Exploring the early appearances of Rocket Raccoon, we have arrived at the first issue of his 4-part 1985 miniseries by Bill Mantlo and Mike Mignola. This month I am joined by a special guest, Heroic Beasts theme music composer BanditKir, to talk about Rocket's first 'starring role in comics.

Continuing through the early appearances of Rocket Raccoon with The Incredible Hulk #271 (1982). Rocket takes over the Hulk's 20th anniversary issue for his first official appearance in Marvel continuity. PLUS We preview 2 NEW Anthro-related comic series out on the stands now! Heroic Beasts Theme music by BanditKir

Welcome to Heroic Beasts: The Comic Book Anthropomorphics Podcast. This season we're delving into the early appearances of everyone's favorite space-trash panda, Rocket Raccoon! In this inaugural episode, host Brynk Bunny digs into Rocket's first credited comic book appearance: Marvel Preview #7, from 1976. Heroic Beasts Theme music by BanditKir