5 Key Points to Keep in Mind Before Diving into X-Men ’97 Season 2
X-Men ’97 Season 2 is just around the corner, and it promises to deliver another thrilling blend of high stakes, emotion, and non-stop action. Last we saw, the X-Men were in quite the predicament, stranded across various timelines after a chaotic Season 1 finale. Enter Apocalypse, a formidable mutant whose powers seem almost god-like. If you’re feeling a bit lost about what’s happened so far, don’t worry! We’ve got a quick rundown of the essential details you need to know before jumping into the new season. Just be cautious—there are some major spoilers from Season 1 ahead!
1. The X-Men are Stuck in Different Timelines
It’s all Magneto’s fault! By the end of Season 1, after defeating the Prime Sentinels, Magneto retreats to his space fortress, Asteroid M. However, things go south when Bastion decides to crash it into Earth, potentially causing a catastrophic explosion. Xavier helps Magneto launch it into space, but it still ends in an explosion that scatters the X-Men across time. Fast forward six months, and while Bishop and Forge remain in 1997, the rest of the team is either in ancient Egypt or a dystopian future. Season 2 will pick up right where we left off!
2. Cyclops and Jean’s Son, Nathan, is in the Future
In a twist of fate, Cyclops and Jean Grey send their baby, Nathan, to the future to escape a techno-organic virus injected by Sinister. In the Season 1 finale, they meet Mother Askani in this desolate future—essentially the same timeline where Nathan is now a teenager. This is vital because Nathan eventually grows up to be Cable, a pivotal character in the X-Men saga. So while it’s a bit confusing that they meet a younger Nathan rather than the adult Cable, it opens up some intriguing plot possibilities.
3. The Tragic Fate of Gambit
Still reeling from Gambit’s sacrifice in the Battle of Genosha? He heroically throws Rogue out of harm’s way but ultimately meets his end in a massive explosion caused by Master Mold. Fans have been speculating if Gambit might return, possibly resurrected as one of Apocalypse’s Four Horsemen, especially given the hint in the post-credits scene where Apocalypse picks up one of Gambit’s cards. The upcoming episode titled ‘The Dead Man’s Hand’ has only fueled this theory!
4. Wolverine’s Dire Situation
It seems Wolverine is in bad shape as Season 2 kicks off. After a fierce confrontation with Magneto, he ended up on the brink of death, with Magneto using his powers to rip the adamantium from Wolverine’s skeleton. This leaves him in a vulnerable state, relying solely on his bone claws. The upcoming episode titled ‘Weapon X, Lies, and DVDS’ is likely to delve deeper into his precarious situation, so it’s definitely something to keep an eye on.
5. Apocalypse’s Inevitable Reign
Finally, it’s crucial to remember that Apocalypse is a major player in Season 2. The finale of Season 1 introduces us to two versions of him—one in ancient Egypt and the other in his present-day form during the post-credits scene. His mission? To obliterate the X-Men across all timelines. His apparent immortality means that his threat is ever-present, making the stakes even higher as the new season unfolds.
Mark your calendars! X-Men ’97 Season 2 is set to drop on July 1 with three exciting episodes. With these five key points in mind, you’ll be well-prepared to jump back into the world of mutants and mayhem!