X-Men '97 kills Gambit: analyzing the death and potential return via Apocalypse
X-Men '97 episode 5, "Remember It," features the shocking death of Gambit (Remy LeBeau) during a devastating attack on Genosha by the Sentinels. The episode delivers a tragic, heroic end for the character who had been struggling with feelings of inadequacy. However, given comic book precedent — particularly involving the mutant Apocalypse, who has a history with Gambit and resurrection abilities — the death may not be permanent. The article explores narrative clues and comic lore suggesting Gambit could return in a new form.
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'Remember It' is a devastating episode of X-Men '97, and it ends with the death of a major character.
Gambit's death is tragic, but it's also heroic. He goes out saving the person he loves most.
There's a lot of precedent for seemingly dead members of the X-Men to return, especially when Apocalypse is involved.
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