Who is Marvel's Fantomex? Weapon XIII - Literal "Split Personality"

This video explores the abilities, powers, and origin of the Marvel Comics character "Fantomex." From his birth as "Charlie-Cluster 7" by nano-machines and living in "The World," escape from the Weapon Plus program along with Weapon XII, having three brains and an external nervous system named E.V.A., using his interesting array of abilities to battle alongside the X-Men and X-Force against Ultimaton (Weapon XV), Deathlok cyborgs, as well as Xorn in the form of Magneto and his New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, him sacrificing his life to save Psylocke, to E.V.A. cloning him as three separate persons named Jean-Phillipe, Cluster, and Fantomex; Let's take a look at this unique Marvel superhero, and powerful ally of X-Force and the X-Men. This includes a short, canon character biography and my own opinionated "Sage Rating," which I use to give ratings of comic books and science fiction characters.
#Fantomex
#XCorporation
#Psylocke
#XMen
#XForce
#EVA
#Wolverine
#WeaponX
#CharlieCluster7
#Marvel
#MarvelComics
#NewSage

[@buckwilde2212]

I love the scene in which - I believe - X-Force is spying on some French supervillain group and they get Fantomex close enough to hear them in order to translate what they're saying... only for Fantomex to reply something along the lines of, "I don't speak French," followed shortly after by, "What? I just like the accent and it annoys people."

[@renzoyao2661]

Explaining about Fantomex is like being in a mathematics class.

[@ryanleatigaga7596]

Why does Fantomex look like the lovechild of Rorshach and Snake Eyes?

[@gilzineto]

I think hes actually inspired by diabolik or shit like this if I recall correctly!

[@Samson2323]

Ryan Leatigaga more like storm shadow

[@rcct44444]

Gilberto Egypto hes also based on Fantomas Look the books up High reccomendations

[@MH-ty7fb]

Because they wear masks and use a black and white color palette. It’s rather unimaginative.

[@levilamont8005]

Stormshadow.... he looks like Stormshadow

[@noobslayer135]

Fantomex is weird AF. Makes 100% sense when you realize he was created by Grant Morrison lol

[@matthewbennett1972]

noobslayer135 yep that explains everything. I’m surprised he didn’t rap battle Apocalypse to death

[@jamesboyd985]

He is an extremely complicated new mutant, but one of my favorites. The dark Angel Saga is probably some of the best stuff I've ever read in marvel, let alone the artwork. Eva, the world, he's out there but awesome. Weapon x program at its finest.

[@Someguywithalotoftism]

This is why I love grant Morrison, he has fun with the weird and makes it good. He makes concepts somehow more logical but weirder. I mean they're mutants, so have fun with the weird powers instead of making it generic like a lot of writers do.

[@juneberrysaint]

This dude has more powers than Superman.

[@markmolino6091]

Terribilis Stupri ,Lol good one

[@kiltedcripple]

That's not true, Superman has the ultimate superpower: the power to have powers he doesn't have.

[@rigobertomcfarlane1781]

@@kiltedcripple I've heard that so many times where can i read about it?

[@CorbCorbin]

Rigoberto McFarlane The Silver Age

[@justsomegreendude9034]

@@kiltedcripple hell nah

[@MisterInevitable]

Stumbled upon your channel 5 days ago, and I'm liking the content thus far

[@NewSage]

Thanks a lot! I'm glad you're liking the vids and sharing the channel's "vision!" Have a good one!

[@godswarriordaquanwhite4496]

Mister Inevitable same here it been five days also

[@nikdoggg2000]

Same and same. Solid all around.

[@lepotato135]

I stumbled across it just today and I subscribed right away. It's really good. 😶

[@kcvic]

he sounds as messed up as moon knight and they both wear white

[@NewSage]

LOL! Good comparison! I hadn't thought of that.

[@MarcAlcatraz]

exactly what i was thinking, team-up anyone?!

