Legion Timeline ( Real )

character_creation
February 1985

Creation of Legion Character

Legion, also known as David Haller, was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist Bill Sienkiewicz and first appeared in New Mutants #25, marking his introduction into the Marvel Comics universe.

publication
April 1994

Legion’s First Solo Series Launch

Legion received his first ongoing solo comic book series, exploring his complex personality and multiple personalities, expanding his character depth.

publication
July 2008

Reintroduction in 'X-Men: Legacy'

Legion was reintroduced prominently as a complex and pivotal character in the 'X-Men: Legacy' series, gaining renewed popularity.

media_adaptation
February 8, 2017

Live-action Debut in FX Television Series 'Legion'

Legion made his live-action debut portrayed by Dan Stevens in the critically acclaimed FX television series 'Legion', bringing the character to a broader audience.

Legion Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
March 14, 1978

David Haller's Birth

David Haller is born to Charles Xavier and Gabrielle Haller, possessing immense mutant powers from birth.

psychological_event
1985

Emergence of Legion Persona

David's multiple personalities begin to manifest, each with distinct mutant abilities, forming the Legion persona.

trauma
1990

Tragic Accident at Childhood Camp

During a traumatic event at a camp, David's powers violently manifest, leading to multiple casualties and his institutionalization.

institutionalization
1991

Institutionalization at Clockworks Psychiatric Hospital

David is admitted to Clockworks Psychiatric Hospital after being deemed a danger due to his unstable powers and personalities.

psychic_conflict
2001

Encounter with Amahl Farouk (Shadow King)

David's mind-space is invaded by the Shadow King, sparking a deep psychic battle within his fractured psyche.

escape
2002

Breakout from Clockworks and On-the-run Phase

Legion escapes the hospital to avoid capture, during which he struggles to control his powers and prevent catastrophic events.

internal_alliance
2003

Formation of the Legion Personalities Alliance

Several prominent personalities collaborate within David's mind to maintain control and protect him from destructive impulses.

time_event
2004

Time Manipulation Incident in the X-Men Universe

Legion manipulates time at a crucial event, causing alternate realities and complicating X-Men timelines.

psychic_victory
2005

Confrontation and Temporary Neutralization of Shadow King

David successfully contains Shadow King within his mind, gaining greater control over his powers and personalities.

training
2006

Joining Weapon X Program for Control Training

David undergoes training to better control his multiple personas and vast abilities through the Weapon X program.

battle_event
2007

Legion Faces Down Apocalypse Threat

Legion plays a key role in battling Apocalypse, using his reality-warping abilities to aid the X-Men.

psychological_rehabilitation
2008

Mental Reset and Personality Integration Attempt

An attempt is made to integrate David's fragmented personalities into a cohesive whole, with limited success.

sacrifice
2009

Final Sacrifice to Restore Reality

Legion sacrifices a fragment of himself to repair damaged timelines and prevent a multiverse collapse.