Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by delving into the captivating love life of Betsy Braddock! Join us on a journey through her most noteworthy romantic escapades, from the earliest sparks to the present. Happy Valentine’s Day!
01
Godfrey Calthrop
Childhood CrushHighlighted IssuesUncanny X-Men v1 #473
In the days of schoolgirl crushes, Betsy found herself enchanted by the voice of Godfrey Calthrop, a friend of Jamie Braddock.
02
Ghast (Tom Lennox)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesDaredevis v1 #3 → Mighty World of Marvel v2 #9
Lennox, a member of S.T.R.I.K.E. Psi Division, shared both professional and personal ties with Betsy. Their connection deepened as they went into hiding together. The telepathic link they shared proved traumatic for Betsy when Tom met his untimely end, leaving her in months of turmoil.
03
Agent Gabriel (Matthew)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesCaptain Britain v2 #13 → Captain Britain v2 #14
Agent Gabriel, part of the R.C.X., played a crucial role during Betsy's stint as Captain Britain. Their relationship took a hit when Mojo kidnapped Betsy during their Swiss vacation. Since then, their paths haven't crossed on panel.
04
Cypher (Doug Ramsey)
Mutual InterestHighlighted IssuesNew Mutants Annual #2 → Uncanny X-Men Annual #10
In a daring merger of hearts and minds, Doug and Warlock united to free Psylocke from Mojo and Spiral's clutches. Post-rescue, a mutual crush blossomed between Doug and Betsy. Despite their shared feelings, their connection never progressed beyond flirtation, and they haven't crossed paths since Doug's resurrection.
05
Colossus (Piotr Rasputin)
Mutual AttractionHighlighted IssuesX-Men: Outback #1-5 → Uncanny X-Men v1 #240
During their time in the Australian Outback, Betsy and Piotr grew increasingly close, with Betsy becoming a source of emotional support for him. Their bond deepened until Betsy admitted that Piotr had become someone she could no longer imagine being without. Their growing intimacy was further evident when Betsy comfortably posed nude while Piotr sketched her.
06
Matsu'o Tsurayaba
Brief Relationship(Mind Control)
Highlighted IssuesUncanny X-Men v1 #255 → Uncanny X-Men v1 #258
Caught in the sinister webs of mind control, Matsu'o manipulated Psylocke into becoming the deadly Lady Mandarin. Though their relationship was marked by deception and brainwashing, Wolverine intervened to break the toxic bond. In a twist of fate, Psylocke later avenged herself by ending Matsu'o's life.
07
Elektra Natchios
Mutual AttractionHighlighted IssuesPsylocke: Ninja #1 → Psylocke: Ninja #5
While brainwashed by the Hand, Betsy was sent to kill Elektra, but their clash took an intimate turn when Psylocke's psychic knife forged a powerful bond between them. Both used seduction against the other, even sharing a kiss. After they came to understand one another, Betsy gave Elektra a rose as a keepsake of their connection.
08
Human Torch (Johnny Storm)
Mutual AttractionHighlighted IssuesFantastic Four v1 #369
During a cosmic alliance in Galactus' ship, sparks flew when Johnny Storm considered flirting with Betsy, viewing her as a living doll. However, the recent loss of his wife led him to back off. Betsy overheard his internal debate, feeling a hint of disappointment at the untaken chance.
09
Cyclops (Scott Summers)
Mutual AttractionHighlighted IssuesX-Men v2 #8 → X-Men v2 #20
Assigned to Cyclops' Blue Team, Psylocke and Scott found themselves entangled in a flirtatious dance. The chemistry escalated, leading to a kiss that prompted Scott's temporary departure, straining his relationship with Jean Grey. Betsy, influenced by Kwannon's lingering presence, later apologized to Jean, acknowledging the blurred lines of their connection.
10
Hercules
Brief RelationshipHighlighted IssuesBattletide v1 #4 / X-Men: To Serve & Protect v1 #4
Teaming up against the formidable Battletide entity, Hercules and Psylocke shared a brief connection. While initially dismissing his advances, it was later revealed they had slept together. However, when they reunited years later, Psylocke was disappointed to discover Hercules had no recollection of their past encounter.
