Robbie Reyes (aka Ghost Rider) (Earth 616) Character Portfolio

Robbie Reyes first appeared in “All-New Ghost Rider” #1, written by Felipe Smith and illustrated by Tradd Moore. Unlike the previous Ghost Riders, Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch, who rode motorcycles, Robbie’s mode of transportation is a black muscle car, specifically a 1969 Dodge Charger. This significant departure from tradition highlights Robbie’s modernity and urban roots.

Robbie is a young Latino man living in East Los Angeles, a community grappling with crime, poverty, and gang violence. As a mechanic, he works hard to support his younger brother, Gabe, who is physically disabled and relies on Robbie’s care. Robbie’s life takes a dramatic turn when he enters a street race to win money for his brother. During the race, Robbie is ambushed and killed by gang members seeking drugs hidden in the car. However, Robbie is resurrected by the spirit of Eli Morrow, a former serial killer and Satanic worshipper. Together, they form a tenuous alliance as the new Ghost Rider.

The concept of Robbie Reyes was born from the desire to offer a fresh take on the Ghost Rider legacy. Created by writer Felipe Smith and artist Tradd Moore, Robbie Reyes was introduced as part of Marvel’s All-New Marvel NOW! initiative, which aimed to diversify its roster of characters and appeal to a broader, more modern audience. Robbie’s introduction was a significant departure from the previous Ghost Riders in several ways, most notably in his ethnicity, his setting, and the way his powers manifested.

Robbie Reyes is a young Mexican-American mechanic and high school student living in East Los Angeles. His struggles are grounded in very real-world challenges, particularly the responsibility of taking care of his disabled younger brother, Gabe, while trying to make ends meet in a tough neighborhood dominated by gang violence and crime. This setting immediately distinguished Robbie from the more mystical or outlandish backgrounds of Johnny Blaze or Danny Ketch.

What made Robbie even more distinct was the nature of the entity possessing him. Unlike Johnny Blaze, who was bonded to the demon Zarathos, or Danny Ketch, who was connected to a Spirit of Vengeance, Robbie’s transformation into Ghost Rider comes as a result of being possessed by the spirit of Eli Morrow. A brutal and malevolent serial killer. This connection adds a new layer of complexity to Robbie’s story, as his relationship with the spirit that powers him is fraught with tension and mistrust. Where Blaze and Ketch sought redemption or control over their powers, Robbie’s journey is about wrestling with a force that could easily turn him into a villain.

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Robbie Reyes (Ghost Rider) Profile

Basic Information

Real Name	Roberto “Robbie” Reyes
Superhero Name	Ghost Rider
Other Names	All New Ghost Rider

Team Up and Relatives

Team Up	Avengers Legion of the Unliving
Relatives	Alberto Reyes (father) Juliana Reyes (mother) Gabe Reyes (brother) Elias Morrow (Paternal Uncle)
Marital Status	Single

Physical Characteristics

Gender	Male
Height	5.7ft (173.74 cm) (Robbie Reyes) 5.11ft (185.75 cm) (Ghost Rider)
Weight	140 lbs (Robbie Reyes) 180 lbs (Ghost Rider)
Eyes	Brown (Robbie Reyes) No Eyes At All (Ghost Rider)
Hair	Black (Robbie Reyes) No Hair at All (Ghost Rider)
Unusual Features	In Ghost Rider, form his head into a flaming skull

Powers, Abilities and Weakness

Weakness

• Penance Stare

Equipments and Transportation

Origin and Living Status

Origin	Human bonded with a Spirit of Vengeance
Living Status	Alive
Reality	Earth 616
Place of Birth	East Los Angeles, California

Personal Information

Identity	Secret
Citizenship	American
Occupation	Mechanic Street Races Pilot Vigilante
Bases of Operations	Reyes Residence Hillrock Heights East Los Angeles California Avengers Mountain North Pole Arctic Circle Arctic Ocean

Creators and First Comic Book Appearance

Creator	Felipe Smith Tradd Moore
First Comic Book Appearance	All-New Ghost Rider #1 (March 2014)