Gwenpool, the asexual and aromantic Marvel mutant!

Gwenpool (whose name is Gweendolun Poole), is a fictional character that belongs to the Marvel Universe, like other superheroes such as The Avengers or Shang-Chi. However, more than his superhuman abilities, in this note we will focus on his identity, since It is part of the LGBTTTIQAP+ diversity umbrella.

To the date, There are several superheroes that are known to belong to the diversity, and even some villains, such as Loki, what is he first openly bisexual character in the MCU; so When at the end of April 2023 it was announced that Gwenpool also belonged to the LGBT+ umbrella, it was not surprising a lot; however, What is really interesting in her case is that she identifies as asexual and aromantic, two of the least visible identities.

Gwenpool

According to his fictional Marvel comics biography, Gwen Poole came from the real world to the Marvel Universe and asked for her own costume. Because of his name, and a confusion, They gave her the alias “Gweenpool”, directly relating her to Deadpool, although in reality they have nothing in common.

Like powers, This anti-heroine features accelerated healing and reality alteration. Although it is affiliated with The Avengers already the Guardians of the Galaxy, His role is minor and it is unknown if he will reach the Marvel Multiverse in any of his upcoming films.

First Asexual and Aromantic Marvel Character

At the end of April 2023 it was announced, on the comic pages Love Unlimited: Gweenpool Infinity Comic #48, its identification with the aroace spectrum.

Breviary of terms

Aromanticism

Orientation someone who experiences little or no romantic attraction. When considered as a spectrum, It covers nuances that range from those who feel total rejection of romantic relationships to those who, after establishing a strong bond with someone, may be emotionally with another person (yes, you can be aromantic and have a romantic relationship).

Asexuality

Orientation someone who experiences little or no sexual attraction. When considered as a spectrum, It covers nuances that range from those who feel a total rejection of sex to those who, under specific conditions, may desire sexual relations.

Considerations

They are not equivalent terms since love and sex are separate aspects. So, for example, An aromantic person might not want to have romantic relationships but want to have sexual relationships, while an asexual person might not want to have sexual relationships but want to have romantic relationships.

However, it is necessary to emphasize that Both orientations have many spectrums and each person may want something different. (they are not clear terms).

However, In the case of Gweenpol, It would be understood that in his case, because he is aro ace, He feels little interest in sexual relations and also in romantic relationships.

Importance of Gwenpool

The visibility of little-recognized identities under the umbrella of diversity helps to talk more about these issues, so We hope that Gwenpool continues to grow as a character and perhaps, in the future, appears in a series or movie.