Crystal (character)

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Crystal(Crystalia Amaquelin)[1]is asuperheroappearing inAmerican comic bookspublished byMarvel Comics.Crystal first appeared inFantastic Four#45 (Dec. 1965) and was created by writerStan Leeand artistJack Kirby.[2]

Crystal
Crystal as depicted inWar of Kings: Warriors#2 (August 2009).
Art byPaul Renaud.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearanceFantastic Four#45 (Dec. 1965)
Created byStan Lee(writer)
Jack Kirby(artist)
In-story information
Full nameCrystalia Amaquelin
SpeciesInhuman
Team affiliationsInhumans
Fantastic Four
Avengers
Galactic Council
Universal Inhumans
Notable aliasesThe People's Princess
Crystalia Amaquelin-Maximoff
Abilities
  • Inhuman physiology:
    • Superhuman strength, speed, stamina, durability, agility, and reflexes
  • Elemental powers manipulation:
    • Air, wind, earth, metal, fire, heat, water, moisture, electricity, energy, ice, cold, and weather
  • Flight

Within theMarvel Universe,Crystal is a member of a fictional human subspecies known asInhumans,who (due to genetic modifications performed by theKree) became capable of developing superhuman abilities once exposed to the Terrigen Mist. Exposure to the Terrigen Mist grants abilities topsionicallycontrol the fourclassical elements:earth,wind,fire,andwaterand, by extension, can also grant the ability to manipulate various other natural materials and phenomena such asmetalsandelectricity.Crystal was the first character to be identified as an Inhuman,[3]and is one of the most prominent Inhuman characters. Crystal is a princess of the Inhuman Royal Family and sister toMedusa,Queen of the Inhumans. She often appears with her giant super-powered canine companion,Lockjaw.

The character has regularly appeared as a main character in several comic book titles, including various incarnations of theInhumansas well as theFantastic Fourand theAvengers.The character is unique in her affiliation with all three of these groups. Earlier in her history, she was romantically involved with theHuman Torchfrom the Fantastic Four. In later stories, she becomes more associated with theX-Menfamily of characters due to her short-lived marriage toQuicksilver,which resulted in the conception of their daughter,Luna.Crystal has also appeared in various other Marvel media such as television series and video games, as well as merchandise such as trading cards and action figures.

Crystal has been described as one of Marvel's most notable and powerful female heroes.[4][5][6][7]

She made her live action debut in the 2017Marvel Cinematic Universe(MCU) television seriesInhumans,portrayed byIsabelle Cornish.

Publication history

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Crystal first appeared inFantastic Four#45 (Dec. 1965), written byStan Leeand illustrated byJack Kirby,titled "Among Us Hide...The Inhumans".[8]When asked, "Who created the Inhumans, you or Stan Lee?" in a 1968 interview forExcelsiormagazine, Jack Kirby replied, "I did."[9]Like other early Fantastic Four characters, there is debate about how much Stan Lee and Jack Kirby each contributed to the characters' creation.[10]

Throughout her many appearances, Crystal has been depicted as brave, intelligent, and compassionate. While she is undoubtedly very kind and emotional, this is in stark contrast to her remarkable power, and she is more than capable of defending herself and others.

Fantastic Four (1965–1973)

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Crystal was first introduced, along with the rest of the Inhuman Royal Family and the Inhuman race as a whole, in the pages ofFantastic Four.Upon their first meeting, she andJohnny Stormfell in love with one another, a fact that led to her continued presence among the team. From this time, she would become a mainstay of the team for the duration of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's stint on the series. She was the first character to join the Fantastic Four, outside of its original members, when she officially joined the team as a replacement forSue Richards,who was pregnant withFranklin Richards.She remained a member of the team, even after Sue's return. During her time with the team, she became very close to its members, particularlyBen Grimmand accompanied them on many adventures. Crystal was written out ofFantastic Fourin issue #105, the first story arc after Jack Kirby's departure. At this time, the character returned to her family inAttilandue to her apparent inability to survive long-term in Earth's polluted atmosphere. Her time with the team and her status as a friend and ally would continue to be part of her identity as a character, up to the present.

