The alternative version of Luke Cage, known as Power Man, has returned to the Marvel universe with an unprecedented level of Power
Fans met this Luke Cage future in the special Timeless of 2023, where it emerged from a dark world dominated by A Luna Knight tyrannical. The most surprising thing is that this dictator was nothing more than his former partner and best friend, Danny Randalias Iron fist. Determined to end the kingdom, Power Man has used his new powers to defeat him In an epic comparison. However, his destiny seemed sealed, since it was believed that he had died in the process … so far.
The reality is that Is not deadbut it was Launched over time And now he appeared in present of the Marvel UniverseWith a very clear mission in mind: Stop by Danny Rand before his apocalyptic future becomes reality. However, there is a small detail that Power Man doesn’t know … Danny Rand died.
A new enemy and an uncertain destination
During special events by the 50th Anniversary of Iron Fist, Danny Rand diedAnd in the present, the heroes closest to him came from his funeral. Captain America, Wolverine, She-Hulk, The New Iron Fist (Lin Lie), Shang-Chi, Daredevil, Spider-Man, The Avengers, Jessica Jones and Luke Cage himself They are there to greet their fallen friend. But Marvel has already suggested that Danny may not have died foreveropening the door to your possible return.
AS Power Man explores this giftyou realize it This world is not exactly what has been remembered. In his time line, his wife and son had diedBut in this version They are still alivewho leaves him completely disconcerted. Before this dilemma, he decides to leave the earth and takes refuge in the darkest corners of the space Looking for answers.
The secret narrator of history: the void
One of the most interesting details of Power Man: Timeless #1 The fact is The story is not told by Luke Cage’s perspectiveBut through a mysterious voice that guides the narrative. Along the comic, It is revealed that this item belongs to emptinessthe terrifying entity linked to Sentinel.
According to the screenwriters Collin Kelly Y Jackson LanzingThis decision seeks Give a more psychological approach to history. Lanzing explained that the void not only acts as a narratorbut also reflects the fears, insecurities and the internal anger of Power Manwhich makes Luke’s largest battle A fight against yourself.
“The real threat to Luke Cage is not only the enemy in front of him, but the one inside”The authors said.
A new super -market and a cosmic conflict
But Power man Not only will he have to face his past and the ghosts of his mindbut also will face a new cosmic threat. According to the authors, in this story A supercad will debut that has been designed as a direct counterpoint to a character introduced in Timeless.
“This villain represents something that we have explored for some time: the secrets buried in our solar system for millions of years”They revealed the screenwriters.
Also, they advanced it in Third number of miniseries there will be Important changes y Unexpected characters While Power Man continues his journey through the cosmos.
When does Power Man arrives: Timeless #1?
The first issue of Power Man: timeless will be available from Wednesday 5 February 2025promising A story full of action, trips and internal conflicts What They will redefine the legacy of Luke Cage.
Marvel continues to expand its universe With more complex alternative and narrative versions, and this return of Power Man seems to be one of the most ambitious bets of the editorial. IsWill he be able to change the fate of his world or will his unleashed power make him a new threat? We will find out soon!