Deathbird is best known as an X-Men villain, but she's making a convincing heroic turn in Marvel's space saga Imperial , taking on an exciting and unexpected new role in Marvel lore nearly fifty years after her introduction. More than just a hero, the deadly Shi'ar warrior known as Deathbird is now fully invested in playing the part of protective aunt.

Imperial War: Exiles #1 is written by Steve Foxe, in collaboration with Jonathan Hickman, and features art by Francesco Manna. The issue picks up as Deathbird and her niece Xandra, the deposed Empress of the Shi'ar Empire, make a harrowing escape from Shi’ar space.

As of this issue, it seems Deathbird’s transformation into a true Xandra loyalist is complete.

Deathbird Is Officially A Hero, As The Perennial X-Men Villain Seems F

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