Quicksilver and Luna (1973–1990)

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After her return to Attilan, Crystal meets and falls in love withQuicksilver,Pietro Maximoff. During this time, Crystal is mostly featured alongside Quicksilver in a number of different series includingInhumansandVision and the Scarlet Witch,along with guest appearances inFantastic Four,Avengers,and other titles. In addition to her marriage to Quicksilver, this time period saw the introduction ofLuna,the daughter of Crystal and Pietro and the development of close friendship between Crystal and Pietro's twin sister,Scarlet Witch(Wanda Maximoff), and her then-husband,Vision.InSteve Englehart's series,Vision and the Scarlet Witchvol. 2 (1986), Crystal has an affair with Vision and Wanda's "regular Joe" neighbor, Norm Webster. Crystal is purported to have committed this betrayal as a result of her mistreatment by Pietro. A few months later inX-FactorAnnual #2 (October 1987), it is revealed that the behavior exhibited by both Crystal and Pietro was the result of mind control orchestrated byMaximus.From 1987 to 1988, Crystal again rejoins the eponymous team inFantastic Four,which was also being written by Steve Englehart, at the time. Crystal departs the team abruptly inFantastic Four Annual#21 after being convinced to do so by her king and brother-in-law,Black Bolt.The artwork at the end of the issue features character pages for the Fantastic Four and many supporting characters. Despite this being Crystal's last issue, her character page reads "It's great to be back with the Fantastic Four! I'll never leave again!"

Avenger (1991–1998)

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Crystal has also appeared as a member of the Avengers. She was a prominent member of the main Avengers team for the term ofBob Harras' time as writer for the title, but declined in prominence shortly after he left to become Editor-in-Chief of Marvel Comics. In addition to starring inAvengers,the character also appeared in the solo books of her Avengers teammates during these years such asCaptain America,Invincible Iron Man,andThe Vision.While serving on the team, the character lived inAvengers Mansionwith Luna and her nanny, Marilla. During this time period, the character would attempt to reconcile with Quicksilver off-and-on. Crystal was featured as an Avenger through many important storylines and events includingOperation: Galactic Storm,Infinity War,Infinity Crusade,Bloodties,Onslaught,andHeroes Return.Crystal proved invaluable to the team many times during her tenure and was well-loved by her teammates. The character also featured prominently in the seriesQuicksilvertoward the end of her tour as an active Avenger.

Return to Attilan (1998–2007)

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This time period was a departure from Crystal's previous appearances because it marked the first time the character had returned to Attilan by her own choice for a significant amount of time since she first encountered the Fantastic Four. Crystal appeared inInhumansvol. 2 (1998–1999), a limited series byPaul JenkinsandJae Lee.The series, which was part of theMarvel Knightsline, was critically acclaimed, popular with readers, and earned Jenkins anEisner Award.[11]From 2000 to 2005, the character mostly made guest appearances inAvengers,Fantastic Four,and other titles.Son of M(2006) andSilent War(2007), written byDavid Hinewould bring the next major arc for Crystal. These books chronicled Quicksilver's betrayal of Crystal and the Inhumans in an attempt to use theTerrigen Mistto restore themutantsdepowered during the events ofHouse of Mand the resulting conflict between Attilan and a fictional version of the United States.

Cosmic Inhumans (2008–2013)

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This time period marked another new development for Crystal's character as she and her fellow Inhumans became involved in intergalactic conflicts.Secret Invasion: Inhumans(2008–2009) byJoe Pokaskimarked the beginning as it was discovered that Black Bolt had been replaced by aSkrull.This revelation leads to a series of events that eventually sees the Inhumans ascend to become sovereigns of theKreeEmpire and Crystal betrothed toRonan the Accuser.Crystal was then featured through a series of books byDan AbnettandAndy LanningincludingWar of Kings(2009),Realm of Kings: Inhumans(2010), andThe Thanos Imperative(2010). During this time, Crystal showed her prowess not only as a warrior, but as a leader, as she and her family navigated political and military conflicts, particularly againstVulcanand theShi'arImperium. From 2010 to 2013, her story continues in the pages ofFantastic FourandFF,in which she is forcibly separated from Ronan against both of their wishes. Although present inInfinity(2013) andInhumanity(2013–2014), which, under new authorship, continue the events portrayed in Abnett and Lanning's aforementioned series, she does not play a major part in these books.

