Historical events timeline.
Writer Marv Wolfman and artist George Pérez create Terra as a new Teen Titan based on a concept by Pérez. Her design and powers are inspired by geological themes. #dccomics #creation
Terra Markov first appears in New Teen Titans #26 (December 1981) as a teenage girl with earth-manipulating powers. She is introduced as a new member of the Teen Titans, but her loyalties are suspect. #dccomics #firstappearance )
During the Judas Contract, Terra enters into a romantic relationship with the much older Deathstroke. This manipulative relationship is a key part of her betrayal. #dccomics #relationship
In New Teen Titans Annual #2 (August 1982), Terra is revealed to be a double agent working for Deathstroke. Her betrayal is a key element of the Judas Contract storyline. #dccomics #betrayal
Terra officially joins the Teen Titans in New Teen Titans #30 (April 1982). She forms a close bond with Beast Boy and is portrayed as a resilient ally. #dccomics #teentitans )
In New Teen Titans #44 (1983), Terra is killed when she causes a volcanic eruption that collapses on her. She sacrifices herself in a final act of destruction, but her death is ambiguous. #dccomics #death )
New Teen Titans #42-44 (1983) features the culmination of Terra's betrayal. She traps the Titans for Deathstroke, leading to a battle that leaves the team defeated. Terra's actions are driven by her hatred of her brother Geo-Force. #dccomics #villain
Terra is resurrected in Outsiders (vol. 2) #6 (1987) as a result of the Crisis on Infinite Earths. She struggles with her past and seeks redemption, joining the Outsiders for a time. #dccomics #outsiders )