Marvel Reveals Betsy Braddock's New X-Men Codename
Marvel editor Tom Brevoort has revealed that Betsy Braddock will use the codename Butterfly in the upcoming Maximum X-Men series. Braddock has previously been known as Psylocke and Captain Britain. The announcement appeared in a blog post before the character's new name was expected to debut in a Captain Britain anniversary special.
Marvel editor Tom Brevoort disclosed in a blog post that Betsy Braddock will be called Butterfly in Maximum X-Men, launching in December. The roster he listed also includes Bishop, Colossus, Iceman, Firestar, and Justice. Fans had expected the name to surface in the October 14 Captain Britain 50th Anniversary Special, so the blog mention may have revealed it early.
The codename reflects Betsy's telepathy, which takes a pink butterfly form that glows when she uses psychic abilities to access or influence thoughts. She formerly used Psylocke, then became Captain Britain after Kwannon reclaimed their shared body in 2018. After ending her Captain Britain tenure, she appeared without a fixed codename in 2024's X-Force.
The change may matter most to longtime X-Men readers, collectors, cosplayers, and creators who track character identities. A new codename could refresh Betsy Braddock's merchandise, fan art, and story possibilities, while an early blog reveal may fuel debate about how publishers manage spoilers. For broader audiences, it may be a small signal that comics continue updating legacy heroes for new eras.