Crucible:Madam Winter

Real Name: Dr. Nadia Vlaskova

Background: Dr. Nadia Vlaskova was a young Soviet physician exiled to Siberia during the Cold War for her father's political beliefs. Deep in the snows, close to death, she encountered the last of a race of magical beings who ruled the Earth during the last Ice Age. The beings taught Nadia powerful magics, which she used to gain revenge on her father's tormentors. Fleeing the Soviet Union, she later sought out other magical tutors and eventually rose to the leadership of the magical congress called The Council.

She has a long-standing rivalry with Arcana.

Group Affiliation: Leader of The Council

Status: Active

Powers: Madam Winter is one of the foremost practitioners of sorcery in the world today. Her spells revolve around cold, ice and snow.

Skills: In addition to being a master of the occult, Madam Winter is a skilled physician.

Creator: Jeff Messina

First Appearance: ARCANA, MISTRESS OF MAGIC #45