The most famous couple in X-Men comics may be Jean Grey and Scott Summers (Cyclops). Since the very first issue of the X-Men, this romantic relationship has continued to build over the course of more than half a century.
More recently, another woman has entered the picture. That woman is none other than the White Queen, Emma Fost. A former member of the villainous Hellfire Club, Frost has since gone on to not only join, but also become a leader of the X-Men. Scott has felt romantic feelings for both of these mutant women. Here are 5 reasons that Jean Grey is perfect for Cyclops, and 5 Emma Frost is his ideal.
10 Jean Grey: Emma Frost Can't Be Trusted
As a former member of the Hellfire Club, Emma Frost truly cannot be trusted. The Hellfire Club is one of the X-Men's main enemies. Because of this, the two mutant groups have had many a hardened battle over the last several years. Emma Frost played a key role in helping the Hellfire Club during much of that time. She was even a high ranking member of the secret society's inner circle.
Given the mysterious nature of this mutant secret society, there is much about the Hellfire Club that remains to be seen. They could easily send members to infiltrate the X-Men as undercover agents. It wouldn't be too much of a stretch to say that Emma Frost could still be working for them.
9 Emma Frost: The Phoenix Force
As perhaps the most powerful cosmic force in the entire universe, the Phoenix Force many more problems than it does solutions. Jean Grey's close connection with the entity, for example, has caused untold damage to the X-Men both physically and emotionally.
If Cyclops were to stay with Jean Grey, it is only a matter of time before the Phoenix Force takes hold of her again. It seems to have an obsession with her and always returns. Emma Frost has, in fact, possessed the Phoenix Force as well, but the odds of it returning to her are much slimmer.
8 Jean Grey: Emma Is a Creep
Emma Frost simply has a bad vibe about her. The creepy demeanor that always followed her during the Hellfire Club days remained with her even after she reformed and joined the X-Men. It always seems like she's up to something. That's probably because most of the time she actually is.
Jean Grey is a much more approachable, sympathetic girl that you'd love to be around. While Emma dresses in a way that certainly adds a bit more sex appeal, that doesn't change the fact that she gives off some really bad vibes.
7 Emma Frost: Both Radical Mutant Leaders
After the X-Men split up, two rival factions were formed. The more peacekeeping, traditionally-minded X-Men led by Wolverine decided to honor the legacy of Professor X. A more radical, Magneto-inspired faction was led by Scott Summers also known as Cyclops.
Much like Cyclops, Emma Frost had once been a radical mutant leader during her time with the Hellfire Club. After he split off from the X-Men, Frost decided to join Cyclops and stayed by his side at all times.
6 Jean Grey: X-Men History
Back when Professor Charles Xavier first decided to form his team of teenage mutants, he traveled around the U.S. in search of gifted youngsters. Two of the founding members of the team that he chose were none other than Jean Grey and Scott Summers.
As founding members of the X-Men, Cyclops and Jean have been through quite a lot together. Going on various adventures, fighting a variety of supervillains, as well as discovering exciting new places have all been important shared experiences between the two. All of those things have only helped them grow closer.
5 Emma Frost: Went To War Together
One of the biggest Marvel events of the past decade was, without a doubt, Avengers vs. X-Men. During this tense conflict, Emma Frost stood side-by-side with her lover, Cyclops.
Together, they came very close to defeating the world's most powerful team of superheroes. It became clear by the end of this story that Scott could always count on Emma to have his back.
4 Jean Grey: Started A Family
There was actually a time in X-Men comics when Cyclops and Jean Grey were transported to the future. While there, the two heroes had a son and raised him together. That son went on to become the time-traveling superhero known as Cable.
As co-parents, Scott and Jean's relationship grew closer than it ever had before. Raising a child can be a transformational experience for couples, and that certainly was the case for these two.
3 Emma Frost: Both Teachers
Shortly after joining the X-Men, the former White Queen of the Hellfire Club became a teacher at Xavier's School For Gifted Youngsters. Scott has also been a teacher at the school from time to time.
Anyone who knows anything about relationships knows that shared experience is a very big deal. This is a very important experience that the two characters share. Also, seeing each other on a consistent basis as co-workers is a definite plus.
2 Jean Grey: First Love
A person's first love always remains special to them. No matter who they go on to eventually loving later in their life, that very first relationship is never truly forgotten.
Jean and Scott fell in love with each other very early on in their lives. As teenagers in the Xavier School For Gifted Youngsters, their relationship with one another was the very first romantic experience Scott had ever had up until that point.
1 Emma Frost: Stole Scott From Jean
Scott had been with Jean for decades. Despite this long, passionate history, he decided to cheat on her with Emma Frost. The fact that Emma seduced Scott away from Jean goes to show that the two were more compatible with one another. Or at least that Scott has issues with commitment.
That said, Emma and Scott have since proven to be faithful to one another. His relationship with Jean ended in failure. Perhaps they never really were right for one another after all.