All-New, All-Different Marvel (2015–)

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Despite her unexplained absence inCharles Soule'sMarvel NOW!seriesInhuman(2014–2015), Marvel has indicated that Crystal will be returning to the spotlight as a part of theirAll-New, All-Different Marvelinitiative. She has been announced to appear in the upcomingUncanny Inhumansseries,[12]and leaked information indicated the character would be featured in a starring role inAll-New Inhumans,[13]both also written by Charles Soule. The character has also appeared on the teaser image forAll-New All-Different Marvel Point One,which is to be an introduction to the new series that are being launched as a part of All-New, All-Different Marvel.[14]On August 19, 2015, it was officially announced that Crystal would be the leader of a team of Inhumans inAll-New Inhumans,which will be co-written by Charles Soule andJames Asmuswith art by Stefano Caselli. "These stories follow a diplomatic mission/covert strike team effort led by Crystal," relates Asmus. "She's been at the center of the Inhumans, but also served as an Avenger, alongside the Fantastic Four, and even dabbled with the X-Men when she was married to Quicksilver. She's been a constant presence in the Marvel Universe, but leading this faction ofNuHumansis her stepping up in a big way. "[15]The character's appearance has been significantly changed, having an updated costume and apixie cut.

Fictional character biography

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Crystal is the daughter ofInhumansQuelin and Ambur, and lived inAttilanwith the other Inhumans, until the Inhuman Royal Family was forced out of the Great Refuge byMaximus.[16]Her first encounters with the outside world were via theFantastic Four.She encountered theHuman Torch,and brought him to the Inhumans' secret New York base.[17]She left New York with her family members to escape theSeeker,but became trapped inside Maximus' "negative zone" barrier dome around the Great Refuge.[18]She fell in love with the Human Torch, although their romance was blocked by a literal barrier, around the Inhumans' city. The Inhumans were eventually freed from the "negative zone" barrier, and left the Great Refuge along with the Royal Family to visit the outside world. She broughtTritonto rescueMister Fantasticfrom the realNegative Zoneand aided the Fantastic Four in battle against Blastaar.[19]

Joining the Fantastic Four

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Crystal would later leave the city for a brief career with the Fantastic Four. Soon after joining, she battled theWizard,and helped defeat Maximus.[20]She also foughtDoctor Doomalongside the Fantastic Four.[21]She was temporarily blinded by theMole Man,but helped the Fantastic Four defeat him.[22]She was abducted byMedusaand reunited with the Torch in Attilan. She revealed how she had used her powers to saveBlack Bolt's life, and then rejoined the Fantastic Four.[23]She fell under the mental control ofDiablo,but soon regained her free will and returned to the Great Refuge.[24]

Marriage

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It was later revealed how she had rescued a dyingQuicksilver(Pietro Maximoff). She chose Quicksilver over the Torch as the man she loved.[25]Not long after that, she married Quicksilver.[26]She later gave birth to their daughter,Luna,and accompanied the Inhumans when Attilan was relocated to Earth's Moon.[27]During the time when the Inhumans lived on the Moon, Crystal defied the power structure of her society and fled with many Inhumans to an isolated part of Earth. They were there to help Medusa, their queen, give birth in secret. Crystal used her powers to eliminate the pollution from a wide area around their hideout, a mistake which led to even worse consequences.

Quicksilver and Crystal have had a rocky marriage. Pietro has always had a quick temper and Crystal had once had an affair with a real estate agent named Norman Webster. She and the Human Torch still had feelings for each other during his marriage to the supposedAlicia Masters(later revealed to be aSkrullnamedLyjamerely pretending to be Alicia). She also developed feelings forDane Whitman,the Black Knight, but nothing physical came from it. These reasons have caused them to separate several times, egged on byMaximus the Madtaking credit for Pietro's descent into madness. One such reconciliation attempt occurred in a small town, in a rented cabin, where Crystal had to urge Quicksilver to "go slow". Unfortunately, even this was affected by outside forces.

Joining the Avengers

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At one point, Crystal summoned theAvengersto help battle theBrethren.[28]Soon after, she joined the Avengers as a provisional member.[29]Shortly after that, she became a full Avengers member.[30]During Crystal's time with the Avengers,Magneto'sAcolyteskidnapped her daughter, causing great damage to themansion.Luna ended up inGenoshaunder the control of the Acolytes. The Avengers teamed up with the X-Men and managed to recover her safely.

Decimation

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After the events ofHouse of M,Crystal was reunited with her depowered husband, only for him to steal theTerrigen Mistfrom Attilan, in an attempt to use it to restore the depowered mutants. He also kidnapped Luna and exposed her to the mists, granting her various abilities.[31]Luna had previously been baseline human, thought of by some as an affront to her mutant heritage.

