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Creation & Design

Crystal was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby as part of the Inhumans storyline, introduced in the 1960s.

Early Years

Crystal first appeared as a member of the Inhumans, showcasing her elemental powers and her connection to the Fantastic Four.

Character Development

Over the years, Crystal has evolved from a supporting character in the Inhumans to a prominent hero in her own right, balancing her duties to her people and her relationships with other heroes.

Cultural Reception

Crystal has been well-received as a strong female character in the Marvel Universe, often praised for her depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Crystalia Amaquelin
First Appearance:
Fantastic Four #45
Aliases:
Crystal of the Inhumans, Crystalia
Species:
Inhuman
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Inhumans, Avengers, Fantastic Four
Abilities:
Elemental manipulation, Flight, Enhanced agility
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Fantastic Four #45
Marvel ⋅ 1965
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Fantastic Four #45
 
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1st team appearance of the Inhumans, a race created by the Kree: Triton, Karnak, Lockjaw, Gorgon, Medusa, Crystal and Black Bolt

1st cameo appearance of Black Bolt

1st appearance of Crystal, ability to manipulate the elements

1st appearance of Karnak, a skilled fighter and advisor to Black Bolt

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1st appearance of Triton

Thor #149
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Thor #149
 
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Origin of Black Bolt and the Inhumans

Fantastic Four #81
Marvel ⋅ 1968
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Fantastic Four #81
 
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Crystal, the Inhuman joins the Fantastic Four

Fantastic Four #150
Marvel ⋅ 1974
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Marriage of Quicksilver & Crystal

Fantastic Four #240
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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Fantastic Four #240
 
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1st appearance of Luna Maximoff, the daughter of Quicksilver and the Inhuman, Crystal

The Inhumans move to the moon

In a panel where Black Bolt speaks, causing a massive explosion, there is an editor’s note that reads 'we're not going to insult your intelligence by placing a sound effect in this panel'. This is said to be a reference to an argument Byrne had with X-Men writer Chris Claremont, concerning the inclusion of a text representation of an explosion in X-Men #119 that Byrne felt was unnecessary

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