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Gambit

Remy LeBeau has always straddled the line between his past and present life. Raised in the Thieves Guild of New Orleans, the Cajun was trained from childhood to be a perfect thief – illusive and charming. With the ability to charge objects with explosive energy, Gambit can turn a deck of cards into a loaded weapon. As an X-Man, he seeks redemption for sins past by playing an unlikely role – hero.

The Full Deck

Love & Marriage

in Mr. and Mrs. X (2018) #1

See what happens after the wedding in this top-read series! From a Deadpool-crashed honeymoon in space, to an abduction into the Mojoverse, Rogue and Gambit, newlyweds, learn allll about each other once the work of marriage begins. From ex-wives to in-laws, this is Super Hero romantics at its best.

Wedding... with a Twist!

in X-Men: Gold (2017) #30

After years (or a near 3 decades) of push and pull romance, the lovebirds take the plunge of holy matrimony! And… surprise! They hijack the failed wedding ceremony of Kitty Pryde and Colossus!

Taking on Paraíso

in Rogue & Gambit (2018) #1

Rogue’s less than stoked when Kitty Pryde sends her and “ex” Gambit on an undercover mission to a place called Paraíso to track some missing mutants. Looking for the bullet points to Rogue and Gambit’s entire history? Writer Kelly Thompson and artist Pere Perez cover it all in sexy little snippets, whether in couples therapy or kickass, team-up battle.

Life Of X

in Astonishing X-Men (2017) #1

Blockbuster writer Charles Soule assembles a disparate crew of mutants…all with some messy, shared history! Rogue joins Psylocke, Old Man Logan, Bishop, Archangel, Fantomex and Gambit, to eliminate a psychic threat that’s enveloping London. And once Mystique pitches in, things get really interesting!

Le Diable Blanc

in X-Men Origins: Gambit (2009) #1

From his earliest days as a street orphan, to the first use of his powers, check out the wildest (and darkest) turns of the X-Men’s resident scoundrel!

First Appearance

in Uncanny X-Men (1963) #266

The Ragin’ Cajun’s debut! Gambit interrupts a heist to save a de-aged Storm from the body-snatching Shadow King.

Rogue

in X-Men (1991) #8

Since becoming teammates, Rogue and Gambit shared a mutual attraction. Check out Marvel’s most complicated couple during simpler times – on a picnic date at Xavier’s Institute!

Return to New Orleans

in Gambit (1993) #1

Gambit’s cavalier nature takes a backseat after tragedy occurs. Following the death of his brother, the X-Man heads home to New Orleans to unify the Thieves and Assassins Guilds…and to steal an elixir for his dying ex-wife, Bella Donna.

Wolverine Team-Up

in Wolverine & Gambit: Victims (1995) #1

The sometimes-friends and frequent partners investigate a string of murders in London.

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler

in Gambit (1999) #1

Marvel’s Good Ol’ Boy gets an explosive charge in this long-running series. What does Gambit do when he’s not hangin' wit' de X-Men? As it turns out, lots of loving and thieving!

Trial of Gambit

in Uncanny X-Men (1963) #350

In this pivotal issue, Gambit answers for a laundry list of crimes…including his past employment with Mister Sinister. As the reluctant leader of the Morlock Massacre, Gambit was in part responsible for the death of hundreds. Rogue makes an excruciating choice.

Bella Donna

in Gambit (2004) #11

When a young Remy married an even younger Bella Donna Bourdeaux, their union was intended to bring peace between warring families. Instead, Remy abandoned the Thieves Guild after besting Belle’s brother in a duel, sparking her rage. The estranged couple reunites in the French Quarter for a joint mission.

Horseman of Death

in X-Men (2004) #185

In one of his more ne'er-do-well moments, Gambit agrees to become Apocalypse’s Horseman of Death!

Solo Career

in Gambit (2012) #1

Gambit’s taking on his greatest score yet – but he’s not the only thief after the bounty!

All-New X-Factor

in All-New X-Factor (2014) #1

Putting his reprobate past behind him, Gambit slips into corporate duds as a hired hero for Serval Industries. But will he continue to be a team player as the company’s intentions become cloudier?