Summary
- X-Men ’97 on Disney+ is a reboot of the beloved ’90s series, with new characters and a continuation of the X-Men narrative. Expectations are high with Marvel Studios in charge.
- Funko accidentally revealed the upcoming villain, the Goblin Queen, through merchandise. The character has a complex history and poses a potent threat to the X-Men.
- The figure unveiling suggests that X-Men ’97 will delve into the intricate and dark narrative of the Goblin Queen, exploring her mutant abilities and delving into her character’s complexities.
The imminent X-Men ’97, a reboot embracing the mutant universe on Disney+, slyly disclosed its secret villain – The Goblin Queen – through newly minted merchandise from Funko. It’s a revelation, of sorts, that comic enthusiasts might have anticipated, yet the casual viewers of the animated series might find themselves in the murky waters of surprise.
The reboot is a heartfelt nod and continuation of the much-adored ‘90s series, X-Men: The Animated Series, representing the mutants’ initial endeavor within the expansive domain of Marvel Studios. While vintage adversaries like Magneto are secured a place in this refreshed animated exploration, the stage is also set alight with numerous new characters, expanding the rich and complex X-Men narrative. And with Marvel Studios wielding the reins for the mutants’ adventures this time, expectations are towering.
Funko, a brand synonymous with cultivating a bridge between fans and their favored cinematic universes through their Pop! figures, inadvertently offered a glimpse into a forthcoming adversary from X-Men ’97 – the formidable Goblin Queen. The figure, characterized by vibrant, cascading red hair, a dark suit, and an expansive, red-and-black cape, showcases the Goblin Queen, also known as Madelyne Pryor, with an infant cradled in her left arm.
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The Intricate and Dark Realm of the Goblin Queen Previewed Ahead of X-Men ’97
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Madelyne Pryor is no stranger to the alleys and avenues of the X-Men comic world. The character, after being introduced in Uncanny X-Men #168 back in April 1983, has crafted a network of complexity throughout the universe. Pryor, becoming the Goblin Queen in a dark deal with demons S’ym and N’astirh and spiraling into an abyss of madness in her pursuit of the Marauders, has always posed a surreal and potent threat to the X-Men. If the child she safeguards in the figure reflects the narratives of the comics, it is indeed Scott Summers’ (Cyclops) mutant son, linking back to the poignant and tumultuous relationship between Scott and Madelyne, one that is intertwined with elements of romance, separation, and an eventual descent into distinct paths following the birth of their child, Nathan Christopher Charles Summers, later known as the powerhouse – Cable.
The Goblin Queen’s mutant abilities, stemmed from her being a clone of Jean Grey, include staggering reality manipulation and telepathy, enabling her to craft physical objects from the non-existent and permeate the thoughts of others, respectively. The figure unveiling seems to imply that the animated series will, in parts, delve into this intricate and dark narrative, potentially exploring the layers and convolutions of her character in the rich tapestry that X-Men ’97 is anticipated to weave.
Prior to this revealing Goblin Queen Funko, X-Men ’97 has been teased and celebrated through various merchandise, each highlighting an elaborate and diverse cast, promising a narrative both nostalgic and refreshing. While the initial introduction of X-Men ’97 was made public at San Diego Comic-Con 2022, its journey to our screens has witnessed numerous halts and delays, with the release now eyed for early 2024 on Disney+.
Despite these setbacks, the anticipation and zeal surrounding the series, not only from its patiently waiting audience but from its cast and crew, have not waned. Lenore Zane, the voice behind Rogue, has proclaimed the upcoming series a “wild ride” and earnestly admitted to Rogue being the “favorite character [she’s] played to date.” The animated series, situated at the inception of the X-Men’s foray into the MCU – ahead of Deadpool 3 and a live-action reboot – is envisaged to not merely build upon, but elevate the MCU into unexplored territories.
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