You remember the beginning of the first Guardians of the Galaxy movie, right? Peter Quill is dancing through the ruins of Morag, kicking space rats, and generally being a total goofball while hunting for the Orb. It's a classic MCU introduction. But then he gets back to his ship, the Milano, and suddenly this pink-skinned woman pops her head out of the lower deck.
She's wearing his childhood t-shirt. She looks confused. Honestly, Peter looks even more confused because he genuinely forgot she was even on the ship.
That’s Bereet.
Most casual fans just saw her as a punchline to show how much of a "legendary outlaw" (read: irresponsible playboy) Star-Lord was before he found his found family. But if you're a comic book nerd, seeing Bereet in Guardians of the Galaxy was actually a massive "wait, what?" moment. She isn't just some random alien hookup James Gunn invented for a laugh. She has a history that goes back decades, and it’s way weirder than you’d think.
Who is Bereet anyway?
In the movie, she’s played by Melia Kreiling. She’s a Krylorian, which explains the pinkish skin and the bird-like grace. In the comics, the Krylorian look is a bit more intense—they have hollow bones, three fingers, and sometimes even vestigial feathers.
But here is the kicker: Bereet’s comic book origins have absolutely nothing to do with the Guardians.
Actually, she’s a Hulk character. No, really.
Created by Doug Moench and Walt Simonson back in 1977, Bereet first showed up in Rampaging Hulk #1. She wasn't a space traveler looking for romance or adventure in the traditional sense. She was a "techno-artist." Think of her as an interstellar indie filmmaker with a very specific obsession. She used high-tech equipment to spy on Earth and make movies about the Hulk. She’d take real footage of Bruce Banner’s rampages and then edit herself into the story as his sidekick/heroic partner.
She was basically the universe's first big-budget fanfiction writer.
The Weird Connection to the Incredible Hulk
It’s kinda funny when you think about it. The version of Bereet we see in the MCU is hanging out with Star-Lord, but in the source material, she actually came to Earth to find Bruce Banner.
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She wasn't just a fan; she was a creator. She had this "Spatial Distorter" bag—sorta like Mary Poppins' bag but with alien tech—that held all her filmmaking gear. She eventually became a legitimate supporting character in the Hulk comics during the early 80s. She even helped Banner and Rick Jones out with her Krylorian tech, which was way more advanced than anything humans had at the time.
So why put her in Guardians of the Galaxy?
James Gunn is notorious for digging through the "bargain bin" of Marvel history. He loves taking these obscure, one-off characters and giving them a second life. By putting Bereet on the Milano, he gave a nod to the deep-cut fans while firmly establishing Peter Quill's character.
Why she’s wearing that shirt
One of the coolest Easter eggs involving Bereet in Guardians of the Galaxy is the shirt she’s wearing. If you look closely, it’s the exact same graphic tee Peter was wearing as a kid on Earth right before he was abducted by Yondu and the Ravagers.
It’s a small, humanizing detail.
It suggests that even though Peter acts like he doesn't care about his past, he kept that shirt for 26 years. Whether Bereet found it and thought it was cute, or Peter gave it to her because she didn't have anything else to wear after... well, you know... it’s a direct link to his childhood.
The Difference Between the Movie and the Comics
If you ever decide to pick up those old Incredible Hulk issues, don't expect to see the same character from the film. The comic version of Bereet is much more of an "alien" in the classical sense.
- Personality: Comic Bereet is ambitious and a bit manipulative. She wanted to be a famous artist above all else. Movie Bereet seems a lot more laid back, just enjoying the ride until Peter almost gets her killed.
- Powers: She doesn't have "superpowers," but her tech is basically magic. She has "Star Eyes" (floating cameras) and "Defendroids" (robot guards). In the movie, she doesn't seem to have any gear at all—just the shirt on her back.
- Fate: In the comics, her home planet, Krylor, was actually destroyed by Ego the Living Planet. Talk about a weird coincidence, considering Ego is Peter Quill’s dad in the MCU.
What happened to her after Morag?
We don't see much of her after the Milano escapes Morag. Presumably, Peter dropped her off somewhere safe—likely Xandar, since that was the nearest major hub. Some fans have pointed out that other Krylorians appear later in the franchise, like Carina (the Collector's tragic assistant). They share that same pink skin, which helps build out the "look" of the MCU’s cosmic side.
There was a rumor for a while that she might pop back up in a sequel, but it never really happened. Her role was served. She established Peter’s "pre-hero" lifestyle and gave the die-hard Marvel fans something to point at and say, "Hey! I know her!"
Why Bereet still matters for MCU fans
Honestly, characters like Bereet are what make the Marvel Cinematic Universe feel lived-in. Every background character has a potential backstory.
If you want to understand the full scope of the cosmic MCU, you have to look at these minor players. They aren't just there to fill space; they are bridges to the weird, wild history of Marvel Comics.
Actionable Insights for Marvel Lore Hunters:
- Check out Rampaging Hulk #1: If you want to see where Bereet started, this is the place. It’s a very different vibe from the modern MCU.
- Rewatch the Morag scene: Look at the background details on the Milano. You can see how much care went into making Peter's ship feel like a messy bachelor pad.
- Look for Krylorians elsewhere: Keep an eye out for pink-skinned aliens in the background of Knowhere or Xandar. The MCU uses consistent alien races to make the galaxy feel connected.
Bereet might have been a "forgotten" character on Peter’s ship, but for anyone who loves the deep lore, she’s a gem. She represents that transition from the 70s/80s "weird sci-fi" Marvel to the modern blockbusters we have now. Whether she’s making films about the Hulk or hiding from Sakaaran soldiers, she’s a survivor.
Next time you watch Guardians, give a little nod to the girl in the Earth shirt. She’s seen more than you think.