Ask AI: Who was Illyana Rasputin's friend and what was their bond?

Illyana Rasputin, also known as Magik, is a character from the Marvel Comics universe. She is most notably a friend and teammate of Kitty Pryde (also known as Shadowcat). Their bond is profound - not only are they teammates, but they are also like sisters. Kitty Pryde became a big sister figure to Illyana when she first arrived at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters (the X-Men's base). Kitty looked after Illyana and taught her English, while also looking out for her in the complex and dangerous world of mutants. The bond deepened when Illyana was transformed into the demonic sorcerer, Magik, trapped in a realm called Limbo for several years. Here, she grew up in what seemed a matter of moments for the rest of the X-Men, changing her relationship dynamic with Kitty from a more straightforward protector-protectee to peers with a shared history of trauma and triumph. Their relationship has been tested many times over the years, due to a mix of tragic events, Illyana's "necessary" harsh actions, and their personal flaws. Nonetheless, they maintain a deep bond with mutual respect and a unique understanding of each other, which continues to be explored in the comics.