Is this the end of Hickman’s time with the franchise? With Inferno coming up, it feels like it is. however that’s coming up soon after the Hellfire Gala, as well as since we’re only at week two of the event, it’s difficult to tell if X-Men #21 will truly be the last X-book he writes. After all, there are lots of X-titles they can revive or create. What about that Moira MacTaggart series? exactly how about something focusing on the peaceful Council? Where’s Apocalypse? Or, there was this truly little X-Men title that ran for a few years: UNCANNY X-MEN! We haven’t had an Uncanny X-Men book for two years now. So, is this it?
Well, if the way-too-early released solicitation for the hardcover for Inferno, this is just the begin of Hickman’s next X-Men saga. however for now, back to Hellfire Gala week two, as well as X-Men #21
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They aren’t going to wear those attire in the field, right? Although Cyclops most likely could. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
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Writer: Jonathan Hickman
Artists: Sara Pichelli, Nick Dragotta, Russell Dauterman, as well as Lucas Werneck
Colorists: Nolan Woodard, Frank Martin, Frank Martin, as well as Matt Wilson
For his final problem of X-Men, tying into Hellfire Gala week two, Jonathan Hickman did rather a great deal to configuration the Gerry Duggan’s upcoming series This includes introducing the new X-Men team. Oddly enough, there hasn’t been an X-Men team during the Age of Krakoa. as well as nobody truly noticed either. Sure, there are teams, however they all have specific directives. X-Force handles the security as well as security of Krakoa. X-Factor is when once again an investigation team, however instead of private, they’re more like the FBI. The Hellions are a black ops team. Excalibur offers with all the wonderful threats, which, as we saw in Excalibur #21, is about to get much worse. as well as the Marauders handle trade, the black market, as well as refugee assistance. however there wasn’t an X-Men team. In fact, professor X proclaimed the team done since Krakoa formed.
However, after X of Swords, Cyclops as well as Jean saw the requirement for mutant superheroes. To make it work for Krakoan society, they altered one thing: they left the members (aside from them) as much as the people – er – mutants. So, the centerpiece of Hickman’s Hellfire Gala week two contribution centers on the new team. however that’s not all he’s up to. In fact, there’s one extremely Hickman-style moment.
Hellfire Gala Week two Introduces a new X-Men team – With a few surprising Members
Patton Oswalt as well as his other half Meredith join the X-Men! …for the evening. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
Of course, marvel exposed the regime of X X-Men team a number of weeks ago, as well as we already dove into the team. however there are three members worth speaking about a bit more, particularly for exactly how one of them reacts to the announcement. however first, the method the vote goes down is the most Krakoan thing yet. Jean Grey telepathically links every mutant in the world, as well as in just moments, they campaign, discuss it with their good friends as well as cast their votes. They even let some humans witness the moment, such as physician Strange, who phone calls the process “elegant.” Actually, let’s let him explain it:
Ohhh, I see. Okay. I’m still somewhat confused however okay. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
Now, let’s take a look at the three best/most surprising reactions.
Despite Krakoans selecting him for the X-Men, Sunfire looks totally tired in Hellfire Gala Week Two
He’s just doing this as a favor…to the world. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
Sunfire has always had a strong confidence, as well as it shows here. even with a mask on, he emanates coolness. He’s not jumping up as well as down, being hugged, or clapped at. In fact, it appears like he purposely snuck away to the back of the space just to lean against that wall as well as look like “yeah, this doesn’t surprise me at all.”
However, Sunfire’s inclusion is surprising for us as readers. marvel hasn’t featured him in many stories over the past decade. The last time he truly had prominence was during Rick Remender’s Uncanny Avengers. He’s a great, fan-loved character, however so are many others. It is excellent to see an Oriental character featured on the team, however so is Surge, Psylocke, Jubilee, Silver Samurai, Armor, Karma, as well as more. perhaps what’s surprising is that he’s the only Oriental team member. even for Krakoans, Sunfire is a surprising choice. Of the listing above, Silver Samurai would seem more prominent provided his function in the crucible.
But it’s still remarkable to see him on the team. He’s a excellent character as well as deserves more prominence.
Synch Rises Out of Obscurity to join the new Team
wait a minute! Skin was there as well as he wasn’t voted into the X-Men? I believe they requirement a recount. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
It’s always wonderful to see a hardly-used character provided a higher profile. A couple of months ago, most visitors barely understood who Synch was. He appeared early in Hickman’s run as one of the three mutants who went into the Vault. however with X-Men #19 as well as #20, Hickman turned him into a superstar character. By the time he escapes the vault to tell professor X about the dangers approaching, everybody liked him. Including, it seems, the rest of Krakoa. His exploits must have been understood around the island too, as we see in Hellfire Gala week two.
