Baroness
Creation & Design
The Baroness was created by writer Larry Hama and artist Herb Trimpe as part of the G.I. Joe franchise, designed to be a strong female antagonist.Early Years
Initially introduced as a high-ranking member of Cobra, the Baroness quickly became a fan-favorite character due to her complex personality and strong presence.Character Development
Over the years, the Baroness has evolved from a mere villain to a complex character with her own motivations, often blurring the lines between hero and villain.Cultural Reception
The Baroness has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong characterization and role as a female antagonist in a male-dominated genre.Character Details
Real Name:
Ana de Cobray
Aliases:
Baroness, Baroness Cobra
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Cobra, Cobra Command, G.I. Joe
Abilities:
Expert martial artist, Master strategist, Skilled in espionage
Equipment:
Cobra uniform, Various weapons
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 5"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
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1st team appearance of G.I. Joe
1st appearance of Snake-Eyes, an Arashikage-trained ninja (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Scarlett, an intel officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grunt, an infantry trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Breaker, a communications officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Rock 'N Roll, a machine gunner (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Stalker, a ranger (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Zap, a bazooka soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Short-Fuze, a mortar soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Clutch, a Vamp operator (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Laser, a rifle trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Steeler, a tank commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Hawk, a field commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grand Slam, an artillery specialist (G.I. Joe)
1st team appearance of Cobra, a terrorist organization
1st appearance of Cobra Commander, leader and founder of Cobra
1st appearance of Baroness, an intel officer (Cobra)
Writer and Vietnam veteran Larry Hama intended to create a Nick Fury series but after being approached by Hasbro to launch their 3.75-inch action figures, the Fury Force concept was applied to G.I. Joe
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1st team appearance of G.I. Joe
1st appearance of Snake-Eyes, an Arashikage-trained ninja (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Scarlett, an intel officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grunt, an infantry trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Breaker, a communications officer (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Rock 'N Roll, a machine gunner (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Stalker, a ranger (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Zap, a bazooka soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Short-Fuze, a mortar soldier (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Clutch, a Vamp operator (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Laser, a rifle trooper (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Steeler, a tank commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Hawk, a field commander (G.I. Joe)
1st appearance of Grand Slam, an artillery specialist (G.I. Joe)
1st team appearance of Cobra, a terrorist organization
1st appearance of Cobra Commander, leader and founder of Cobra
1st appearance of Baroness, an intel officer (Cobra)
Writer and Vietnam veteran Larry Hama intended to create a Nick Fury series but after being approached by Hasbro to launch their 3.75-inch action figures, the Fury Force concept was applied to G.I. Joe
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Variant virgin cover art by Adam Hughes
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes
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Copies ordered by retailers: 10,118
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Variant sketch cover art by J. Scott Campbell
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Variant cover art by Anthony Fuso
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Variant cover art by Arthur Adams featuring the Baroness
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Variant cover art by Arthur Adams featuring the Baroness
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Variant cover art by S.L. Gallant featuring Baroness, inspired by Bettie Page
2013 convention exclusive
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Variant cover art by S.L. Gallant featuring Baroness, inspired by Bettie Page
2013 convention exclusive
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Convention exclusive
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Variant cover art by Jamie Tyndall featuring The Baroness
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Variant cover art by Jamie Tyndall featuring The Baroness
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Variant cover art by Artgerm
New York Comic Con 2015 exclusive
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Variant cover art by Artgerm
New York Comic Con 2015 exclusive
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Variant cover art by Stephen Mooney
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Copies ordered by retailers: 6,974
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Variant cover art by Miguel Mercado featuring Baroness
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Miguel Mercado featuring Baroness
Store exclusive
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Variant virgin cover art by Natali Sanders, limited to 500 copies
Emerald City Comic Con exclusive
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Variant virgin cover art by Natali Sanders, limited to 500 copies
Emerald City Comic Con exclusive
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Variant virgin cover art by Warren Louw
Store exclusive
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Variant virgin cover art by Warren Louw
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes limited to 500 copies
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes limited to 500 copies
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Baroness
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Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew featuring the Baroness
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Variant cover art by John Royle
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Variant cover art by John Royle
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1st appearance of Slizardo in a comic book
G.I. Joe recruits Baroness
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1st appearance of Slizardo in a comic book
G.I. Joe recruits Baroness
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