11
Gambit (Remy LeBeau)
One-Sided FlirtationHighlighted IssuesX-Men Annual #2 / X-Treme X-Men v1 #4
In the midst of a mission, Gambit's playful flirting targeted both Psylocke and Revanche. Betsy found his advances obnoxiously incorrigible. Years later, Gambit, in a candid moment with Vargas, amusingly confessed that Betsy kissed better than she fought.
12
Archangel (Warren Worthington III)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesX-Men v2 #29 → X-Men v2 #109
Betsy and Warren shared a deep connection and discovered common ground, which would evolve into Betsy's longest and most significant relationship. However, after Betsy's encounter with the Crimson Dawn, a coldness crept into their relationship, and despite a leave of absence, they couldn't fully mend the rift. Warren ended their relationship when he sensed Betsy's growing interest in Neal Shaara.
13
Kuragari
Brief Relationship(Mind Control)
Highlighted IssuesPsylocke and Archangel: Crimson Dawn #3-4
Kuragari, the Proctor of the Dawn, manipulated and transformed Psylocke into his Shadow Queen. In a sacrificial act, Warren used a piece of his own life force to free Betsy, reuniting the couple.
14
Thunderbird (Neal Shaara)
Brief RelationshipHighlighted IssuesX-Men Annual 2000 → X-Treme X-Men v1 #2
Despite her relationship with Warren, Betsy flirted shamelessly with new teammate Neal Shaara. This led to Warren breaking off their relationship. Betsy and Neal remained involved until her demise at the hands of Vargas. Since her resurrection, they haven't interacted.
15
Sabretooth (Victor Creed) (Earth-295)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesExiles v1 #100 → X-Men: Sword of the Braddocks #1
While a member of the Exiles, Betsy encountered a different version of Sabretooth and entered into a serious relationship with him. Their connection did not survive Betsy's return to Earth-616, with recent encounters suggesting an amicable split.
16
Raphael-Raven Darkhölme (Mystiq) (Earth-797)
One-Sided FlirtationHighlighted IssuesNew Exiles #1
While serving with the New Exiles, Raphael-Raven openly flirted with Psylocke, inviting her to play chess and asking her to dance. Betsy recognized his intentions but did not encourage them, as her own feelings were already beginning to turn toward Sabretooth.
17
Archangel (Warren Worthington III)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesWolverine: Road To Hell #1 → Uncanny X-Force v1 #18
After Betsy returned to Earth-616, she and Warren revived their serious relationship. Despite facing challenges, Betsy considered the time with Warren as the last period she was truly happy. The corruption of Warren by the Apocalypse seed led to Betsy having to make a difficult decision and killing him.
18
Decimus Furius (War)
One-Sided Flirtation(Mind Control)
Highlighted IssuesUncanny X-Force v1 #1 → Uncanny X-Force v1 #3
Fantomex redirected War's emotions, causing him to believe he was in love with Psylocke. The artificial fixation lingered even after their first encounter, and War later brought Betsy to his chambers and confessed his feelings. With his mind temporarily free of its usual sorrow and hatred, Betsy was able to use her telepathy to escape, and the misdirected attraction eventually faded.
19
Iceman (Bobby Drake)
Brief Relationship(Mind Control)
Highlighted IssuesAge of X: Alpha #1 → X-Men: Legacy v1 #248
During the reality warp caused by Legion's powers, Psylocke was in a brief relationship with Iceman under mind control. Once reality was restored, Betsy reunited with Warren, and Bobby chose to erase his memories from the Age of X.
20
Fantomex (Jean-Phillipe)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesUncanny X-Force v1 #1 → Uncanny X-Force v2 #9
Fantomex couldn't resist flirting with Betsy, and after Warren's demise, they embarked on a Parisian escapade filled with thieving and passion. However, this liaison proved to be a mistake, leading to betrayal and an irreparable rift between them. Recently, Betsy bid him farewell as his mind became trapped in the Astral Plane.
