X-MEN #26 (MARVEL COMICS)
The X-Men must split up so they can cover more problems at the same time. Both teams are in search of helping friends and this makes the missions personal. Can they overcome the external forces that have taken aim at them? Or is there a bigger plot at hand?
X-Men #26 - Written By Jed MacKay - Penicils By Netho Diaz – Inks By Sean Parsons - Colors By Fer Sifuentes-Sujo - Letters By VC’S Clayton Cowles - Edited By Tom Brevoort - Published By Marvel Comics
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*** POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING ***
STORY OVERVIEW:
Cyclops and Psylocke meet up with the Deputy of Merle, Alaska as the Sheriff has been kidnapped. As Cyclops rounds up the X-Men to find the Sheriff, Psylocke gets word that an old friend John Greycrow has been captured and in the hospital after a shoot-out with the police. Reluctantly Cyclops sends Psylocke and Xorn to go find out what is happening with Greycrow, well him and the rest of the team will go and get the Sheriff. Unfortunately, for the X-Men the Sheriff has been used as bait to trap them, and the Crimson Commando is behind it. But now he has a surprise mercenary who he’s hired to rid him of the X-Men.
WRITING:
This issue adds a new threat to the X-Men as well as brings in some more drama for them to deal with. Jed MacKay shows us a few different issues that need to be resolved, well adding new wrinkles and threats to our heroes. The Crimson Commando is proving to be more than a thorn in their side, and his choice of mercenary is only going to make him more dangerous. The side story with Glob and his produce shows the continuing social struggle between humans and mutants. Well, there are some wins, there still is a lot of work to be done.
ARTWORK:
This issue’s artwork masterfully conveys the story’s events with impressive accuracy. The turmoil that breaks out on the different fronts is depicted masterfully. Character designs are faithfully rendered, instantly connecting fans with iconic heroes. Vibrant color choices enhance every panel, making the visuals truly stand out. Altogether, the art team expertly combines these elements to deliver something truly special.
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Final Thoughts:
X-Men #26 delivers a compelling narrative that effectively pushes the story ahead. With the introduction of a new antagonist and a cliffhanger ending, this issue offers an engaging experience. The main X-Men storyline continues to propel the Shadows of Tomorrow event, and this installment is no exception. It's definitely a series worth exploring and picking up during your next visit to the comic shop.
FINAL GRADE: 8.8/10
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