Silent War

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When the Inhumans located Quicksilver, he allowed Black Bolt to beat him, in response to his betrayal. Crystal and Quicksilver's marriage was annulled and she participated in a series of battles againstS.H.I.E.L.D.andthe Mighty Avengerswhen the Inhumans declared war on United States.[32]

Secret Invasion

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Crystal and her sister Medusa are called upon byIron Manto a meeting where he reveals Black Bolt has been replaced by a Skrull. When the Skrulls invade Attilan, Crystal uses her abilities to defeat a Skrull who possesses the powers ofColossus,Cyclops,andWolverine,and a Skrull who is an amalgam ofCaptain AmericaandSpider-Man.After an attack on Attilan by the Skrulls, the Royal Family travel intoKreespace, seeking an alliance against the invading Skrulls.Ronan the Accuserwelcomes this alliance, but only on the condition that Crystal becomes his bride. Medusa agrees, much to Crystal's chagrin.[33]

In an attempt to crack the Skrull communication network, the Inhumans split up. Crystal and Medusa infiltrateThundra's tribe as fellow tribeswomen. However, when they argue, per the tribe's laws, their squabble is moved to the arena. In their fight, Crystal gets Medusa to treat her more like an adult and allow her to speak to Thundra. She negotiates the release of a captured Skrull communications officer, enabling them to track down Black Bolt's prison.[33]

War of Kings

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Crystal's marriage to Ronan proceeds, even following Black Bolt's decision to usurp the throne of the Kree. She comes to accept the idea of the marriage, defending it to her sister-in-lawPolarisas a matter of statecraft (though there are indications that Ronan wishes for more).[34]The wedding proceedings are interrupted by theShi'ar Imperial Guard,who attack as part of EmperorVulcan's invasion of the Kree Imperium. Ronan is beaten nearly to death in this attack. While visiting Ronan in recuperation, Crystal inadvertently helps rally the Kree people when she shows compassion towards a ward filled with injured Kree commoners, acts which (thanks to her sister in law Polaris) were eventually broadcast over the Kree networks. This has led to her being referred to as the "people's princess" among some of the Kree people.[35]

When Black Bolt attempted to set off an explosion that would spread the Terrigen Mists across the galaxy, reasoning that this action would render all equal, Crystal defied his orders and risked her life to takeLockjawto confront him, disabling the Terrigen qualities of the explosion and convincing Black Bolt that the powers that would be created by his plan would cause more harm than good. Although Black Bolt acknowledged her wisdom, an attack by Vulcan meant that Black Bolt was kept too busy to accompany Crystal and Lockjaw when they were forced to flee before the bomb — now a simple explosive device — went off, apparently killing Black Bolt and Vulcan.[36]After some time with Medusa ruling in Black Bolt's stead, he is resurrected and returns to the throne. Shortly thereafter, Black Bolt makes a decree that the Inhumans would return to Earth, leaving Ronan the Accuser in charge of the empire; Crystal is given the choice to leave with the royal family or stay by her husband. She decides to stay with family.[37]

During theCivil War IIstoryline, Crystal and Medusa introduce the InhumanUlyssestoCaptain Marvel,War Machine,andBlack Panther.[38]Crystal was present when Iron Man infiltrated New Attilan to claim Ulysses. Iron Man managed to defeat Crystal. She later joined Medusa, Karnak, and the other Inhumans with them in their trip to Stark Tower to reclaim Ulysses. During the confrontation with Iron Man, Crystal was present when Ulysses' latest vision projected to everyone present showing a rampaging Hulk standing over the corpses of the superheroes.[39]

During theInhumans vs. X-Menstoryline, Crystal and Gorgon are ambushed by Magneto.[40]

Powers and abilities

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Crystal arguing with her boyfriend Johnny Storm, fromFantastic Four#99. Art byJack KirbyandJoe Sinnott.

Crystal is often described in her appearances as an elemental due to her unique ability topsionicallycontrol the fourclassical elements:air, earth, fire, and water.[41]The character's proficiency in controlling these "elements" allows her to achieve a variety of effects and additional abilities. Her psionic powers are a result of exposure to theTerrigen Mists,which coupled with genetic engineering of the Inhumans by theKreein the distant past, grant Inhumans abilities beyond the capabilities of an ordinary Inhuman that are unique to each individual.

