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Astra is the name of two unrelated fictional characters from the Marvel Comics Universe. Contents 1 Astra (Imperial Guard) 1.1 Publication history 1.2 Fictional character biography 1.3 Powers and abilities 1.4 Other versions 1.4.1 Exiles 1.5 In other media 1.5.1 Television 1.6 Inspiration 2 Astra (Brotherhood) 2.1 Fictional character biography 2.2 Powers and abilities 3 References 4 External links Astra (Imperial Guard) Astra Astra by Dave Cockrum Publication information Publisher Marvel Comics First appearance Uncanny X-Men #107 (October 1977) Created by Chris Claremont Dave Cockrum In-story information Team affiliations Imperial Guard Abilities Density alteration Astra is a fictional character in the Marvel Comics universe. She first appeared in [Uncanny] X-Men #107 as a member of the Shi'ar Imperium's Imperial Guard and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum. Publication history Astra first appeared in X-Men #107-109 (October 1977-February 1978), and was created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum. The character subsequently appears in X-Men: Spotlight on Starjammers #2 (June 1990), Thor #446 (April 1992), Avengers West Coast #82 (May 1992), Inhumans Vol. 4 #3-4 (August–September 2000), JLA/Avengers #1 (September 2003), Thanos #12 (September 2004), and Uncanny X-Men #477 (October 2006), and #480 (January 2007). Astra appeared as part of the "Imperial Guard" entry in the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition #6. Fictional character biography Little is known of the origin of the alien Guardsman known as Astra apart from that she is a founding member of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. Alongside the Guard, she first clashed with the X-Men and Starjammers on behalf of D'Ken and Davan Shakari over the fate of the Shi'ar Empress Lilandra Neramani.[volume & issue needed] After the battle, D'Ken was rendered comatose and Lilandra took over as Majestrix, and the Imperial Guard swore allegiance to her.[volume & issue needed] After Lilandra's exile, and when Deathbird became Empress, Astra commanded the entire Imperial Guard to fight the combined forces of the Starjammers and Excalibur on earth so that she could claim the power of the Phoenix Force for herself. During the battle, Astra surprised Shadowcat with the ability to hit her in intangible state, since she could match her molecular density. The Guard were forced to retreat when Deathbird was put in danger.[volume & issue needed] During Operation: Galactic Storm, Astra was amongst a small team of the Imperial Guard that defended Lilandra against the Kree team, Starforce.[volume & issue needed] Astra was also present with the Imperial Guard when they defended Lilandra against an assassination attempt from the Inhumans, who were under the control of Ronan the Accuser at the time.[volume & issue needed] Astra was present during the battle with Vulcan and was one of the guardsmen who survived the battle with Vulcan.[volume & issue needed] Powers and abilities Astra has the ability to reduce her density in order to become intangible. When immaterial, she can pass through solid objects and vice versa. She has also shown the ability to punch an 'intangible' Shadowcat, showing that she can match her molecular density.[volume & issue needed] Astra can also use her power offensively by phasing her hand into her opponent and becoming partly solid. This tactic causes a physical shock to Astra's opponent, who is rendered unconscious. Other versions Exiles A version of Astra appeared alongside the Imperial Guard in a story arc in Exiles.[volume & issue needed] In other media Television Astra appears alongside the Imperial Guard in a few episodes of X-Men the Animated Series. Inspiration Several of the members of the Imperial Guard are at least partly based on members of the DC Comics team Legion of Super-Heroes. (Dave Cockrum, co-creator of the Guard, also had a long run as artist on the Legion.) Astra is based on LSH member Phantom Girl.[citation needed] Astra (Brotherhood) Astra Astra Alan Davis, artist Publication information Publisher Marvel Comics First appearance Uncanny X-Men #366 (cameo) X-Men vol. 2 #86 (1st full appearance) Created by Alan Davis In-story information Alter ego Beth Al-Reraph Species Human Mutant Team affiliations Brotherhood of Evil Mutants Abilities Teleportation Astra (Beth Al-Reraph) is a fictional character, a supervillainess in the Marvel Comics universe. She first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #366 and was created by Alan Davis. Fictional character biography Astra is a mutant teleporter who was revealed to be Magneto's first true recruit from his original Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. With her aid, he would acquire technology from alien civilizations, which would automatically give him advantage over the contemporary human military forces. However, she did not share Magneto’s goals - merely wanting riches, not power. The two parted ways as enemies. She resurfaced years later, reviving Magneto (who had been mindwiped by Professor X) and creating a clone of him. Astra ordered the clone to kill Magneto, but Magneto was able to take the clone down. After the battle, the clone woke up amnesiac, thinking he was the real Magneto. The clone was given the name "Joseph" by a nun, and became affiliated with the X-Men. Astra later returned and attempted to use Joseph against Magneto and the X-Men. She had Joseph attack Magneto while he was controlling the Earth's magnetosphere, which severely disrupted Earth's magnetic field. Joseph died repairing the damage, causing Astra to flee. Before her final exit, Astra alluded to knowing Nightcrawler since he was a child. Astra was mentioned by Apocalypse as having been dealt with,[volume & issue needed] but her current status is unknown[1][clarification needed]. She last appeared in a flashback to her early Brotherhood days[volume & issue needed][2], where it was revealed that she saw Nightcrawler while looking for potential recruits for the Brotherhood with Magneto. Powers and abilities Astra has the ability to teleport. She uses a shield and also wears gauntlets to fire energy blasts. References ^ The Twelve storyline ^ X-Men Forever External links Astra Bio on Marvel.com http://www.marveldatabase.com/Astra_%28Imperial_Guard%29 Astra (Imperial Guard) at the Appendix to the Handbook of the Marvel Universe