List of Imperial Guard members
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This is a list of the members of the Imperial Guard
, a fictional army of superpowered beings in the Marvel Comics
universe.
These five criminals are:
Imperial Guard (comics)
The Imperial Guard is a team of fictional super-powered alien warriors in the Marvel Comics universe. The Imperial Guard serves the rulers of the Shi'ar Empire, both by enforcing Shi'ar Imperial law on all planets within the Shi'ar Galaxy and as the Emperor or Empress's personal guard...
, a fictional army of superpowered beings in the Marvel Comics
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universe.
1970s recruits
- Starbolt - formerly known as Bolt; He is covered with a flame-like energy at all times and was one of the longest living Guardsmen. He can project this energy from his hands. Starbolt can fly in space without requiring protection. He is an analogue of Sun BoySun BoySun Boy is a fictional character, a superhero in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Comics universe. Sun Boy is a Legion of Super-Heroes member with the ability to unleash internal solar energy to whatever degree he wishes, from enough to light a single candle to enough to melt nearly any...
. He is one of the guardmen who survived the battle with Vulcan. He was one of the view selected to explore 'the Fault', but killed by a creature in the Fault during 'Realm of Kings' - ScintillaScintilla (comics)Scintilla is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:The character first appeared in X-Men #107-109 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum. She was not named on-panel initially....
- formerly known as Midget; the Marvel Index to the X-Men refers to her as Midget (and this is officially confirmed in The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe), but actually the character was never named on-panel before Avengers West Coast #81; there she is called Scintilla. In any case, she is an analogue to Shrinking Violet. She is one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan. - FlashfireFlashfire (comics)Flashfire is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.Flashfire, also known as Tempest, is a long-time member of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard...
(Grannz) - formerly known as Tempest; he can generate bolts of lightningLightningLightning is an atmospheric electrostatic discharge accompanied by thunder, which typically occurs during thunderstorms, and sometimes during volcanic eruptions or dust storms...
. He is the counterpart of Lightning Lad, and his real name is a reference to that character's real name, Garth Rannz. His name was changed from Tempest to Flashfire to avoid confusion with DC Comics' TempestGarth (comics)Garth is a fictional character, a superhero in publications from DC Comics, originally known as Aqualad, and later known by the codename Tempest. As Aqualad, he is the teen sidekick and protege to his guardian, the super-hero known as Aquaman, bearing the same super-abilities as his mentor that...
(formerly AqualadAqualadAqualad is the name of two fictional comic book superheroes appearing in books published by DC Comics. The first Aqualad, Garth, debuted in Adventure Comics #269 , and was created by writer Robert Bernstein and artist Ramona Fradon...
). He was wounded battling Vulcan. During 'Realm of Kings' he was one of the view selected to explore 'The Fault' - PulsarPulsar (comics)Pulsar is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe, a member of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard.-Publication history:The character first appeared as Impulse in X-Men #107 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum.The character subsequently appears in X-Men: Spotlight on Starjammers #2 ,...
- formerly known as Impulse; he is made of pure energy, and his form is only contained by his costume. He can release blasts of energy from his visor. He is an analogue of WildfireWildfire (comics)Wildfire is a fictional character, a DC Comics superhero in that universe's 30th and 31st centuries. Created by Cary Bates and Dave Cockrum, the character debuted in Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes #195 .-Publication history:...
. His name was changed from Impulse to Pulsar to avoid confusion with the Legionnaire named Impulse (Kent ShakespeareKent ShakespeareRichard Kent Shakespeare, occasionally codenamed Impulse, is a fictional character in the DC Universe. He became a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th century, during the "Five Years Later" era...
), who had been introduced since Impulse/Pulsar had debuted. He seemed to have been killed by Vulcan, but since Impulse is made of pure energy, it's doubtful he really died, because he did return in 'War of Kings'. - Fang - He was transformed into a BroodBrood (comics)The Brood are a race of insectoid, parasitic, extraterrestrial beings that appear in the comic books published by Marvel Comics, especially Uncanny X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum, they first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #155 .The Brood possess wings, fanged teeth and...
and killed by WolverineWolverine (comics)Wolverine is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born as James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, three retracting bone claws on each hand and a healing...
who then took his costume and wore it. Fang is a feral, agile warrior with uncanny senses and sharp canine teeth. He is the counterpart of Timber WolfTimber Wolf (comics)Timber Wolf is a fictional character, a superhero in the 30th and 31st centuries of the and member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. He comes from the planet Zoon . His powers are enhanced strength, speed and agility...
. His place among the guard was taken by other members of his race, using the same name. - Oracle (Sybil)Oracle (Marvel Comics)Oracle is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Fictional character biography:Oracle is a long-time member and warrior serving in the Royal Elite of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. She is the Empire's premiere telepath, capable of all the standard abilities demonstrated by other telepaths...
- possesses psychic powers, including but not limited to telepathyTelepathyTelepathy , is the induction of mental states from one mind to another. The term was coined in 1882 by the classical scholar Fredric W. H. Myers, a founder of the Society for Psychical Research, and has remained more popular than the more-correct expression thought-transference...
and precognitionPrecognitionIn parapsychology, precognition , also called future sight, and second sight, is a type of extrasensory perception that would involve the acquisition or effect of future information that cannot be deduced from presently available and normally acquired sense-based information or laws of physics...
. She is a counterpart of Saturn GirlSaturn GirlSaturn Girl is a fictional character appearing in DC comic books. A talented telepath from the 30th century, Imra first appeared in Adventure Comics #247 as a founding member of the Legion of Super-Heroes...
