"A child mathematical genius, Portnova worked in cryptography before being inducted into KGB Directorate V. Brilliant, deadly, and fanatically loyal to the state, she represents a threat either on or off the battlefield."
Portnova - is a common Russian surname, which literally means "tailor's daughter".
Portnova's "Killer Bee" skin bears similar appearance to the character of "The Bride" and her primary outfit from Kill Bill: Volume 1, while the name derives from a quote from Kill Bill: Volume 2.