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Creation & Design

Dust was created by writer Nunzio DeFilippis and artist Christina Strain, first appearing in 2005. She was designed to represent a new generation of mutants and to explore themes of cultural identity.

Early Years

Dust's early years were marked by her struggles with her identity as a mutant in a conservative society. She was discovered by the X-Men and brought to the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning.

Character Development

Over the years, Dust has evolved from a shy and reserved character to a more confident and assertive member of the X-Men, often grappling with her cultural identity and the responsibilities of being a mutant.

Cultural Reception

Dust has been well-received for her unique background and representation of Muslim culture in comics, resonating with readers who appreciate diversity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Sooraya Qadir
First Appearance:
New X-Men #133
Aliases:
Dust
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
X-Men, New X-Men, X-Corps
Abilities:
Sand Manipulation, Flight, Enhanced Agility
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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New X-Men #133
Marvel ⋅ 2002
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New X-Men #133
 
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1st appearance of Dust, the first X-Men character who wears an abaya and niqab

New X-Men: Academy X #23
Marvel ⋅ 2006
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New X-Men: Academy X #23
 
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1st appearance of Gentle, a mutant from Wakanda

1st team appearance of a new, New X-Men roster: X-23, Dust, Mercury, Rockslide, Surge, Hellion, Elixir

Cover art inspired by Uncanny X-Men #171 (1983)

Young X-Men #1
Marvel ⋅ 2008
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Young X-Men #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Young X-Men: Dust, Rockslide, Blindfold, Wolf Cub, Ink

1st appearance of Ink, a human powered by tattoos applied by a mutant

1st appearance of Jonas Graymalkin, a mutant with indestructible form whose powers increase in the dark

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