In an announcement that has fans clutching their comic books in disbelief, Disney has unveiled plans for an innovative reboot of the X-Men series. The upcoming release will feature an all-transgender superhero team, aptly renamed the “Ex-Men”.
Disney, known for its family-friendly fairy tales and anthropomorphic animals, is charting new territory with this daring move. The Ex-Men, according to the studio, will be a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and the uncanny ability to shoot laser beams from one’s eyes.
“We’ve had enough of the old narrative,” said a Disney spokesperson, while unveiling character designs that included a transgender Wolverine with fabulous nails and a Mystique who doesn’t need to shape-shift to feel comfortable in her own skin. “It’s time for a change, and who better to bring change than the Ex-Men?”
The news has been met with mixed reactions. Comic book purists are skeptical, citing concerns over continuity and the potential misuse of Wolverine’s claws during intense vogueing sequences. However, many are excited about the prospect of a more diverse superhero landscape.
In response to questions about the name change, Disney explained the reasoning behind the “Ex-Men” moniker. “It’s a play on the concept of former identities,” the spokesperson said. “And it’s also a great way to avoid legal action from Marvel. They can’t copyright a common prefix!”
As Disney embarks on this groundbreaking venture, fans and critics alike are waiting with bated breath. Will the Ex-Men be a triumphant celebration of inclusivity, or a cringeworthy attempt at tokenism? Only time—and box office sales—will tell.
In the meantime, the Ex-Men are ready to take on the world, one gender stereotype-smashing battle at a time. As the new Professor X so eloquently put it, “We’re mutants, we’re trans, and we’re fabulous. Get used to it.”
Disney’s X-Men Reboot Renamed “Ex-Men”: All-Transgender Superhero Team Set to Save the Day
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