. She has been romantically linked with both Gladiator and Flashfire (Tempest). She was injured in the battle with Vulcan, but she survived the attack and became his advisor during his reign of the Shi'ar. During 'Realm of Kings' she was one of the view selected by Gladiator to explore 'The Fault' - Mentor - He is intelligent and a skilled tactician. He may be some kind of android or cyborgCyborgA cyborg is a being with both biological and artificial parts. The term was coined in 1960 when Manfred Clynes and Nathan S. Kline used it in an article about the advantages of self-regulating human-machine systems in outer space. D. S...
. He is an analogue to Brainiac 5Brainiac 5Brainiac 5 is a fictional character who exists in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Universe. He is a long standing member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. Brainiac 5 is from the planet Colu...
. He should not to be confused with MentorMentor (comics)Mentor is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:Mentor first appeared in [Uncanny] X-Men #107-109 as a member of the Shi'ar Imperium's Imperial Guard and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum.The character subsequently appears in The Uncanny X-Men #157 , ROM...
the Eternal, father of ThanosThanosThanos is a fictional character that appears in comic books and other media published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Iron Man #55 and was created by writer-artist Jim Starlin....
. He survived the battle with Vulcan. Mentor became the new leader of the Imperial Guard when Gladiator became Majestor. He did lead a small team of Guardsmen into the Fault during 'Realm of Kings' - Gladiator - He is the Imperial Guard's PraetorPraetorPraetor was a title granted by the government of Ancient Rome to men acting in one of two official capacities: the commander of an army, usually in the field, or the named commander before mustering the army; and an elected magistratus assigned varied duties...
(leader); a member of the Strontian race, is the Imperial Guard's leader. Because of this role, he was more than once used as an advisor by Lilandra. He is unflappably loyal to the ruler of the Shi'arShi'arThe Shi'ar are a fictional species of aliens in the Marvel Comics universe. The Shi'ar Empire also called the Aerie, is a vast collection of alien species, cultures and worlds situated close to the Skrull and Kree Empires, and alongside them, is one of the three main alien empires...
Empire, whoever that may be at the time. He has been romantically involved with Oracle (Lady Sibyl). He is an analogue of SupermanSupermanSuperman is a fictional comic book superhero appearing in publications by DC Comics, widely considered to be an American cultural icon. Created by American writer Jerry Siegel and Canadian-born American artist Joe Shuster in 1932 while both were living in Cleveland, Ohio, and sold to Detective...
and SuperboySuperboySuperboy is the name of several fictional characters that have been published by DC Comics, most of them youthful incarnations of Superman. These characters have also been the main characters of four ongoing Superboy comic book series published by DC....
(along with design cues resembling Jack KirbyJack KirbyJack Kirby , born Jacob Kurtzberg, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor regarded by historians and fans as one of the major innovators and most influential creators in the comic book medium....
's OMAC character), and possesses a number of relevant powers (strength, endurance, flight, enhanced senses, and the ability to travel through space unaided), with one caveat: his powers are dependent on his self-image. If he believes that he can lose a fight, his powers become weaker, and he has been physically humbled by purely psychic assaults. He has a cousin named Xenith, who is a SupergirlSupergirlSupergirl is a female counterpart to the DC Comics Superman. As his cousin, she shares his super powers and vulnerability to Kryptonite. She was created by writer Otto Binder and designed by artist Al Plastino in 1959. She first appeared in the Action Comics comic book series and later branched out...
analogue; she is not affiliated with the Imperial Guard and should not be confused with the Imperial Guardsman named Zenith. He personally defeated Vulcan in combat and ripped out Vulcan's eye. Gladiator became Majestor of the Shi'ar after Lilandra was killed. He named Mentor as the new leader of the Imperial Guard. - NeutronNeutron (Marvel Comics)Neutron is a fictional character, an extraterrestrial superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics.-Publication history:...
- formerly known Quasar; he is a member of the Stygian race, and is superhumanly strong and durable. He is possibly an analogue of Star Boy. His name was changed to Neutron when the character then known as Marvel BoyMarvel BoyMarvel Boy is the name of several fictional comic book characters in the Marvel Comics universe, including predecessor companies Timely Comics and Atlas Comics.-Martin Burns:...
changed his name to QuasarQuasar (comics)Quasar is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the . He is one of Marvel's cosmic heroes, a character whose adventures frequently take him into outer space or other dimensions...
and he developed a strong enmity for the hero following their encounter in "Operation: Galactic StormOperation: Galactic Storm"Operation: Galactic Storm" was a 19-part comic book crossover storyline which ran through Marvel Comics' Avengers related titles - Avengers, Avengers West Coast, Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Wonder Man and Quasar - between March and May 1992.The storyline, which involves the Avengers...
"; had been discharged and sent to Earth, which was turned into an intergalactic prison in Maximum Security. Neutron were later pardoned and accepted to serve in the Guard again. He was believed killed by Vulcan. However, Neutron turned up alive and joined the Imperial Guardsmen who recently attacked the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud...
homeworld. During 'Realm of Kings' he was one of the view selected to explore 'The Fault' - Smasher (Vril Rokk)SmasherSmasher is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:Smasher first appeared in X-Men #107 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum....
