Writer Tini Howard explains what makes Betsy Braddock a different kind of hero and breaks down that epic kiss.
Warning: This article contains spoilers forKnights of X#4.
Thanks toChris Evans, Captain America became one of the most recognizable superheroes on the planet.
‘Knights of X’ #4 variant cover image by artist Felipe Massafera.Felipe Massafera for Marvel
What kind of people are allowed to be heroes?"
He looks exactly like the classic mythological idea of a hero.
Though restored to her original form, Betsy is still working to feel comfortable in her own skin.
Rachel Summers and Betsy Braddock connect in ‘Knights of X’ #4 by Tini Howard and Bob Quinn.Bob Quinn for Marvel
But this might actually make Betsy even more suited to the role of Captain Britain than Brian.
Captain Britain does not punch out bad guys as often as Captain America.
A British fantasy story where Merlin and King Arthur are the villains?
Rachel Summers and Betsy Braddock connect in ‘Knights of X’ #4 by Tini Howard and Bob Quinn.Bob Quinn for Marvel
That’s the kind of world Betsy understands.
“They were written for people like Brian.
Yes, you read that right.
Betsy Braddock and Rachel Summers kiss in ‘Knights of X’ #4 by Tini Howard and Bob Quinn.Bob Quinn for Marvel
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Rachel was a member of the originalExcaliburteam and a longtime ally of Captains Britain.
Also, I think kissing is very important to good X-Men stories.
That’s what making art is all about, to me.”
“I have a real love for the sorceress and the knight,” Howard says.
Knights of X#4 is on sale now, and the fifth issue hits stores next month.
