Ki-Lan

A rare Bronze Age gem from the cosmic reaches of DC's future, Ki-Lan made their debut in 1981's The Legion of Super-Heroes #272, brought to life by the legendary Steve Ditko alongside Gerry Conway and Frank Chiaramonte — a creative pedigree that alone makes any appearance worth a second look. Active across the early-to-mid '80s, this character inhabits the sweeping, star-spanning world of Legion lore, sharing pages with the likes of Reep Daggle and Tasmia Mallor. With only four catalog appearances — including one recognized key issue — and a spot in Who's Who: The Definitive Directory of the DC Universe, Ki-Lan is precisely the kind of deep-cut figure that rewards the dedicated Legion scholar hunting through the Bronze Age's richest corners.