There are quite a few different mutant powers in Marvel Comics, ranging from oddly useless to incredibly powerful. This massive range of abilities created a classification scale that rates mutants based on their power levels. Exhibiting nearly limitless potential, omega-level mutants rose to the top.

Jonathan Hickman's Dawn of X rebranding of the X-Men introduced a new list of Marvel’s confirmed omega-level mutants. Detailing which specific power of multi-ability mutants affected their status made the distinction between omega-level mutants and others clearer, revealing the X-Men’s most powerful mutants.

Updated on April 1, 2024 by Scoot Allan: The concept of omega-level mutants in the Marvel Universe was first introduced in 1986's Uncanny X-Men #208 by Chris Claremont, John Romita Jr., Dan Green and Glynis Oliver when the futuristic Sentinel Nimrod revealed that Rachel Summers was a "Class Omega" mutant. While some mutants like Rachel Summers have been reduced in their classification over the years, new mutants have appeared with incredible abilities that could one day challenge the others for the title of most powerful mutant.

15 Franklin Richards is A Cosmic Powerhouse Who Can Create Universes

First Appearance: Fantastic Four Annual #6 (1968) By Stan Lee, Jack Kirby & Joe Sinnott

The son of Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic and Susan Storm-Richards/Invisible Woman, Franklin Richards' powerful reality-altering abilities manifested while he was still only an infant. As Franklin Richards matured, his powers reached the point where he could rebuild the multiverse using his reality-shaping abilities.

• Franklin Richards can time travel
• Franklin can alter molecules and arrange them into anything he imagines
• Franklin helped Reed Richards restore the Marvel multiverse after Secret Wars

While Franklin Richards was originally classified as an omega-level mutant, it’s recently been revealed that he subconsciously used his powers to appear as a mutant and was a cosmic-powered human mutate. Franklin’s sometimes depleting powers removed his omega-level ranking, but he still lives up to his codename of Powerhouse.

14 Nate Grey Is A Multiversal Mutant Shaman With Omega-Level Genes

First Appearance: X-Man #1 (1995) By Jeph Loeb, Steve Skroce, Mike Sellers, Cam Smith, Bud Larosa, Will Conrad & Mike Thomas

When Legion traveled back in time and accidentally killed his father, Professor Charles Xavier, he inadvertently created the Age of Apocalypse timeline. Without Xavier’s influence, Apocalypse rose to power and turned North America into a dystopian nightmare, creating alternative histories for former members of the X-Men.

• Earth-295 Nate Grey was prophesied to destroy Apocalypse
• Nate possesses the fully unlocked telepathic and telekinetic powers as Cable
• Nate rewrote all reality into a paradise in the Age of X-Man miniseries

AoA's Mister Sinister harvested the DNA of Cyclops and Jean Grey to create a powerful mutant named Nate Grey/X-Man. Nate Grey survived the destruction of reality to find his new place as a multiversal mutant shaman. His powerful abilities allowed Nate to manipulate reality, and he confirmed his omega-level potential after rebuilding his body from pure psionic energy.

13 Hope Summers Is A Mutant Amplifier And Mimic Who Grew Up in The Future

First Appearance: X-Men Vol. 2 #205 (2007) By Mike Carey, Chris Bachalo, Tim Townsend & Brian Reber

A single mutant baby was born after the decimation of the mutant race in House of M, which led many to believe she would become the mutant messiah. Cable raised the baby in the future to protect her, naming her Hope. Years later, she returned with Cable as a teenager, joining the X-Men’s fight in the Second Coming event.

• Hope Summers can mimic other mutants' powers like Rogue.
• Hope can enhance mutants' powers as demonstrated on Krakoa during House of X
• Hope used the Phoenix Force to partially restore mutantkind after Second Coming

Hope’s powers finally manifested themselves in battle when she began to mimic the X-Men’s abilities, using them at even higher capacities than normal. Hope’s ability to augment and amplify the mutant abilities of others made her an integral member of the Krakoan Five — the mutant team responsible for the resurrection of lost mutants.

12 Josh Foley Is A Mutant Healer Named Elixir Who Also Carries A Death Touch

First Appearance: New Mutants Vol. 2 #5 (2003) By Nunzio DeFilippis, Christina Weir, Mark Robinson, Aaron Sowd, Wayne Faucher, Scott Elmer, Avalon Studios & Ian Hannin

Josh Foley/Elixir was part of a large wave of mutants taught by the X-Men at the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters. His ability to heal others with a touch continued to evolve the more he used it. Josh eventually discovered a dark side to his powers, allowing him to kill as easily as he healed.

• Elixir can revive people from death, even himself
• Elixir can manipulate people's life force to heal or kill
• Elixir uses his power to help resurrect fallen mutants of Krakoa

Josh continued to advance his capabilities as he employed his powers more creatively — such as bringing himself and others back from the dead. Josh’s abilities became crucial to Krakoa’s resurrection protocols, earning him a spot alongside Hope Summers on the Krakoan Five.

