Debunking Myths: Why This X-Men Character Is More Powerful Than the Juggernaut

Warning: This article contains spoilers for X-Men #9!

Throughout his tenure in the Marvel Universe, the Juggernaut has showcased impressive feats of strength, firmly establishing himself as one of the top muscle-bound heroes within Cyclops’ current X-Men lineup. However, despite his considerable power, there exists one formidable mutant, the Blob, whose strength exceeds Juggernaut’s own capabilities—necessitating assistance to secure a victory.

Under Cyclops’ command, Juggernaut attempts to subdue Blob, but finds himself confronted with the mutant’s resilient nature—leading to blunt expressions of frustration, including the command for Blob to “go down, dammit!”after repeated failures.

Juggernaut’s Struggle Against Blob: A Reflection of Fred Dukes’ Resilience

Juggernaut with the gem of Cyttorak — Custom Image by Jeff Dickinson

Interestingly, it required the combined strength of both Magik and Juggernaut to finally achieve a victory over Blob, highlighting an essential fact: even though Juggernaut boasts incredible strength—often considered one of the highest in the Marvel Universe—he was unable to take down Blob on his own. This scenario sheds light on the incredible enhancement of the Blob’s power, suggesting that Marvel is deliberately raising the stakes for this character. With the Blob’s consistent evolution over time, he emerges as one of the most potent figures within the X-Men franchise.

Blob’s unique abilities include formidable injury resistance, enhanced superhuman strength, and the remarkable capacity to manipulate his own gravitational field, rendering him immovable.

Fred Dukes, known for his association with Magneto’s Brotherhood, has long stood against the X-Men. Over the years, he has honed his mutant gifts, creating a formidable adversary. Notably, strength alone—even at Juggernaut’s level—often proves inadequate to overcome the Blob’s distinct advantages.

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Blob and Siryn attacking Jubilee in Uncanny X-Men #6

The matchup of Juggernaut and Blob is emblematic of the classic showdown between an unstoppable force and an immovable object. Juggernaut’s immense physical capabilities have allowed him to confront some of Marvel’s heaviest hitters and emerge triumphant, yet breaking through Blob’s unparalleled durability remains an almost insurmountable challenge. The fight was further complicated as Blob had absorbed Cyclops’ optic blasts, necessitating a coordinated effort from Cyclops, Juggernaut, and Magik to take him down. This situation underscores just how significant Blob’s power is, as it took nearly half the X-Men to secure the win, a claim that Cain insists was due to Magik’s intervention.

Historically, Blob has focused on opposing the X-Men and has shown little inclination towards heroism. However, his recent display against them just might elevate him beyond his previous status as a peripheral villain, demonstrating that Fred Dukes possesses the potential to become a serious threat. The evidence that even Juggernaut’s unstoppable energy was insufficient to topple Blob solidifies his position as one of the X-Men’s most significant—and often underrated—challenges.

X-Men #9 is set to release on December 25, 2025, from Marvel Comics.

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