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Creation & Design

Arkea was created by writer Marjorie Liu and artist Mike Perkins, introduced as a powerful mutant with connections to the Hive.

Early Years

Arkea is a member of the Hive, a collective of mutants with shared consciousness, and has a complex relationship with her sister, the mutant known as the Shadow King.

Character Development

Throughout her appearances, Arkea evolves from a villainous figure to a more complex character, grappling with her identity and the consequences of her actions.

Cultural Reception

Arkea has received mixed reviews from fans and critics, with some praising her depth and others finding her motivations unclear.

Character Details

Real Name:
Arkea
First Appearance:
X-Men #1
Aliases:
Arkea, The Sister of the Hive
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Hive, X-Men
Abilities:
Telepathy, Telekinesis, Hive Mind Control
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
6' 8"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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X-Men #1
Marvel ⋅ 2013
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X-Men #1
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Shogo, Jubilee's adopted son

1st appearance of Arkea Prime, an aggressive bacterium and sister of John Sublime

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