[@MarcAlcatraz]

and they both fight villians that wear the inverted version of their costume

[@Va1karius]

kcvic Actually, Moon Knight's costume is silver. An artist screwed up the color scheme. The reason his costume is silver/platinum is because Moon Knight was a werewolf hunter too.

[@MarcAlcatraz]

yeah thats correct Steven Chang but since his 1990's run he's been white and black

[@anthonyvoskuhl9200]

super underrated and under used character!

[@NewSage]

Yep... Maybe they'll shake things up a bit and give him a cameo in the Infinity War movies!... Wishful thinking! LOL!

[@adammyers05]

#Factz

[@rhaeghartargaryen871]

New Sage I'm digging your choice of characters that you review they all seem to have an edgy vibe to them and are quite extreme compared to the normal comic book characters. Very cool concept you got going here keep it up bro.

[@dominus3197]

Anthony Voskuhl Rick Remender run with him in Uncanny X-Force is Legendary. Made him my favorite X-character.

[@dantecrottogini529]

but when he is properly used he is one of the best characters

[@troymack8205]

Your channel is a hidden gem for sure, lovely info and straight to the point. Perfect for Marvel fans or fans of Heroes in general.

[@quentinduhart1791]

this guy sounds hard in a good way. it would be hard for them to make movie about this guy. wouldn't mind though

[@khaiphamba5991]

And that, my friends, is the dude appearing in the intro of every New Sage video. Now, due to his inflence on the New Sage channel, from my 1-10 rating, I'll give this dude a rating of 10, which a legendary rating!

[@bugkillaz1]

The most ridiculous character ever. Love it.

[@letsgoooo9200]

all i ask is for a fantomex arkham city type game

[@nash4life124]

This guy has made it into my top 10 best comic characters of all time!!!

[@geor349]

Damn this channel is fire keep going you will get big on youtube

[@NewSage]

+georpoo 001 - Thanks for the encouragement, and support! I'm glad you like the vids! Take care and have a good one!

[@geor349]

you too man

[@deadcool3227]

Actually Fantomex talks in a thick french accent because he likes it, and also because it annoys people XD

[@jmsta.romana4660]

Deadpool, you kicked his silly accent out of his mouth once, now he's a French X-Men member. (Hero Mutants)

[@DedHedZed]

one of my favorite characters. really wish they did more woth him.

[@jerrykenney3924]

They wanted to do so much with the character they split him into three entities lol.

[@jcsmooth70]

Amazing channel!! I truly feel like I'm watching the cliff notes for characters I never knew the full story line for back in the day lol.

[@SuperstarDJSupreme]

Your doing a great job so far. I usually listen to Comicsexplained. Great job so far.

[@NewSage]

+Douglas Jones - Thanks a lot! I'm glad you're liking the vids so far. I'm gonna keep them rolling! Have a good one! 👍

[@satansbitch7496]

I love your Videos, they're very informative and interesting and the characters you talk about are always lesser known and underrated which is good but could you give us some reading recommendations to the characters you talk about at the end of the Video?

[@Obaminator42069]

He looks sick. Really like this character

[@NevTheDeranged]

this guy literally sounds like they rolled a bunch of dice on the powers table and then halfassed the backstory to make it all fit.

[@saturncrush]

One if the coolest looking, cool name having, and cool powers jokers of recent years.

[@a.jabari3643]

Your channel is awesome and very helpful, keep going

[@NewSage]

+Ahmed Hassan El Gabary - Thanks bro! I'm glad you like the channel, and I appreciate your support! 😎

[@jjones2417]

A fan of your content. Good channel with short, informative videos in a nice format. Love Fantomex. I'd like to see Taskmaster. Maybe Bishop if you haven't done him yet. Keep up the good work, friend.

[@ryantheroux8531]

I first found him in x-force. That was a great run with 4 of my favorite "mutants"

[@dakotacouture9321]

He makes me think of G.I. Joe! This dude is awesome. I think him and Deadpool would be buddies.

