Magneto’s Successor Is Finally Here – Meet Magnetrix!
A fresh face is joining the X-Men universe, and she’s ready to carry on a legendary legacy. Marvel has just unveiled Magnetrix, a teenage girl set to take up the mantle of the iconic Magneto. This isn’t just a random new character—she’s stepping into some big shoes, and I can’t wait to see how she shakes things up.
Magneto, or Erik Lehnsherr, has been a powerhouse in the X-Men world since his debut back in 1963, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. With his ability to control magnetic fields, he’s been both a villain and an anti-hero, clashing with the X-Men while fighting for mutant rights. Now, Magnetrix is here to keep that spirit alive, sporting a costume inspired by the Master of Magnetism himself. She’s making her first appearance in ‘New Champions,’ a comic hitting shelves on January 8, 2025.
What’s cool about Magnetrix is that she’s not entirely new to Marvel lore. The name actually popped up before as an early codename for Lorna Dane, better known as Polaris—Magneto’s daughter with similar magnetic powers. But this Magnetrix is a different person, a teen hero with her own story. We don’t know yet if she’s tied to Magneto by blood, like Polaris or his other kids, Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch, but her debut is already sparking chatter.
In ‘New Champions,’ Magnetrix joins a team of young heroes tied to the Avengers. The series follows a group of teens—including a Hydra survivor, a Scarlet Witch protégé, and a Wakandan runaway—as they band together to face off against the Cult of Hela. Magnetrix’s role isn’t clear yet. Will she be a friend or a foe? Her look, with that bold Magneto-inspired design, hints she’s ready to make a statement either way.
Magneto’s history on screen adds some extra flavor to this news. Ian McKellen brought the character to life in the original ‘X-Men’ trilogy, starting with the 2000 film, while Michael Fassbender played a younger version in prequels like ‘X-Men: First Class’ in 2011. Both actors shared the spotlight in ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’ in 2014. Magneto’s also been a staple in TV, voiced by David Hemblen in ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ and Matthew Waterson in the recent ‘X-Men ’97.’ Magnetrix has some serious legacy to live up to.
I’m curious about how she’ll fit into this new team. The ‘New Champions’ crew is a wild mix, and Magnetrix’s magnetic vibe—literal or not—could either pull them together or spark some chaos. Her story kicks off next month, with the second issue dropping February 12. It’s a bold move to hand Magneto’s torch to a teen, but if anyone can handle it, maybe it’s her.
We’ve seen Magneto’s influence stretch across comics, movies, and shows for decades. Now, Magnetrix is here to keep that energy alive, maybe even twist it into something new. I’m marking my calendar for January—this could be the start of something big.