Inhuman physiology

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As a member of the fictional offshoot of humanity,Inhumans,Crystal possesses physical strength, durability, speed, endurance, and reflexes significantly greater than the maximum potential attainable by humans. Her physical prowess, coupled with combat training received from her cousin,Karnak,and the Avengers[42]make her a formidable hand-to-hand combatant.

Air manipulation

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Crystal can control oxygen atoms and oxygen-containing molecules to create atmospheric disturbances of various kinds. By intermingling air with earth she can cause a dust storm, air with water a typhoon, and air with fire a firestorm. She is able to create a wind of tornado intensity, approximately 115 miles per hour.[43]She has demonstrated the ability to control air as far away as within a 30-mile radius.[44]Using this ability, Crystal can summon wind currents strong enough to support her weight and others'[45]and elevate herself to fly at high altitudes and speeds.[46]By controlling air molecules, Crystal is able to bind them together psionically and compact them into a boundary to such a degree that matter cannot pass through. She uses this ability to various effects, including creating a field around her, allowing her to breathe while submerged in water[47]and molten lava.[48]She has also used this ability to deflect attacks[49]and contain the atmosphere when the hull of a spaceship was compromised. She has demonstrated the ability to determine what may or may not pass through the barrier.[50]

Earth manipulation

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Crystal can control the various substances that make up common bedrock (earth: iron, granite, shale, limestone, etc.), creating seismic tremors of up to 6.7 on theRichter scale(greater if tectonic plate fault lines are nearby) by causing a sudden shifting of the earth.[43]The upper limit of this power is unknown, although she has demonstrated the ability to lift the entire fictional city ofAttilanfor a significant amount of time.[51]Her ability to control earth extends to many metals which are naturally occurring, including iron.[52]

Fire manipulation

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Crystal possesses the psionic ability to manipulate fire, cause it to grow in size and intensity, and take any form that she desires.[53]She can also douse any oxidizing flame by altering the ionization potential of the outer electron shells of oxygen atoms. By accelerating oxygen molecules in the air, she is able to cause fire to spontaneously ignite.

Water manipulation

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Further, Crystal can control the movement of water to a certain extent, via manipulation of inter-atomicvan der Waals forcecontrolling surface tension, divining water from the ground, and causing it to flow in designated directions. The maximum volume is unknown, although she has demonstrated the ability to create a maelstrom large and powerful enough to trap at least a dozen individuals, includingNamor,[47]and brought down what was described as "a sea from the sky," at least several thousand gallons.[54]The character's control of water molecules extends to all of its forms, including ice. She is able to instantly freeze water to create ice blasts.[55]She can also cause hydrogen and oxygen atoms in the air to recombine and form water molecules, summoning these atoms from a volume of atmosphere within a radius of approximately two miles. This allows her to spontaneously create water, even in a dry environment, provided oxygen and hydrogen are present.

Other elemental effects

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Crystal possesses the ability to rearrange and manipulate the individual atoms of the elements that she controls to various effects.[56]She is able to affect the elements she controls on an atomic level, giving them an electrical charge.[57]Once the molecules are charged, she retains her control over them, allowing her to control the flow of the current, including the ability to summon lightning bolts.[58]Her control over the elements at the atomic level also allows her to increase or decrease their molecular movement. This effectively allows her to instantly heat or cool the elements which she psionically controls. For example, she can instantly freeze water or ignite oxygen. By heating or cooling her surroundings, she is able to survive in environments of extreme heat or cold. She has demonstrated a limited capacity to manipulate the magnetic polarity of the metals she can psionically control.[45]By combining her abilities to manipulate air, water, electricity, ice, and temperature, the character is able to effectively control the weather within a 30-mile radius.[59]Also, because of her psionic connection to the elements around her, she has the ability to sense things an ordinary human or Inhuman would not, such as sensing how much moisture is contained within the air or other matter, being aware of movement in the air or water around herself,[60]and being able to determine that a soil sample was not "native" to a particular area.[61]

Reception

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Critical reception

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Steve Morris ofComicsAllianceasserted, "Crystal's elemental powers offer infinite possibility, but her most important trait may be her pragmatism. She's the most aware and self-conscious member of the Inhumans, with a better handle on how to interact with other species than the rest of her family. As a result, she offers a fascinating counterpoint to the bigger-name Inhumans, and drives a more empathetic perspective for readers. She's smart, composed, and understanding; of course she was the one to drive the forging of relationships with the Fantastic Four and the Avengers."[62]Sara Century ofSyfystated, "We like Crystal a lot because she is a character who tries to choose her own happiness, only to get shunted off into politically convenient arranged marriages off-planet at the drop of a hat by the people closest to her....For Crystal, the real love story is learning to love herself enough to say" no "to the demands of others."[63]

