Magneto, a multifaceted character in Marvel Comics, has long been recognized as both a formidable villain and, at times, a heroic figure among mutants. In the recent issue of Resurrection of Magneto #2, his complex nature takes center stage as he grapples with the weight of his actions and their consequences.
Written by Al Ewing and illustrated by Luciano Vecchio, the story continues from the previous installment, with Storm encountering Magneto trapped in a state of torment. It’s revealed that Magneto is subjecting himself to a self-imposed penance, meticulously acknowledging the countless lives lost due to his actions and beliefs.
Storm witnesses the extensive list of names representing those who perished directly or indirectly because of Magneto, highlighting his status as one of Marvel’s deadliest adversaries. However, there’s a revelation: Storm rearranges the display to showcase the multitude of lives saved by Magneto throughout his history, far outnumbering those lost.Confronted with this perspective, Magneto begins to reconsider his legacy. Storm further urges him by recounting recent events, including the peril faced by mutants on Krakoa. With newfound resolve, Magneto decides to return to life, utilizing a magical key obtained in a flashback.
Exiting the mutant purgatory, Magneto and Storm find themselves in darkness, encountering the Shadow King, hinting at a journey into the Astral Plane, a realm where the dead sometimes find a pathway back to the living.
The narrative sets the stage for further exploration in Resurrection of Magneto #3, promising answers to the mysteries unveiled.