- He is superhumanly strong and durable, and can fly under his own power. He can "download" powers via the special goggles that he wears; so far he has been seen to obtain in this manner "penta-vision", which may be a form of clairvoyanceClairvoyanceThe term clairvoyance is used to refer to the ability to gain information about an object, person, location or physical event through means other than the known human senses, a form of extra-sensory perception...
or X-rayX-rayX-radiation is a form of electromagnetic radiation. X-rays have a wavelength in the range of 0.01 to 10 nanometers, corresponding to frequencies in the range 30 petahertz to 30 exahertz and energies in the range 120 eV to 120 keV. They are shorter in wavelength than UV rays and longer than gamma...
vision, and the ability to travel into hyperspaceHyperspace (science fiction)Hyperspace is a plot device sometimes used in science fiction. It is typically described as an alternative region of space co-existing with our own universe which may be entered using an energy field or other device...
("4-space") without a vehicle. He has been romantically linked with Plutonia. He is an analogue of Ultra BoyUltra BoyUltra Boy is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in DC Comics. He is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Universe. Ultra Boy gained these powers when the space-speedster he was flying was swallowed by an ultra-energy beast , exposing him to...
. He was recently killed by Vulcan. Since then, many other have taken the role and name of Smasher, but never lived to serve for a long time. - TitanTitan (Imperial Guard)Titan is a fictional character that appears in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:Titan first appeared in X-Men #107-109 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum....
- He can increase his size. He is an analogue of Colossal BoyGim AllonColossal Boy , also known as Leviathan and Micro Lad, is a fictional character in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Comics universe who has gone by a variety of superhero names over the past several decades, although originally Colossal Boy. He is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. He...
. He was recently severely wounded in a combat the Imperial Guard had with Vulcan. Fortunately he survived and was shown among his colleagues - ElectronElectron (comics)Electron is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.Electron is a warrior serving in the Royal Elite of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. He is a Shi'ar with the ability to generate and control electromagnetism. He was born on Chandilar, the throne world of the Shi'ar Empire.-Fictional character...
- He is a Shi'arShi'arThe Shi'ar are a fictional species of aliens in the Marvel Comics universe. The Shi'ar Empire also called the Aerie, is a vast collection of alien species, cultures and worlds situated close to the Skrull and Kree Empires, and alongside them, is one of the three main alien empires...
with the ability to generate and control electricity. He is the counterpart of Lightning Lad or possibly Cosmic BoyCosmic BoyCosmic Boy is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Comics universe. He first appeared in Adventure Comics #247 . He is a founding member of the Legion of Super-Heroes, and was the original leader in all incarnations of the Legion...
. He is one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan. - AstraAstra (comics)-Astra :Astra is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe. She first appeared in [Uncanny] X-Men #107 as a member of the Shi'ar Imperium's Imperial Guard and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum....
- Has the ability to become intangible. She is an analogue of Phantom GirlPhantom GirlPhantom Girl is a fictional comic book superhero who appears in books published by DC Comics. In the Post-Zero Hour continuity, she is known as Apparition, and is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th and 31st centuries...
. She is one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan. - NightsideNightside (comics)Nightside is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:Nightside first appeared in X-Men #107-109 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum....
- formerly known as Nightshade; her powers are not unique as all members of her race have this as their natural ability; She can generate darkness. She is an analogue of Shadow LassShadow LassShadow Lass is a fictional character, a comic book superheroine published by DC Comics. She first appeared in Adventure Comics vol. 1 #365 , and was created by Jim Shooter and Curt Swan.-Fictional character biography:...
. Her name was changed to Nightside to avoid confusion with the DC/Charlton ComicsCharlton ComicsCharlton Comics was an American comic book publishing company that existed from 1946 to 1985, having begun under a different name in 1944. It was based in Derby, Connecticut...
character NightshadeNightshade (comics)Nightshade is a fictional character, a comic book superheroine published by DC Comics. Created by Joe Gill and Steve Ditko, the character first appeared in Captain Atom v2 #82 originally published by Charlton Comics.-Charlton Comics:...
or with Marvel's villainous NightshadeNightshade (Marvel Comics)Nightshade , formerly known as Dr. Nightshade and Deadly Nightshade is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe. She first appeared in Captain America #164 and was created by Steve Englehart and Alan Lee Weiss....
. Like Oracle, she was injured by Vulcan, but recovered and was seen battling the X-Men and the Starjammers. Nightside was later slain when the Imperial Guard's recent assault on the KreeKreeThe Kree, also known as the Ruul, are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race in the fictional Marvel Universe. They are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud...
homeworld. - HobgoblinHobgoblin (Imperial Guard)Hobgoblin is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Fictional character biography:Hobgoblin is a warrior, a long-time member of the Royal Elite of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. He joined in the Imperial Guard's battle on behalf of Emperor D'Ken on a nameless Shi'ar Empire planet, and attacked...
- formerly known as Shapeshifter and Shifter; he is a member of the Chameleoid race and like Nightshade's race, Hobgoblin's powers are the natural ability of his race. The exact limitations of his shapeshifting ability are unknown, although he has been seen to transform into large, non-humanoid creatures. He is an analogue of Chameleon Boy. His name was changed to "Shapeshifter" to avoid confusion with the Spider-ManSpider-ManSpider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
foe HobgoblinHobgoblin (comics)The Hobgoblin is the alias of several fictional characters that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The first and best-known Hobgoblin is Roderick Kingsley. He first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #238, and was created by Roger Stern and John Romita, Sr...
. The first Hobgoblin was killed while impersonating Lilandra; A second Hobgoblin appeared recently only to be or believed to been killed by Vulcan. - MagiqueMagiqueMagique is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Publication history:The character first appeared in X-Men #107-109 , and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum. She was not named on-panel initially....
