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Creation & Design

SuperPatriot was created by Rob Liefeld as part of the early 90s Image Comics wave, designed to embody the archetype of a patriotic superhero.

Early Years

Initially introduced in Youngblood, SuperPatriot was portrayed as a government-sanctioned hero with a complex moral code, often clashing with the ideals of other heroes.

Character Development

Over the years, SuperPatriot has evolved from a straightforward patriotic hero to a more complex character grappling with the implications of his actions and the nature of heroism.

Cultural Reception

SuperPatriot has been received with mixed reviews, often praised for his design and the themes he represents, but criticized for the sometimes simplistic portrayal of patriotism.

Character Details

Real Name:
John McBain
First Appearance:
Savage Dragon #1
Aliases:
SuperPatriot, The Patriot
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Youngblood, The Image Universe
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced durability, Combat skills
Equipment:
Patriot suit, Various weapons
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Savage Dragon #1
Image ⋅ 1992
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Savage Dragon #1
 
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First solo-titled Savage Dragon series which ran for three issues

1st cameo appearance of the Super-Patriot, prior to cybernetic enhancements

Savage Dragon #2
Image ⋅ 1992
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Savage Dragon #2
 
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2nd appearance of SuperPatriot, first appearance with cybernetic enhancements after nearly dying in a fight with the Vicious Circle

Savage Dragon #1
Image ⋅ 1993
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Savage Dragon #1
 
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1st appearance of Barbaric

1st appearance of Ricochet

1st appearance of Johnny Nitro

SuperPatriot: War on Terror #1
Image ⋅ 2004
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SuperPatriot: War on Terror #1
 
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Copies ordered by retailers: 5,378

SuperPatriot: War on Terror #2
Image ⋅ 2005
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SuperPatriot: War on Terror #2
 
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Copies ordered by retailers: 4,570

SuperPatriot: War on Terror #3
Image ⋅ 2006
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SuperPatriot: War on Terror #3
 
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Copies ordered by retailers: 4,048

SuperPatriot: War on Terror #4
Image ⋅ 2007
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SuperPatriot: War on Terror #4
 
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Copies ordered by retailers: 2,709 - includes standard and variant cover

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