Phyla-Vell

Phyla-Vell
Phyla-Vell as Martyr.
Art by Paul Renaud.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceCaptain Marvel vol. 5 #16
(November 2003)
Created byPeter David (writer)
Paul Azaceta (artist)
In-story information
Full namePhyla-Vell
SpeciesTitanian/Kree Hybrid
Team affiliationsGuardians of the Galaxy
United Front
Notable aliasesQuasar
Captain Marvel
Martyr
Abilities
  • Superhuman strength, durability, speed, agility, and reflexes
  • Energy absorption and projection
  • Cosmic awareness
  • Flight

Phyla-Vell is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Peter David and Paul Azaceta, the character first appeared in Captain Marvel vol. 5 #16 (November 2003).[1][2] Phyla-Vell is the daughter of superhero Mar-Vell and the sister of Genis-Vell.[3] The character has also been known as Quasar, Captain Marvel, and Martyr at various points in her history.[4]

A reimagined version of the character appears in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 as a Star Child created by the High Evolutionary, portrayed by Kai Zen.

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  2. ^ Blumberg, Arnold T. (April 6, 2019). "Know Your Captain Marvel from Your Captain Mar-Vell". IGN. Retrieved February 12, 2023.
  3. ^ Prom, Bradley (February 22, 2023). "6 Possible New Characters In The Marvels Who Would Change The MCU". Screen Rant. Retrieved April 3, 2023.
  4. ^ Hood, Cooper (June 2, 2022). "Guardians of the Galaxy 3: Every Character Daniela Melchior Could Play". Screen Rant. Retrieved April 3, 2023.