- formerly known as Magic; she can generate illusions. She is a magicianMagician (fantasy)A magician, mage, sorcerer, sorceress, wizard, enchanter, enchantress, thaumaturge or a person known under one of many other possible terms is someone who uses or practices magic that derives from supernatural or occult sources...
of some aptitude. She is an analogue of Princess ProjectraPrincess ProjectraThis page discusses the humanoid version of the character. For the post-Zero Hour/pre-Threeboot version, see Sensor.Princess Projectra is a fictional character, a superheroine in the DC Comics universe. She lives in the 30th and 31st centuries, and is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes...
, and of the White WitchWhite Witch (comics)The White Witch is a fictional comic book character who exists in the DC Universe, a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th century. Her real name is Mysa Nal, although her name was given as Xola Aq in Silver Age Legion stories in Adventure Comics; the revelation that her name was...
as well. She is one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan, but was killed by Adam Warlock during 'War of Kings'.
1980s recruits
- MantaManta (comics)Manta is a fictional character in Marvel Comics.-Publication history:Manta first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #137 , and was created by Chris Claremont and John Byrne....
- she possesses the powers of flightFlightFlight is the process by which an object moves either through an atmosphere or beyond it by generating lift or propulsive thrust, or aerostatically using buoyancy, or by simple ballistic movement....
, generates flashes of blinding light, and the ability to see in the dark. Her species experiences memory in a manner different from that of most other species. She is an analogue of Dawnstar. She was one of the survivors of the battle with Vulcan. During 'Realm of Kings' she was one of the view selected to explore 'The Fault'. - Warstar (B'nee and C'cil)WarstarWarstar is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Fictional character biography:Warstar is a warrior serving in the Royal Elite of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. Warstar is actually two symbiotically linked sentient mechanoids, a small one named B'nee who can generate electricity and a large one...
- Warstar is actually two aliens, a small one named B'nee who can generate electricity and a large one named C’cil who is immensely strong and durable. B'nee rides on C'cil's back. Both appear to have metallic hides or to be wearing body armor. Their counterpart would seem to be Duo Damsel, or possibly Ferro LadFerro LadFerro Lad is a fictional character, a comic book superhero and member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th century of the . He is Andrew Nolan of Earth...
, although they are named for the puppets Beany and CecilBeany and CecilBeany and Cecil was an animated cartoon series created by Bob Clampett, who had previously worked for Warner Bros.. As a puppet show entitled Time for Beany, it originally aired in 1949, with the animated series first appearing in Matty's Funday Funnies in 1959, later renamed Matty's Funnies with...
. They had been discharged and sent to Earth, which was turned into an intergalactic prison in Maximum Security. Though Webwing never came back with the Imperial Guard, somehow Hussar, Warstar and Neutron were accepted to serve the Empress again. Warstar was ripped in half when the guard fought for their new emperor Vulcan against the X-Men and Starjammers, but Warstar survived and were carried away by their fellow guardsmen. - EarthquakeEarthquake (comics)Earthquake is a fictional character in Marvel Comics.-Publication history:Earthquake first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #137 , and was created by Chris Claremont and John Byrne....
- formerly known as Quake; he has rock-like skin and the ability to manipulate silicate matter. He survived the battle with Vulcan and now serves this new emperor of the Shi'ar empire. Possibly an analogue of BlokBlokBlok may refer to:*Alexander Blok , Russian lyrical poet*Anton Blok, Dutch anthropologist*Petrus Johannes Blok, Dutch historian*Blok , the fictional superhero of the DC Comics universe*Blok , Southern California hip hop band...
. - HussarHussar (comics)Hussar is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.-Fictional character biography:Hussar is a warrior serving in the Royal Elite of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard...
- She wields a whipWhipA whip is a tool traditionally used by humans to exert control over animals or other people, through pain compliance or fear of pain, although in some activities whips can be used without use of pain, such as an additional pressure aid in dressage...
that she uses to channel bio-electricity into her opponents to shock and paralyze; she had been discharged and sent to Earth, which was turned into an intergalactic prison in Maximum Security. She appears to have been pardoned since she was among the Imperial Guardsmen, who recently attacked the Kree homeworld. During the assault, Hussar and Electron fought Ronan the AccuserRonan the AccuserRonan the Accuser is a fictional character that has appeared in numerous comic book series published by Marvel Comics. A member of the alien race the Kree, he exists in Marvel's main shared universe, known as the Marvel Universe. Ronan first appeared in Fantastic Four #65 , and was created by Stan...
, who was ultimately defeated by their teammate, Titan. During 'Realm of Kings' she was one of the view selected to explore 'The Fault'. Her Legion counterpart would seem to be the villain TyrTyr (DC Comics)Tyr is a fictional supervillain in the DC Universe. He first appeared in Superboy Vol. 1, #197 , and was created by Dave Cockrum. His name is taken from Týr, the one-handed Norse god of war.- Pre-Zero Hour:...
. - N'rill'iree - Possesses enhanced strength, endurance, and resistance to physical injury. N'rill'iree was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard.
- Webwing - He possesses tentacles which exude a powerful narcoticNarcoticThe term narcotic originally referred medically to any psychoactive compound with any sleep-inducing properties. In the United States of America it has since become associated with opioids, commonly morphine and heroin and their derivatives, such as hydrocodone. The term is, today, imprecisely...
sedative. He had been discharged and sent to Earth, which was turned into an intergalactic prison in Maximum Security. Though their colleagues Neutron, Hussar and Warstar came back to serving the Imperial Guard, Webwing has not been among the Guard ever since. - Blackthorn - He is capable of communicating with plant life and control their actions. He is a possible analogue of Chlorophyll KidChlorophyll KidChlorophyll Kid is a fictional character, a superhero in the DC Universe.-Fictional character biography:Chlorophyll Kid was born Ral Benem on the planet Mardru. As a young man, he accidentally fell into a tank of hydroponic serum which gave him the power to stimulate plant growth. He can grow...
