Summary

Of all the mutants in theX - Menfranchise , few have left so much of their office ’s potential drop on the table like Colossus . Also known by his genuine name , Piotr Rasputin , Colossus is perhaps the single grown tank in the entireroster of 10 - Men mutants , the lovable metal - clad Russian mutant being the premier frontliner of the superhero strike violence . His ability to transform his corporal tissue into constituent metal is well - known , but Colossus has displayed some other impressive powers in the comics .

Only appear in five of themany alive - action FoxX - Menfilms , Colossus is usually a indorse case at best , oft regulated to the part of a background cameo . However , his increased hump in theDeadpoolmovies as Wade Wilson ’s primary point of middleman with the disco biscuit - Men granted him two telling fight scenes , which do a unspoiled line showing off his telling super strong suit and durability . As incredible as it may sound , Colossus has also used other powers , science , and techniques in the comics that make these moments pale in equivalence .

10Telepathic Resistance

Colossus' armored form protects his mind as well

Obviously , the primary drawing card to Colossus ' mutant power is the protection it kick in him from physical attacks . From gunshot to superhuman punch to even Howitzer shells , Colossus ' armoured form is known for being able to resist all sort of punishment , both in the comics and the moving-picture show . But forcible blows are n’t the only thing being in his metal pattern protect him against , as Colossus has demonstrated a degree of psychical resistance while fully chromed up .

Perhaps as a result of his altered brain , as Colossus ' metallic element transformation applies both at bottom and out , Piotr has repeatedly resist psychical and even telekinetic attacks through gossamer force of will . That being say , a sufficiently hefty telepath , like Professor X , can still overcome this immunity , make it not a all infallible defense . Still , for a strong-arm powerhouse like Colossus , it ’s remarkable that not even mental attacks are regularly able to penetrate his tough exterior .

9Self-Sustenance

Colossus can survive without food and oxygen while armored

If there ’s one face of Colossus ' powers that theX - Menmovies might have the most unmanageable clock time impersonate , it ’s his ability to subsist without nutrient , urine , or sleep . So long as Colossus remains in his metallic element phase , Piotr ’s consistency can come through indefinitely without the basic necessities of human life . InDeadpool , Colossus is seen eat a bowling ball of cereal while in his armored form , suggesting that this aspect of his powers is not only not shown in the Fox movies , but straight - up does n’t subsist .

Colossus does n’t even require air to work while in his armoured form , which can come in ready to hand in the many uncongenial environments the decade - Men can find themselves in across their various missions . Since Colossus ' body merely sinks in water , this earmark him to merely walk along the bottom of aquatic environments , albeit with the threat of rusting over time . Colossus has even demonstrated a modified power to go in the vacuum cleaner of place with nothing but his armoured form .

8Unstoppable Force Generation

Colossus was briefly the Avatar of Cyttorak

While Juggernaut in theX - Menmovies may be very powerful , he is still just another mutant at the end of the twenty-four hour period . This is in stark dividing line to his comic origin , in whichCain Marko becomes the patron Avatar of Cyttorak , a powerful demonic god in the Marvel Comics cosmology . It ’s through his link to Cyttorak via the Crimson Gem of Cyttorak that Juggernaut gets his powers . In the comics , Colossus once briefly took over as the being ’s representative on Earth .

Becoming the Avatar of Cyttorak came with a monolithic increase in power , get ahead all the powers of the Juggernaut on top of his already impressive mutation . This allowed him to bring forth forcefields , hellish armour , and the Juggernaut ’s signature unstoppable bearing , in add-on to vastly increase his strength and strength even further . It ’s enjoin that of all the people who have taken on the mantel of the Juggernaut , Colossus was Cyttorak ’s favorite , countenance him extra bonuses to power not concede to other Avatars .

7Slowed Aging

Colossus' metal form doesn’t age as rapidly

Another more esoteric facet of Colossus ' ability is its effects on Piotr ’s aging . Effectively existing in a kind of state of suspended brio while in his armored form , Colossus ceases to age so long as he maintain his metal body . Over fourth dimension , this could mean that Piotr age at a slightly slower charge per unit than his peers thanks to his near - perpetual usage of his mutation , step by step shaving away bit of clip that eventually add up to long time , keeping his human manikin wait younger than it should .

This element of Colossus ' genetic mutation came into drama hard in an X - Men run write by none other than Joss Whedon ofThe Avengersfame . Trapped in an environment with no nutrient or air for seven years , Colossus manages to preserve his panoplied course indefinitely , eventually being freed . When he finally return back to his human form , he did n’t look a day quondam than the last time anyone had see him , proving the anti - ageing effects of his power .

