An interconnected universe, either in comics or on the big screen, will inevitably cause problems with continuity. The Marvel Cinematic Universe already has this problem to a certain degree because there are still so many solo movies that could’ve been resolved faster had someone called for help. However, the X-Men being left to their own devices is far more problematic because they’re often targeted by the United States government instead of some random villain. Shouldn’t the Avengers use their influence to help them?
In the comics, sometimes the Avengers do help out. This could be seen in the storyline for “Avengers” #12, written by Jed McKay with art from Francesco Mortarino. The X-Men have been dealing with Orchis, an anti-mutant operation that develops Sentinel production plants. The Avengers, led by Iron Man, engage in a full-on assault to take down the plants before they cause more problems.
This plotline, and others like it, see the Avengers helping mutants when they can. Of course, it’s easy to see this as a “few and far between” scenario where the Avengers only lend aid when convenient. Granted, the Avengers get busy with their own problems, sometimes going to other planets to deal with intergalactic threats. It’s understandable to be spread too thin sometimes, but on the other side of the coin, they could do more.
Although they both fight for the side of good, the Avengers don’t often come to the aid of the X-Men when they face adversity. Here are the reasons why. Read More