[@BrianPhantom27]

Dakota Couture I agree, I wish he’s will be in the Deadpool movie or his own

[@lilbro1984]

If you read the Uncany X Force comics they were already on the same team! Check it out they're on a team with Wolverine, psylocke and archangel.

[@GabrielCruz85301]

Him and Gambit TEAMUP!

[@derekjones6228]

Thanks for the videos man, I watch a lot of shit about comic books and it's nice to see someone who covers some of the more little known people lime Fantomex and Shatterstar. I LOVED Shatterstar as a kid

[@carlosaverhart]

That Geto Boys reference pic at the end is dope. 😎🔥🔥🔥

[@urboislim2757]

Your channel is so dope 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@miyclops]

he needs a movie

[@SabreenRezvie]

so people can confuse him for french deadpool lol

[@prophessorz2409]

Rumors are he's in Deadpool 2 with X-Force.

[@jjmmm515]

Sabreen Rezvie lmao dude that cracked me up

[@WhiteScarf52]

Great video man.

[@anwarhall2405]

Some of these characters have overly complicated skills and abilities. This Fantomex character makes zero sense.

[@markmolino6091]

anwar hall ,Ent thank you bro ,it really doh make any sense.

[@_gamepoint_]

Which of his powers confused you?

[@oldcowbb]

too many x-men, not just the abilities, the origin is overly complicated

[@Va1karius]

@@oldcowbb Which character? @NewSage breaks them down for new people.

[@brianlawrence8456]

Yeah I’m still processing how he’s with his female brain. And killed but not he seems dangerous but my brain hurts

[@keqing2099]

Thank you for the video!

[@josephguigli5390]

Astonishing video ya comic book nerd! My X-Force I. Q. has leveled up. I need a video on Jubilee, that is if you don't already have a video on your channel that I recently subscribed to.

[@kangtheconqueror938]

I'm new here and I'm loving it. More Marvel please. Can you do one of The Annihilators!!

[@jaynelson1762]

Reading Xforce now and this video is a big help I was getting well confused.

[@FNComicGuy]

Your who I come to when I need information on a hero or villain

[@Gillah_Ville]

He's being introduced to a game I play had to come back to the Gr8 Sage to rewatch this to refamiliarize myself with him. Salute

[@NewSage]

My man!!! 😲 (In Momoa Aquaman voice) 😅😎

[@Dokia7]

Marvel future fight?

[@Gillah_Ville]

Dokia7 yes

[@brandonmanuel6753]

hey sage i love your. channel i was and still am comic book fan. I miss the 90s when it was still booming i use to have the old cards with the scores on them

[@NewSage]

Thanks for the compliment! I'm glad you like the channel!... And yeah... You mentioned the good ole' days!... Ahhh...

[@brandonclyde6350]

bruh no one and I mean no one should put a thumbs down for not liking this video not because of the character but because Sage went into full detail mode like for real. I got to give you the props man thanks for all the info and keep it moving I will stay tuned.

[@NewSage]

+Brandon Clyde - Thanks a lot for the compliment and support! I'm just glad most people like the vids, bro. I'm gonna keep 'em rolling! 👍

[@fightflicks4823]

Your videos are awesome!!!!

[@chiaxiong8739]

He's Storm Shadow lol

[@socialmedia4637]

@NotSnarl Don't say his name, Firefly don't like that

[@maxxpowerstallone7371]

hey man love your Channel I'm pretty sure you have a line up already but you should totally do a video on the masked Phantasm. Andre Beaumont need some love on one of these comic channels.

[@marklaing6694]

That was cool comparing them to the Gheto Boyz at the last second!!!

[@randypeterson7045]

That X-Force Picture When they have On Black & Grey Is Dope Af 🖤🤍🖤

[@dominus3197]

Fantomex is my favorite Character. Sheer genius.

[@angelmcclees9401]

Morning Sage. If you would my good man, please do Archangel next or Darkhawk if you perfer. Thank you!

