This list ranks the 12 most powerful mutant heroes who have ever joined the Avengers, based on their destructive potential. From iconic figures like Wolverine to lesser-known mutants like Justice, these heroes have proven their strength and worth alongside Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
Marvel usually maintains a clear distinction between its mutant heroes, the X-Men , and the gods, robots, and sorcerers who make up the Avengers . However, there are occasions when a mutant hero rises to such prominence that Earth's Mightiest Heroes come calling. From iconic figures like Wolverine and Storm to lesser-known mutants like Justice and Firestar, some of the most powerful mutant heroes have found themselves serving on the Avengers roster.
This list explores the 12 most powerful mutant heroes to ever join the Avengers, ranked according to the immense damage they can inflict with their abilities. We're considering membership on both the main Avengers roster and the Avengers Unity Squad, also known as the Uncanny Avengers. Sadly, we're excluding characters who were initially believed to be mutants but have since been revealed to be something else entirely, such as Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch.Wolverine, also known as James 'Logan' Howlett, joined the Avengers in 2005's New Avengers #6 (Brian Michael Bendis, David Finch). Renowned for his incredible healing factor and deadly adamantium-coated claws, Wolverine is a centuries-old warrior who engages in battles that others shy away from. This is precisely the reason Captain America and Iron Man initially recruited him to the New Avengers, gaining a relentless fighter who will continue to battle even when everyone else falls. Wolverine didn't exactly feel at home with the Avengers, repeatedly clashing with Captain America, who struggled to accept Logan's lethal tactics. Nevertheless, he remained by their side during some of the deadliest threats the team faced, even siding with them when they went to war with the X-Men in the epic AvX event.Sunfire, aka Shiro Yoshida, joined the Avengers Unity Division in 2013's Uncanny Avengers #5 (Rick Remender, Olivier Coipel). Sunfire was a founding member of the Avengers Unity Squad, a team designed to foster positive relationships between humans and mutants. Recommended by Wolverine, Sunfire has served on the X-Men multiple times, though he grapples with taking orders from individuals he deems inferior. Sunfire possesses the ability to absorb all forms of radiation, transforming it into super-heated plasma. He has expert-level control over his powers and has demonstrated heat levels comparable to a small star. A proven hero, Sunfire stood alongside the Unity Squad against Kang the Conqueror, displaying a willingness to sacrifice his life to protect his friends and allies.Justice, aka Vance Astrovik, joined the Avengers in 1998's Avengers #7 (Kurt Busiek, George Pérez). Most recognized as the former leader of the New Warriors, Vance Astrovik is a telekinetic mutant whose abilities allow him to generate forcefields and fly. As a young hero, Justice joined the Avengers alongside his partner Firestar, acting as junior members of the team. Justice was overwhelmed to be among his heroes, eagerly seizing every chance to prove his worth. Vance activated his mutant powers after encountering Major Victory - a member of the original, far-future Guardians of the Galaxy. Victory is, in fact, a version of Vance from another timeline who returned to alter the course of his life. While Major Victory was successful, Justice's life hasn't become significantly easier. Vance accidentally killed his abusive father and served time in prison for the crime. Since then, he has dedicated himself to redeeming the New Warriors' tarnished reputation following their involvement in the explosive Stamford Incident (which sparked the superhero Civil War).Cannonball, aka Samuel Guthrie, joined the Avengers in 2012's Avengers #1 (Jonathan Hickman, Jerome Opeña). A founding member of the team known as the New Mutants, Sam Guthrie can generate propulsive energy, enabling him to fly through the air like a human cannonball. This power is complemented by a nearly indestructible forcefield that shields him from harm while blasting. Cannonball is also believed to be immortal due to being a member of the mutant subspecies known as the Externals and comes from a notably powerful mutant bloodline that includes fellow heroes Husk, Aero, and Icarus. Cannonball joined the Avengers alongside his best friend Roberto during a period when Captain America and Iron Man were significantly expanding the team's roster and tactical approaches. Cannonball's life was irrevocably changed by joining the team, as it was fighting alongside them that he met his wife Isabel Kane, aka Smasher. The two are still together and recently had a son, Josiah.
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