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The initial trailer for X-Men '97 featured familiar music, visuals, and character designs that prompted some fans to feel cautiously optimistic. However, as more details emerged, concerns grew. Notably, the character Morph was highlighted as a non-binary character—a notable departure from the original series.
In the 90s X-Men, Morph was portrayed as a lighthearted, sympathetic mutant with a strong bond to Wolverine. The new iteration describes Morph as non-binary, with a characterization that emphasizes this aspect, including his relationship with Wolverine and others. The trailer portrayed Morph as a "lighter" character, but fans couldn’t help but notice the change in terminology and characterization: