Originally formed in the 31st century, the Guardians of the Galaxy were a group of heroes who fought against the Badoon Empire. The modern iteration, featuring characters like Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket Raccoon, and Groot, emerged in the 2000s and became popular through their adventures in space, often facing threats like Thanos and Ronan the Accuser. Their blend of humor, action, and heart has made them a beloved part of the Marvel Universe.
First Appearance — The Guardians of the Galaxy #1
First Appeared — January 1969
Associations — Avengers, Nova Corps, Cosmic Entities
Most Famous Title — Guardians of the Galaxy (2013)
Biggest Battle — The battle against Thanos during the Infinity Gauntlet storyline.