Key Collector Comics
Mirage
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Mirage was created by Brian K. Vaughan and Adrian Alphona as part of the Runaways series, which focuses on a group of teenagers who discover their parents are supervillains.

Early Years

Tina Minoru is introduced as a member of the Runaways, a group of teens who band together after discovering their parents' dark secrets. She possesses the ability to create illusions, which she uses to help her friends navigate their challenges.

Character Development

Throughout her journey, Mirage evolves from a scared teenager into a confident hero, learning to embrace her powers and take charge of her destiny.

Cultural Reception

Mirage has been well-received by fans for her relatable struggles and strong character development, often praised for her depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Tina Minoru
First Appearance:
Marvel Graphic Novel #4
Aliases:
Tina, Mirage
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Runaways, Young Avengers
Abilities:
Illusion Manipulation, Telepathy
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

Marvel Graphic Novel #4
Marvel ⋅ 1982
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (4)
Marvel Graphic Novel #4
 
Low
$10
Mid
$30
High
$100

Key Facts

1st team appearance of New Mutants: Cannonball (1st), Psyche (1st), Wolfsbane (1st), Sunspot (1st), Karma

Psyche aka Dani Moonstar later becomes Mirage

1st appearance of the White Rook, a member of the Hellfire Club

New Mutants #1
Marvel ⋅ 1983
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (2)
New Mutants #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$5
High
$15

Key Facts

3rd team appearance of the New Mutants

Origin of Karma

New Mutants #3
Marvel ⋅ 1983
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (2)
New Mutants #3
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$10

Key Facts

1st cameo appearance of Demon Bear, a monstrous phantom that haunts Danielle Moonstar's dreams

New Mutants #18
Marvel ⋅ 1984
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (1)
New Mutants #18
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$10

Key Facts

1st cameo appearance of Warlock, a techno-organic extraterrestrial

1st full appearance of Demon Bear, a villain of Dani Moonstar

New Mutants #21
Marvel ⋅ 1984
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (2)
New Mutants #21
 
Low
$1
Mid
$5
High
$15

Key Facts

First time Illyana Rasputin is referred to as Magik, in a character bio

'Magik' only used in the title of the previously published miniseries 'Magik: Storm and Illyana'

Dani Moonstar becomes Mirage

Doug Ramsey joins The New Mutants

View more (1)

1st full appearance and origin of Warlock

New Mutants Special Edition #1
Marvel ⋅ 1985
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (2)
New Mutants Special Edition #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$3
High
$12

Key Facts

Dani Moonstar becomes a Valkyrie

1st appearance of Brightwind, the winged horse of Dani Moonstar

1st appearance of Mist, a Valkyrie

1st appearance of Axe, a Valkyrie

View more (1)

1st appearance of Hrimhari, Asgardian prince of wolves

Marvel Voices: Indigenous Voices #1
1:75 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2020
View Details
Marvel Voices: Indigenous Voices #1
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$50

Key Facts

Variant virgin cover art by Afua Richardson

King In Black: Return of the Valkyries #1
Marvel ⋅ 2021
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (14)
King In Black: Return of the Valkyries #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$4

Key Facts

1st team appearance of the Valkyries: Jane Foster, Hildegarde, Dani Moonster, Runa

1st appearance of Runa, a Valkyrie

Marvel's Voices: Heritage #1
Non-Key
1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2022
View Details
Marvel's Voices: Heritage #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$5
High
$15

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz

Hidden Gem edition

Adjust Your Filters To See More Comics!

By default Key Collector searches for Standard Cover Key Issues.

Adjust the "Variants" and/or "Non-Key Issues" search filters above for additional content:

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])
  • Non-Key Issues ([[totalNonKeys]])

At Key Collector, our primary focus is on unearthing those rare Standard Cover Key Issues for you. However, the world of comic collectibles is vast and varied. We want to make sure you have the tools to explore it all!