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10 Marvel Comics That Pit The X-Men Against Other Heroes
The shared universe in Marvel Comics regularly means complete and utter torment for the X-Men. Years of isolation in Professor X's mansion have led to the X-Men feeling distinctly different from their other heroes. They are hated and feared by the majority of the world's population, so they have few friends and fewer allies. While the X-Men could use the support of their fellow heroes, they rarely actually get it.
Buried X-Men Secrets Only Hardcore Fans Remember
The X-Men have been staples of the Marvel Comics line since they first appeared in 1963. Hundreds of mutants have come and gone with events and crossover arcs that spotlight all of Marvel's not-so-merry mutants. There have been movies, cartoons, and countless prose books that feature their struggle to protect a world that hates and fears them. While there are millions of people who have consumed X-Men content, there are some secrets that are hidden far back in the comic continuity.
Who Is Apocalypse & Why Do The X-Men Fear Him?
Apocalypse is basically the Thanos of the X-Men. He's their most powerful and feared enemy. Known as En Sabah Nur, his history stretches back to antiquity, when Apocalypse was a nomadic Egyptian warrior. Like many X-Men characters, Apocalypse's history can be rather convoluted, and it's full of retcons that make other stories even more confusing. However, his story can be broken down into major eras, highlighting how important Apocalypse is to Marvel history.
10 Times The X-Men Were Corrupted By Outside Forces
Iconic X-Men characters, from original members like Angel and Jean Grey, were corrupted by others including Apocalypse and the Phoenix Force. The X-Men have always been a group of outcasts. Shunned by mainstream society, Marvel's heroic mutants have continually struck from the shadows to protect what is good. However, evil things lurk in those same shadows and have sometimes corrupted various members of the X-Men.
10 Most Controversial Justice League Deaths
The circumstances of various deaths, returns, and retcons of Justice League heroes and allies have caused controversy among DC comic readers. Comic book fans love to argue, and there are few subjects as controversial as death in superhero comics. Power levels, character behavior, and unwritten rules of comics (like those that some believe regulate which characters can actually die) all serve as fodder for discussions like these.
10 DC Heroes Who Destroyed The World
The road to hell is paved with the best intentions. For some members of DC's hall of heroes, this saying has become all too literal. In their various attempts to save the world, plenty traditionally heroic characters have instead destroyed humanity's home. The multiverse concept allows for hundreds of alternate worlds, including fan-favorite Elseworlds. Some of these worlds feature a certain tweaking of an event that causes a hero to slowly become evil.
10 Strangest Alien Races In DC Comics
DC has long been known for its imaginative and diverse cast of characters, including some of the universe's most unusual and otherworldly creatures. From shapeshifters to sentient planets, the DC Universe is home to a vast array of extraterrestrial beings, each with their own unique attributes and abilities. While there’s the expected slew of aliens who are basically humans with weird foreheads or technicolor skin, some species are significantly strangers.
10 DC Comics Too Controversial For A DCU Adaptation
The DC Universe has had a difficult time beating the MCU in the movies, to say the least. With James Gunn now heading the division, they’re looking to reset the entire thing once again. With so many ideas being thrown around, it’s in Gunn and his team’s best interests to avoid these controversial comics in DC’s history. These comic books have proven themselves to be controversial for the worst reasons.
10 Batman Best Unresolved Plots In DC Comics
Batman’s had more stories than hundreds of other superheroes combined. Of course, with that much history, it’s inevitable for some of his stories to fall through the cracks. Oftentimes, these stories never get a satisfying resolution. Whether it’s a cosmic retcon stopping the arc in its tracks or simple forgetfulness on DC’s part, these plots just didn’t end.
10 DC Comic Book Retcons That Actually Fixed Characters
DC Comics has a very long history of resetting not just characters, but entire universes. Understandably, a lot of readers balk at the notion of comic book retcons. After all, it could totally ruin a character who had nothing wrong with them. However, there have been quite a few retcons that actually elevated the characters. From new origins to revised relationships, these DC retcons have given fans a fresh perspective on some of their favorite heroes and villains.
