X-MEN

FIRST APPEARANCE: Enter Magneto
VOICED BY: David Hemblen (X-Men); Matthew Waterson (X-Men ’97)

Erik and Charles first met in Israel where, whilst attempting to rescue a patient from criminals, exposed their mutant powers to each other [Enter Magneto]. Years later, Magneto emerges as a powerful figure advocating for mutant supremacy, clashing with the X-Men over his belief that mutants should rule over humanity [Deadly Reunions]. He attacks a military base to demonstrate mutant power, but his efforts are thwarted by the X-Men [Enter Magneto]. He later kidnaps Senator Kelly in anger, intending to kill him, but is severely injured in a Sentinel attack. Although he calls them ‘heroic’ fools, he later stands by the X-Men as an ally when they attack the Mastermold, and even saves Xavier’s life in the battle’s climax. [The Final Decision].

Magneto is later lured to the Savage Land by Mr. Sinister, where he and Xavier are trapped without their powers. Forced to rely on strategy and alliances, Magneto fights alongside Xavier to survive [Till Death Do Us Part (Part 2)]. When the X-Men arrive to rescue them, Sinister is defeated, and Magneto departs once more [Reunion (Part 2)].

Magneto resurfaces to create Asteroid M, a sanctuary for mutants above Earth. His vision of a mutant utopia is shattered when Fabian Cortez betrays him, attempting to kill him. Magneto falls through Earth’s atmosphere, but the planet’s magnetosphere heals him, allowing him to survive [Sanctuary (Part 1); Sanctuary (Part 2)].

Determined to find his lost love, Magda, Magneto searches for her, only to encounter Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch, realizing they are his children [Family Ties]. He also teams up with Apocalypse in an attempt to return his wife to live, but later betrays Apocalypse when he realises that he is mad. He saves Wolverine’s life, and is with the X-Men when they return home [Beyond Good and Evil]. Later, during the Phalanx invasion, Magneto is asked to help because the alien threat has captured his son. Though reluctant, he ultimately aids the X-Men in stopping the Phalanx [The Phalanx Covenant (Part 2)].

When Xavier is injured by Gyrich on national televisions, Magneto rallies mutants to Genosha, preparing an army to take the world, but is persuaded by Jean Grey to return with them and use his powers to amplify Charles’ powers – only then can he reach out to Lilandra and maybe survive. He does so, showing that despite their ideological differences, their bond remains strong [Graduation Day].

Following Xavier’s departure, Magneto inherits his estate and joins the X-Men, attempting to lead them through turbulent times [To Me, My X-Men]. He discovers that he can touch Rogue, deepening their connection [Mutant Liberation Begins]. However, Magneto is soon arrested and put on trial for his past actions. He is later killed on Genosha, but his body is never recovered; he is alive, taken by Bastion, turning him into a prisoner [Bright Eyes]. As his mind unravels, Magneto attempts to destroy the world, consumed by grief and rage, leading to a climactic confrontation with the X-Men, during which Magneto used his powers to remove the adamantium from Wolverine’s skeleton. The following psychic attack by Charles nearly killed Magneto [Tolerance is Extinction (Part 1)].

After the destruction of Asteroid M, the X-Men and Magneto were presumed killed, but Magneto was among the X-Men who found themselves in the past – with a young En Sabah Nur, aka Apocalypse [Tolerance is Extinction (Part 3)].

To be continued!

FILM SERIES

FIRST APPEARANCE: X-Men
OTHER APPEARANCES: X2; X-Men: The Last Stand; X-Men: First Class; X-Men: Days of Future Past; X-Men: Apocalypse; X-Men: Dark Phoenix; The Wolverine
PLAYED BY: Ian McKellen (X-Men; X2; X-Men: The Last Stand; The Wolverine; X-Men: Days of Future Past); Michael Fassbender (X-Men: Days of Future Past; X-Men: Apocalypse; X-Men: Dark Phoenix)

Erik Lehnsherr is introduced as a Holocaust survivor whose mutant abilities manifest when he is separated from his parents at Auschwitz. His traumatic past shapes his worldview, leading him to believe that mutants must dominate humanity to survive [X-Men].

Years later, Magneto leads the Brotherhood of Mutants, seeking to turn world leaders into mutants using a machine powered by Rogue. His plan fails, and he is imprisoned by the X-Men [X-Men]. He later escapes with Mystique’s help and aids the X-Men in stopping William Stryker, though his own agenda leads him to betray them, attempting to kill all humans using Cerebro. His plan is thwarted, and he disappears [X2].

Magneto resurfaces to oppose the mutant cure, rallying an army of mutants to attack Alcatraz. He loses his powers when injected with the cure but later begins to regain them [X-Men: The Last Stand].

Years later, Erik stood with the X-Men in Russia where they sought to change the past to alter the rise of the Sentinels [X-Men: Days of Future Past].

It was revealed that in Auschwitz, the younger Erik was manipulated by Sebastian Shaw, who killed his mother to trigger his mutant abilities. Erik later hunted Shaw down and killed him, embracing his identity as Magneto and forming the Brotherhood [X-Men: First Class].

A decade later, Magneto is imprisoned for allegedly assassinating JFK. He is freed by Xavier and Wolverine but ultimately turns against them, attempting to reshape the world by using the Sentinels. His plan fails, and Wolverine resets the timeline [X-Men: Days of Future Past ].

Afterwards, Magneto lives a peaceful life with his wife and daughter until they are killed. Enraged, he joins Apocalypse as one of his Horsemen, but ultimately turns against him and aids the X-Men in stopping the ancient mutant [X-Men: Apocalypse].

Years later, Magneto rules Genosha, a mutant sanctuary, but is drawn into a battle against the alien Vuk. He ultimately aids the X-Men in stopping her [X-Men: Dark Phoenix].

X-MEN: EVOLUTION

FIRST APPEARANCE: Strategy X
VOICED BY: Christopher Judge

A shadowy figure pulling the strings from behind the scenes, Magneto operates more as a manipulator than a direct leader. While the Brotherhood is officially led by Mystique, Magneto remains the true mastermind, orchestrating events to push mutants toward his vision of dominance.

Unlike previous versions, Magneto is more elusive, appearing sporadically to test mutants and recruit those he deems worthy. His influence extends beyond the Brotherhood, as he also commands the Acolytes, a more elite force of mutants loyal to his cause.

His ultimate goal remains unchanged: ensuring mutant superiority. But in this iteration, he plays a long game, carefully manoeuvring pieces rather than engaging in direct conflict.

WOLVERINE AND THE X-MEN

FIRST APPEARANCE: Hindsight (Part 3)
VOICED BY: Tom Kane

A master strategist and unwavering leader, Magneto rules Genosha, a supposed mutant sanctuary, with an iron will. While publicly advocating for mutant rights, his true intentions are far more ruthless – he seeks dominance, not coexistence.

Following the explosion that disbands the X-Men, Magneto seizes the opportunity to consolidate power, welcoming displaced mutants into Genosha while secretly preparing for war. His influence extends beyond his island nation, manipulating events to ensure mutant superiority.

His relationship with Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch remains strained, as his children struggle with his extremist ideology. Despite their doubts, Quicksilver remains loyal, acting as Magneto’s enforcer. He is most protective of his youngest daughter, Lorna, aka Polaris.

As Wolverine attempts to rebuild the X-Men, Magneto positions himself as both an ally and an adversary, offering sanctuary while orchestrating events that push mutants toward conflict. His ultimate goal? To force humanity into submission, ensuring a future where mutants reign supreme.

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