Originally Posted by
Factor
Yeah, I agree. I'm not sure Marvel really highlights the difference as much as they should, but Inhumans should be a metaphor for xenophobia, cultural clash and trying to maintain a people's cultural identity in the face of globalization. X-men is much more about race and sexuality.
Both metaphors are incredibly relevant, I'm just not sure many current readers see the difference. One franchise doesn't need to have a monopoly on being persecuted, Marvel just needs to focus on what makes each unique. I'd be all for something like that being the focus of a major X-men/Inhumans storyline, but Marvel is more interested in the absurd "Terrigen mist kills mutants" plot.