10 Wisest Justice Leaguers
Relying on their wisdom to get them through tough situations, Justice League members like Wonder Woman and Shazam bring valuable insight to the team. The Justice League is successful because they're such a multi-faceted team. They have a little bit of everything in their ranks, from powerhouses who can shake worlds to amazing super-scientists to the most skilled humans without superpowers.
10 Ways The Justice League's Greatest Fears Came True
Being a hero means facing fears. However, the Justice League is unique. In DC Comics, they're seen entire universes destroyed and heroes lost to evil. The Justice League is a formidable team and has withstood the greatest threats imaginable. The League is made up of the greatest heroes in the DC Multiverse, people who never blanch in the face of death. It would be easy to think of the team as fearless, but that's not true. The Justice League has many fears, and that's why they fight.
10 Times The Avengers Were Corrupted By Outside Forces
10 Times The Avengers Were Corrupted By Outside Forces,The Avengers might be Earth's Mightiest Heroes, but even they aren't immune to corrupting influences and dark forces vying to take them over. 10 Times The Avengers Were Corrupted By Outside Forces The Avengers have faced many threats that sought to tear the team apart from the inside.
10 Times The Justice League Was Corrupted By Outside Forces
The Justice League is a powerful force for good, composed of some of the most iconic superheroes in the DC Comics universe. However, throughout its storied history, the League has been targeted by outside forces seeking to corrupt and control them for their own nefarious purposes. From mind control to blackmail to outright manipulation, these external forces have managed to turn the League against itself on multiple occasions.
10 Times The Avengers Were Corrupted By Outside Forces
Home Comics 10 Times The Avengers Were Corrupted By Outside Forces The Avengers might be Earth's Mightiest Heroes, but even they aren't immune to corrupting influences and dark forces vying to take them over. The Avengers have faced many threats that sought to tear the team apart from the inside. It takes a great deal of mental fortitude to resist such powerful attacks, but sometimes the group succumbs and gets corrupted by outside forces that they have no control over.
Why Jodie Whittaker Regenerated Into [SPOILER]
This article contains spoilers for Doctor Who's Centenary Special, The Power Of The Doctor.The Doctor Who Centenary Special, The Power of the Doctor, ended with Jodie Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor unexpectedly regenerating into David Tennant. Jodie Whittaker's time as the Thirteenth Doctor has come to an end.
5 Sigourney Weaver Characters Ellen Ripley Would Respect (& 5 She Wouldn't)
Sigourney Weaver's role as the iconic Xenomorph-battling Ellen Ripley from the Alien franchise has made her not only one of the biggest stars in action and sci-fi but also a worldwide phenomenon. Released at a time when it was rare to see such a butt-kicking, strong woman on screen, Weaver helped change the cinema landscape and the roles that women could portray.
Chadian Minister Says Rebel Group FACT Backed By Outside Forces
CAIRO (UrduPoint News / Sputnik - 13th May, 2021) Chadian National Reconciliation and Dialogue Minister Acheikh Ibn Oumar has accused the armed opposition group Front for Change and Concord in Chad (FACT) of being sponsored by foreign powers. According to the minister, who himself used to be an opposition leader, the difference between FACT and Chad's other armed groups is that the former was formed outside the country. "It was formed abroad with significant and unidentified foreign support.
USD/CAD - Loonie Driven By Outside Forces
(MENAFN - Baystreet.ca) The Canadian dollar is at the mercy of external developments and, for the moment, they favour the currency. Three key global themes are taking turns driving broad U.S. dollar moves. They are Brexit and Eurozone dynamics, China/U.S. trade negotiations, and the U.S. Federal Reserve. The Brexit drama comes to a head on Saturday. U.K. Members of Parliament will vote on Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Brexit deal, and analysts say odds for success or failure are 50/50.
