Mutants have finally entered the Marvel Cinematic Universe and fans could not be happier. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse Of Madness brought Patrick Stewart's Professor X back to the big screen, and Ms.Marvel featured the first utterance of the word "mutants" in Earth-199999. However, Namor the Sub-Mariner is frequently cited as the first mutant in Earth-616 and fans are hoping that comes into play in a big way come Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
It's impossible to think of Marvel mutants without considering the X-Men. Many stories the MCU utilizes from the original Marvel Comics involved the X-men, but because of copyright issues, they were omitted from the film adaptations. Once Disney acquired the rights to the beloved franchise, the possibilities seemed endless, and fans have been theorizing which X-Men could fit in the MCU ever since.
10 Wiccan and Speed Could Play Larger Roles
Billy and Tommy Maximoff are Wanda's children across the multiverse. While the Scarlet Witch lost the pair in the MCU, in Earth-616 they live on as heroes themselves. Billy (known as William Kaplan in the 616) has magic powers similar to his mother, and Tommy (Thomas Shepard) has speed like his uncle Quicksilver.
The two are Young Avengers, not X-Men, but their importance in the Marvel universe cannot be denied. Billy and Tommy's fate in Earth-199999 ultimately led to the events seen in House of M which ironically make it easier to introduce the world of mutants into the MCU.
9 Kitty Pryde Is Very Adaptable
Kitty Pryde (also known as Shadowcat) was introduced in John Byrne and Chris Claremont's Uncanny X-Men #129. The hero leads the X-Men in X-Men: Gold and she's been a member of S.H.E.I.L.D. and even The Guardians of the Galaxy. Kitty was slated to have a solo film until Disney acquired the X-Men.
Kitty Pryde is a favorite among dedicated X-Men fans, and she knows her way around a good team-up. Kitty has had romantic relationships with both Spider-Man and Peter Quill (a.k.a. Star-Lord). The Guardians have also teamed up with the X-Men before, which is something fans are clamoring to see on screen, and Kitty could bridge that gap seamlessly.
8 Iceman Fits The MCU's Tone
Bobby Drake, or "Iceman," is an omega-level mutant who was first introduced in 1963 with the X-Men. Bobby has had a role in almost every piece of X-Men media to date, but there is one team-up that would make his introduction to the MCU a no-brainer.
Iceman was one of Spider-Man's best friends in Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends. Given that MCU Peter Parker currently doesn't have any friends, a troubled youth struggling to hide his newfound mutant abilities could be the exact angle Marvel Studios needs for a natural, yet meaningful introduction. Bobby Drake is also one of the most prominent gay characters in comics, making his inclusion all the much more impactful.
7 Nightcrawler Is A Fan-Favorite Mutant
Nightcrawler has often been viewed as an underappreciated member of the X-Men, despite his important roles in many stories. Because Nightcrawler isn't a "major player" in the X-Men, his inclusion wouldn't take away from any larger project he is introduced in, but it would make for a set-up fans are begging to see.
In Amazing Spider-Man #161 by Len Wein, Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, and Glynis Wein, Nightcrawler and Spider-Man went toe-to-toe, but the two eventually became friends. Nightcrawler and Spider-Man have fairly similar abilities in terms of maneuverability, agility and witty one-liners, making his attitude easy to bounce off of in the MCU. If Marvel introduces the blue-skinned wonder, it would be as easy as a trip through the brimstone to recreate this iconic moment and bring in the mutants.
6 Hope Summers Could Be Unstoppable In Earth-199999
Hope Summers was the first mutant born after Wanda Maximoff's "no more mutants" hex. Summers is an omega-level mutant, and she can manipulate the powers of other mutants around her, but most importantly she is one of the hosts for the Phoenix force.
Hope ultimately is the catalyst for the events in Avengers vs. X-Men and the story has never been explored on-screen, but with the confirmation of mutants in the MCU, the door is wide open with possibilities.
5 Rogue Has A History With Earth's Mightiest Heroes
Rogue was a child soldier, fiercely dedicated to Mystique. Though her backstory is tragic, many fans forget the hero was first a villain. Rogue has the ability to absorb powers, memories, and even life energy and the ability is utilized by simply touching another person. Rogue fought Captain America, but only after they discovered what she had done to Carol Danvers. Rogue took her powers, memories, and attempted to kill her.
Rogue's introduction is so closely tied to the Avengers that it makes an introduction in the MCU simple. The character joining the X-Men would take time if Marvel decided to show her true origin, but fans long to see her in Earth-199999 no matter which side she's fighting for.
4 Scott Summers's Leadership Needs To Be Showcased
Scott Summers was hand-picked by Professor Xavier to lead his X-Men. Cyclops's powers include him shooting an explosion-like force-blast from his eyes, he is resistant to telepathy, is a talented pilot, and an advanced martial artist. Most importantly for Summers, he has been one of the five hosts for the Phoenix Force, which multiplied his powers dramatically.
Regardless of his traits, the hero was the first to protect Hope Summers in the events of Avengers vs. X-Men and ignored an ultimatum Steve Rogers had given him. Rogers and Iron Man left a vacuum in the MCU, and while Sam Wilson is Captain America, Earth's Mightiest Heroes may need another leader by the time they face Kang the Conquerer.
3 Storm's Introduction Would Be Glorious
While Marvel will passing the Black Panther mantle on to someone else due to the tremendous loss of Chadwick Boseman, introducing Storm by way of Wakanda is still possible. T'Challa and Ororo Munroe separated for a multitude of reasons, but their friendship and love for one another never went away. The pair met during Civil War and ended their relationship with Avengers vs. X-Men.
With the timeline of the MCU already separated from that of Earth-616, Storm could still visit Wakanda, and have other members of the royal family to help her find her own bloodline, just like the Black Panther did in the comics.
2 Magneto Could Radicalize The MCU
Characters like Wanda had a slower turn to villainy, and Killmonger was a character many could sympathize with, making each character impactful in their own unique way and fixing the MCU's "villain problem." There isn't a villain in the entire Marvel universe that could be as impactful as Magneto.
Magneto was introduced in the first issue of the X-Men, and while his tactics may be extreme, fans often see his point of view. There's speculation of multiple actors playing the character but with Marvel Studios erasing the history of other characters, fans fear Magneto may have the same fate. Any changes to the character's backstory would drastically change the impact he has, and viewers are begging to see an MCU adaptation of him that retains his Jewish roots.
1 Wolverine Is Officially Joining The MCU
Ryan Reynolds recently announced Hugh Jackman's return as Wolverine, and many fans speculate it's still a prank or an X-Force repeat. Even with the skepticism, it's undeniable that fans want to see the mutant fight alongside Earth's Mightiest Heroes on the big screen.
Wolverine might not have always been the de facto leader of the X-Men, but he became the face of the franchise with his quick rise in popularity. Wolverine's first full appearance was in 1974's The Incredible Hulk #181 by Len Wein, Herb Trimpe, Jack Abel, and Glynis Wein, and fans have wanted to see more of him ever since.