Summary
Warning: SPOILERS ahead forNYX #1The dawn of a new era for theX-Menkicks off by re-introducing a familiar mutant character as a twisted heir toCyclops’role in the franchise. With the newFrom The Ashesera in full swing, fans have beenintroduced to this generation’s Cyclops, and he’s already making an impact in a dark, unexpected way.
NYX #1by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Francesco Mortarino, Raúl Angulo, and VC’s Joe Sabino sees Ms. Marvel rescuing a group of anti-mutant bigots from a mysterious mutant at first known only as The Krakoan.
Leaving Kamala none the wiser to his identity,the Krakoan returns to his baseto rejoin his allies in a new Quiet Council and reveal himself as none other than Julian Keller a.k.a. Hellion. Described as “Telekinetic. The kid who would be Cyclops,” the former Hellion is positioned for a radically dark new status quo. But considering Julian’s history, it makes total sense.
After 30 Years, X-Men Kills Off a Fan-Favorite Mutant Hero
As X-Men’s new era dawns, mutantkind has already suffered its first dramatic demise, with fan-favorite [SPOILERS] dying in a brutal battle scene.
Marvel’s New Mutant Villain “The Krakoan” Could Have Been A Cyclops-Level Leader
NYX#1– Written By Collin Kelly & Jackson Lanzing; Art By Francesco Mortarino, Raúl Angulo, & VC’s Joe Sabino
As the Krakoan, Julian sports a new uniform – an amalgamation of iconic looks from Cyclops, Magneto, and even Professor X.
A former student of the Xavier Institute and one of Emma Frost’s prized proteges, Julian Keller is a world-class telekinetic who’s always demonstrated a massive potential for both heroism and villainy. With the fall of Krakoa, it seems this Hellion has decided to adopt the best of both worlds by taking up the role of his generation’s de facto “Magneto” in the hopes offollowing in Cyclops’ footstepsfrom his own revolutionary era. But it’s clearly not justCyclops that is inspiringHellion’s radical new perspective.
As the Krakoan, Julian sports a new uniform – an amalgamation of iconic looks from Cyclops, Magneto, and even Professor X. This new look perfectly demonstratesthe former X-Men ally’s new status quo, perfectly positioning him as a dark Cyclops for his former classmates of Academy X fame.Like Scott Summers and Magneto before him, the Krakoan refuses to move past the crimes visited upon his people, and he’s already demonstrated a willingness to restore the glory of their homeland by any means necessary.
The Krakoan is on a collision course with his old X-Men classmates, but the Cyclops ofAcademy Xhas long since proven he has the mettle to cross lines other mutants won’t.
Cyclops
Cyclops, a.k.a. Scott Summers, is the X-Men’s core team leader and one of the first characters to appear in the franchise. As a human/mutant hybrid, Cyclops has the power to launch massive bursts of energy from his eyes that are regulated through the use of a specially designed visor. Despite his calm and collected demeanor, he tends to lose it when in the presence of a fellow team member, Wolverine.
Despite Being Established As A Villain The Krakoan Could Be What His Generation Needs
Another Complicated Mutant “Savior”
The Krakoan is on a collision course withhis old X-Men classmates, but the Cyclops ofAcademy Xhas long since proven he has the mettle to cross lines other mutants won’t. Whether Julian Keller can even be reasoned with at this point is up in the air – especially now that he’s working with the likes of a monster like Empath. But if the Krakoan truly wants to be theCyclopsof a new generation,he’s got to be willing to make any sacrifice possible for the good of mutantkind, even if it comes in opposition to theX-Men.
NYX #1is on sale now from Marvel Comics.
X-Men
The X-Men franchise, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, centers on mutants with extraordinary abilities. Led by the powerful telepath Professor Charles Xavier, they battle discrimination and villainous mutants threatening humanity. The series explores themes of diversity and acceptance through a blend of action, drama, and complex characters, spanning comics, animated series, and blockbuster films.