6Swordsmanship

Colossus was trained by Nightcrawler

Superpowers are all well and good , but Colossus is also famed for his skills and genial keenness , as well . His story of Judo training can be hinted at in his combat with Angel Dust and the Juggernaut inDeadpoolandDeadpool 2 , and the firstX - Menmovie give him a humble cameo showing off his skill as an creative person . Both of these proficiencies fare from the comics , but one skill the film Colossus has yet to use is swordsmanship .

learn to him by Nightcrawler , the X - Men ’s premiere sword master , Colossus take up duel with blades to supplement his close - combat insightfulness . astonishingly , he ’s able to hold his own against Nightcrawler , despite the spry sport wielding three swords at once with his arms and tail end and making liberal exercise of his teleportation powers . It would be incredible to see Colossus run up a blade in the upcomingDeadpool & Wolverine , even though he ’s likely to have a decreased role .

5Extreme Temperature Resistance

Colossus can handle more than physical blows

Colossus ' resistance to physical and genial onset has been well documented , but the iron - willed mutant is also , unsurprisingly , resilient to extreme temperatures as well . In the comics , Colossus deal energy - based flak from all sort of villains , allowing Pyro ’s fire to wash off over him and even eating stray from Cyclops ' knock-down kinetic beams . This is indicative of his oecumenical resistance to uttermost temperature , both red-hot and cold , while in his armored form .

Considering how many mutants use some form of muscularity - based attacks , Colossus ' ability to inebriate up fickle temperature for certain comes in handy . That being said , Colossus ' alloy composition can be exploited , create a failing to rapid alternation of incredibly hot and incredibly cold temperatures . In one illustration , Colossus is exposed to swimming nitrogen shortly after being superheated by Pyro , nigh vote out him . This alludes to alloy ’s real - life properties , boom and catching in hot and dusty environment , severally .

4Phoenix Force Powers

Colossus was a member of the Phoenix Five

Cyttorak is n’t the only cosmic entity Colossus has shortly become host to in the comics . Whenthe phenomenally brawny Phoenix Force ofDark Phoenixfame make up one’s mind to look beyond Jean Grey for hosts on Earth , it splits itself into five piece , inhabiting the minds of the group that becomes known as the Phoenix Five . The recipients of the Phoenix Force in this storyline admit Cyclops , Namor , Emma Frost , Colossus , and his petty sister , Magik .

As an avatar of the Phoenxi Force , Colossus enjoys a dizzying regalia of unbelievable fresh office . These include telepathy , telekinesis , clock time use , and the creation of Cosmic Fire , a herculean flame that can fire selective targets in any surround with staggering warmth . It ’s dependable to say that with the addition of the Phoenix Force to his common abilities , Colossus briefly became one of the most powerful mutants on the planet .

3Magnetism Resistance

Colossus, surprisingly, isn’t always a sitting duck against Magneto

As impressive as Colossus ' metallic element - based baron are , they seemingly pale in comparison to the Master of Magnetism in the Marvel creation . Alongside Wolverine ’s Adamantium skeleton , Colossus ' metallic element physical structure seems to be instantly countered by Magneto ’s charismatic control , making Piotr one of the few tenner - Men uniquely disadvantage against the team ’s all - time big enemy . Surprisingly , Colossus has demonstrated himself to not always be a mere posture duck’s egg for Magneto ’s powers .

It ’s true that in most illustration , Colossus is helpless against Magneto ’s power , his armored form being made of Osmium steel that , while constituent , is still a metallic chemical compound . However , as the Juggernaut , Colossus demonstrates a uncommon ability to resist Magneto ’s grasp , allowing him to persist in his rape while to the full protected . In other instances , Piotr can apply an underrated element of his index – The ability to drop his armored form at will at any time .

2Accelerated Healing

Colossus' armored form is Wolverine-lite

Durable though Colossus may be when full shielded by his metallic form , some flak are capable of denting , warping , or even penetrate his tough outside . One of the most notable examples of this are Wolverine ’s claws , whose impossibly - piercing Adamantium program can really tear throughColossus ' skin and flesh . Luckily , while in his armored figure , Colossus enjoys the benefit of accelerated healing .

Granted , the speed of Colossus ' healing in his armoured form is no compeer for that of Wolverine ’s , taking day to heal from injuries that may take Wolverine mere moments to recover from . Nevertheless , his pace of healing far exceeds that of a received man , and so long as he remains in his armoured form until his flesh knits back together , Colossus can full recover from even heartrending wound . This could explain why Colossus stays in his metallic element signifier throughout bothDeadpoolmovies , recuperate from some unseen fight .

1Enhanced Speed

Colossus isn’t a sitting duck

Because of his Brobdingnagian strength and durability , it could be assume that Colossus embodies the trope of a tardily - moving brute , whose strength can be overcome by a sufficiently profligate opponent . The comedian have repeatedly disproved this peak , shew time and time again that Colossus ' armored grade make believe him not only secure and durable , but superhumanly fast . Despite have got so much system of weights , Colossus can throw away himself around surprisingly quickly .

In the X - Men ’s many fights throughout the comic , Colossus has impressed other mutants with his remarkable unconditioned reflex . Piotr has parry Sentinel fire , energy blasts , and even consecutive - up bullets , just as often putting himself in harm ’s way to protect a teammate . It ’s a pity theX - Menmovies have n’t gone on platter establish the speed with which Colossus can move , even if he ’s clear no slouch in the few fights he does get to enjoy .

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