Mikhail Ursus is Ursa Major, who possesses the ability to transform into a massive, humanoid brown bear. His government initially targeted him, but he was eventually enrolled in a special agent program by the nefarious Professor Phobos. He was trained as the agent Ursa Major and fought for the government before parting ways with his former masters. Regardless of which team he joins, Ursa Major fights for the Russian people with honor and love for his country.

• Nikolai Krylenko is the Red Guardian, a Russian-born superhuman with the power to resist nearly all electromagnetic, kinetic, and gravitronic energy. As the brother of Darkstar, Krylenko has long served as the hero Vanguard. As the Red Guardian, he wields a modified vibranium shield that can absorb and amplify his powers. As the eighth man to wear the Red Guardian uniform, Krylenko's reputation as an accomplished soldier and defender continues to grow.