ZELMA STANTON
After she turned to Doctor Strange for help with a supernatural parasite, Zelma Stanton became his personal librarian, apprentice, and friend. With her aptitude for the mystic arts, she quickly adapted to life in the world of magic—and now, she ushers in the next generation of magic users as the Strange Academy librarian. Here's everything you need to know about Zelma and her most magical moments.
The Author of All Things Magic
In Doctor Strange (2015) #1
When Zelma comes down with a case of the Mind Maggots, she seeks out Doctor Strange for help. After her treatment, she joins Strange and his assistant Wong as the Sanctum Sanctorum's official librarian.
In Doctor Strange (2015) #10
As Strange grapples with an all-out war on magic in the Marvel Universe, Zelma plays a critical role in turning the tide of battle.
In Doctor Strange (2015) #11
After the war on magic, Zelma takes on the formidable task of sorting through a vast library of ancient spells to keep track of the old ones that no longer work and the new ones that do, resulting in her incredible knowledge base.
In Doctor Strange (2015) #20
Zelma officially becomes Strange's apprentice after she protects him during an adventure in the bizarre mystical realm known as Weirdworld.
In Doctor Strange (2015) #384
In this issue, Zelma finds herself caught in a fight between Strange and Loki, leading her to trigger a contingency plan that depowers both magic wielders.
In Doctor Strange (2018) #11
During a battle with Dormammu's Faltine warriors, Zelma combines her knowledge with her research to unleash a spell that impresses the Ancient One so much he asks her to build him a library.
In Strange Academy (2020) #1
At Strange's new school for young magic users, Zelma acts as librarian, teaches classes on interdimensional geography and anatomy, and serves as one of the most stable and reliable presences on campus.
In Death of Doctor Strange (2021) #1
When Strange is murdered, Zelma steps up alongside Wong and Doctor Voodoo to stop extra-dimensional threats from invading after his mystical barriers fall across the world.
In Strange Academy: Miles Morales (2023) #1
During a field trip to a Multiversal Math Bowl at New York's Brooklyn Visions Academy, Zelma and her students face a squad of fairies from Otherworld, resulting in a team-up with Miles Morales' Spider-Man.
In Doom Academy (2025) #1
When Doctor Doom becomes Sorcerer Supreme, Zelma tries to make the best of the situation for her students at Doom Academy, where she becomes the faculty advisor for the student newspaper.