. Blackthorn was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard these days. - Zenith (Longknife) - He can siphon the potential energy of living beings and convert it into blasts of concussive energy and is the alleged brother of Raza LongknifeRaza LongknifeRaza Longknife is a character from Marvel Comics, usually seen in the X-Men series and various spin-offs. He is the last known surviving member of his unnamed alien race , and a member of the Starjammers.-Fictional character biography:While imprisoned on Alisbar,...
of the StarjammersStarjammersThe Starjammers are a fictional team of space pirates from the pages of the X-Men comic books published by Marvel Comics. The Starjammers first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #107 and were created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum...
. The blood feud between the two brothers have been caused by Zenith's loyalty to the Shi'ar Empire. Zenith was killed in a battle against the Starjammers and Binary (Carol Danvers). Later, Raza performed the bloody rites for his dead brother. - Black Light - It has yet to be confirmed whether DeathbirdDeathbirdDeathbird is a fictional character. She is a Marvel Comics supervillainess, an adversary of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum, she first appeared in Ms. Marvel #9....
is his mother. He can project bolts of Darkforce energy from his eyes and hands . He is also capable of flight. He has barely been seen among the Imperial Guard until War of Kings. Possibly an analogue for Shadow LassShadow LassShadow Lass is a fictional character, a comic book superheroine published by DC Comics. She first appeared in Adventure Comics vol. 1 #365 , and was created by Jim Shooter and Curt Swan.-Fictional character biography:...
or her brother, Shadow Kid. - White Noise - It has yet to be confirmed whether DeathbirdDeathbirdDeathbird is a fictional character. She is a Marvel Comics supervillainess, an adversary of the X-Men. Created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Dave Cockrum, she first appeared in Ms. Marvel #9....
is her mother. She uses high-pitched frequencies produced by her vocal cords to shatter objects, disorient her opponents, and allow herself to fly. She has barely been seen among the Imperial Guard and probably quit right after her mother was no longer the Shi'ar Majestrix. She came back during War of kings and fought Black Bolt with Gladiator, they won. She is possibly an analogue for TyrocTyrocTyroc is a fictional superhero published by DC Comics. He first appeared in Superboy #216 , and was created by Cary Bates and Mike Grell...
.
1990s recruits
Note: Non of the 1990s stayed on the Imperial Guard after the 90s. It seems new writers have lost interest is the recruits of this decade.- Onslaught - He possesses enhanced strength, speed, agility, reflexes, endurance, dexterity, and reaction time. He is a skilled martial artist. He is not to be confused with the supervillain OnslaughtOnslaught (comics)Onslaught is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in X-Man #15 , and was co-created by writers Scott Lobdell, Mark Waid, and artist Andy Kubert....
. He is an analogue of Karate KidKarate Kid (comics)Karate Kid is a fictional character, a superhero in the future of the DC Comics universe, and a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes. He is a master of every form of martial arts to have been developed by the 31st century...
. Onslaught was first seen with the Shi'ar Imperial Guard during the crisis that came to be known as Operation: Galactic Storm. He was among a small strike force that battled Quasar in outer space, keeping the young Avenger busy long enough so that he would not interfere with the launch of the Nega-Bomb, the weapon that ended the war by killing 90% of the Kree population. Onslaught was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard these days. - Solar Wind - He absorbs cosmic energy and projects it through the chest plate on his armor. (It is possible that his Legion counterpart is Rond VidarRond VidarRond Vidar is a fictional superhero published by DC Comics. He first appeared in Adventure Comics #349 , and was created by Jim Shooter, Mort Weisinger and Curt Swan.-Fictional character biography:...
, who was revealed to be a member of the Green Lantern CorpsGreen Lantern CorpsThe Green Lantern Corps is the name of a fictional intergalactic military/police force appearing in comics published by DC Comics. They patrol the farthest reaches of the DC Universe at the behest of the Guardians, a race of immortals residing on the planet Oa...
) or possibly WildfireWildfireA wildfire is any uncontrolled fire in combustible vegetation that occurs in the countryside or a wilderness area. Other names such as brush fire, bushfire, forest fire, desert fire, grass fire, hill fire, squirrel fire, vegetation fire, veldfire, and wilkjjofire may be used to describe the same...
. Solar Wind and her fellow Guardsmen Voyager and Moondancer quit the Imperial Guard after they wished to help Quasar battle the Stranger. After the Guards' leader, Gladiator, ordered the trio not to become involved, they resigned from active duty. - Moondancer (Myla) - She possesses vast abilities related to extrasensory perception. She is an analogue of DawnstarDawnstarDawnstar is a fictional superheroine in comic books published by DC Comics. She was created by Paul Levitz and Mike Grell.- Fictional character biography :...
. She and her fellow Guardsmen Voyager and Solar Wind quit the Imperial Guard after they wished to help Quasar battle the Stranger. After the Guards' leader, Gladiator, ordered the trio not to become involved, they resigned from active duty. During 'Realm of Kings' Moondancer was among the Guard and was briefly seen in action. - Voyager (Divad) - He possesses teleportation abilities and has similar powers to GatesGates (comics)Ti'julk Mr'asz, codename Gates, is a fictional character, a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the DC Universe. Like all natives of the planet Vyrga, Gates has a largely insectoid body...