21
Hawkeye (Clint Barton)
One-Sided AttractionHighlighted IssuesAvX: VS #6
While preparing for a mission, Hawkeye drifted into a fantasy in which Spider-Woman fought Storm, Psylocke, and Emma Frost. The daydream revealed a private attraction to Psylocke, though Betsy herself remained completely unaware of his interest.
22
Lady Fantomex (Cluster)
Brief RelationshipHighlighted IssuesUncanny X-Force v2 #7 → Uncanny X-Force v2 #9
When Fantomex's brains were divided, the portion Betsy loved was transferred into a female body named Cluster. Betsy soon realized her affection for Cluster over Fantomex, but their relationship crumbled upon discovering Cluster's secret affair with Fantomex.
23
Dark Fantomex (Weapon XIII)
One-Sided AttractionHighlighted IssuesUncanny X-Force v2 #7 → Uncanny X-Force v2 #9
One of Fantomex's brains harbored the dark side, now known as Weapon XIII. Despite his feelings, Betsy did not reciprocate. Weapon XIII kidnapped Betsy in an attempt to coerce her into staying with him, but she declined.
24
Virtual Janissary
Brief Relationship (Virtual)Highlighted IssuesX-Men v4 #4 → X-Men v4 #15
In the aftermath of Warren's demise and the Fantomex ordeal, Psylocke sought solace in the Danger Room, creating a virtual boyfriend resembling a quartermaster or janissary. The simulated relationship took an unexpected turn when Hellion and other students invaded the Danger Room program. Betsy, forced to protect the intruders, had to terminate her virtual boyfriend.
25
Cable (Nathan Summers)
Brief RelationshipHighlighted IssuesX-Force v4 #10 → X-Force v4 #15
As members of X-Force, Betsy and Cable found themselves entangled in a brief affair. Cable's battle with a virus compelled him to clone himself daily, providing a seemingly perfect arrangement for a physical relationship without emotional entanglement. The aftermath of Nathan's healing left the status of their feelings uncertain.
26
Archangel (Warren Worthington III)
Implied RelationshipHighlighted IssuesUncanny X-Men v4 #10 → Uncanny X-Men v5 #10
Betsy played a crucial role in Warren's resurrection, urging the blank slate Angel to fully embrace his Archangel persona. While their relationship was implied to be romantic or deeply caring, a significant rift developed when Betsy, in a desperate move, used her psychic katana to draw forth Archangel, causing Warren's fury at the perceived betrayal.
27
Blob (Fred J. Dukes)
Mutual AttractionHighlighted IssuesThe X-Tremists v1 #1 → The X-Tremists v1 #5
Transported to the Age of X-Man, where love was forbidden, Betsy and Blob found themselves drawn to each other while working as law enforcers for Department X. Their attraction blossomed despite the constraints of this alternate reality.
28
Askani (Rachel Summers)
Serious RelationshipHighlighted IssuesKnights of X v1 #1 → Present
In the wake of Krakoa's establishment as a mutant haven, Betsy assumed the role of Captain Britain, leading a team to explore Otherworld's magical realms. Her relationship with longtime friend Rachel Summers took a significant turn, evolving into one of Marvel's prominent LGBTQ pairings.
“For so long, my life has been out of control. Chaos and serendipity, wrapped in insanity. I have suffered, I have lost. Not just my life, but my very soul, my self. But no more. Now I know who I am.” – Elizabeth ‘Betsy’ Braddock, daughter of Otherworld, mutant, telepath, telekinetic, defender of the realm and, above all, X-Man.
2 comments:
I really would ship Douglocke. Not to be confused with Douglock. Ramsey is of age now and Braddock is single and by now ready to mingle we hope after her last several toxic relationships and period of being alone when she "killed" Magneto. If Cypher and Psylocke actually interact, I may actually start reading the X-books again.
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