‘X-Men ’97‘ season 2 is moving into a new chapter, and Marvel Studios has already teased a big change that aligns with the series’ new direction. While fans are eagerly awaiting the show’s return on Disney+ this July, one detail from the latest footage has sparked plenty of excitement: Jean’s brand-new costume.
Jean Grey’s New Outfit Marks A New Era
‘X-Men ’97 season 2 trailer provides a quick and interesting look at Jean Grey and Cyclops wearing matching black-and-yellow outfits based on Grant Morrison’s famous New X-Men comic run. The design ditches Jean’s classic superhero look in favor of a more practical, modern one, featuring jackets, striped shirts, and a minimalist aesthetic.
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It’s definitely a change from the costumes Jean has been wearing in ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ and the first season of ‘X-Men ’97’. Those outfits paid homage to her iconic Marvel Girl and Phoenix-era appearances, while the new design feels grounded and battle-ready.
This change may come as a surprise to fans. However, it fits the narrative perfectly. After Jean and Scott Summers are left behind in the remote future with the team’s confrontation with Asteroid M, it’s only natural that they’ll need new gear to fit the new time.
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The costume change also seems to be in keeping with the more serious tone of the upcoming season. The X-Men are spread across time, and Apocalypse is a formidable foe. Jean’s new style is like a visual representation of that change.
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Moreover, rumors have been swirling that Jean might be making her live-action debut in the MCU sooner rather than later, and many fans are wondering if perhaps the upcoming ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ might be a secret live-action appearance of Marvel’s beloved telepath.
There is no official word yet, but Marvel’s growing interest in mutants and the X-Men in other upcoming MCU projects has created some excitement. Regardless of whether or not those rumors are true, it’s safe to say that Jean Grey is still the heart of Marvel’s mutant future.
For the time being, fans can only wait and see how she will look in her new outfit when ‘X-Men ’97’ season 2 premieres this summer.
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