USD/CAD - Loonie Driven By Outside Forces
(MENAFN - Baystreet.ca) The Canadian dollar is at the mercy of external developments and, for the moment, they favour the currency. Three key global themes are taking turns driving broad U.S. dollar moves. They are Brexit and Eurozone dynamics, China/U.S. trade negotiations, and the U.S. Federal Reserve. The Brexit drama comes to a head on Saturday. U.K. Members of Parliament will vote on Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Brexit deal, and analysts say odds for success or failure are 50/50.
Book Review: 'The Stationery Shop' Is A Powerful Love Story Gone Wrong By Outside Forces
Home > Books > Book Review: ‘The Stationery Shop’ Is A Powerful Love Story Gone Wrong By Outside Forces RedCarpetCrash June 6, 20192019-06-06T04:14:29-05:002019-06-06T09:40:00-05:00 In 1953 Tehran Roya a 17 year old girl meets her first love Bahman at the Stationery Shop owned by Mr. Fakhri. They soon become inseparable and fall in love. They plan to get married now that they have graduated high school. But there are turbulent times going on in IRAN.
U.S. Jobless Claims Decline 8,000 To 207,000
(Kitco News) - U.S. initial weekly jobless claims fell by 8,000 to 207,000 in the week to Saturday, the lowest level since 1969, the government said Thursday. The tally was below expectations of economists. Consensus forecasts compiled by various news organizations had called for initial claims to be around 220,000 to 224,000. The Labor Department revised the prior week’s tally to 215,000 from the previously reported 214,000.
Gold Prices Fall To Session Lows Following Surging Momentum In Philly Fed Survey
(Kitco News) - Gold remains is at session lows following a report from the Philadelphia Federal Reserve highlighting growing momentum within the region’s manufacturing sector. The index for current general activity in the Philly Fed business outlook survey jumped to 25.7, up from 19.9 in June. The consensus expectations compiled by various news organizations were for a reading around 21.6. Readings above zero in diffusion indexes such as the Philadelphia Fed survey show economic expansion.
Bitcoin Daily Chart Alert - Bulls Gain Technical Strength - July 19
Editor's Note: Welcome to Kitco's new Bitcoin Daily Technical Alert. Every trading day veteran Kitco technical analyst Jim Wyckoff will provide you with a concise and easy-to-understand near-term technical brief on Bitcoin. Importantly, Jim will glean the short-term charts and technical studies, and then alert you to the signals he sees regarding upcoming potential bigger price moves or price trend reversals.
Gold, Silver Hit 12-Mo. Lows On Bearish Outside Markets, Charts
(Kitco News) - Gold and silver prices are down and have hit new 12-month lows in early U.S. trading Thursday. A resurgent U.S. dollar index this week, which hit a 12-month high overnight, and slumping crude oil prices are bearish outside market elements for the precious metals markets. The technical postures for gold and silver are also fully bearish, which is inviting the chart-based sellers. August gold futures were last down $12.30 an ounce at $1,215.70.
SP Angel: Fed Rate-Hike Expectations Still Pressuring Gold
Gold remains under pressure after comments about the economy this week from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell sustained expectations for another U.S. interest-rate increase in September, says commodities brokerage SP Angel. As of 8 a.m. EDT, Comex August gold was $12.30 lower to $1,215.60 an ounce and bottomed at $1,214.40, its weakest level in more than a year.
Ex-Trump Adviser Bannon Contemplates Starting His Own Crypto, Invests In Bitcoin
(Kitco News) - Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s advisor Steve Bannon is now the newest player in the cryptocurrency market, stating that he not only owns bitcoin but is also thinking about creating his own cryptocurrency. “I like bitcoin. I own bitcoin,” Bannon told CNBC during the Delivering Alpha conference in New York on Wednesday.
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