Warning: Spoilers Ahead for Uncanny X-Men #13!
The latest developments in Uncanny X-Men #13 introduce a gripping scenario for the X-Men as Gambit discovers he possesses extraordinary magical abilities. However, this newfound power carries a grave curse that threatens to transform him into a formidable adversary against his own team, including Rogue, Wolverine, and Nightcrawler. If Gambit succumbs to the influence of the Left Eye of Power, he could become an overwhelming threat to the X-Men.
The Dragon warns Gambit that his insatiable hunger could lead him to consume his loved ones, suggesting that his growing power may incite him to turn against his friends, including Rogue. This horrifying possibility raises the stakes for the team, as they might be forced into a confrontation with a zombie-like Gambit, driven by an uncontrollable hunger.
Gambit’s Sorcerer Supreme Powers Come With a Horrible, Zombie-Like Affliction
The thought of Gambit posing a danger to his own allies is unsettling, yet it’s not his first brush with perilous power upgrades. Previously, Gambit allied with Apocalypse, taking on the role of Horseman of Death. In that capacity, he gained the ability to charge objects and individuals with decaying energy, leading to their disintegration. Both the Eye of Agamotto and his transformation into Apocalypse’s Horseman bestow immense power onto Gambit, but come with significant drawbacks.
However, the cannibalistic curse associated with the Left Eye of Power presents a more imminent and threatening consequence. Although the exact manifestation of this curse remains unclear, two possibilities loom large: a death-like transformation that strips away his humanity, or a more straightforward descent into a primal hunger for human flesh. Regardless of the specifics, it is evident that Gambit would become a serious menace should he retain the Left Eye of Power and succumb to its curse.
Will Gambit’s New Magical Powers Turn the Hero Against the X-Men Once Again?
Gambit’s Incredible Power Upgrade Was Too Good To Be True
Gambit may not be hailed as the strongest mutant or the most dominant member of the X-Men, yet he wields a substantial amount of power that he often has to temper due to the potential destructiveness of his abilities. Despite the allure of keeping the Eye of Power, it is highly unlikely that Gambit would prioritize this power over his deep love for Rogue and the bonds he shares with the X-Men.
Uncanny X-Men #13 is now available from Marvel Comics, promising readers a thrilling exploration of Gambit’s fate and the challenges he and the X-Men must confront in the face of this extraordinary threat!