Groot The Origin and History of Marvel's Gentle Giant

### Groot: The Origin and History of Marvel's Gentle Giant Groot, the sentient tree-like creature with a limited vocabulary, has captured the hearts of Marvel fans around the world. Created by writer Stan Lee, writer Larry Lieber, and artist Jack Kirby, Groot first appeared in *Tales to Astonish* #13 in November 1960. Originally introduced as a monstrous invader, Groot's character has evolved significantly over the years, becoming a beloved member of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Groot hails from Planet X, the capital of the branch worlds. He belongs to the Flora Colossus species, a race of sentient, tree-like beings. Unlike his initial portrayal as a villain, Groot's modern character is a gentle and heroic figure. His early appearances depicted him as a creature seeking to capture humans for experimentation, but his story was reimagined when he joined the Marvel superhero team, the Guardians of the Galaxy. Groot's journey into heroism began when he was reintroduced in *Ann