Marvel comics have so far succeeded in meeting the expectations of many individuals due to their high brilliance in their creativity levels and unique fictitious characters.
Particularly Wolverine and Iceman are indubitably among the best in the world of comics. It is evident with their many achievements in safeguarding the world compared to their minimal failures.
Iceman is one of the notable characters in Marvel who is perceived as gay. He is an X-Men member and has made several appearances in some comics related to Spiderman. He is also known as Bobby. His strengths and abilities were first made clear when he tried to defend his loved ones from bullies which put his life in danger.
Professor Xavier came to his rescue, while under protection of the police force, and convinced him to join the X-Men after recognizing what the man was capable of.
Wolverine, commonly known as Logan, is one of Marvel’s oldest and most prominent creations. He is also a proud associate of X-Men. The character has an unfortunate history of accidentally killing his loved one, Rose, which forces him to go into exile and habituate in the wilderness with wolves for some time before being captured.
These memories often alter his operations as they haunt him every now and then. However, the incident was an eye opener as since then Logan has always strived to protect his loved ones and home at whatever cost, as he does not want a repetition of the same.
So, the BIG QUESTIONS are, who would emerge as the champion if the two stars decided to go head to head? If so, what would be the outcome? Would it be a draw, or one of the opponents will be forced to back down? Will there be any foul in the combat, or would it be a fair match between the dual?
Let the battle of champions commence!
Iceman’s Strengths and Powers
1. Thermokinesis
Iceman can control his body temperatures at will. He can lower internal and external temperatures to his satisfaction hence extruding intense coldness. The hypothalamus is a part of the brain found in every human, including Iceman, which is used to regulate body temperatures.
However, Bobby can surpass this nerve and gain control of his temperatures. Interestingly, his body tissues are not affected by the ability to manipulate heat. He can rapidly decrease his temperature from 98.6 Fahrenheit, his average body temperature, to zero. The power has proven helpful in his quest; for instance, he was able to stop a severe nuclear bomb from exploding.
2. Thermal vision
Due to his nature, Bobby does not feel any heat around him. For this reason, he can see beings or creatures due to their emanating heat signatures. It helps him become aware of his enemies easily even from afar.
3. Cryokinesis
The character has the power to control moisture levels around him. Bobby can turn anything with moisture content into super hard rock ice. Consequently, he has the advantage of molding them into any shape of his liking.
However, the power has some restrictions, such as the surrounding temperatures, which acts as the primary determining factor for the time the ice sculpture can remain in its form. Also, his many imaginations may lead him to create something that may be a liability in the end. The power is exquisite that Bobby does not have to use his hand to form the ice but direct the cold waves into constructing it.
He has used the ability to his advantage in many ways, as he can move through the air by forming ice beneath his feet that facilitates his movements. Furthermore, he can freeze any object or being as he pleases.
4. Ability to form organic ice
Bobby can become organic ice, apart from the obvious one that entails covering himself with ice. While in organic form, he becomes more robust and not easily destructible since he can restructure himself quickly, even if his average body is wrecked. If his head is not damaged, he can promptly reform himself in the organic form.
The power occasionally raises the question if the character is entirely immortal. One cannot forget that when in this form, he can create any weapon, such as shields, bows, arrows and spikes, in case of any danger.
5. Hydrokinesis
Iceman has complete control of the atmospheric moisture, which makes him even more powerful in battle. He can operate as or in frozen water, allowing him to move through large water bodies on the spot. Besides, he can make his body bigger and more gigantic by absorbing any large water masses around him.
On the other hand, Bobby can change into vapor without losing his powers and consciousness. He possesses extreme control over his consciousness that he can be in two places at the same or everywhere at the same time without any physicality, courtesy of the ability.
He can also change his enemies into moisture molecules, thereby gaining complete control of the opponent. While in that, he can move the opponent over long distances, a form of teleportation and a strategic move in battle.
6. Superhuman strength
Bobby, while in his human form, possesses normal strength just like any other being; therefore cannot be prosperous in any battle. Nonetheless, in his organic structure, he has superhuman strength that makes him almost daunting to defeat. While in that form, the typical features of a human being are enhanced to full extent.
Wolverine’s Powers and Strengths
1. Augmented senses
Logan’s senses are magnified compared to the average living beings in their world. Specifically, the sense of hearing and smell gives him an upper hand in case of combat. His smelling ability helps him to track his enemies even when in hiding by following their scent. Also, he would be able to hear any movements from afar, helping to track down the rival.
Wolverine can also hear an individual’s heartbeat from a far distance. An individual heartbeat is significant as it tells several things, such as whether one is speaking the truth or is afraid or aggressive. Ultimately, it also helps him to sense if he might be in danger and therefore becomes prepared early enough.
2. A perfect martial arts star
No fanatic can dispute that Wolverine is ahead of the game in martial arts. His hand-to-hand combat skills are very exceptional and unmatchable to any opponent. Logan has many years of experience as he has also fought in previous wars and succeeded merrily.