[@jadentab3415]

He created Evan by cloning Apocalypse. He was trying to prove that even though a person is born to be evil, it does not mean that he will definitely be evil in the future. Even though this created a lot problems, but I kind of like his idea.

[@mrcomment5980]

I wish he was more popular he's such a solid character

[@urbanessentials7753]

I really thought he was Gambit at first. Clearly he's not ,but the accent,trench coat,and Misdirection/charm abilities seemed close

[@shinthemouth2663]

accent?

[@alexanderbyrne9684]

@@shinthemouth2663 french and french creole

[@silvertemplar8061]

One of the few heroes with Nanite manipulation, a really cool power.

[@thomasleongeorgerobertglad7560]

Please do a bideo on the Brotherhood Of Evil Mutants (every incarnation if posible)

[@iandarr6789]

Do a video on Death's Head!!

[@brandonmcdaniel5447]

Damn! Bangin' Psylocke! Fantomex's got game!

[@jimmyhoffa2530]

That is a complicated character but very cool.

[@Jdawgwatchr56]

One of the best mutants I ever read.

[@reodimitri]

What a complicated character ‼️😳🤯😮

[@rishipal8789]

New sage u got that dope intro tho can you tell where pick it up from

[@AmedeeBoulette]

What an incredible character!

[@DesmondGraves]

I imagine Grant Morrison was inspired by the Diabolik character from Italy. Invert the color scheme, add a coat, guns and a weird origin.

[@jimmyhoffa2530]

Is that Thing at 7:57 with the metal on his face and tubes out of his back????

[@remmasangcay5348]

Where can I find the thumbnail of fathomex?

[@richcuadra1401]

very cool thanks

[@KUNGLO]

Bruh!!! If you got time do a Image's Super Patriot video or DC's Milstone Blood Syndicate plz. Keep up the good work 👍

[@NewSage]

I got you! Super Patriot has been on the list for a minute. It'll still be awhile, but he (and they) will come! Have a good one!

[@Blakk_Wolf7]

Do a video on Namor! Also Maul of the Wildcats & Backlash of Stormwatch

[@arctorus1807]

Awesome vid just keep the images more in sync with the speech and it's perfect.

[@NewSage]

Thanks! And I'm trying my best, bro! Quirky video editing software, that doesn't have that functionality. But I'm getting better at manually timing it though! LOL! Have a good one!

[@brownsinatra2748]

definitely one of my favorite

[@strikewolf6104]

Same

[@bugdroid1000]

Fantomx seems like such an interesting character. I never knew about EVA! that's interesting. With your videos, the slides seem to be at low resolution until they stop, it's like once they stop, then a second later they load in full res. does anyone notice this? great video,!!!!

[@NewSage]

Yeah. Fantomex is one of the coolest "underrated" characters out! And the way the images transition is normal for that particular "style" that I selected from the options I have in my software. It's supposed to be some type of "blurring" effect! LOL! But great attention to detail, and thanks for your constructive input... and support! Have a good one!

[@adammyers05]

I'm a huge fan of Illusions, misdirection, and reality skewing. can you name/recommend ANY OTHER characters that do these any of these things? doesn't have to be Marvel based. Thanks in advance. Links or names will do.

[@johnnyalba6000]

I made Fantomex an instant tier 2 character on Marvel Future Fight he's dope af especially in the x force comics with deadpool wolverine Archangel and psylocke and at the end nightcrawler

[@House.Of.Pain.]

That Geto Boys pic next to them villains pic is everything lmao

[@JakeTheMuss10454]

Yo Sage wussup with Bios of Villains the really almost unkown like Mr. Hyde, Psycho-Man, Dragon-Man the Grey Gargoyle etc.?

[@gentlefistinfinity9780]

Hey New Sage I'm a big fan of Fantomex. What do you think about Scott Adkins playing this character in a X-Force movie. What a sight that would be.

