Marvel Plot Points

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Watcher Datafile: Sauron ’97

Previously appearing in the Breakout event, Sauron now appears here as a Watcher character for the Animated Series. I love Sauron, my precious dinosaur-making boy.

July 10, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Omega Red ’97

I’m shocked we never covered Omega Red! Well, the Soviet super-soldier himself is here now, ready to whiplash your heroes.

July 9, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Mojo ’97

Mojoworld has come to Plot Points! Whenever Mojo appeared on the show when I was a kid, I was so excited, because it meant for an exciting episode. Enjoy!

July 8, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Sabretooth ’97

Wolverine’s greatest foe has come to Plot Points. He appeared as a hero in the official X-Men book as a Hero, but the cartoon version appears now as a Watcher … Continue reading

July 7, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Mystique ’97

The mother of Nightcrawler and adopted mother of Rogue serves as a sinister foe of the X-Men, and the perfect enemy at your table. She has previously appeared in the … Continue reading

July 6, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Juggernaut ’97

Juggernaut, the brother of Xavier, needed a little love, so we’ve brought him here to Plot Points. You’ll recall we’ve previously featured Juggernaut, but this one serves as the one … Continue reading

July 5, 2026 · Leave a comment

X-Men ’97 Mini Event: Night of the Sentinels

This mini event is built around the opening premise of X-Men: The Animated Series, where Jubilee is outed as a young mutant, attacked by Sentinels, rescued by the X-Men, and … Continue reading

July 4, 2026 · Leave a comment

Hero Datafile: Archangel ’97

Archangel is one of the most visually striking mutants in the X-Men ’97 era: a beautiful, tragic figure turned into a weapon by Apocalypse. His steel wings, razor feathers, and … Continue reading

July 3, 2026 · Leave a comment

Hero Datafile: Psylocke ’97

Psylocke hasn’t gotten featured much in the new show much, but I’m hoping to see more of her this season. Psylocke brings a cool, dangerous edge to the mutant side … Continue reading

July 2, 2026 · Leave a comment

Watcher Datafile: Apocalypse ’97

“I know more of this world than you can even dream. That is why I must destroy it!” Apocalypse, an Event-level threat, as seen across the X-Men cartoon series.

July 1, 2026 · Leave a comment

Hero Datafile: Professor X ’97

“Too many have died, Magnus, but we both have the power to end it. Restore the damage done to Earth.” This is a modification to a previous datafile, adapted to … Continue reading

June 30, 2026 · Leave a comment

X-Men ’97 Week(s) Returns!

Welcome back to X-Men week(s)! As season 2 of the hit series kicks off, we’ll be featuring new content every single day! For Two weeks! For the next two weeks, … Continue reading

June 29, 2026 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Mr. Sinister

“You think peacocking will make you whole again? Think it will rebuild your past? If so, truly, you did not think at all.” – Mr. Sinister Nathaniel Essex is truly … Continue reading

August 29, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Prime Sentinels

“The Prime Sentinels were never your family. They did not choose to become slaves to hate.” – Storm The Prime Sentinels were a terrifying enemy in the first season of … Continue reading

August 27, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Sentinels

I worked on the Sentinels for the Marvel Heroic X-Men book, and so I was super excited to bring them back to X-Men 97. The heroes’ best bet is to … Continue reading

August 9, 2024 · 2 Comments

Datafiles: Friends of Humanity and X-Cutioner

The most dangerous human bigots in the world are ready to storm The Capitol. I really hate these guys. Have fun beating them up!

August 7, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafiles: Magneto ’97

“Xavier’s sacrifice brought about a world more tolerant towards mutants. I am indebted to honor his last wish, even if his X-Men won’t trust me. Perhaps they are right not to. … Continue reading

August 2, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Forge ’97

“I could live forever. And still, my endless imagination would never conceive of a thing as perfect as you.” -Forge Your favorite inventor has arrived at Marvel Plot Points! I remember … Continue reading

July 12, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Cable ’97

“Maybe you two should’ve listened to what time’s got to say about my mom.” – Cable Cable, the no-nonsense man-on-a-mission is here! Cable had a lot of great development this … Continue reading

June 26, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Bishop ’97

“I’m back in the future again, nothing’s changed. It’s all just like I left it.” – Bishop Your favorite time-traveling cop is back, charging himself up and charging into action. I … Continue reading

June 24, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Nightcrawler ’97

“There is no love without sin, for love is best measured in what we forgive.” -Nightcrawler Our beautiful blue demon is back! Jayson did a great job at creating him … Continue reading

June 11, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Sunspot ’97

“Video games are for nerds!” – Sunspot It was great to see a new character stepping into Jubilee’s role as the “new kid.” I can’t wait to see where else … Continue reading

June 7, 2024 · Leave a comment

Datafile: Jubilee ’97

Arcade Manager: “Hey, you! Do you know how much that game costs?” Jubilee : “Yeah, a quarter.” Our favorite teenager has risen again! I loved seeing her take on a … Continue reading

June 6, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Morph ’97

“She can’s say it, but I can…” -Morph Happy Pride! Your favorite non-binary shapeshifter has arrived! One of my favorite activities both as a kid, and also as an adult … Continue reading

June 3, 2024 · 6 Comments

Datafile: Beast ’97

“Perhaps the Professor’s vision for the future was too nearsighted, and begging for your tolerance was our first mistake.” – Beast I love the big, beautiful blue Beast. He always … Continue reading

May 29, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Storm ’97

“And them weather your mind.” – Storm Ororo had one of the biggest arcs of the season. Storm is one of the most powerful of the X-Men, and her absence … Continue reading

May 27, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Gambit ’97

The name’s Gambit, mon ami. Remember it.” – Gambit My other favorite X-Man! Honestly, I just wanted the chance to work on Rogue and Gambit when this whole event kicked … Continue reading

May 24, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Rogue ’97

“Lighten up on your speeches, Sugar.” – Rogue My favorite X-Man, Rogue was the first X-Man I requested to work on when this whole project began. I absolutely love the … Continue reading

May 22, 2024 · 1 Comment

Datafile: Wolverine ’97

“MOOOOORPH!!!!!” -Wolverine It’s the Tiny Dancer himself, the most ferocious X-Man of all, Wolverine! Jayson has once again knocked it out of the park (He’s been in charge of all … Continue reading

May 21, 2024 · 1 Comment

Hero Datafile: Jean Grey ’97

“I can’t fight it! Not every second of every day, never slipping, not even for an instant, Scott, please!” – Jean Grey The X-Men’s foremost telekinetic has been through the … Continue reading

May 17, 2024 · 2 Comments

Hero Datafile: Cyclops ’97

“JEAN!!” – Cyclops The X-Men’s Boy Scout comes into his own as a leader. I’m gonna be honest, I’ve never liked Cyclops until the new show. I’m really enjoying seeing … Continue reading

May 15, 2024 · 2 Comments

X-Men ’97 Unleashes its Omega-Level Power on Plot Points

EXCELSIOR, TRUE BELIEVERS! Marvel Plot Points is back! Thanks to Seamus, one of our longest-serving writers, the team has reassembled to create a brand new event. We’re tackling X-Men ’97, … Continue reading

May 13, 2024 · 1 Comment

To Me, My X-Men

’nuff said.

May 8, 2024 · 1 Comment

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