Thursday, September 8, 2016

Comic book casualties: Illyana Rasputin

The younger sister of Marvel's Colossus from X-Men and Deadpool fame, Illyana Rasputin (aka Magik) has served as a member of the New Mutants and is known for her demonic magical abilities and use of the powerful Soulsword. But Illyana succumbed to the deadly Legacy Virus in Uncanny X-Men #303 (1993).


Like many other characters -- including her own brother -- Illyana has since been brought back to life in the comic-book world. She has gone by the moniker Darkchilde and has served as an apprentice to Dr. Strange, the Sorcerer Supreme. Let's peer through our crystal ball at some Magik collectibles.

New Mutants #14, Marvel Comics (1983)

New Mutants #14 by Marvel Comics

While Illyana first appeared in the valuable Giant Size X-Men #1 (1975) alongside Colossus, she first became Magik in this key issue of New Mutants. You can scare one up online or at a local comic shop for about $10-$20, depending on grade.

Magik limited series, Marvel Comics (1983)

Magik limited series issues #1 & #4 by Marvel Comics

Hot on the heels of her first appearance as Magik, Marvel released this spooky four-issue limited series featuring Illyana and the X-Men's Storm. The series' creative team includes two of the best in the business, writer Chris Claremont and artist John Buscema. You can usually track down the entire series for about $15-$25, depending on grade.

Book of the Vishanti Marvel Legends SDCC 2015 Exclusive set, Hasbro (2015)

Book of the Vishanti Marvel Legends set by Hasbro

This impressive five-figure set was a San Diego Comic Con Exclusive in 2015. The set of Marvel Legends figures features an astral Dr. Strange, Brother Voodoo, Dormammu, Hela and Magik. Akin to many SDCC exclusives, this set is rare and pricey at about $300-$350 on the secondary market.

Magik Comiquette statue, Sideshow Collectibles (2011)

Magik Comicquette statue by Sideshow Collectibles

Sideshow released this limited edition (1,000 pieces) polystone statue of Illyana in 2011. The sculpture features alternate heads (basic and horned) and stands about 14" tall. Goes for about $400 on the secondary market.

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