These X-Men moments are going to affect Krakoa and the entirety of the Marvel Comics universe.
The X-Men are always up to something. The new age of Krakoa has made things even crazier. You’d figure having their own island nation would make things easier. On the contrary, they’ve actually gotten worse for Marvel’s mutants.
Sometimes things happen on the outside (Orchis) and sometimes it’s internal (check out Inferno and Trial of Magneto for more on that). No matter where it’s coming from, there’s always something for them to contend with. Here are the four most important moments from the X-Men you should know about this month.
Colossus is being controlled
Comic book: X-Force No. 24
Colossus gave up his life as a warrior. After years of fighting, friends and family dying, and being left at the altar, it only makes sense that he’d want some peace. And he got what he needed. He became a farmer and lived with someone he loved. For the first time in years, Piotr Rasputin was at peace. Unfortunately, his evil brother Mikhail has someone controlling his actions. So much so that Colossus killed and buried the woman he loved.
Why is this important
In X-Men: Inferno No. 2, Colossus was brought in to be the newest member of the Quiet Council of Krakoa. Xavier, Magneto, and Moira MacTaggert needed another person they could trust. They have no idea that someone is manipulating his actions. We’ll have to see how this plays out. There’s no way a powerful psychic like Xavier won’t see that something is off about Colossus, right?
Wiz Kid is working with Gyrich
Comic book: S.W.O.R.D. No. 9
Henry Peter Gyrich has been trying to destroy Krakoa and the X-Men for a few months now. During the Hellfire Gala, he spoke with Alpha Flight’s former leader Guardian about how to stop mutants from becoming what he deems is too powerful. In S.W.O.R.D. No. 7, Gyrich says he has a mole in S.W.O.R.D. We find out that his informant is Wiz Kid.
Why is this important
It’s not shocking that Wiz Kid is working with a mutant enemy. Wiz Kid seems like the kind of person who’s always looking for whatever can make them happy. However, there’s no guarantee that they’re working for Gyrich. Wiz Kid probably told Abigail Brand as soon as they were contacted. It could be why Brand is offsite and Cable is standing in for her.
Maverick is spying on Wolverine
Comic book: Wolverine No. 17
Maverick has always been available to the highest bidder. It was apparent when Logan asked Maverick for help. He immediately asked what was in it for him. Later, Domino reminded him that he has friends and fellow mutants that need his help and that maybe he should do it for that. As the issue goes on, we see that Logan’s friend Agent Bannister finds out that Logan is still being spied on. He doesn’t know that it’s Maverick doing the spying.
Why is this important
This seems to be a theme with Krakoa. Since they’re a new nation, this isn’t shocking. It’s also not surprising that Maverick is being shady. He’s messed up things with Logan before. For some reason, Logan always forgives him. Considering this is messing with all of Krakoa, Wolverine may not be as forgiving as before. Maverick is hurting people Logan loves.
Emma Frost knows the secret
Comic book: X-Men: Inferno No. 2
Before Xavier, Magneto, and Moira decided on picking Colossus for the Quiet Council, they went to Emma Frost (X-Men: Inferno No. 2). With Destiny on the Quiet Council, they needed someone who understands the gravity of the situation. When Emma read Moira’s mind, she saw how grave everything is. Like Xavier, seeing everything that happened made her fall back in pain and shock. She also recovered, upset that they kept this from her. She departed saying she’ll give the matter “consideration.” Even worse, she says she’ll never trust him again.
Why is this important
Emma thought that she was in the loop with Xavier and Magneto. Especially since they’re both on the Quiet Council and have a history together. She was hurt that she wasn’t. Emma Frost isn’t someone you want to cross. She can be vindictive when she’s crossed.
The tag for Inferno has been that you can’t trust anyone. This could mean Emma could use this information to her advantage. She’s already helped Mystique after getting bribed. Who knows where this is going to go next.
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