Gertrude Yorkes
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Gertrude Yorkes was created by writer Brian K. Vaughan and artist Adrian Alphona as part of the Runaways series, which focuses on a group of teenagers who discover their parents are supervillains.

Early Years

Gert is introduced as a member of the Runaways, a group of teens who band together after discovering their parents' dark secrets. She is characterized by her strong-willed personality and her telepathic connection with her pet dinosaur, Old Lace.

Character Development

Throughout her journey, Gert evolves from a rebellious teenager into a strong leader, learning to embrace her powers and her role within the team. Her relationship with Old Lace and her friends deepens, showcasing her growth and resilience.

Cultural Reception

Gertrude Yorkes has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her strong character development and relatable struggles.

Character Details

Real Name:
Gertrude Yorkes
Aliases:
Gert
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Runaways, Young Avengers
Abilities:
Telepathy, Enhanced Intelligence
Equipment:
Fistigons
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
purple

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

Runaways #1

Marvel • 2003 • Vol. 1
View Details View Series
Runaways #1
 
Low
$4
Mid
$12
High
$45
View on

1st team appearance of the Runaways: Alex Wilder, Karolina Dean aka Lucy in the Sky, Molly Hayes aka Bruiser, Nico Minoru aka Sister Grimm, Chase Stein aka Talkback, Gertrude Yorkes aka Arsenic

1st team appearance of the Pride

[July 2022 - Marvel trademarked the title Runaways: New Era]

Runaways #2

Marvel • 2003 • Vol. 1
View Details View Series
Runaways #2
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$7
View on

1st cameo appearance of Old Lace, Arsenic's dinosaur

No Results Found

Try adjusting the "Variants" search filter above, or disable "Keys Only" to see all issues.

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])

Subscribe to Unlock

View Graded Pricing

Unlock graded pricing and other premium features by subscribing to Key Collector Comics.

Subscribe

Price Guide

Prices are estimates based on recent sales data and may not reflect actual market value. Key Collector Comics does not guarantee the accuracy of any pricing information.