X-Men confirms KRAKOAN is their new Magneto with an Easter egg that’s been 32 years in the making

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X-Men confirms KRAKOAN is their new Magneto with an Easter egg that’s been 32 years in the making

Warning: Spoilers for NYX #4!THE X-Men’s the last villain is entering Magneto shoes in style, like the Krakoan is adopting the ancient philosophy of the Master of Magnetism and some corresponding aesthetic elements. Now, he’s added a classic catchphrase-turned-meme to the mix. As the Krakoan confronts Ms. Marvel, he pulls out Magneto’s famous video game line, “Welcome to Morrer.

NYX #4 by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly and Enid Balám brings Ms. Marvel face to face with the series’ current villain, the Krakoan. Julian Keller, formerly known as Hellion, took on his new role with ease. He adopted all the drama and pomp of the original (and arguably greatest) X-Men villain, Magneto, along with his former homo superior agenda that demands mutants take their place above humanity.


Comic Panel: X-Men Villain The Krakoan Hovers Surrounded by Green Energy and Says "Welcome to Morrer."

Julian is taking a lot of inspiration from the Master of Magnetism and there’s no doubt who he’s imitating. When Kamala Khan arrives to fight, Keller greets her with Magneto’s quote from the 1992 X-Men arcade game: “Welcome to Morrer.

The Krakoan adopts Magneto’s threat from an X-Men arcade game

NYX #4 by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Enid Balám, Raúl Angulo and Joe Sabino


An image of Magneto's face and helmet from the 1992 X-Men arcade game.

In addition to having clear implications for former X-Men Hellion, “Welcome to Die”It’s a great Easter egg for X-Men fans. This particular phrase has morphed from a retro video game quote into a meme, and has been used in the X-Men fanbase and pop culture for several years. The Krakoan has now also officially pulled the plug on the Marvel Comics canon, taking it from a relatively inside joke to a bigger stage. It’s not enough to impress or scare Ms. Marvel, but it captures Julian Keller and Magneto’s shared talent for drama and makes longtime fans laugh.

Magneto has delivered many memorable lines over the years, and the impact he’s had on the X-Men and mutants is undeniable. Max Eisenhardt charted the course for his people – through leadership or strength – for decades. He’s a man of action in a way that few can emulate, so it’s no surprise that the Krakoan would choose to follow in his footsteps. Julian Keller has plenty of raw power thanks to his omega-level telekinesisbut seeks to add Magneto’s ability to inspire fear and awe. By greeting Ms. Marvel with this quote, he is making his intention clear.

The Krakoan has claimed his place as the next Magneto

Borrowing the retro slogan leaves no doubt

Welcome to Die‘ is a great nod to fans, but it also cements the Krakoan’s place in X-Men lore. Max Eisenhardt is currently serving as director of the X-Men at their base in Alaska and has largely left his “villain” life behind. Others still follow his former path, however, and Julian Keller was at times rebellious and violent before Krakoa. Now he’s turned his frustration with the X-Men’s failings into his new villain persona, essentially deciding to do what Magneto will no longer do. Krakoan took the “Welcome to Die“catchphrase outside the X-Men arcade game to declare itself the new Magneto.

NYX #4 is now available from Marvel Comics.

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