You may be used to Magneto as the primary villain in the X-Men series. But have you ever wondered, “Can Magneto easily manipulate the Adamantium metal in Wolverine’s bones?”
Technically, this theory could disrupt the storyline established in the X-Men movies, so it should not be proven. But what about that in Marvel comics?
That’s what we will explore today. Let’s dive in!
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Can Magneto Manipulate All Metals, Including Vibranium or Adamantium?
Max Eisenhart, also known as Erik Magnus Lehnsherr or Magneto, is a confirmed Omega Level mutant with immense power.
He manipulates all forms of magnetism to control any metal, achieving a range of effects, and can even manipulate the electromagnetic spectrum (even human’s blood!).
However, his ability to manipulate Vibranium is uncertain due to its unique properties that may interfere with his powers.
But Magneto does effectively control Adamantium, demonstrated by his dominance over Wolverine’s skeleton.
And this is the case of how Magneto extracts such a thing from his body. Small hint: It represents one of the most torturous failures inflicted upon our “invulnerable” Wolverine.
What Unfolds When Magneto Extracts Wolverine’s Adamantium?
In “Fatal Attractions” (released in 1993), Magneto dramatically renounces his peaceful stance and confronts the X-Men.
During a conflict, Wolverine attempts to attack Magneto, who retaliates by using his powers to remove the Adamantium from Wolverine’s skeleton.
This extraction ultimately pushes Wolverine’s healing factor to its limits, nearly causing his death, and reveals his claws were originally bone.
The traumatic experience causes Wolverine to regress to a more primal, animal-like state, increasing his aggression and altering his behavior significantly.
So it is clear that Magneto is able to manipulate or even remove all Adamantium bones out of Wolverine, but why does Wolverine get wild after that?
Why Does Wolverine Go Wild When His Skeleton is Removed?
It all explains the nature of bones. Because bones are deeply connected with the central nervous system, any damage can alter mental behavior.
That is why removing Adamantium from bones, or simply cutting those steel claws, can disrupt Wolverine’s neurological reactions.
For example, in “The Wolverine” (2013), the moment Yashida in the Silver Samurai suit cuts off Wolverine’s Adamantium claws, his painful reaction is evident showcasing that these claws are more than mere weapons.
Therefore, removing the Adamantium from his bones makes Wolverine even more savage, literally like a wild wolf.