Psylocke, one of the X-Men’s most intricate characters, is set to star in a new solo comic series, revealed at Marvel’s X-Men: From the Ashes panel at Comic-Con International: San Diego. Written by Alyssa Wong and illustrated by Vincenzo Carratù, this series will center on Kwannon, who once shared a body with Betsy Braddock but has now reclaimed her own identity. The storyline promises to showcase missions too perilous for other X-Men, emphasizing Psylocke’s exceptional abilities and lethal expertise.
The new Psylocke comic will see Kwannon facing off against the Hand, the ninja clan that trained her, as well as a new adversary called the Taxonomist. Despite these formidable foes, she won’t be fighting alone; her love interest, the mutant tracker Greycrow, will be by her side. This dynamic adds an intriguing personal element to the story, balancing Psylocke’s fierce independence with a supportive partnership.
Marvel has hinted that this series will explore Psylocke’s more shadowy missions, deemed too brutal for the main X-Men team. According to the official description, her violent training and decision to use her lethal skills to defend mutants, often through ruthless methods, will be a focal point. This setup paves the way for a gripping narrative that delves into the darker corners of the Marvel Universe.
Psylocke’s history is notably intricate. Originally, Betsy Braddock and Kwannon were merged into one being, with Betsy’s consciousness in Kwannon’s body. They were eventually separated, allowing Kwannon to take on the Psylocke mantle while Betsy became Captain Britain. This separation allowed Kwannon to fully develop as an independent character, bringing her own backstory and motivations to the forefront.
Writer Alyssa Wong aims to explore the dichotomy of Psylocke’s nature: trained as an assassin with a tragic past, yet choosing to be a hero. Wong describes the series as a dark, emotional character study that also promises to be highly entertaining. The new Psylocke comic is set to launch in November, promising fresh adventures and deeper insights into one of Marvel’s most compelling mutants.
