Giant Groot bigger than the Earth looming over the planet.
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Tiffany Leigh
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Groot is stoic, grounded, and wise — while he may be an unlikely superhero candidate to lead The Guardians of the Galaxy (TGOTG), if you think about it, he's actually the best option. To state the obvious, he's (literally) an old soul and a calming presence in times of chaos and corruption; and as the eldest, has a lifetime of knowledge to draw from and share.
His comic debut in 1960 (Tales To Astonish #13) — whose character was conceived by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby and Larry Lieber — means that he predates the other motley crew of superheroes by at least a decade. Star-Lord/Peter Quill's first appearance was in 1976 (Marvel Preview #4); Rocket Raccoon was in 1976 (Marvel preview #7); Gamora was in 1975 (Strange Tales #180); and Drax in 1973 (The Invisible Iron Man #55). Therefore, this sentient and majestic tree-creature has clearly been through (and seen) some stuff in his lifetime.
Groot sneezing in Bruce Banner's face.
So much so that he's not only experienced (literal) physical growth, but a spiritual and morally-inclined one as well. A testament to this is that while he was first introduced as a villain, he changed his ways and joined the forces of heroic good in 2006 in 'Annihilation: Conquest'.
Letting his actions speak more than his words
Groot's a do-er.
Groot bursting out of Doom's castle in Marvel Comics' Secret Wars
Per his type of species as a Flora Colossus from Planet X — his home world — it's virtually impossible to understand their language. It's due to their species' physical limitations and stiff larynxes, preventing them from speaking any (human) language. That is why he can only utter (the now iconic phrase) "I am Groot", but his tone and cadence has more than compensated for this, and allowed many to understand what he's trying to communicate.
As a result, Groot is very much of the 'take mindful action(s) first, and ask questions later' mantra, and always does it in the best interests of the group. This was most evident in his self-sacrifice for the survival of TGOTG team, saving everyone during their battle against the Badoon in 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 1: Earthfall'. Thankfully, because he's immortal, he was rendered a mere sapling/twig once more and 'reborn' as the mischievous Baby Groot.
Ultimately, Groot is a natural-born leader.
And he's tall, dark, (and handsome) to boot.
As a towering figure who is very much the yin to his pal Rocket Raccoon's yang (AKA impulsive and hot-headed), The Guardians of the Galaxy would be lucky to have Groot fronting their motley-crew superhero squad. Perhaps it's time for Star-Lord to set his ego aside, and let this gentle-giant have his moment to shine in the sun.
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Guardians of the Galaxy
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Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
First Film
Guardians of the Galaxy
Latest Film
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Upcoming Films
guardians of the galaxy 4
First TV Show
Guardians of the Galaxy
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Chris Pratt as Star-Lord in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) wearing a brown outfit, grabbing onto his backpack
Star-Lord
NAME
Peter Jason Quill
Alias
Star-Lord
Created By
Steve Englehart, Steve Gan
POWERS
Enhanced Strength, Durability, Longevity, Master Tactician, Expert Combatant, Skilled Marksman, Proficient with Alien Technology, Flight via Jet Boots
RELATIONSHIPS
J'son (father), Meredith Quill (mother), Yondu Udonta (adoptive father), Gamora (love interest), Rocket Raccoon (teammate), Groot (teammate), Drax the Destroyer (teammate), Mantis (teammate), Nebula (ally), Thanos (adversary)
HISTORY
Peter Quill was born to Meredith Quill and the Spartoi prince J'son. After witnessing his mother's death, he was abducted by the Ravagers, a group of space pirates led by Yondu Udonta. Quill eventually becomes Star-Lord, leading the Guardians of the Galaxy to protect the universe from various cosmic threats.
Star-Lord, born Peter Jason Quill, is a superhero in Marvel Comics. The son of human Meredith Quill and Spartoi J'son, he becomes an interplanetary policeman known as Star-Lord.
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