The X-Men and their universe have always been popular with LGBT comics fans. The idea of mutants is seen as an allegory for the reality of difference and persecution, as well as community and power, experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. The X-Men have also included compelling queer characters in their roster, including the first gay superhero, Northstar. How have these themes and characters been handled? What are the plans for the future? Moderator
Chance Whitmire (
Fanboys of the Universe) tries to make sense of it all with panelists
Peter David (
X-Factor),
Phil Jimenez (
Astonishing X-Men),
Chuck Kim (
Age of X),
Marjorie Liu (
Daken: Dark Wolverine),
Scott Lobdell (
Uncanny X-Men), and
Zack Stentz (
X-Men First Class).
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