, but Voyager predates him. Voyager and his fellow Guardsmen Solar Wind and Moondancer quit the Imperial Guard after they wished to help Quasar battle the Stranger. After the Guard's leader, Gladiator, ordered the trio not to become involved, they resigned from active duty. Since 'War of Kings', Voyager made his comeback to the Imperial Guard and was seen in several stories. - Glom - He is able to ingest and metabolize any form of energy he encounters. He is an analogue of Matter-Eater LadMatter-Eater LadMatter-Eater Lad is a superhero in the DC Universe. He is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes and possesses the power to eat matter in all forms, as do all natives of his home planet, Bismoll...
. Glom was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard these days. - Hardball - He possesses a rubbery body that allows him to leap great distances and rebound off any object he strikes. He is an analogue of Bouncing BoyBouncing Boy-Fictional character biography:Bouncing Boy is a fictional character in the DC Comics Universe, a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th century. He is Chuck Taine of Earth, and he has the power to inflate like a ball and bounce. He received his powers when he accidentally drank a super...
. Hardball was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard these days. - Fang - This Fang has never really been confirmed to be a member of the Guard; it seems her entire race look like her and when one is killed in battle they are succeeded by another retaining the name and the costume; she was never seen with the Guard but was hired to assassinate CeriseCerise (comics)Cerise is a fictional superhero in the Marvel Comics universe.-Fictional character biography:Cerise is an extraterrestrial from the planet Shaskofrugnon in the Shi'ar Empire. She was accidentally transported to Earth after deserting the empire's brutal army, the Ghrand Jhar, refusing to fire upon...
; her successor does not appear any time before her death; her jaw was ripped apart by Cerise. - Fang - This is the second male Fang to be seen. He was one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan and was also with the Guard during the first attack on the Kree during War of Kings. The latest version of Fang, among other guardsmen was selected by Gladiator during 'Realm of Kings' to explore 'The Fault'
- Commando (M'Nell) - He possesses enhanced strength, endurance, and intellect. He was once a Kree-soldier. Being himself a Kree initially made Commando somewhat of an outsider in the Shi'ar Imperial Guard, but after their defeat of the Supreme Intelligence, Commando was accepted whole-heartedly into the group. M'Nell was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so seemed he left the guard for some years. However, during 'Realm of King' he was seen in action with the Imperial Guard once more. He is the analogue of Mon-El.
2000s recruits
- Delphos - She has precognitive abilities. For a time, she took Oracle's place in the Guard. She is an analogue of Dream Girl. Since Oracle is back at the Imperial Guard and Delphos was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, we can assume she no longer serves the Imperial Guard.
- Forunn - Her powers are unknown at this time; Smasher described her as having an "idea", so the name may have come from the word "forerunner", although this is uncertain. It has also been speculated that she might have speed-related powers; if this is so, she would be an analogue of XSXS (comics)XS is a fictional character, a superheroine in the future of the DC Comics universe. A member of the Legion of Super-Heroes, she is the granddaughter of Barry Allen , and first cousin of Bart Allen .-Fictional character biography:Despite being the granddaughter of Barry Allen and the daughter of...
; She was killed by Cassandra NovaCassandra NovaCassandra Nova is a fictional enemy of the X-Men in the Marvel Comics universe. Created by writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely, Cassandra first appeared in New X-Men #114 . Cassandra is a "mummudrai," a parasitic life form born bodiless on the astral plane...
.
- Mammoth - He resembles a humanoid mammothMammothA mammoth is any species of the extinct genus Mammuthus. These proboscideans are members of Elephantidae, the family of elephants and mammoths, and close relatives of modern elephants. They were often equipped with long curved tusks and, in northern species, a covering of long hair...
. He is possibly an analogue of Tusker. He was killed by Cassandra NovaCassandra NovaCassandra Nova is a fictional enemy of the X-Men in the Marvel Comics universe. Created by writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely, Cassandra first appeared in New X-Men #114 . Cassandra is a "mummudrai," a parasitic life form born bodiless on the astral plane...
.
- Stuff - disguised himself as a mutant child called Kato, at the Xavier Institute; He is a shapeshifter whose natural form resembles a green, cyclopean amoebaAmoebaAmoeba is a genus of Protozoa.History=The amoeba was first discovered by August Johann Rösel von Rosenhof in 1757. Early naturalists referred to Amoeba as the Proteus animalcule after the Greek god Proteus, who could change his shape...
. He is xenophobic towards non-shapeshifting species. He infiltrated the Xavier Institute as a student named "Kato", and manipulated one of Emma FrostEmma FrostEmma Grace Frost is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #129 , and was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist/co-writer John Byrne....
's students, the "Stepford CuckoosStepford CuckoosThe Stepford Cuckoos are a set of fictional mutant psychically linked quintuplets . They are students at the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning and appear in comic books published by Marvel Comics...
", into becoming romantically interested in him. He is possibly an analogue of ProtyProtyProty is the name of two fictional extraterrestrials in the DC Comics universe. The original Proty first appeared in Adventure Comics #308 , while the second Proty debuted in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #72 ....
or Chameleon Boy. His mind was wiped by the Stepford Cuckoos, and the mind of Cassandra NovaCassandra NovaCassandra Nova is a fictional enemy of the X-Men in the Marvel Comics universe. Created by writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely, Cassandra first appeared in New X-Men #114 . Cassandra is a "mummudrai," a parasitic life form born bodiless on the astral plane...
was transferred into his body.
