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With the final installment of Guardians of the Galaxy hitting theaters at the end of this week, Marvel is producing a new Groot miniseries focused on the character's origins and a small form reminiscent of the adorable 'Baby Groot' found in Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. Series featuring the botanical space hero have been a consistent source of amusement for readers since Vin Diesel first voiced them in 2014 as miniseries highlighted his quirky nature, often alongside that of Rocket Raccoon. Whether you're a fan of Marvel Comics or the MCU films, you're bound to have some affection for the alien, plantlike creature who speaks in only three syllables: I am Groot. Groot #1 (Photo: Lee Garbett, Marvel Comics) It's safe to assume that supernatural hijinks will ensue. Written by Casey Gilly (who wrote Buffy the Last Vampire Slayer, one of Boom's better efforts with the property) and drawn by Golden Rage's Lauren Knight, the story follows the Scooby Gang on a road trip mission to retrieve Spike's diary full of embarrassing poetry, which is about to go up for auction at a convention for antiquers in New Orleans. In Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Lost Summer #1, Boom finally returns to that original timeline for a lost adventure featuring the characters fans of the TV show knew and loved. Since taking over the Buffy the Vampire Slayer license, Boom Studios has focused on telling stories in various alternate realities featuring fresh new versions of familiar characters from the popular television series. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Lost Summer #1 (Photo: Mirka Andolfo, Boom Studios)

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