The X-Men are back and things are about to get intense! In a brand-new era, Cyclops and his brother Havok find themselves on a collision course, setting the stage for an epic showdown.
A New Era for the X-Men
The X-Men franchise is entering a new phase, and mutantkind is scattered and on the defensive. Krakoa, the mutant nation, has left the material plane of existence. Mutants are now facing a surge of hatred and discrimination.
Even well-known heroes such as Wolverine and Kate Pryde, who are known for their loyalty are feeling disillusioned, no longer willing to keep playing their heroic role.
Cyclops vs. Havok
This is shaping up to be one of the most explosive showdowns of this franchise and it starts with the choice of a spinoff X-Factor team formed by Havok. Cyclops shows disapproval in X-Men #3 (by Ryan Stegman and Jed MacKay), going head-to-head with Agent Lundqvist (from ONE). During this confrontation, he unleashes a scathing remark:
"My brother has never been able to operate on my level."
This statement comes just a couple of years after Cyclops fought tooth and nail alongside other iconic figures for Havok's freedom, creating a contrast that will leave readers hanging for more.
Different Approaches to Saving Mutantkind
The "From the Ashes" era has really divided things and put these two beloved heroes against one another as their approach to solving the problems around mutantkind diverge greatly.
- Cyclops formed a team consisting of high-powered X-Men including villains, Magneto and Juggernaut to prioritize protecting and rescuing any and all threatened mutants.
- Havok, in a very controversial turn, chose to collaborate directly with the government to form an X-Factor team. This has left Cyclops and other viewers with doubts as this move threatens to compromise the X-Men team’s legitimacy and impact, leading to this bitter rivalry.
Havok's Struggles
It may come as a surprise to fans as many don't realize this about the famous superhero, but Havok has never matched Cyclops's skill and stability.
It wasn't just luck! There's so much to consider for their stories, that you get to see this epic pair of brothers but really highlights why one has made this transition that doesn't please his big brother!
- The Summers brothers faced childhood trauma and different experiences, ultimately leading them on separate paths.
- Cyclops became a celebrated leader, due to training under the iconic Charles Xavier! Havok's experience ended up highlighting his struggles, conflicts, and battles as an immense hero who struggled with inner darkness. That ultimately was why his alliance with the government did not end well!
- Havok also shows up as the most prominent X-Factor, and what's clear, even if he desires positive outcomes, things could be disastrous! The evidence has been clear from recent issues and the situation spirals out of control as Polaris falls victim!
This bitter fight between the Summers brothers will bring a new element to the X-Men series as a possible Civil war emerges with Cyclops going after what he believes are enemies in this battle!
A Look at the Summers Family
If you really are fascinated about what's about to unfold! You can explore the depths of this series because what Cyclops and Havok have never faced might come next! They may never have realized they had another brother known as Vulcan. This powerful figure added complexity to this family as he added immense and nearly impossible-to-manage levels of powerful energy and skills. It almost ended in galactic disaster! A struggle even when he rejoined this troubled family, the brother remained somewhat elusive with unpredictable moments.
There is some good news in the mix as these heroes who have immense strength battle it out in their struggles as Havok and Cyclops show up again! And if you have yet to see the drama you've yet to be captivated by these compelling characters! Get your copy of X-Men #3 and X-Factor #2!
