The Marvel Universe is full of incredible characters, from powerful superheroes to cunning villains. Among them, clones are a recurring theme, with many of them possessing incredible abilities and serving as both allies and enemies. However, not all clones in the Marvel Universe are created equal, and some are downright dangerous. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the 10 most dangerous clones in the Marvel Universe. From deadly assassins to unstoppable beasts, these clones are a force to be reckoned with, and their powers and abilities make them a serious threat to heroes and villains alike. So, buckle up and get ready to explore the dark side of cloning in the Marvel Universe.
10 Most Dangerous Clones in The Marvel Universe
Charles Xavier
In the Marvel Universe, X stands out as one of the most intricate and formidable clones. This clone, also known as the clone body of Professor Charles Xavier, is particularly remarkable for embodying the mind and spirit of Charles Xavier within the reconstructed body of Fantomex. X was pieced back together after being torn apart in a fierce conflict with the Shadow King. However, the current incarnation of X has forsaken Professor Xavier’s vision of peaceful coexistence with humanity. Rather than pursuing that goal, X has donned a Cerebro helmet and played a key role in establishing Krakoa, an island nation.
Evan Sabahnur
One of the most influential clones in the Marvel Universe of late is Evan Sabahnur, also known as Kid Apocalypse. His beginnings are shrouded in mystery, but he ended up at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning where he was astounded to see his resemblance to the infamous villain, Apocalypse. With guidance from Dakken and the new Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, Evan discovered that he is, in fact, a clone. Fantomex took him under his wing and gave him a home. Later, Deadpool became his friend and caregiver. In the 2014 Marvel crossover event AXIS, Kid Apocalypse played a pivotal role, evolving into an adult version of Apocalypse.
Madelyne Prior
Madelyn Pryor, also known as the clone of Jean Grey, is one of the most potent clones in the Marvel Universe. For a long time, people believed that she was just a woman who bore a striking resemblance to Jean. However, it was eventually revealed that she was, in fact, a clone of the legendary mutant hero, created by none other than Mister Sinister. After marrying and having a child with Scott Summers, only to be abandoned by him and have their child stolen, Madelyn made a pact with a demon named S’ym in a dream. She became the Goblin Queen, activating her latent mutant powers that she inherited from Jean and enhancing them significantly.
X-23
Among Marvel’s heroes, Wolverine stands out as one with deep connections to the realm of cloning. Designed as a weapon for the Weapon X initiative, Logan quickly became a prime target for cloning experiments. Dr. Sarah Kinney was successful in creating a female clone of Wolverine, combining genetic material from both Logan and herself to bring X-23 to life. Renamed as Laura Kinney, X-23 emerged as a formidable mutant hero, battling fiercely against evil. Though she initially fled the cloning program, Laura eventually encountered Wolverine and assumed his mantle as a protector of the innocent.
Inheritors
This particular set of clones is actually a clan, and they have rightfully earned their place in Spider-Man lore for delivering one of his most riveting storylines in recent times. The group of clones in question is the vampiric family of clones, collectively known as The Inheritors, who thrive on the life force of Spider-heroes. Hailing from Loomworld, The Inheritors prey on various Spider-heroes from different dimensions, hunting them down relentlessly. In both Spider-Verse and Spider-Geddon, it was revealed that these villains possess the ability to cheat death by transferring their essence into clone bodies fabricated by the Inheritor Jennix, thus endowing them with near-immortality in the Marvel multiverse.
Ben Reilly
The Jackal of Spider-Man’s second clone was Ben Reilly, created to torment and harm Spider-Man due to The Jackal’s belief that Spider-Man was responsible for Gwen Stacey’s death. During their first encounter, it appeared that both The Jackal and Ben had perished, but they managed to survive. Since then, Ben has become a significant figure in the Spider-Man universe. He has frequently faced off against Kaine and has taken on the identity of the Scarlet Spider. However, he has also come dangerously close to becoming a villain. In recent years, he even assumed the role of The Jackal for his own cloning experiments using the company New U Technologies.
Kaine
Spider-Man is no stranger to cloning, having undergone the process multiple times throughout his adventures. The creation of his clones has led to some thrilling experiences for the web-slinger. The initial clone, Kaine, was produced by his adversary, The Jackal, also known as Miles Warren. Unfortunately, Kaine suffered from a genetic abnormality which resulted in scarring on his face. However, he also developed new abilities such as an acid touch and precognition. Kaine has had a tumultuous relationship with heroism and villainy, often taking lives but also showing a willingness to sacrifice himself for the greater good.
Otto Octavius
A notable clone in the Marvel Universe is Otto Octavius, whose powerful clone deserves attention. During the Spider-Verse event, the Superior Spider-Man learned that he would lose his body to Peter Park once more. Thus, he uploaded a copy of his consciousness into an AI program, which he eventually transferred into an Octobot. Subsequently, Otto utilized the Jackal’s technology to clone a body for himself, merging his DNA with Spider-Man’s to create a Proto-Clone. As a result, he acquired an advanced and significantly more potent clone body.
Carrion
Carrion, a unique villain, stands out as the original version of the character was a clone. However, subsequent villains who used this name were not clones. The first villain, who was actually a decaying clone of Dr. Miles Warren, aka The Jackal, emerged from a stasis tube long after Warren’s death. This clone was filled with hatred towards Spider-Man, who he blamed for the deaths of Warren and Gwen Stacy. He captured Spider-Man and nearly succeeded in killing him, but the hero survived while the original Carrion did not.
Red Skull
In the Marvel Universe, the Red Skull emerged as a formidable clone. Following the conflict of Avengers vs X-Men, the Red Skull reappeared without explanation, assembling his own group of S-Men to aid in his quest to eliminate all mutants from the Marvel Universe. To do so, he acquired Professor X’s body and extracted a portion of the mutant leader’s brain, integrating it with his own. In time, he also oversaw the creation of Hydra Steve Rodgers, who went on to instigate the Secret Empire event. However, this decision proved to be the clone’s undoing when the newly-evil Steve Rodgers led a rebellion against the clone’s Hydra organization, resulting in its downfall.
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