10 Iconic Superhero Team-Ups Fans Love

9. Rocket Raccoon And Groot

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Groot first attacked Earth in Tales to Astonish #13 (1960). Appearing a few times after, it was not until 46 years later in Annihilation: Conquest - Star Lord (2007) that Groot is reborn as a 100% a good guy. He is a sentient tree alien that speaks a complex language based on the intonation of the phrase "I am Groot."

Rocket Racoon first appeared in Marvel Preview #7 (1976). He is a genetically altered animal made on a planet for the mentally ill.

It was in Annihilation:Conquest - Star Lord that Rocket and Groot first teamed-up. Soon after, they both joined Guardians of the Galaxy. The Marvel Cinematic Universe helped cement fans love of the two and introduced the characters to a wider audience.

The films emphasize their deep friendship and a more parental role for Rocket. In 2016 they got their own series: Rocket Raccoon and Groot. It shows off all the things fans love about the two and is a comedic adventure about their friendship. Rocket Raccoon is all violent action without a plan, and deeply loyal Groot has a way with words when he calls Rocket out on his bullsh*t with a well-timed "I am Groot." It's no wonder these two are fan favorites.

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