Gambit

Character

Remy LeBeau

Description

Remy LeBeau, known as Gambit, is a Marvel Comics mutant superhero created by Chris Claremont and Jim Lee. He first appeared in Uncanny X-Men Annual #14 (1990) and Uncanny X-Men #266 (1990).

Abandoned at birth due to his distinctive red-on-black eyes, the infant Remy was kidnapped by members of the New Orleans Thieves Guild, who believed him to be a prophesied child. He was eventually adopted by Jean-Luc LeBeau, patriarch of the Guild, and raised in the traditions of thievery. His mutant ability allows him to charge objects with kinetic energy, causing them to explode on impact. He most commonly uses playing cards as his weapon of choice.

After a troubled past that included a brief association with the villain Mister Sinister, Gambit joined the X-Men following an encounter with Storm. His Cajun accent, charm, and moral ambiguity made him a fan favorite throughout the 1990s. His long romantic relationship with Rogue is one of the most prominent in X-Men history, culminating in their eventual marriage.

Character Details

Real Name

Remy LeBeau

Hero Name

Gambit

Publisher

Marvel Comics

Powers

Agility, Super speed, Stamina, Blast Power, Healing, Unarmed Combat, Gadgets, Escape Artist, Energy-Enhanced Strike, Marksmanship, Hypnosis, Energy Manipulation, Stealth, Leadership

Gender

Male

Race

Mutant

Eye Color

Red

Hair Color

Brown

Height (cm)

185

Weight (kg)

Aliases