[@midrashchannel9940]

I appreciate the backstory! I'd stopped reading comics during the time he came out. I've seen him a couple of times. Ik know Professor X was using his body. I think he's cool but kinda deadpool-light. Btw I think this is the longest vid you've done.

[@davidram9511]

What a convoluted character

[@fernandopichardo2503]

PLEASE do daken

[@tyronerobinson9716]

I enjoyed it

[@youngwolf1574]

One of the best youtuber

[@NewSage]

My man!!! (In Momoa's Aquaman voice)

[@Brooklyn_Bleek]

good job! How about Blue Marvel, ICON or Miracleman/Marvelman? Some Valiant/Ultraverse/Dakotaverse comics heroes would be cool too. Thanks.

[@NewSage]

Thanks! Those are good suggetions, and some of them will be coming in the future! Glad you liked the vid, and have a good one!

[@j.b.998]

Dope channel fam...keep up the hard work...be sure to provide contact info (email addy) in your ABOUT section of this channel for viewers/fans to; msg you, link up & collaborate with you, suggest characters or etc... again...keep up the good work & looking forward to more

[@3dagalathor]

how would win between Fantomex and Midniter?

[@kingakira13]

You are awesome

[@Nomore304s]

Frenchpool and his plot armor piercing bullets.

[@silvertemplar8061]

Oh this guy looks so cool.

[@ghostwithknife416]

Now, this is no fault on you, but I still have no clue what exactly Fantomex is or does.

[@jeffreyredding9229]

Deadpool 3 maybe... it's funny the most interesting characters are overlooked. That back story is amazing.

[@NewSage]

I know! Unique, deep, slightly confusing, and amazing all rolled into one! LOL! Overall, Fantomex is a beast though! He's, definitely, got a fan here. I'll be waiting to buy tickets for his big screen release... If that ever happened!

[@mynewchanel]

Damn ive only seen him in ur intro and i thought it was bane this whole time

[@BlackJezuzBaby]

Me, too! 😂

[@Gemini_Godhand]

I've listened to this review several times and I still don't know what this character is all about! I wonder if he would make an appearance in the MCU in a Deadpool movie?

[@russellsimien7936]

Ay Sage maybe u can help. See everybody else Ive asked on social media either didnt kno or didnt respond to ths question. The question is, what is the name of the being Madame Web spoke of in the amazing Spider-Man on FoxKids series back in the dy.Its an extremely brief mention of a being who devours entire universes. I tried to go back to find out his name but wasnt able to do so. Can u help me. Obviously ths has to be a creature high on the echelon of power and beatability. Also Id be curious to kno how u rate god power Goku, his highest lvl vs whoever. Where do rate him in ur opinion. Also Tommy the White Ranger, able to use his Tiger Zord and also the Green Rangers Dragon Zord simultaneously if he desired and also with the skills and powers acquired after the ninja upgrade and also with the power to increase his own size as well minus the Zords as the Green Ranger did b4 in a couple episodes I believe. Where would u rate him in relation to anyone and everyone.

[@coreykindle5892]

russell simien the being she spoke of is probably Galactus. Look him up to double check

[@russellsimien7936]

Corey Kindle Naw I actually found out who it was: Dormammu

[@coreykindle5892]

Oh ok

[@blossomfirefan123]

WHAT A GREAT WEAPON!

[@josesantiago1468]

in what issue is it stated that cable dies every day

[@muzikalen00guru]

Shatterstar for future video ?

[@kingpacman_9118]

Kinda wanna see Red Hood(JT) vs Fantomex in a gunslinger dual

[@MARCO-ij7vr]

well.... we can all agree that he has a tons of abilities and its a bit confusing, but gaw damn! he is one of the most op and at the same time the coolest caracters lately xD and plus he amke out with psylocke so its definitely a win kkkkkk

[@agentcinder1713]

how long does it take to make a video?

[@freetownmkteer]

Soooooo convoluted. I’m good.