11 Quentin Quire Named Himself Kid Omega So Everyone Knew His Power Level

First Appearance: New X-Men #134 (2002) By Grant Morrison, Keron Grant, Norm Rapmund & Chris Chuckry

An impressively powerful telekinetic, Quentin Quire adopted the name Kid Omega to refer to his status as an omega-level mutant. He is also an incredibly powerful telepath whose skills are unmatched by almost any other mutant save Jean Grey.

• Versions of Quentin have served as hosts for the Phoenix Force
• Kid Omega creates psionic weapons that he uses to fight alongside the new X-Force
• Despite his childishness, Quinten is one of the smartest people in Marvel Comics

Quentin has demonstrated the ability to psionically rebuild his body and has been able to connect to every living mind on the planet psionically. He can also focus his psionic power on highly effective weapons like his psychic shotgun. Further showcasing his potential, Quentin has met his future self, who had bonded with the Phoenix Force.

10 Proteus Is A Powerful Reality-Manipulator Whose Energies Burn Out His Body

First Appearance: X-Men #119 (1978) By Chris Claremont, John Byrne, Terry Austin & Glynis Oliver

Kevin MacTaggert is an incredibly powerful psionic being named Proteus who can manipulate reality. His ability is localized to the area around him and fades if he doesn’t consciously maintain his alterations. Other weaknesses, such as his aversion to metal, limit his omega-level ability.

• Proteus can warp reality which he uses to help resurrect mutants on Krakoa
• Proteus used his reality-warping powers to help terraform Mars in Planet-Size X-Men #1
• Proteus is nearly immortal as long as he maintains his energy form

Despite those setbacks, Proteus’ powers are still strong enough to burn out his physical body after prolonged use. This side effect previously forced Proteus to possess and use host bodies. As a member of the life-bringing Krakoan Five, Proteus now has access to new husk bodies whenever he needs them.

9 Iceman Has Yet To Utilize The Full Potential of His Omega-Level Abilities

First Appearance: X-Men #1 (1963) By Stan Lee, Jack Kirby & Paul Reinman

Some fans might be surprised to learn Bobby Drake/Iceman is actually one of the X-Men's most powerful mutants. Thanks to his thermal manipulation abilities, Bobby Drake can encase his body in ice, freeze the moisture in the air, and much more.

• Iceman was nearly immortal in Age of Apocalypse as long as he could reform his body of ice
• Iceman has the greatest control over temperature, making him an omega-level mutant in thermokinesis
• In All-New X-Men, Iceman could create "clones" of himself and hulking creatures using ice

Drake’s omega-level powers can potentially make him one of the deadliest mutants in the world. As demonstrated by Iceman’s evil Age of Apocalypse version, his ability to recreate new ice bodies makes him nearly immortal. If Iceman lacked moral convictions, he could instantly end battles by freezing the temperature of his target’s brain.

8 Jean Grey's Omega-Level Telepathy Made Her A Prime Host For The Phoenix

First Appearance: X-Men #1 (1963) By Stan Lee, Jack Kirby & Paul Reinman

Given her connection to the cosmic Phoenix Force, Jean Grey is considered one of the most powerful mutants. Even without the Phoenix, Jean's training from Professor Charles Xavier, coupled with her omega-level telepathic abilities, make her the most powerful psychic on the planet.

• Jean Grey overcame the Phoenix's control in Phoenix Resurrection
• Jean can connect every Krakoan mutant's mind using her omega-level telepathy
• Jean Grey can resurrect herself as proven in Phoenix Endsong

Jean Grey’s creative use of telepathic feats to affect events across the globe places her on a higher operating level than her — though she may see future competition from Quentin Quire. Although Jean’s telepathy is her only ability to receive an omega-level ranking, her power as a telekinetic is equally impressive.

7 Storm Is Uniquely Connected To The Universe's Weather Systems

First Appearance: Giant-Size X-Men #1 (1975) By Len Wein, Dave Cockrum, Peter Iro & Glynis Wein

Ororo Munroe first appeared as an African weather goddess worshiped by the tribes to which she brought rain. Calling herself Storm, Ororo learned to call down lightning and tap into the weather patterns of the rest of the world.

• Storm defeated Arakko's Horseman of Death during the X of Swords event
• Storm can summon hurricanes and tornadoes at will
• Wakanda recognizes Storm as an actual goddess

Storm’s mutant ability to manipulate the weather involves precise control of several powerful forms of energy. Her mastery over said energy forms makes her one of the most powerful omega-level mutants. Storm is a literal force of nature who could one day reach Phoenix Force power levels. on her own.

6 Exodus' Omega-Level Telekinetics Are Both Precise And Powerful

First Appearance: X-Factor #92 (1993) By Scott Lobdell, Joe Quesada, J.M. DeMatteis, Al Milgrom, Cliff Van Meter & Glynis Oliver

Born in the 12th century, Bennet du Paris is one of the oldest mutants on the planet. His debut as Exodus showcased his powerful array of psionic abilities, allowing him to take on both the Avengers and the X-Men simultaneously.

