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With the Uncanny X-men poised to enter a new era comes a new enemy and a different franchise tone. The creative brains behind the relaunch—which promises a new chapter for the mutant super-team as they ascend "From the Ashes" of Krakoa's end—Gail Simone and David Marquez
Writer Gail Simone of Uncanny X-men hints in an interview with Den of Geek that the new villain will be a terrible and gripping psychological Horror monster. Simone also notes that the adversary will be "sexy," hence posing an opponent that will challenge the X-Men both emotionally and intellectually. Simone's idea for the show adopts a "Southern Gothic" tone, a fresh take on the X-Men mythos destined to enthrall viewers.
Gambit will be returning to his hometown of New Orleans for the forthcoming Uncanny X-men book, along with Rogue, Nightcrawler, Juddley, and Wolverine. After the events of the "Fall of X" storyline, Rogue is finding comfort; but, a group of adolescent mutants in need of aid and a horrible new enemy disturbs her search for serenity.
Simone says the new adversary could compete with any Horror movie baddie. Given the X-Men's inclination toward "sexy" characters, the mix of "sexy" and "terrifying" is an interesting one. It's evidence the show is veering boldly into uncharted ground inside the X-Men universe.
The franchise will surely get a horror component from the Uncanny X-men's shift to a Southern Gothic tone against the sinister background of New Orleans. Though it's not totally fresh to the X-Men, horror is an unexpected pick for their major book.
For the X-Men, this divergence from the usual franchise approach marks a new era. Fans have an exciting time since the show is stepping into uncharted ground and promises an intense and dramatic trip.
For decades the Marvel Universe has been anchored on the well-known comic book series The Uncanny X-Men. Under the direction of Professor Xavier, the series chronicles the exploits of a squad of mutant superheroes as they fight for acceptance and peace in a society that rejects and misinterpretes them.
The Uncanny X-Men marks the beginning of a new era for the show, fusing a fresh and intriguing twist with the recognizable components of the X-Men mythos. Maintaining the X-Men franchise as contemporary and thrilling as ever, the New Villain and Southern Gothic tone promises to attract both long-time fans and new readers.