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Leech

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"Your powers won't work with me."
―Jimmy to Kitty[src]

Leech (born Jimmy) is a mutant who has the ability to nullify the powers of other mutants when they come near him.

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What role did Leech play in the development of the 'cure' for the mutant gene? toggle section
Leech, a mutant in the X-Men universe, was instrumental in creating a 'cure' for the mutant gene. Worthington Labs used his unique ability to nullify other mutants' powers to develop the cure. This cure aimed to strip mutants of their abilities, making them human again. However, it was discovered that the cure's effects were not permanent, with mutants eventually regaining their powers.
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What is the unique power that Leech possesses as a mutant? toggle section
The mutant Leech, from the X-Men universe, possesses a unique ability to nullify the powers of other mutants in his proximity. This power is involuntary, impacting all mutants, regardless of their alliance. Worthington Labs exploited his mutation to create a 'cure' for the mutant gene.
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How did Magneto plan to use Leech in his mission to preserve the mutant species? toggle section
Leech, a mutant with power-nullifying abilities, was the source of a 'cure' for the mutant gene in X-Men: The Last Stand. Magneto, convinced that mutants and humans cannot co-exist, planned to eliminate Leech at Alcatraz Island, thus destroying the cure and preserving the mutant species. Magneto and his Brotherhood of Mutants launched an attack on the Alcatraz facility, defended by federal forces. To ensure his safety, Magneto was prepared to sacrifice other mutants by letting them lead the attack.
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Who are the main adversaries that Leech and the X-Men face in their mission to protect him? toggle section
Leech and the X-Men confront numerous adversaries in their mission to safeguard him. These include Mystique, Pyro, Sabretooth, Toad, humans, Sentinels, Stu, William Stryker, and HYDRA. These foes have various roles, from former captors to agents of intolerance. The X-Men aim to foster peace between mutants and humans, with Leech's power to negate mutant abilities being pivotal.
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Biography

X-Men: The Last Stand

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Leech played a pivotal role as the source of a "cure" for the mutant gene. Magneto planned to kill Jimmy, who was being kept at Alcatraz Island, thus destroying the cure and preserving the mutant species. Magneto and his Brotherhood of Mutants attacked the facility, which was defended by federal troops as well as the X-Men.

Juggernaut was sent to find Jimmy while Kitty Pryde raced to save him. When Pryde discovered that she was unable to phase through walls while near Jimmy, she mocked Juggernaut into charging at them. Juggernaut tried to smash them into the wall. Instead of breaking through, Jimmy's nullifying powers removed his invulnerability and he was knocked unconscious.

Kitty and jimmy

Kitty Pryde saving Jimmy from the Juggernaut

Later, Jimmy was evacuated from Alcatraz Island with Pryde and Bobby Drake. He eventually became a student at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters and was well received by the new headmaster, Storm.

Powers

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  • Power Negation Field: Jimmy creates a field surrounding him that nullifies the superpowers of other mutants within its range. However, Jimmy cannot deactivate his power and so all mutants, friend and foe, are powerless when near him.

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Trivia

  • In the comics, Leech has green skin, which is an unusual feature.
  • Leech is a member of the Morlocks in comics a group of mutants lead by Callisto.
  • In the comics, Leech was orphaned because of his mutation, so his real name and parents are unknown.

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