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Who Is Nebula? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Nebula (Marvel): Nebula was a space pirate who believed that she was the granddaughter of Thanos. She often had conflicts with Starfox and Earth superheroes such as th

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Nebula is a Marvel comic book character, with over 187 comic issue appearances. Nebula was a space pirate who believed that she was the granddaughter of Thanos. She often had conflicts with Starfox and Earth superheroes such as the Avengers. However, when she actually encountered Thanos, he denied having dropped progeny.

Who is Nebula?

Origin A brutal space pirate and mercenary of the starship Sanctuary III, once the flagship of Thanos ' armada. She and her mercenaries massacred the Xandarians . She has laid claim to be the granddaughter to Thanos. She is also rumored to be the daughter to Zorr . She accomplished what her rumored father could not, she destroyed the remaining planet, Xandar. Later, she would wreck havoc upon the Skrull Empire. When she denied Thanos' return he blasted her, seemingly killing her, She was rescued by a crew member and taken to be healed in a hidden spot on her ship. Thanos soon discovered her and resurrected her.

Key facts

Nebula is of alien origin and first appeared in "Holocaust in a Hidden Land". The character is published by Marvel. With 187 recorded issue appearances, Nebula ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nebula?

Nebula was a space pirate who believed that she was the granddaughter of Thanos. She often had conflicts with Starfox and Earth superheroes such as the Avengers. However, when she actually encountered Thanos, he denied having dropped progeny.

When did Nebula first appear?

Nebula first appeared in "Holocaust in a Hidden Land".

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