The new Marvel Comics series Uncanny Avengers has left us with the revelation of who is under the mask of the villainous Captain America.
In the world of comics, where heroes and villains are often intertwined in complex plots, Marvel has revealed a surprising connection between the X-Men’s worst enemy and Captain America. This revelation not only adds a layer of mystery to Marvel’s exciting narratives, but also raises questions of identity, loyalty and morality in a seemingly nothing universe.
Hero’s Mask: Captain Krakoa’s true identity
Orchis, known for being openly at war with mutants, used propaganda and subversive tactics to sway public opinion. Its most intriguing asset is a mysterious villain who poses as Captain Krakoa, the mutants’ greatest hero. At first glance, this character appears to be a beacon of hope for mutants, but his true self reveals more menace.
In “Uncanny Avengers #4,” the heroes come face to face with the mutant powers of Orchis. The group, which now includes Blob, scores a major victory against the Fenris twins, leaving Captain Krakoa as the only active member of the Orcs. Originally, Scott Summers (Cyclops) held the mantle of Captain Krakoa as a symbol to the public, but the current Captain Krakoa is a villain whose identity remains a mystery. However, Captain America discovers that this enemy is a super soldier very similar to the Sentinel Freedom Avenger.
Another Steve Rogers: Captain America from the dark side
The story of this other Steve Rogers begins in “Captain America: Sam Wilson #7”, where he is presented as an alternate version of Steve, under the influence of the Cosmic Cubic sentient, Kobik, Hydra. Although identical to his original Earth counterpart, he was masqueraded as the captain of Hydra, which he gave to a world controlled by this fascist organization.
During “Secret Empire”, Commander-in-Chief Rogers, a version of Hydra, took over SHIELD and the US government. Although the real Steve Rogers was eventually restored and put an end to his evil counterpart’s machinations, this villainous Rogers managed to escape. A hideout in the Davian city of Ashomia, where Kobik could not reach him.
A new role for an old villain: Captain Krakoa
Orchis revives Commander Rogers and gives him a new chance to continue his mission. Posing as Captain Krakoa, this crooked Rogers not only hides in plain sight, but also influences war and public opinion. His ability to damage the world’s mutant reputation is especially significant now that the world regards Captain America as a symbol of truth and justice.
Revealing Captain Krakoan’s true identity to his worst enemies forces Supreme Commander Rogers to stop hiding his identity. Being seen as Captain America is a big plus for him and Orchis, especially with the high level of international anti-mutant sentiment.
Unexpected twist: The sacrifice of Steve Rogers
In “AX: Eve of Judgment #1,” Marvel’s Judgment Day saw the then-first Eternal Dragoon declare war on the human body. To prevent a global holocaust, Earth’s mightiest heroes, the Avengers, awaken the dormant Celestial Mountain and subject all of the planet’s living population to Celestial Judgment. Steve Rogers is sacrificed in the process, but his death miraculously unites the world. Their sacrifice was so significant that the Krakoa Mutants broke the most important law by raising humanity for the first time, an act that united the world’s people in their determination to protect those in need.
This act not only showed Steve’s importance to the world, but also gave Orchis the perfect subversive task: she resurrected Grand Commander Rogers as Captain Krakoa. As the resurrection of the real Steve Rogers unites humanity against a real threat, Orchis uses the resurrection of her villainous counterpart to unite humanity against a mass-produced threat.
The revelation of the relationship between the X-Men’s archenemy and Captain America adds a surprising layer to the rich narrative in the Marvel Universe, raising deep questions about identity, loyalty and morality in a world where appearances are deceptive.