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Creation & Design

Terra was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist George Pérez as a member of the Teen Titans, introduced to add complexity to the team's dynamics and to explore themes of betrayal and redemption.

Early Years

Terra was introduced as a young girl with the ability to manipulate earth and stone. She initially joined the Teen Titans, where she formed a close bond with the team, particularly with Beast Boy.

Character Development

Throughout her history, Terra has evolved from a villain to a more complex character seeking redemption. Her relationships with the Teen Titans and her struggles with her powers have made her a compelling figure in the DC Universe.

Cultural Reception

Terra has been a polarizing character, often viewed as a tragic figure due to her betrayal and subsequent attempts at redemption. Her story has resonated with fans, leading to various adaptations in animated series and video games.

Character Details

Real Name:
Tara Markov
First Appearance:
New Teen Titans #26
Aliases:
Terra
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Teen Titans, Deathstroke
Abilities:
Geokinesis, Superhuman strength, Enhanced agility
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde

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New Teen Titans #26
DC ⋅ 1982
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New Teen Titans #26
 
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1st appearance of Terra, a girl with the ability manipulate rock and other organic material

New Teen Titans #28
DC ⋅ 1983
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New Teen Titans #28
 
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2nd appearance, 1st cover and origin of Terra

New Teen Titans #34
DC ⋅ 1983
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New Teen Titans #34
 
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Controversial issue: interactions between Terra and Deathstroke, first established in this issue indicate a sexual relationship despite him being the sixteen-year-old girl's senior by decades

This relationship was revisited in the 2016 Deathstroke series with fewer subtleties and addressed when Slade apologizes to Terra aka Tara (tap cover and swipe to view)

1st full cover appearance of Deathstroke, seen in shadows on cover of New Teen Titans #2

1st cameo appearance of Adeline Wilson, in a photo

Tales of the Teen Titans Annual #3
DC ⋅ 1984
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Tales of the Teen Titans Annual #3
 
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2nd appearance of Dick Grayson as Nightwing

Death of Terra

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