Marvel's venture into streaming series on Disney+ has significantly boosted the studio's recognition and reception. However, the studio might be jeopardizing its reputation with fans due to the perceived mistreatment of Beau DeMayo, the creator of X-Men '97. DeMayo was the head writer for the first two seasons of X-Men '97, the successor to Marvel Studios’ classic '90s animated series which is now vying for an Emmy Award in the Animated Program category. This backlash stems from troubling concerns raised by DeMayo, leading to growing criticism and skepticism from fans online.

Beau DeMayo recently took to X to inform fans that Marvel and Disney have not contacted him about attending this year's Emmy Awards for the show, X-Men '97, which he primarily created. While this situation is already unusual, DeMayo also shared that his team has reached out to the studio and network for an explanation and follow-up. Earlier in March, DeMayo and Marvel unexpectedly parted ways just before the show's premiere, leaving many to speculate about the reasons behind their split.

With the scripting and continuation of the legacy handed over to Matthew Chauncey, this abrupt change by Marvel Studios sparked skepticism among fans. DeMayo later clarified that he contributed significantly to season 2 but also announced that he would not be as heavily involved in production, casting, design, music, and other aspects as he was with season 1. Although Brad Winderbaum did not classify this change as a firing, fans widely speculated that creative differences were likely the main reason behind the decision.

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While the issue initially sparked significant frustration among fans who had begun to come to terms with it, they are now back to expressing strong criticism over the lack of acknowledgment for the writer at the Emmys.

The MCU fans were thrilled by the recent inclusion of X-Men characters in Marvel’s flagship release, Deadpool & Wolverine. However, the simultaneous change in writers for the animated series, 'X-Men '97—from Beau DeMayo to Matthew Chauncey—left many disappointed and worried about the disruption of the show's legacy. While fans initially comforted themselves with the fact that DeMayo’s role in the second season would be relatively minor, his concerns following the series' Emmy nomination have now aggravated the subdued skepticism about the network.

Many fans supported the writer, advocating for an invitation for his attendance, while others sensed underhanded politics at play.

As some fans were focused on the extent of the studio's mishandling of the situation, the widespread criticism seemed like a contribution to a potential decline in the show's popularity. The strong support for the former creator, evident in the widespread discontent over his departure, has once again resurfaced, raising concerns about how his missing invite might impact the show's reception among fans in the future.

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What do you think of fans showing unwavering support for X-Men '97's former writer, Beau DeMayo, over his missing invite for the Emmys by Marvel and Disney? Let us know in the comments below!