Queen Elizabeth II

The real-world British monarch appears as herself in the Marvel UK universe, occasionally crossing paths with heroes like Captain Britain. She holds no superpowers but lends royal authority and cultural authenticity to stories set in Britain.

A true icon steps into the Marvel Universe — Queen Elizabeth II made her comics debut in the Bronze Age pages of Captain Britain #37 (1977), brought to life by Len Wein, Larry Lieber, and Ron Wilson for Marvel UK. She moves through some genuinely fascinating company, sharing adventures alongside Captain Britain and Brian Braddock, and her presence spans a remarkable 44 years of Marvel history, turning up everywhere from Captain Britain to Deadpool. With only 7 catalog appearances, she's a rare and delightful find — a real-world figure woven into the fabric of Marvel UK's storytelling, and the kind of unexpected gem that makes flipping through back issues such a joy.