- Squorm - He has unknown powers, but may be a kind of hive entity or artificial intelligence. Squorm dwells within a suit of powered armor that carries a plasma-based firearm. Squorm was subsequently defeated by the X-Man Beast, who slashed open Squorm's space-suit. He did survive the attack and was seen amongst the Imperial Guard during War of Kings. This character is possibly an analogue for QuisletQuisletQuislet is a DC Comics fictional character, and a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes during the 30th century. Quislet was co-created by writer Paul Levitz and artist Steve Lightle.-Fictional character biography:...
.
- MonstraMonstraMonstra is a comic book character in Marvel Comics X-Men series.-Fictional character biography:It is an alien member of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard, a superguardian. She has four arms and three eyes, and has super-strength and durability...
- She is a monstrous four-armed female with superhuman strength and durability, and may have limited intelligence. She is an analogue of MonstressMonstressMonstress is a fictional character, a superheroine in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Comics universe, and a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the post-Zero Hour continuity.-Fictional character biography:...
.
- Cosmo - The character’s name was revealed by Grant MorrisonGrant MorrisonGrant Morrison is a Scottish comic book writer, playwright and occultist. He is known for his nonlinear narratives and counter-cultural leanings, as well as his successful runs on titles like Animal Man, Doom Patrol, JLA, The Invisibles, New X-Men, Fantastic Four, All-Star Superman, and...
in an interview. As the codename was never used in print, many readers perceived him as the already established Imperial Guard member, Neutron; however, the Official Handbook of the Marvel UniverseOfficial Handbook of the Marvel UniverseThe Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe is an encyclopedic guide which details the fictional universe featured in Marvel Comics publications...
: Teams 2005 has listed them as two separate members. He is near-identical to Neutron, although the black and white star field design on his costume are reversed. Like Neutron, he is a Star BoyStar BoyThom Kallor is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by DC Comics, spanning many incarnations, all connected to the various incarnations of the Legion of Super-Heroes...
analogue. He too was slaughtered by Vulcan.
- Arc - He possesses the ability to generate electricity, and may be physically composed of electricity. Like Tempest/FlashfireFlashfire (comics)Flashfire is a fictional character in the Marvel Universe.Flashfire, also known as Tempest, is a long-time member of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard...
, he is an analogue of Lightning Lad, and it has been speculated that the two may be the same character. Arc was not seen among the Guardsmen during the battle against Vulcan, however he was among the Guard during the attack at Kree space during War of Kings and later briefly during 'Realm of Kings'.
- G-TypeG-TypeG-Type is a fictional character from Marvel comics.-Fictional character biography:G-Type is one of the Shi'ar's Imperial Guard, and is also an alien. He was engineered in the stellar nurseries of Hodinn and was composed of a living solar plasma, with a constant surface temperature of 6000 kelvins...
- He is a being made of solarSunThe Sun is the star at the center of the Solar System. It is almost perfectly spherical and consists of hot plasma interwoven with magnetic fields...
plasmaPlasma (physics)In physics and chemistry, plasma is a state of matter similar to gas in which a certain portion of the particles are ionized. Heating a gas may ionize its molecules or atoms , thus turning it into a plasma, which contains charged particles: positive ions and negative electrons or ions...
. His powers are unrevealed, but probably involve the generation or manipulation of energy. His brain is vulnerable to magnetic interference. He is an analogue of WildfireWildfireA wildfire is any uncontrolled fire in combustible vegetation that occurs in the countryside or a wilderness area. Other names such as brush fire, bushfire, forest fire, desert fire, grass fire, hill fire, squirrel fire, vegetation fire, veldfire, and wilkjjofire may be used to describe the same...
and perhaps Sun BoySun BoySun Boy is a fictional character, a superhero in the 30th and 31st centuries of the DC Comics universe. Sun Boy is a Legion of Super-Heroes member with the ability to unleash internal solar energy to whatever degree he wishes, from enough to light a single candle to enough to melt nearly any...
. He was dissolved and possibly destroyed by XornXornXorn is a fictional character published by Marvel Comics. First appearing in New X-Men Annual 2001, Xorn was a new addition to the X-Men membership during writer Grant Morrison's revamp of the franchise....
, but returned during 'Realm of Kings'.
- Neosaurus - He is a reptilian creature from a tropical environment. He presumably possesses mental powers, and shares his consciousness between several bodies, one of which was killed by WolverineWolverine (comics)Wolverine is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born as James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, three retracting bone claws on each hand and a healing...
. Neosaurus was not seen among the Guardsmen during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Imperial Guard these days.
- Plutonia - She can become intangible, and was involved in a relationship with deceased member Smasher. Like Astra before her, she is an analogue for Phantom GirlPhantom GirlPhantom Girl is a fictional comic book superhero who appears in books published by DC Comics. In the Post-Zero Hour continuity, she is known as Apparition, and is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th and 31st centuries...
. She is one of the guardmen who survived the battle with Vulcan. Plutonia is the only 2000s recruit that is often used and currently still active serving the Impereal Guard. Plutonia among a view others was selected by Gladiator during 'Realm of Kings' to explore 'The Fault'. There it became clear she has a crush on Mentor, the current leader of the Imperial Guard.
- Blimp - He can inflate his body to become lighter than air. He is an analogue of Bouncing BoyBouncing Boy-Fictional character biography:Bouncing Boy is a fictional character in the DC Comics Universe, a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th century. He is Chuck Taine of Earth, and he has the power to inflate like a ball and bounce. He received his powers when he accidentally drank a super...
