Star-Lord
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| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Marvel Preview #4 (January 1976) |
| Created by |
Steve Englehart Steve Gan |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | Peter Jason Quill |
| Species | Human/Spartoi |
| Team affiliations |
Guardians of the Galaxy Ravagers United Front Shi'ar Imperial Guard Ship |
| Abilities | Master strategist and problem solver Skilled marksman and fencer Use of element gun Via suit: Superhuman strength and durability Flight Ability to travel through space |
Star-Lord (Peter Quill) is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Steve Englehart and Steve Gan, the character first appeared in Marvel Preview #4 (Jan. 1976). The son of a human named Meredith Quill and the Spartoi J'son, Quill assumes the mantle of Star-Lord, an interplanetary policeman.
The character played a role in the crossover comic book storylines "Annihilation" (2006) and "Annihilation: Conquest" (2007), and became the leader of the space-based superhero team Guardians of the Galaxy in the 2008 relaunch of the comic of the same name. He has been featured in a variety of associated Marvel merchandise, including animated television series, toys, and trading cards. Chris Pratt portrays the character in the 2014 live-action film Guardians of the Galaxy, and will reprise the role in the upcoming films Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and Avengers: Infinity War.
The character first appeared in the black-and-white magazine publication Marvel Preview #4 (Jan 1976). Creator Steve Englehart had plans for the character that went unrealized. He later reflected on his website:
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