But it’s more than that. He makes perfect sense for this team. His ability, synching up with other mutants’ capabilities as well as even able to mix them if only temporarily, is a large power when you have teammates like Polaris, Rogue, Jean Grey, Cyclops, as well as Sunfire. With Sunfire, the X-Men are bringing back a legendary character. However, with Synch, they are making one. Also, it doesn’t hurt that he’s in like with our next surprising member. Or, not so much surprising as they were surprised.
Wolverine – X-23 – Didn’t believe She would Be selected for the X-Men during the Hellfire Gala
Hero to mutants. Sadist to shellfish. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
The look on Laura’s deal with when Jean phone calls her name is wonderful. have you ever used for a task you understand you aren’t qualified for, however then get an offer? That just occurred to Wolverine. Now, for publishing as well as sales, the team had to have a Wolverine, however Marvel’s been cautious in recent years not to overexpose any type of characters. Wolverine (Logan) is currently in his own book as well as X-Force. as well as visitors like X23. That doesn’t hurt either.
It will be fun to see her dynamic on the team. She’s a extremely skilled fighter, however she is likewise young as well as has a great deal of trauma. all of them do. however as the youngest member on the team, she couldn’t have much better mentors. difficulty getting close to others? talk to Rogue. requirement to process PTSD from when she was a violent, killing machine? Jean Grey killed a world when she was Dark Phoenix, go to her. The pressure of having to be an icon for your people? Cyclops has had to be that since he was 16. dad problems with your father, who you are really a clone of however not quite? Polaris’s father is Magneto – she has all the dad issues.
And, honestly, I’m rooting for Wolverine as well as Synch. Synch keeps in mind their 1000-year connection in the Vault, however Wolverine doesn’t. That makes a extremely fascinating charming arc.
The One type of member missing from the Hellfire Week two X-Men Announcement
Why couldn’t the mad King of Avalon join the X-Men? (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
Of the team, there’s just one problem…no villains. An important part of Krakoan society is that former mutant villains are now forgiven. as well as the rehabilitation works. So far, Pyro represents this modification the most. At the beginning of Marauders, he was just on the boat as well as type of accidentally joined the team. however over time, he’s ended up being a legitimate hero, establishing a close friendship (or perhaps more?) with Iceman. as well as even Pyro recognizes exactly how far he’s come, stating that the team is bringing out the very best in him.
We needed just one villain, a traditional one, looking for redemption. Silver Samurai, Mesmero, Cyber, Avalanche. as well as with so many villains on the island, it’s strange that we didn’t see one join the team in Hellfire Gala week two. however the team is still a great selection, as well as it will be fun to see what Gerry Duggan does with them.
Jonathan Hickman’s Hellfire Gala Week two X-Men Ending is completely Hickman
Something remarkable is about to happen…next week. (Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
Hickman’s understood for big, weird moments. a few of his concepts are so esoteric, they needed data pages to explain them – as well as now, those data pages are an X-Franchise tradition. however he always starts with just a hint of what’s to come. A little picture that makes you go “what precisely am I looking at?” Something that feels ominous even if the great guys are doing whatever it is he has them doing. Above, Emma Frost is starting the telepathic fireworks display. Behind her we see a red orb, either the sun or mars. As we zoom in, we see something odd. however it’s the last panel that has that Hickman touch:
That’s not…no, it can’t be…I mean…they wouldn’t…(Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)
What? who are they? Why are they floating on rocks? Where precisely are they coming from?
We’ll have to wait on Hellfire Gala Week Three, Planet-Sized X-Men #1 to discover out.
Until then, like Kevin Feige, Patton Oswalt, as well as the many other stars who are at the Gala, let’s just sit back as well as let it unfold. save our tinfoil hats for our Loki podcasts. At least we understand it isn’t Mephisto…or is it???
Seriously though, Kevin Feige is there. The producer famous for creating the marvel Studios movies is in the marvel Universe. So, in the marvel Universe, is there an remarkable DC Comics Studios he runs?
Me? Well, I’m the lost kid of Sophia Loren as well as Gimli son of Gloin…(image: X-Men #21
(Featured Image: X-Men #21, marvel Comics)