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Starling (Marvel)
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Creation & Design

Starling was created as part of the Young Avengers team, designed to represent a new generation of heroes.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a member of the Young Avengers, Starling quickly established herself as a skilled archer and a valuable team member.

Character Development

Over the years, Starling has evolved from a side character to a prominent member of the superhero community, often grappling with her identity and responsibilities as a hero.

Cultural Reception

Starling has been well-received by fans for her strong character development and representation of young female heroes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Katherine 'Kate' Bishop
First Appearance:
Miles Morales: Spider-Man #5
Aliases:
Starling
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Young Avengers, Avengers, S.H.I.E.L.D.
Abilities:
Expert archer, Hand-to-hand combatant, Tactical genius
Equipment:
Bow and arrows, Various gadgets
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Miles Morales: Spider-Man #5
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Miles Morales: Spider-Man #5
 
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1st cameo appearance of Starling, a romantic interest of Miles Morales

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #6
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Miles Morales: Spider-Man #6
 
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1st full appearance of Starling, granddaughter of Vulture

Starling makes a cameo appearance in Miles Morales: Spider-Man #5

Starling later becomes a member of The Champions

Copies ordered by retailers: 33,538

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #10
Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Miles Morales: Spider-Man #10
 
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1st appearance of Miles Morales from Earth-616 as Ultimatum

Reintroduction of the Ultimate Green Goblin

Origin of Starling

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #10
1:25 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2019
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Variant cover art by Humberto Ramos

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #27
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Miles Morales: Spider-Man #27
 
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