His outstanding comprehension of the body framework makes Logan a force to reckon with as he can correctly guess the enemy’s next move. It helps him to be quick in pinpointing the antagonist’s blemishes and use them to gain victory.
3. Adamantium claws
Marvel comics mainly expound on two metals, classifying them as the strongest metals. The adamantium which is associated with the Wolverine, and the Vibranium which is associated with Black Panther.
The adamantium is extremely potent that it can cut across any metallic object whatsoever. His in-built claws are made of adamantium and are the only significant element that makes him exclusive from the other superheroes.
Moreover, the metal is not conductible to electricity; therefore, an adversary cannot integrate electrical energy to suppress him. It is not heavy hence cannot interfere with the operations of the character. Still, its maximum durability makes it hard for the claws to be broken by anything.
4. Healing Power
If Wolverine is hurt in a skirmish, he can heal himself briskly without wasting any time. The tissues are bound to rejuvenate themselves at a nippy rate enough not to make him die or get killed. This factor makes it hard for the challenger to incapacitate him.
However, it depends on the acuteness of the injuries sustained. For instance, if he experiences grievous injuries such as a fragmented femur, he will opt to switch himself off to give the body time to heal itself. It may be dangerous as an opponent may use the chance to eradicate him.
5. Superhuman strength
Logan’s strength is way above many characters in the Marvel comics. The fact that his tissues can regenerate makes him stronger than any person. This is because as they heal, they become stronger than before. In other words, his strength is always piling up now and then. When conjoined with his agility and super fighting skills, it makes him almost undefeatable.
All Factors Considered, Who Would Win Between Iceman and Wolverine?
This would be the most interesting battle ever witnessed in the history of marvel comics, given that they are very powerful and in the same team, X-MEN.
First and foremost, Iceman would find it difficult to approach Wolverine due to his heightened senses. Logan would be able to sense him from afar and prepare to engage in battle. Moreover, he would be able to analyze his intentions and make the necessary adjustments.
On the other hand, Bobby has thermal vision; therefore, if Wolverine chooses to attack first, he will also be able to notice him approaching and make appropriate preparations to attack him beforehand.
However, while in organic form, Iceman is very dangerous as he has complete control over the atmospheric moisture. An imperative factor to put in mind is that there is not a place that does not have atmospheric moisture in the world.
Wolverine will automatically have the upper hand if Iceman chooses to indulge in combat while not in organic form. However, it is obvious that Bobby cannot opt to fight one of the strongest superheroes when he is not in his organic form.
Iceman is capable of formulating weapons from ice and use them in his defense while in battle. Nonetheless, Wolverine has adamantium claws that can penetrate through almost anything in their world. Therefore, the weaponry made of ice cannot reach Logan, let alone injure him. Even if they manage to reach him, the healing factor will be very useful to Wolverine; therefore, he will not be defeated easily.
With regards to strength, both of them possess superhuman strength and, therefore, may not be a determining factor as to who may be the winner. Also, Logan is built to withstand cold temperatures; thus, it may not be a contributing factor.
Iceman may use the Hydrokinesis factor to outdo Wolverine, and the high chances are that it would be successful. Bobby can be at two places simultaneously; therefore, Logan would have difficulty keeping up with his movements, and even his enhanced senses would not be of any help. He would be attacked mercilessly, and the healing factor may not be able to cope with many injuries at once.
Alternatively, given a chance, he can convert his enemies into water molecules. He can use the power to outdo Logan and smash him when he does not expect it. Once he gains full control of Wolverine, he will automatically have an acknowledged victory.
If the fight occurs near a water body, Logan would have no chance of winning since Bobby will have an upper hand. He can absorb the neighboring waters and become a gigantic creature in its organic form making it hard for the challenger to keep up. Wolverine will not be able to defeat since all his powers would have become enormously superior to conform to the gigantic structure
Decisively, Iceman would be victorious in the battle as he has many avenues to approach Logan, and the latter would not be able to know in which form Bobby would make his moves. We cannot dictate that it would be an easy fight for Bobby since Wolverine is a hard rock, but ultimately he would defeat him.
All in all, Iceman would be the undeniable champion if the two decided to engage in warfare.
Why Did Iceman and Wolverine Never Fight?
It is unappealing that Marvel comics have never placed the two in a situation that the only option was to engage in a contest. Perhaps, there are many reasons explaining the matter.
Both characters are prominent members of the X-MEN, a group obligated to safeguard and secure the lives of mutants and human beings. This means that they have similar goals and expectations in the comic world; therefore, they cannot fight in any way.
Teammates cannot fight each other; instead, they will choose to join forces to make themselves better therefore becoming more forceful against any villain. As well, none of the characters has been portrayed as a desperado.
If one had been depicted as a villain or an endangerment to the mutant and human species, there would be a scuffle between the two as one would have to perform their designated mandate.
We cannot forget the respect they both uphold for each other. In case of any differences, I bet they would settle their scores more peacefully since they are more of partners than enemies.
Every fan concedes that it would be a memorable experience to see the two engage in a bout, but it seems it would take centuries to observe the scenario.