Strange Times for Superheroes

Isn’t it wild how the world of pop culture has flipped upside down? Characters who used to live in the dark shadows of comic book stores, known only to the nerdy elite, are now hot tickets and A-lister fodder! I mean, who would have thought everyone would be talking about Bucky Barnes and the Peacemaker over their morning coffee?

Shatterstar: The Hero We Didn’t Know We Needed

So, here’s a spicy idea: let’s talk about a ’90s Extreme X-Men flick featuring none other than Shatterstar! Recently, Lewis Tan, the guy who donned the role of Shatterstar in the Deadpool movies, floated the idea of his character taking a solo trip through the peculiar Mojoverse. “I popped up in both Deadpool movies, but they didn’t really dive into my character much,” Tan mentioned. “How cool would it be to explore the Mojoworld? With today’s obsession with screens and social media, it just fits. This place is like a twisted version of a reality show set in a Mad Max world, obsessed with gladiator-style duels for entertainment. Talk about timely!”

A Glimpse into Shatterstar’s Wild Past

For those not in the know, Shatterstar broke onto the scene in 1991’s New Mutants #99, during a time when the original team morphed into the paramilitary squad known as X-Force. And let’s just say, his look—double-bladed sword, a headgear that would make any fashionista cringe, and a deep-seated brooding nature—screamed ’90s badassery!

The Mojoverse and Its Peculiarities

What’s the scoop on Mojoverse, you ask? It’s this vibrant world ruled by Mojo—a slug-like entity who’s basically a stand-in for all those film execs out there. The spineless ones, as they’re called, whip up gladiators like Shatterstar to keep the masses entertained. Although, over time, they’ve tried to add layers to his character, featuring a softer side with Rictor, he still mostly comes off as a lethal weapon with a heart of… well, a bit of fluff.

Lewis Tan’s Wishful Thinking

Lewis Tan, with his action-packed roles in Shadow and Bone and Mortal Kombat, is pumped about his character’s potential. “We could explore Shatterstar’s depths and make it a cool action flick,” he hinted, while still keeping the thrilling fights at the forefront. Remember when people scoffed at Shatterstar for being the epitome of ’90s excess? Well, if Deadpool can be a hit, then why not Shatterstar?

Taking Tips from the Classics

Tan thinks the project could ride the wave of success in a way similar to how Gambit was handled. “He had a cameo, people loved it, and now they’re gearing up for a full-blown story in a more serious tone. Let’s just say, we could totally go down that path with Shatterstar!”

The New Norm for Superhero Movies

Twenty years ago, pitching a Shatterstar film would have seemed laughable. But hey, these days, anything goes—and honestly, that’s what makes it so exciting!