X-Men: 10 Best Ideas From The Krakoa Era That Should Be Marvel Canon

1. Mutant Power Circuits

One significant modification Hickman and his team brought to the X-Men storyline was introducing the concept of mutant abilities cooperating with each other. They created these ‘synergistic networks’ that allowed the powers of various X-Men characters to intertwine, enabling Krakoan mutants to accomplish extraordinary feats such as resurrection after death or traversing beyond the boundaries of our known universe.

In the evolving phase of X-Men, it’s crucial to emphasize the concept of mutants pooling their abilities together, not just socially or politically. This could breathe new life into previously underestimated or marginalized characters like Goldballs, making them significant or pertinent again.

2. Mutant Industry

During the Krakoa Era, the X-Men transitioned from a state of perpetual vulnerability (always on the run, hiding, struggling to survive) to a position of self-governed dominance. The miraculous drugs and botanical warfare/technology of Krakoa elevated it to a global powerhouse, complete with intricate societal, political, geographical ramifications.

Krakoa no longer exists, yet mutants on Earth retain a plan for establishing and managing their unique industrial sectors. The process of “From the Ashes” reconnecting the mutant realm with humanity promises an intriguing spectacle regarding commercial matters.

Overarching Mission: Fight for the Future

The stories about the X-Men, such as “Days of Future Past” and “Age of Apocalypse,” continue to captivate many fans for valid reasons – they establish grim new challenges for the X-Men’s quest for coexistence by showing how disastrous a future filled with intolerance, hostility, and conflict can be.

During the Krakoa Era, the concept of various X-Men timelines was significantly expanded, particularly through the “Lifetimes of Moira X” tales in Powers of X. This period positioned the X-Men’s and mutantkind’s main objective as a struggle for their future, not only against humanity but also against advanced technologies.

As a dedicated gamer immersed in “From the Ashes,” I can’t help but cling to the game’s central theme of fighting for the future. This resonates profoundly with me, given how crucial that struggle is in today’s world.

The Moira & Sinister Timelines

During her tenth life, Moira Mactaggert brought together Charles Xavier, Magneto, and herself, marking the beginning of the Krakoa Era. This collaboration resulted in the formation of a new mutant nation. The Powers of X series, though, draws on events from all ten of Moira’s lives, with certain moments (such as Man-Machine Supremacy) stirring excitement among fans.

One delightful aspect of comic book universes is the ability to draw upon rich historical details to craft fresh narratives. The Moira X timelines, along with those engineered by Mr. Sinister/Nathaniel Essex using Moira clones, are compelling storylines that merit revisiting or re-exploring at some stage. These narratives resonate strongly with the “Battle for tomorrow’s fate” theme, much like many other well-known alt-X timelines do as well.

Rotating Rosters

As a diehard fan, I’m thrilled about the fresh lineups for the X-Men, Uncanny X-Men, X-Force, and X-Factor with the “From the Ashes” relaunch, but let’s remember to keep our emotions in check. One of the unique aspects of the Krakoa Era has been an X-Men team that undergoes an annual roster change during the “Hellfire Gala.” Each new year brings a fresh blend of characters, leading to intriguing X-Men stories that unfold.

In the Marvel Universe centered around the X-Men, there’s a rich tapestry of characters to choose from. Just as Krakoa demonstrated by introducing various characters, keeping the storyline diverse helps maintain an engaging and dynamic narrative flow. Why not continue capitalizing on this abundance of unique personalities now?

Hellfire Gala

As a diehard fan, I can’t help but suggest that we continue the Hellfire Gala alongside our ever-changing X-Men team. This in-story extravaganza ignited a firestorm of pop culture excitement worldwide! Celebrities, musicians, athletes, and influential figures graced the pages of comics for this event, generating one of the biggest buzzes ever experienced by an X-Men comic series.

Father [A] (Apocalypse)

At the conclusion of Fall of X, the antagonist Apocalypse, a notorious X-Men adversary, found himself isolated when the newer generation of mutants on Krakoa opted to depart Earth, essentially abandoning him as the symbolic patriarch of mutantkind. In truth, Apocalypse was portrayed more intriguingly as a misguided would-be savior than as the ruthless “Survival of the fittest” villain that the X-Men occasionally confronted.

Krakoa & Arakko

Although many fans may not have been fond of the Krakoa Era in X-Men comics, the enchanted islands of Krakoa and its companion Arakko, along with their rich history, are likely to become enduring elements within the X-Men universe from now on.

As a gaming enthusiast diving into the latest X-Men adventures, it’s essential to acknowledge the existence of Krakoa as a mutant utopia and Arakko on Mars, while also keeping in mind the ominous Amenth. Characters from these various locales should naturally reappear in our new X-Men tales, adding depth and diversity to the ongoing storylines.