Mojo's Misadventures: The Darkly Humorous Demise of X-Men's Bishop in Longshots #3
The Age of Revelation has witnessed the demise of several X-Men characters, a common occurrence in Marvel Comics crossover events set in alternate futures. In Longshots #3, a darkly humorous twist reveals the mysterious death of one hero. The story revolves around Mojo, an interdimensional entertainment executive and X-Men adversary, who attempts to capitalize on the Age of Revelation event by recruiting a cast of has-beens and wash-outs like Rhino and Kraven the Hunter, along with the only available X-Men member, Bishop.
Despite the early demise of most of his new cast, including Bishop, Mojo persists in his efforts to create a show. The death of Bishop, initially overlooked amidst Mojo's failed attempts to enlist Galactus as the series' main antagonist, resurfaces in Longshots #3. A flashback unveils that Bishop was abducted by Mojo's minion, Spiral, who disguised him as the time-traveling villain Stryfe using stolen kitchen utensils and a ripped red curtain, leading to Bishop's accidental demise due to mistaken identity.
The revelation of Bishop's death, a result of mistaken identity orchestrated by Spiral, adds a humorous and unexpected twist to the storyline. Longshots #3 delves into the comical and bizarre events surrounding Mojo's ill-fated attempts to create a successful show amidst a cast of unconventional characters. The comic is now available for purchase at comic shops, offering readers a blend of satire and dark humor in the world of the X-Men.