Accolades

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  • In 2015,Entertainment Weeklyranked Crystal 62nd in their "Let's rank every Avenger ever" list.[64]
  • In 2015,Gizmodoranked Crystal 49th in their "Every Member Of The Avengers" list.[65]
  • In 2016,ComicsAllianceranked Crystal 5th in their "Marvel’s Royal Inhumans, Ranked From Worst To Best" list.[62]
  • In 2016,Screen Rantranked Crystal 3rd in their "10 Most Powerful Inhumans In The Marvel Universe" list.[66]
  • In 2017,Screen Rantranked Crystal 7th in their "Every Member Of The Fantastic Four, Ranked Worst To Best" list.[67]
  • In 2018,Comic Book Resources(CBR) ranked Crystal 7th in their "20 Most Powerful Inhumans" list.[68]
  • In 2018,Pasteranked Crystal 6th in their "20 Members of the Fantastic Four" list.[69]
  • In 2019,Screen Rantranked Crystal 4th in their "15 Strongest Female Marvel Characters" list.[4]
  • In 2020,Scary Mommyincluded Crystal in their "These 195+ Marvel Female Characters Are Truly Heroic" list.[6]
  • In 2021, CBR ranked Crystal 8th in their "20 Most Powerful Female Members Of The Avengers" list.[5]
  • In 2021,Screen Rantranked Crystal 1st in their "10 Best Alternate Members Of The Fantastic Four" list[70]and ranked Crystal and Quicksilver 9th in their "10 Best Relationships in Avengers Comics" list.[71]
  • In 2022, CBR ranked Crystal 2nd in their "10 Best Fantastic Four Substitute Members" list,[72]6th in their "10 Inhumans Who Should Join The Avengers" list,[73]and 10th in their "10 Best Sisters In Comics" list.[74]

Other versions

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In other media

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Television

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  • Crystal appears inThe New Fantastic Fourepisode "Medusa and the Inhumans".[citation needed].
  • Crystal appears inFantastic Four(1994), voiced byKathy Ireland.[79]
  • Crystal appears in theInhumansmotion comic, voiced byKelly Sheridan.[79]
  • Crystal appears in theHulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.episode "Inhuman Nature", voiced byMary Faber.[79]
  • Crystal makes a non-speaking cameo appearance in theUltimate Spider-Manepisode "Agent Web".[79]
  • Crystal appears inGuardians of the Galaxy,voiced byVanessa Marshall.[79]
  • Crystal appears inAvengers Assemble,voiced byStephanie Sheh.[79]
  • Crystal appears in the live-actionMarvel Cinematic Universe(MCU) television seriesInhumans,portrayed byIsabelle Cornish.[80]Upon learning of Maximus' coup, Crystal sends Lockjaw to teleport her family away while she stays behind afterPulssusstuns Lockjaw. While under house arrest, Maximus tries to persuade Crystal to side with him. One of these attempts has Auran purposely losing her communicator in a scuffle with Crystal so that he can track the rest of the Inhuman Royal Family.[81]She eventually escapes with Lockjaw after coming up with a trick to get away from Maximus. Upon arriving inHawaii,Lockjaw is injured by a passing motorist named Dave and Crystal forces him to take Lockjaw to a medic.[82]She meets Dave's ex-girlfriend Audrey who helps treat Lockjaw.[83]Later, Dave takes Crystal to the beach to teach her to relax every now despite the severity of her situation.[84]At the suggestion of Dave, Crystal uses her powers to contact her family by causing lightning to strike nearby her and is reunited with Black Bolt and Medusa. However, Audrey contacts the police and reports Lockjaw's existence. Using Lockjaw's powers, Crystal and her family escape while Dave and Louise, a human ally Medusa meets, pretend that Audrey was jealous.[85]The family returns to Attilan where Crystal confides in Medusa that she loved being on Earth and wished to have a normal life among the humans.[86]She is soon tasked with helping the city of Attilan evacuate, and later leaves with her family using Lockjaw. She is last seen with the evacuated Inhumans as they search for a new home on Earth.[87]
  • Crystal appears inMarvel Future Avengers,voiced byYuka Iguchiin Japanese and again by Stephanie Sheh in English.[79]

Video games

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