Origin
Very little is known about Larry Marcus. As a child, he was friends with the members of the Newsboy Army, and occasionally helped them during their missions. After the Army collapsed, he grew up and married, and had at least one child, Carla.
Creation
Larry Marcus was created by Grant Morrison and Cameron Stewart. He made his first appearance in Seven Soldiers: Guardian #1.
Major Story Arcs
Seven Soldiers of Victory
Concerned about his daughter’s partner, Jake Jordan, Larry speaks with his childhood friend, Ed Stargard. He explains that he believes Jordan can become a hero, if he is given an origin. Ed agrees to take Jordan on as the Manhattan Guardian, and Larry draws Jordan’s attention to the want ad and convinces him to take the job. He and his daughter Carla are on the N line when it is besieged by All-Beard’s pirates. He dies from wounds sustained in the pirate attacks, but lives long enough to beg Jake to go after the pirates.
Powers and Abilities
Larry has no known superhuman powers or abilities.