Marvel fans will hear Vin Diesel's familiar intonations when Groot returns for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.

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Writer/director James Gunn has confirmed that the Monarch of Plant X will team up with Rocket (Bradley Cooper), Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), and Drax (Dave Bautista) once more in 2017.

There was never really any doubt as to whether or not Groot would continue on as a member of the Guardians - he is, after all, a major fan favorite - but it is unknown exactly what form the monosyllabic tree will take when he returns to the Milano.

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In an effort to save his pals - and add an extra word to his vocabulary - Groot sacrificed himself at the end of the 2014 blockbuster. Rocket, however, managed to save a twig, from which sprouted a little baby Groot. How long does it take a Flora Colossus to grow into maturity? Based on his ability to shoot off extra branches at will, we're willing to bet Rocket's partner in crime will be up and running in no time.

Are you excited to see the Guardians back in action? Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 will hit theaters on May 5, 2017. Click the video below to see the trailer for Peter Quills' first outing.