'He still has that punchable face': Fans abuzz over Bolivar Trask's 'X-Men '97' first look image

Marvel fans are buzzing with excitement after catching the first look of Bolivar Trask ahead of the premiere of 'X-Men '97'
PUBLISHED MAR 18, 2024
 A still from 'X-Men '97' (@Disney)
A still from 'X-Men '97' (@Disney)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Marvel Studios is undeniably keeping fans on the edge of their seats with a constant stream of updates about their much-anticipated projects.

From new trailers and casting announcements to sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes looks, the studio is providing content to keep fans engaged and excited.

After unveiling the trailer for 'X-Men '97', the series based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men, Marvel has now treated fans with Bolivar Trask's first look.



 

Fans feel happy after seeing the first look of Bolivar Trask in 'X-Men '97'

After the first look at Bolivar Trask, the internet is buzzing with excitement for the animated series, which is making a comeback after an incredible 27 years.

Fans took to X to express their excitement and thoughts about the iconic character after his first look was revealed.

A fan commented, "I feel I should binge the original show. There are plot points I do not remember. I remember Master Mold showing up, but I don’t remember what happened to him." Sharing a picture of Bolivar Trask, a fan jokingly remarked, "Why does this dude look like Pedro Pascal?"



 



 

Another fan questioned, "Why do they making him has kind face tho?" Another female fan expressed, "He could lowkey hit idk," suggesting that the character has a certain charm or appeal.



 



 

Another fan exclaimed, "WHY’D THEY MAKE HIM HOT ?!?!!?" expressing excitement at the first look of Bolivar Trask. A fan expressed curiosity, asking, "Why's he kinda hot in the reboot now?"



 



 

A fan humorously commented, "He still has that punchable face after all these years," indicating a lasting impression of the character's unlikable appearance. A fan commented, "Idk why, but he’s giving of Phantom Limb vibes from ‘The Ventures Brothers’," drawing a comparison between Bolivar Trask and Phantom Limb.



 



 

Another social media user asked, "Why would they make one of the main racists relatively good looking in a "haven't slept for 2 days and is running on 1 cup of coffee" sort of way?" Another fan remarked, "Why does he look like Howard Stark?" pointing out a resemblance between Bolivar Trask and the character Howard Stark from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Another fan commented, "Stark."



 



 



 

What is the plot of 'X-Men '97'?

The animated series will continue from where its predecessor left off, depicting the aftermath of Professor X's death and the challenges faced by the superhero team without their leader.

A still from the 'X-Men 97' (@Disney+)
A still from the 'X-Men 97' (@Disney+)

The official synopsis for 'X-Men '97' reads, “Storm and Wolverine try to continue the X-Men. Magneto comes in and wants to step up for Charles Xavier. Sinister comes in to try to end the X-Men once and for all.”

The animated series is created by Beau DeMayo.

'X-Men '97' is scheduled to premiere its first two episodes on March 20, 2024 on Disney+

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