X-Men
The X-Men are a fictional team of mutant superheroes and the stars of several comic books series published by
Marvel Comics. They exist in a world that fears and reviles them for their differences, yet they defend it all the same. The X-Men are a flagship property in Marvel's list of characters, boasting popular characters like
Wolverine and
Jean Grey in their team roster. In addition to the comic books, the X-Men have been featured in numerous cartoon series and films; the films became a popular franchise, culminating in 2006's
X-Men: The Last Stand, directed by
Brett Ratner.
Fast Facts
- Creators: Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
- First Appearance: September, 1963
- Founding Members: Cyclops, Iceman, Beast, Marvel Girl, and Angel
- Notable X-Men: Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm
The Mutant Gene
Unlike many other superheroes who derive their powers from technological, mystical, alien, or other external sources, the X-Men are all mutants who were born with their superpowers. In the Marvel Universe, mutants do not manifest their abilities until around puberty. For this reason Professor Xavier, the leader of the X-Men, founded Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, a place young mutants could be taught how to control their abilities and guided on how to use them to benefit mankind as a whole.
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