Korvac is the name of a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He first appears in Giant-Size Defenders #3 and was created by Steve Gerber and Jim Starlin.
Korvac (center) on the cover of the trade paperback edition of Avengers: The Korvac Saga (1991). Art by George Pérez.
Guardians of the Galaxy (1969 team)
Guardians of the Galaxy is a superhero team appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Guardians first appear in Marvel Super-Heroes #18. The initial roster consisted of Vance Astro, Martinex T'Naga, Captain Charlie-27, and Yondu Udonta. Later members included Stakar Ogord, Aleta Ogord, and Nikki.
Debut: Marvel Super-Heroes #18 (January 1969). Cover art by Gene Colan and Mike Esposito. (l. to r.) Vance Astro, Charlie-27, Martinex, Yondu.
The revival iteration of the team: Guardians of the Galaxy #1 (June 1990). Cover art by Jim Valentino, including newer characters Starhawk (Stakar Ogord), Aleta Ogord, and Nikki.