Can Cyclops Replace Professor X? Not According to Mutantkind's OTHER Great Leader: "Why the Hell Would I Follow Orders from Cyclops?"

Cyclops may be the X-Men’s most dedicated leader, but one mutant hero makes it clear Scott Summers is no replacement for Professor Charles Xavier.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 57 words · Timothy Alexander

Despite this, fans have argued that Cyclops should take over from Xavier as a rallying figure and mentor.

Now, Dani makes it clear she’s not looking to anyone else for answers.

Though Dani Moonstar undoubtedly respects Scott, she long ago graduated from following anyone else’s orders.

X-MEN’S CYCLOPS AND STORM LOOKING CONFIDENT

Magik #4will be available on April 23, 2025, from Marvel Comics!

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