Warning: Spoilers for What If…? Galactus Transformed Gambit #1Gambitis about to becomeGalactus' next herald, achieving a new level of power that puts him on a god-tier level above theX-Men. The Ragin' Cajun has unlocked his most powerful form to date, including an upgrade to his classic weapon, as Gambit takes his rightful place among Marvel’s cosmic hierarchy.
AIPTjust unveiled an exclusive first look atWhat If…? Galactus Transformed Gambit#1 by Josh Trujillo and Manuel Garcia, the first in a series of one-shots chronicling alternate realities where Galactus selects various Marvel heroes as his heralds. In this story,Gambit is chosen by the World-Eater, and he undergoes a major transformationto befit his newfound role as Galactus' herald.
Gambit’s striking new costumesignals his upgrade, ashe’s charged with the Power Cosmic by Galactus, ascending to unforeseen heights as this fan-favorite X-Man graduates from hero to herald.
Gambit Unleashes the Power Cosmic as He Becomes Galactus' Herald
What If…? Galactus Transformed Gambit#1 Variant Cover by Edwin Galmon
Galactus must consume planets in order to sustain himself, so he appoints his heralds with the purpose of scouring the cosmos for worlds he can fuel himself with. These heralds are imbued with an energy known as the Power Cosmic.Silver Surfer is Galactus' most prominent heraldin Marvel’s main continuity, andnow Gambit will be appointed to the position after his thieving proficiency catches the Devourer of Worlds' attention. Gambit’s access to the Power Cosmic transforms him visually, but it also grants him an awesome new weapon that he shows off in the first issue’s preview.
Gambit’s playing cardsare a longtime staple of his character, as he channels his explosive energy powers into them and launches them at opponents. As Garcia’s eye-catching artwork shows,Gambit will be trading his ordinary cards for new ones that are charged with Power Cosmic. In the preview, he produces and fires cards that attack using that energy, in an attack so astounding that even Gambit looks surprised. ThePower Cosmic fills its users with god-like power, which means Gambit’s techniques are strong enough to rival gods. As Galactus' herald, Gambit is officially more powerful than he’s ever been before in Marvel history.
Gambit Isn’t the Only Marvel Hero Receiving a God-Tier Upgrade from Galactus
Rogue, Moon Knight, Spider-Gwen, and the Hulk Undergo Cosmic Power-Ups
As mentioned, Gambit is one of many Marvel heroes who are due for an upgrade from Galactus. Moon Knight, Spider-Gwen, and even the Hulk will soon have the Power Cosmic at their disposal.Rogue, a fellow X-Manand the wife of Gambit, is also one of the heroes Galactus has chosen. They will each harness the Power Cosmic in their own unique ways, replacing the Silver Surfer alongside Gambit. The hierarchy of Marvel’s cosmos is about to be uprooted asGalactuscrownsGambitas his new herald and unleashes the full potential of the iconicX-Man’s powers.
What If…? Galactus Transformed Gambit#1is available January 8th, 2025 from Marvel Comics.
