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Creation & Design

Zartan was created as part of the G.I. Joe toy line and was designed to be a master of disguise and a villain for the G.I. Joe team.

Early Years

Zartan was introduced as a member of the Dreadnoks, a group of mercenaries and criminals who work for Cobra.

Character Development

Over the years, Zartan has evolved from a simple villain to a complex character with a rich backstory, showcasing his skills and motivations in various storylines.

Cultural Reception

Zartan has been well-received by fans for his unique abilities and complex character, becoming a memorable part of the G.I. Joe franchise.

Character Details

Real Name:
Zartan
First Appearance:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #24
Aliases:
Master of Disguise, Dreadnok
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Dreadnoks, Cobra
Abilities:
Master of disguise, Expert tracker, Skilled martial artist
Equipment:
Disguise technology, Weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #24
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #24
 
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1st cameo appearance of Zartan

1st appearance of Firefly

1st appearance of Wild Weasel

1st cover appearance of Storm Shadow

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25
 
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1st full appearance and cover of Zartan

1st appearance of Deep Six

1st appearance of Mutt & Junkyard

1st team appearance of the Dreadnoks: Ripper, Torch, Buzzer, Cutter

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #31
Variant ⋅ Devil's Due Publishing ⋅ 2004
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #31
 
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Variant cover art by Tim Seeley featuring Zartan

2004 G.I. Joe Collector's Club Convention exclusive

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