X-Men – Page 14 – COMICS BLEND

X-MEN Real World Inspiration

A real world phenomenon is part of the inspiration for G. Willow Wilson’s upcoming X-Men arc guest starring Gambit.

Storm, Psylocke, Monet and Rachel Grey investigate a mysterious event in The Burning World starting in X-Men #23.

This will be a four-part arc by Ms. Marvel writer Wilson and artist Roland Boschi.

Will the powerful mutants be outmatched against what might be a natural phenomenon and how will a mutant like Storm react to this mysterious enemy. Wilson explains the unique challenge she’ll throw at the X-Men and how real world events inspire her story. Continue reading X-MEN Real World Inspiration

All-Out War AXIS #7

Avengers and X-Men: AXIS #7 courtesy Marvel

AXIS, the final act begins with all-out war in the heart of New York City as Avengers, X-Men, ruthless villains and surprising new heroes battle for control of Manhattan.

Marvel shared this preview of Avengers and X-Men: AXIS #7 by Rick Remender and Adam Kubert.

In scenes right out of Age of Apocalypse, an army of X-Men at his the immortal villain’s side.

Fan-favorite Avengers are inverted – their moral compass spinning the wrong way.

Some of the world’s most infamous villains are now the Marvel Universe’s only hope. Continue reading All-Out War AXIS #7

CHRIS CLAREMONT On Future X-MEN Movies

Chris Claremont’s vision of the X-Men is the core of Fox’s film franchise. The legendary writer guided the Children of the Atom for nearly two decades in comics. The Dark Phoenix Saga, God Loves Man Kills, Days of Future Past, The Wolverine are iconic stories that inspired the film franchise. Claremont is now working on a treatment for Gambit for Fox.

After X-Men: Apocalypse how does Claremont think the film franchise could evolve?

“With New Mutants, you can appeal to kids and explore the tensions and pressures of young mutants trying to get a handle on their powers and their lives,” Claremont told The Hollywood Report Heat Vision. Continue reading CHRIS CLAREMONT On Future X-MEN Movies

From Junior to AMAZING X-MAN

A junior X-Man jumps up the front burner in Amazing X-Men #13 this week.

“Anole’s deepest fears are unleashed on the streets of New York City” in this tale by James Tynion IV (Batman Eternal).

Nightcrawler and Northstar attempt to save Victor. This marks a reunion between Anole and his mentor Northstar – two of the openly gay Marvel characters.

Anole was part of Northstar’s Alpha Squadron. Jean-Luc and Victor made a connection because of the orientation. Victor and Kurt share a connection because of their appearances due to their mutation. Continue reading From Junior to AMAZING X-MAN

GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY OF Gifts

Guardians of the Galaxy IMAX courtesy Marvel

Marvel heroes dominated the movie box-office. 2014 is the year Marvel really went into orbit with a ragtag bunch of “losers” who injected new excitement into their cinematic universe.

Here are great gifts for Marvel fans inspired by this year’s hit.

Guardians of the Galaxy was Marvel’s biggest gamble yet with little known heroes who aren’t really superheroes. Chris Pratt was Peter Quill/Star-Lord who assembled Gamora, Drax, Rocket and Groot into unlikely heroes against the Ronan the Accuser. Writer/director James Gunn gave fans a Star Wars for the Marvel Universe. The film also introduced the Nova Corps, Nebula and Josh Brolin as Thanos. The film is a critical stop on the road to Avengers: The Infinity War I, II. Continue reading GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY OF Gifts

JENNIFER LAWRENCE On MYSTIQUE In X-MEN APOCALYPSE

Jennifer Lawrence in X-Men: First Class courtesy Fox and Marvel.com

Jennifer Lawrence is promoting her third appearance at Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part One but X-Fans are already curious about her third turn as Mystique.

After X-Men: Days of Future Past, Raven was no longer allied with Professor X or Magneto. Where does Lawrence think Raven is when X-Men: Apocalypse begins. Continue reading JENNIFER LAWRENCE On MYSTIQUE In X-MEN APOCALYPSE

Inside SPIDER-MAN AND THE X-MEN #1

Spider-Man and the X-Men #1 courtesy Marvel

Marvel shared a first look inside Spider-Man and the X-Men #1.

Spider-Man is keeping a promise to Wolverine by joining the Jean Grey School as the new guidance counselor and undercover operative in a brand new series.

Before he died, Wolverine asked Parker to uncover a conspiracy within the school. It’s up to Spidey to find out which student is not what they seem.

With students like Shark Girl, Eye Boy and Quentin Quire – former odd teenager Peter Parker should find a way to connect with the kids. What will Storm and the adult X-Men think of Spidey joining the school?

Newcomers Elliott Kalan and Marco Failla are the creative team behind the new X-book. Spidey and his students face a classic X-villain in their first adventure: Sauron! Continue reading Inside SPIDER-MAN AND THE X-MEN #1

Top Comics for November 12, 2014

All-New Captain America #1

A bold new chapter for the Star-Spangled Avenger as Sam Wilson takes flight as the new Captain America. The new Nomad joins Wilson and he’ll need all the help he can get against a united rogues gallery and Hydra. Rick Remender is joined by All-New X-Men artist Stuart Immonen.

Captain America & the Mighty Avengers #1

It’s a double dose for my first pick to celebrate Wilson’s promotion to Captain America! Spinning out of AXIS, Wilson gives his team a new mission but can they hold it together in the Inverted new world? Will Luke Cage and Jessica seek revenge against the wrong Spider-Man? Al Ewing and Luke Ross relaunch the heroes of the people in the crazy new AXIS reality. Continue reading Top Comics for November 12, 2014

COMICS BLEND

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