This January, Marvel is taking fans back to one of the most mysterious and electrifying chapters in X-Men history. Psylocke: Ninja is a brand-new five-issue limited series from writer Tim Seeley (Rogue: The Savage Land) and artist Nico Leon (Marvel Rivals: Infinity Comic), exploring Betsy Braddock’s transformation into the Hand’s deadliest assassin — and her first fateful encounter with Elektra.
Set in the aftermath of Psylocke’s infamous rebirth in the early ’90s, the story dives into what really happened before she rejoined the X-Men. Torn between her telepathic identity and her new ninja body, Betsy faces a brutal test when Marvel’s deadliest assassin comes for her — and the two icons collide in a battle of precision, power, and purpose.
“This is the spiritual successor to Rogue: The Savage Land,” said Seeley. “We’re revisiting iconic X-Men moments and asking, what haven’t we seen yet? The idea of tying Psylocke’s Hand era into Daredevil’s world — and Elektra’s — just made perfect sense. My god, it all fits.”
For artist Nico Leon, this project is a dream come true. “I’ve always loved ninjas — the study of action, rhythm, and movement,” Leon said. “Diving into Psylocke and Elektra’s martial roots feels like being a kid again, sword in hand. Every panel is a joy to draw.”
Fans can look forward to a main cover by Derrick Chew, variant covers by Juan Frigeri and Nogi San, and a special foil edition by Dike Ruan. Psylocke: Ninja #1 slashes into comic shops this January — and it’s shaping up to be one of the fiercest face-offs in X-Men lore.
PSYLOCKE: NINJA #1 (OF 5) – 75960621450100111
Written by TIM SEELEY
Art by NICO LEON
Cover by DERRICK CHEW
Foil Variant Cover by DIKE RUAN – 75960621450100141
Variant Cover by JUAN FRIGERI – 75960621450100151
Variant Cover by NOGI SAN – 75960621450100117
On Sale 1/21
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