Redwing

Redwing is a red-shouldered hawk who became the loyal companion of Sam Wilson (the Falcon) when the two first met in the Caribbean. Through the cosmic influence of the Red Skull's Cosmic Cube, a unique empathic bond was forged between them, linking their minds.

Few Marvel characters can claim a debut as storied as Redwing's — introduced in Captain America #117 in 1969 by the legendary team of Stan Lee and Gene Colan, this Silver Age original has been a fixture of Marvel's universe for over five decades. With 144 catalog appearances spanning from that iconic late-'60s debut all the way to 2025, Redwing is a genuinely enduring presence, turning up across Captain America, Captain America & the Falcon, and The Avengers — sharing pages with the likes of Falcon, Steve Rogers, Iron Man, and Spider-Man. Six of those appearances carry key-issue status, a mark of real collector significance that reflects just how meaningful this character's moments have been to Marvel history. If you love the deep connective tissue of the Marvel universe — the characters who quietly anchor decades of storytelling — Redwing is absolutely worth your attention.