Marvel’s Beau DeMayo Slams Disney Over ‘X-Men ’97’ Changes Amid Fan Outrage

Beau DeMayo has spoken out forcefully against Disney’s decision to alter the storyline of X-Men ’97, revealing that the anticipated character Onslaught will not appear in Season 2. This move comes after DeMayo’s departure from Disney, following which he was also stripped of his credits for the upcoming season.

Despite being set up in the first season, Onslaught—a psychic entity born from the minds of Magneto and Professor X—will be absent from the series. This decision has sparked considerable upset among viewers, especially after the season finale hinted at his involvement. Fans had been eager to see how Onslaught, who has been a major adversary in the X-Men universe, would evolve in the show.

On his X account, DeMayo criticized Disney, claiming that the studio is more focused on profit than on delivering content that resonates with true Marvel fans. He suggested that Marvel, under Disney’s direction, has started producing shows more for their benefit rather than for the fans, a sentiment that has been echoed by the audience.

The controversy over Onslaught’s removal has led to a wave of fan reactions on X, expressing disappointment over the direction of X-Men ’97. The show, which can be streamed on Disney +, has been previously praised and even received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Animated Program. However, the recent developments have overshadowed these achievements.

Beau DeMayo’s ongoing conflict with Marvel seems to escalate as he makes these bold accusations. He argues that the essence of what fans loved about the original X-Men may be compromised in the pursuit of different objectives by the studio.

Interestingly, the removal of Onslaught does not necessarily mean the end of such characters in the universe. The series has previously introduced multiple versions of characters like Apocalypse, and alternatives similar to Onslaught could still be explored through other powerful psychics in the story.

In conclusion, while Marvel continues to navigate through its expansive universe, the feedback from the community highlights a growing disconnect between fan expectations and the studio’s current trajectory. Whether this will prompt any changes remains to be seen, but clearly, voices like DeMayo’s are not shying away from calling out the giant.

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