Hello everyone,

Since the X-Men are my favorite superhero team, I thought I’d share with you who I would take if I could assemble a five-member team (in no particular order):

#1: Gambit

Why he makes the team: For as long as I can remember, he’s been one of my favorite X-Men. I think his skill set is underrated, and his versatility (mutant abilities, fighting ability, the gift of gab, etc.) makes him an invaluable member on any team.





#2: Storm

Why she makes the team: Given her ability to control the elements, her experience leading X-Men teams, and her international clout as a member of Wakanda’s royal family, having her on the team is a no-brainer. I’m also convinced that Storm is considerably more powerful than she’s letting off.

#3: Wolverine

Why he makes the team: To be honest, I almost excluded Wolverine just because he’s everywhere in the marvel universe. However, given his invaluable healing factor and his ability to hold his own with almost anyone he fights, it would be wrong not to include him. It doesn’t get much better than old man Logan.

#4: Rouge

Why she makes the team: Basically since the Messiah Complex, Rouge has continually been moving up my ladder of favorite X-Men. Her ability is so valuable, and the unique way in which she’s able to relate to people as well as lead them, makes her that much more of an asset. And now that she’s able to fully control her powers, I think the best is yet to come. I’m also pulling for her and Gambit to stop playing, “make it official,” and get married, lol. Could you imagine how powerful their child could be? And X-Men story in the making….

#5: Nightcrawler

Why he makes the team: Of course I was excited to know that the X-Men had a member who was a Christian, and his quote from one of the 90s X-Men cartoon episodes is one of my favorites of all time. But aside from that, Nightcrawler, in my opinion, has been a cornerstone among the X-Men since he joined the team. Anyone who can earn best friend status by Wolverine must be doing something right. Oh, and not to mention his ability gives him and any team he’s on a major strategic advantage. Like Rogue, he’s now one of my favorite X-Men.

So there’s my team. Another thing I really like about this team is that aside from Nightcrawler, everyone else has led their own team before. And all of them have been led before, which I think also goes a long way in terms of setting aside one’s ego, and having good interpersonal skills.

So who makes your team?