On Angel’s Wings is a standout episode that takes place during the festive season, adding a unique twist to the usual superhero antics. The story kicks off with a mysterious figure saving lives in New York City, leading the media to dub him a real-life angel. This “angel” is none other than Warren Worthington III, a mutant struggling with his identity and the burden of his wings.

Warren, who is unsure about his mutation, becomes the target of Magneto’s manipulative schemes. Magneto aims to frame Warren to incite hatred against humanity, hoping to sway him to his cause. Meanwhile, Rogue and Cyclops are sent by Professor Xavier to track down this supposed angel and uncover the truth.

As the plot unfolds, we see Warren’s internal conflict and his desire to do good despite the prejudice he faces. The episode beautifully juxtaposes the holiday spirit of giving and compassion with the darker undertones of fear and manipulation. Rogue and Cyclops’ mission to protect Warren and thwart Magneto’s plans adds an exciting layer of action and suspense.

On Angel’s Wings highlights the courage it takes to stand up for what’s right, even when the world doesn’t understand you. This episode is a perfect blend of heartfelt moments and thrilling action, making it a memorable and unusual chapter in the X-Men: Evolution series.

It’s Christmas time in New York City, and the holiday spirit is in full swing. In Worthington Tower, Warren Worthington III, also known as Angel, watches the news and sees a disabled woman trapped in a burning building. Without hesitation, he spreads his wings and flies to her rescue, saving her without being seen. The woman, believing she was saved by a real angel, shares her miraculous story with her daughter, Jamie.

Meanwhile, at the Xavier Institute, the X-Men are enjoying a festive holiday party. Kitty, Jubilee, and Amara are opening presents, while Kurt playfully chases Kitty with mistletoe. Professor Xavier invites Logan to stay for the holidays, but Logan declines, citing other commitments. Rogue gives Scott a gift, and they share a moment, much to Jean’s quiet jealousy. The party is filled with laughter and holiday cheer, with Kurt’s mistletoe antics leading to a humorous mix-up with Bobby.

As the X-Men head home for the holidays, Angel continues his heroic deeds in New York. He stops a mugger in Central Park, leaving the victim and a mounted policeman in awe as he flies away. However, Angel’s actions have not gone unnoticed. The news is abuzz with reports of an “angel” saving people, prompting Professor Xavier to send Rogue and Scott to recruit him. In New York, they gather information from witnesses and bond over personal stories in a cosy diner.

The plot thickens as Magneto enters the scene, causing a car accident on the Brooklyn Bridge to lure Angel out. Angel heroically saves a little girl named Hailee and her family, but Magneto manipulates the situation, turning the crowd against Angel. Hailee ends up in the hospital, and Angel visits her, only to be chased by Rogue and Scott after they find a feather he left behind. At a church, Magneto tries to recruit Angel, leading to a fierce battle. Rogue, Cyclops, and Angel manage to fend off Magneto, but not without a dramatic chase and rescue.

Back at the hospital, Rogue and Scott invite Angel to visit the Xavier Institute. As they watch Hailee’s parents embrace their recovering daughter, the X-Men reflect on the true meaning of the holidays.

In the comics, on his first day out, Warren saved his classmates from a fire, similar to how he rescues the woman at the start of this episode. His costume in this episode is reminiscent of his original ‘Avenging Angel’ costume.

The Professor’s Roll’s Royce is seen once again. Jean and Kitty’s parents are also seen in the closing of this episode, which also reminds us that Kitty is Jewish and doesn’t necessarily celebrate Christmas.

The newspaper reporting on Angel is the Daily Bugle, a Marvel Universe stable, particular in New York and the Spider-Man franchise. The building Magneto sends Rogue crashing into is labelled SE, as in Stark Enterprises.

Magneto’s look from this episode is replicated in the closing credits scene of The Wolverine.

Rogue and Angel develop a bond in the episode, which is similar to the characters’ bond in X-Men episodes The Cure and Obsession.

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