. Blimp was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the Guard.
- Schism - She possesses the ability to split her body into two bodies. As one body, half of her body is white and the other half black; when split, each body is one color. She is an analogue of Duo Damsel. Her name was revealed by Grant MorrisonGrant MorrisonGrant Morrison is a Scottish comic book writer, playwright and occultist. He is known for his nonlinear narratives and counter-cultural leanings, as well as his successful runs on titles like Animal Man, Doom Patrol, JLA, The Invisibles, New X-Men, Fantastic Four, All-Star Superman, and...
in an interview and was confirmed in the Official Handbook of the Marvel UniverseOfficial Handbook of the Marvel UniverseThe Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe is an encyclopedic guide which details the fictional universe featured in Marvel Comics publications...
: Teams 2005. Schism was not seen among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful she still serves with the Guard.
- Fader - He can become invisible, and apparently automatically becomes visible when unconscious. He claimed to be "hiding in the ultraviolet". He carried a light-based firearm. He is an analogue of Invisible KidInvisible Kid (Jacques Foccart)Jacques Foccart is a comic book character, a superhero in the DC Comics universe and the second to assume the name Invisible Kid. He is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the 30th and 31st centuries...
. Fader was not among the Imperial Guard during the battle against Vulcan, so it's doubtful he still serves with the team.
Shi'ar Death Commandos
- Black Cloak - Murdered Fred Harriman, and Elaine Grey in a surprise attack meant for Rachel SummersRachel SummersRachel Anne Summers is a fictional character, a comic book superheroine created by writer Chris Claremont and artist/co-writer John Byrne for Marvel Comics....
. Black Cloak is the leader of the Shi'ar Death Commandos. Black Cloak carries a spear that gives off an energy discharge that disintegrates his victims. Can send his victims through his cloak to another unrevealed location. Charlotte Jones appears to have fallen into his cloak and is trapped inside the dimension that he hosts. Black Cloak was killed by Marvel Girl during 'War of Kings'. It is not clear who leads the Death Commandos now. - Warshot - Murdered John GreyJohn Grey-14th and 15th centuries:*Sir John de Grey, 1st Baron Grey de Rotherfield , founding member and 14th Knight of the Order of the Garter in 1348*John de Grey, 2nd Baron Grey of Rotherfield , 2nd Baron Grey of Rotherfield...
, Phyllis and Roy Dennefer. Warshot utilizes high tech weaponry. He is a skilled sharp shooter/gunman and an excellent long range marksman. - Devo - Murdered Julian, a relative of Terry McGuire. Devo creates impenetrable force fields around his victims. He can inject those with a gas that eats his victims from the inside out.
- Sega Sega is a being in a gaseous cloud form. Sega can create a large force field, covering at least a city block, and can change the frequency of the shield to explode if disrupted. Sega is vulnerable to cold temperatures.
- Hypernova - First of two females of the team. She can fire energy blasts that dissolve people instantly. She murdered Roger, an uncle of Rachel Grey.
- Krait - Attacked and presumably murdered Mary-Margaret and Kindra cousins of Rachel Grey. Krait looks like a bird of prey with wings and big, sharp claws. He can fly at enhanched speed and has superior strength and endurannce. Krait is resistant to injury.
- Offset - Second of two females of the team. She looks like a grass-hopper with four arms. Offset has a large jaw with razorsharp teeth. She also used blades while fighting others.
- Shell Shell is made of rock. He can encase people in rocky shells and also possesses super strength and endurance.
- Flaw - Flaw is a Warskrull and possesses shape-shifting abilities with yet unrevealed upgrades.
- Colony - Colony is one colony of bugs acting as one sentient being. The bugs can climb through small spaces, devour flesh, and eat through various materials.
Vulcan's Guard
In an attempt to kill the renegades Starjammers once and for all, Vulcan selected the five most dangerous criminals the Shi'ar Empire has ever captured to serve in his new Imperial Guard.These five criminals are:
- ZZZXX - A Symbiote from the same race of Venom and Carnage, except this type feeds on its target's brain. Its species was discovered several years ago by the then Shi'ar Emperor D'ken, who died before he had a chance to study it. ZZZXX attempted to attach itself to Lilandra, but after finding out it is sensitive to electricity Lilandra breaks a cable and stabs it with it. Recently, during a fight with the Starjammers, ZZZXX took over the body of Raza Longknife. He should not be confused with the energy creature ZzzaxZzzaxZzzax is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appears in The Incredible Hulk #166 and was created by Steve Englehart and Herb Trimpe.-Fictional character biography:...
. - Pn'zo - This creature seems to be robotic in nature, has tendrils that sends out charges of electricity and can transport people. He attacked Korvus, but was eventually defeated.
- Uncreated - A race of former slaves who were originally called The Works. The Uncreated attacked Korvus after the defeat of Pn'zo only to be defeated himself.
- Hodinn - A former member of the Imperial Guard until he went crazy. During the attack on the Starjammers, the Hodinn unlocked his armor and allowed his scorching body to send a huge heatwave in an attempt to kill all the Starjammers, however the attack destroyed the planet.
- Xenith - A female of the Strontian race, the same race of Gladiator, she's the leader of the new Imperial Guard and faced Rachel Summers. She is an analogue for SupergirlSupergirl (Kara Zor-El)Kara Zor-El is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by DC Comics and related media, created by writer Otto Binder and designed by artist Al Plastino. As Supergirl, Kara Zor-El serves as the biological cousin and female counterpart to DC Comic's iconic superhero Superman, created...
as Xenith is also Gladiator's cousin.