A new Guardians Vol.

3offers a clear look at a major upgrade forNebula.

The May 2023 film will be the third installment in theMCU’sGuardians of the Galaxyfranchise.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Nebula

The film willserve as an endpointfor at least some fan-favorite characters, as directorJames Gunnhas said.

Nebula Powered Up for Guardians 3

A still from May’sGuardians of the Galaxy Vol.

3released byUSA TodayWednesday gives fans a clearer look at an upgraded arm on Nebula.

Drax, Mantis, Star-Lord, and Nebula (from left to right) stand around a table in a science-fiction-looking room. There is a camera on the table. Nebula sports a new bionic arm made of a chain-looking material.

Does the Arm Represent More?

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.

3will release on May 5.

A close up of Nebula in a science fiction-looking location. She sports a new bionic arm made of a chain-looking material.

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Gillian Blum has been a writer at The Direct since 2022, reporting primarily from New York City.

She also commonly reports on Percy Jackson, Invincible, and other similar franchises.

A close-up of Nebula from the Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 trailer. She wears a blue space-suit, and sports a new bionic arm made of a chain-looking material.

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