Jubilee and Her Long-Lost Cousin Face Their Secret Family History in 'Jubilee: Deadly Reunion'

This April, Jubilee reunites with her long-lost cousin in JUBILEE: DEADLY REUNION #1 by Eisner Award-winning writer Gene Luen Yang (Shang-Chi) and rising star Michael YG (Iron Fist). The Marvel’s Voices one-shot celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an all-new story where Jubilee explores her Chinese heritage and family history. When Jubilee’s long-lost cousin shows up at the X-Men’s doorstep with mutant powers of his own, the pair embarks on an action-packed adventure where they must come face-to-face with her past.

JUBILEE’S X-CELLENT ADVENTURE!

Jubilation Lee always puts her life on the line for those in need – but for family? She’ll do anything! When the cousin she never knew is in sudden need of help, Jubilee tracks him down to save him! But Jubilee may find that her familial bonds aren’t as strong as she hoped! What secrets does her cousin hold? And what dangerous mutant power does he wield?! Join Jubilee as she embarks on a bombastic and life-altering journey of family, heart and heartbreak!

JUBILEE: DEADLY REUNION #1
Written by Gene Luen Yang
Art by Michael YG
Cover by Fan Yang
On sale 4/29

Speaking to AIPT, writer Gene Luen Yang revealed what fans can expect from Jubilee’s solo adventure. “Many Asian Americans feel a certain amount of separation between ourselves and our cultural heritage. Sometimes, by confronting that gap, we learn something about who we are. That’s exactly what Jubilee is going to do in Deadly Reunion. She’s going to visit San Francisco Chinatown, a place that seems like it ought to be comfortable for her, but isn’t.”

“She’s a really positive character. She dresses in bright colors, she’s always friendly, and she loves to joke around,” added Yang. “Underneath all that, though, is real tragedy. She suffered unimaginable loss at a young age. That seeming contradiction, the happy exterior and the tragic interior, makes for a deep character.”

Since losing her parents as a child, Jubilee has grown up with the X-Men, evolving from teen sidekick to trusted mentor for a new generation of mutants in the pages of Uncanny X-Men (2024) by Gail Simone, David Marquez, and Luciano Vecchio. However, this won’t be a simple family reunion for Jubilee, since her cousin, Eason Cheung, has some secrets of his own that will test their newfound bond.

“I’m thrilled to have designed this new character,” shared Michael YG. “On the suit, the circular sound wave on his chest is his signature symbol, while the dots around him represent protecting the ones he loves with himself at the center. His resolute, unyielding gaze embodies his never-give-up spirit. I hope everyone will love this young man from Hong Kong, China.”

Check out the preview for JUBILEE: DEADLY REUNION #1 below and pick up the comic at your local comic shop on April 29!

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