• Exodus possesses telepathy and telekinesis nearly as powerful as Jean Grey
• Exodus is immune to disease and does not appear to age normally
• Exodus uses his telepathy to gain more intellect and wisdom which he uses to tell stories to Krakoa's youngest mutants

Exodus' official omega-level power is his telekinetic ability, which is extremely powerful yet intricately precise. Exodus can use his telekinesis to lift incredible amounts of weight or easily punch buildings down. He could also exercise fine-tuned control, taking apart and perfectly reassembling a complex machine.

5 Magneto Is Connected to The Planet as The Mutant Master of Magnetism

First Appearance: X-Men #1 (1963) By Stan Lee, Jack Kirby & Paul Reinman

An original enemy of the X-Men, Magneto eventually joined his old friend Professor Xavier’s mutant team and became one of its leaders. Magneto's actions and impressive displays of omega-level power earned him great respect among his fellow mutants.

• Magneto helped terraform Mars with his omega powers of magnetism
• Magneto challenged Apocalypse alone in Age of Apocalypse and survived
• Magneto pulled satellites from space to repel an alien invasion in Jonathan Hickman's X-Men

The Master of Magnetism can control and manipulate the electromagnetic field that protects the Earth from the harsh energies of space. Darker versions of Magneto have succeeded in flipping Earth's magnetic poles, and he more recently kept his own body alive after his heart was destroyed, proving Magneto is fully in tune with one of the universe's fundamental forces.

4 Legion's Omega-Level Mutant Ability Is To Create New Mutant Abilities

First Appearance: ​​​​​​​New Mutants #26 (1984) By Chris Claremont, Bill Sienkiewicz & Glynis Wein

David Haller is the lethal mutant and son of Professor Charles Xavier, also known as Legion. His omega-level ability was further clarified during the Dawn of X as power manifestation, a skill he uniquely exhibits. Legion’s ongoing manifestation of omega-level abilities led to the creation of separate personalities.

• Legion traveled through time and inadvertently caused the Age of Apocalypse
• Legion easily defeated Storm, Iceman, Bishop, and the rest of the X-Men single-handedly
• Legion can create new personas with new powers, granting him an infinite number of mutations

While David developed one of the most powerful minds in existence, the resulting chaos in his mind led to severe multiple personality disorder. Over time, Legion has gained greater control over his numerous personalities, but his control still isn’t perfect.

3 Vulcan Is The Long-Lost Summers Brother With Incredible Omega-Level Abilities

First Appearance: ​​​​​​​X-Men: Deadly Genesis #1 (2005) By Ed Brubaker, Trevor Hairsine, Kris Justice & Val Staples

The Summers family has gained a reputation for its incredibly powerful members. Gabriel Summers/Vulcan is no exception. The youngest brother of Cyclops and Havok, Vulcan possesses the ability to manipulate extreme amounts energy. He doesn’t share the same nullifying effect his other brother’s powers have on each other.

• Mutants classified Vulcan as "beyond an omega" in X-Men: Deadly Genesis
• Vulcan can absorb any type of energy, including those produced by his brothers, Cyclops and Havok
• Gabriel Summers can also absorb other mutants' abilities, leaving them powerless

Instead, Vulcan can control their energy-based abilities and those of any other human— mutant or otherwise. Vulcan's ability to empower himself by absorbing and rechanneling energy, along with his Shi’ar heritage, makes him one of the most feared beings in the galaxy.

2 Mister M Is As Mysterious As He Is Powerful

First Appearance: ​​​​​​​District X #2 (2004) By David Hine, David Yardin, Alejandro Sicat & Andy Troy

Absolon Mercator is a mysterious but powerful mutant whose numerous skills stem from his omega-level ability to manipulate matter and energy at a molecular level. Known as Mister M, he has played key roles in series like District X and X-Men: The 198.

• Mister M's matter manipulation abilities could also be used for Krakoan resurrection
• Mister M can actually create other lifeforms by manipulating atoms
• Mister M created devastating nuclear explosions during the District X series

Mister M’s abilities allow him to do almost anything he wants, from fixing electronics to healing someone from a gunshot wound and even turning off the mutant abilities of others. Although Mister M disappeared years ago, he returned during the Krakoan era in Otherworld as the ruler of a realm and the protector of the Siege Perilous.

1 Jamie Braddock Is A Powerful Reality-Twister Known As Monarch

First Appearance: Captain Britain #9 (1976) By Chris Claremont, Herb Trimpe, Fred Kida & G. Roussos

Jamie Braddock is the oldest brother and black sheep of the Braddock family. His mutant ability allows him to manipulate the quantum strings of reality. Jamie’s powers have continued to grow over the years, alongside his schizophrenic belief that he exists in a dream, which is why he can manipulate the world around him.

• Jamie became King of Otherworld in the Dawn of X Excalibur series
• Jamie created new members of the Captain Britain Corps using versions of Rogue, Gambit, and Jubilee who he birthed into reality
• Jamie can create anything he imagines, including entire universes

Influenced by his deteriorating mental state, Braddock’s powers are terrifyingly unrestrained. A dark future version of Jamie Braddock, The Goat, appeared in Uncanny X-Force (2012) #23 by Rick Remender, Greg Tocchini, and Dean White and attempted to expand his power by consuming realities across the multiverse. His reality-consuming and manipulation abilities prove how strong Braddock’s omega-level powers are.