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Ultimate X-Men (Collected Editions) #3-4
Ultimate X-Men Collection, Book 2
As the X-Men embark on their inaugural world tour, they must confront some unsettling truths about their mentor, Professor Charles Xavier. Before founding his school for young mutants, Xavier abandoned his only son, David, a mutant with uncontrollable reality-warping abilities. Now, David has returned, looking to exact revenge on the father who left him - and he's willing to eradicate anyone who stands in his way. Will the X-Men be forced to kill Xavier's son to end his threat against the world? Following the tragedies of their world tour, the X-Men seek the calming protection of Xavier's school - but their suspicions of his methods only increase. Xavier's mental blocks on student Jean Grey's psychic abilities continue to crumble, and she grows increasingly unstable - plagued by visions of a world engulfed in the flames of a fiery phoenix. When the X-Men finally meet Xavier's mysterious financial backers, Jean's hallucinations become reality as the otherworldly Phoenix takes possession of the teenage telepath. Also included in this volume is a bonus tale of Gambit, a Cajun street hustler who must use his mutant gifts to protect a homeless boy in great danger. Collects Ultimate X-Men #13-25.
336 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2003
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October 27, 2022
Another collection of 2 volumes of the Ultimate version of the X-Men starts with Ultimate X-Men, Vol. 3: World Tour, where Xavier takes the team on a European tour for his book and lectures on co-existence for humans and mutants is very rudely upended by Proteus, and Colossus giving up on his dream. Millar's attempt at an Ultimate version of the Proteus storyline was a tough ask which it didn't manage to attain. What is interesting is the more pragmatic approach to Xavier dealing with the real world and seeing his outlook and aims are possibly neigh impossible?
The repercussions and outcomes from the previous volume impact in Ultimate X-Men, Vol. 4: Hellfire and Brimstone, as the team first face the Acolytes, before they come face to face with a mutant computer, the Hellfire Club and possible the Phoenix! Millar and co. try and squeeze too much into this and try and fit it into 5 comic book issues; worse Kubert's art is just plain cartoony annoying. 6 out of 12.
2022 read; 2017 read; 2011 read
The repercussions and outcomes from the previous volume impact in Ultimate X-Men, Vol. 4: Hellfire and Brimstone, as the team first face the Acolytes, before they come face to face with a mutant computer, the Hellfire Club and possible the Phoenix! Millar and co. try and squeeze too much into this and try and fit it into 5 comic book issues; worse Kubert's art is just plain cartoony annoying. 6 out of 12.
2022 read; 2017 read; 2011 read
April 21, 2024
It's a weird experience for me, reading these Ultimate X-Men volumes. Back when I first got into comics, X-Men was one of the titles I got heavily into, and I eventually acquired every issue from 94 through around 240, as well as a bunch of them in the 12-67 range, before the run of reprints that bridged the classic 60's era into the New X-Men. Anyway, I'm familiar with the original comics, so trust me when I say that reading this remixed version is an interesting experience.
So, in this volume, we get versions of the Proteus storyline, as well as the Hellfire Club. There are individual bits that I like–I love seeing the online chat with the Blob posing as a woman, for instance … and I really like how it goes from Comic Relief to Major Storyline in a single panel. But, overall, the book feels like it's floundering for direction. The constantly shifting art teams certainly don't allay this feeling. It's difficult to believe that Ulltimate X-Men and the Ultimates–one of my all-time favorite comics–were written by the same man.
So, in this volume, we get versions of the Proteus storyline, as well as the Hellfire Club. There are individual bits that I like–I love seeing the online chat with the Blob posing as a woman, for instance … and I really like how it goes from Comic Relief to Major Storyline in a single panel. But, overall, the book feels like it's floundering for direction. The constantly shifting art teams certainly don't allay this feeling. It's difficult to believe that Ulltimate X-Men and the Ultimates–one of my all-time favorite comics–were written by the same man.
July 23, 2018
Okay, this collection featured a few other mutants then Logan, but not by much. Maybe Jean Grey and Hank played big roles as well, and maybe Scott. In the Ultimate universe the authors play up the Jean and Logan angle a lot more. Wanda does not come across anywhere near how she is portrayed in the regular comics. But still, why not retitle the series as Wolverine and the Ultimate X-men?
December 10, 2021
"I beleive it's time The X-Men met The Hellfire Club, gentlemen."
July 12, 2018
Eh. It's getting better.
October 11, 2018
Binge-worthy.
November 17, 2011
Brief History:
I have just finished reading the first collection of the classic “Ultimate X-Men” series written by Mark Millar and I really enjoyed it! Now I have finally read the second volume of this fantastic series and while I enjoyed it, the second story felt a little slow, but more about that later.
What is the story?
This collection of stories from Mark Millar’s run on “Ultimate X-Men,” which basically started the series, collects both volumes three and four from the “Ultimate X-Men” series which were called “World Tour” and “Hellfire and Brimstone.” In “World Tour,” the X-Men travel around the world to perform heroic deeds after Professor Xavier decided to send his book on mutant and human peace relations around the world. However, the X-Men soon meet up with an enemy that proves to be too powerful for them to handle. Meanwhile, X-Men member Colossus decides to leave the X-Men after feeling rejected and not believing in Xavier’s dream. Can the other X-Men convince him to come back to the team? In the second story “Hellfire and Brimstone,” this story introduces popular X-Men member, Kitty Pryde! Also, in this story, Jean Grey realizes that her powers are about to go out of control again! Also, at the beginning of this collection, Gambit gets his own story!
What I loved about this comic:
Mark Millar’s writing: I really enjoyed the first story of this volume, as it really got me invested into the characters. The dialogue between the characters felt authentic and was hilarious and I really enjoyed the close interactions between each character. I also loved the dialogue about why Colossus decides to leave the X-Men since while it sounds harsh, was a very vivid explanation told from a teenager’s point of view about how he views Professor Xavier’s ideals. I also loved the relationship that Mark Millar shows between Professor Xavier and his son David and I loved hearing the back story about how David felt like he was being abandoned by Professor Xavier when he was a child and how he turned into a killing maniac later on. I also loved reading Gambit’s short story written by both Chuck Austen and Mark Millar and I loved how both Mark Millar and Chuck Austen got Gambit’s back-story about being a thief right and it was great seeing his kind nature towards a little girl which truly expanded on his character.
Adam Kubert’s artwork: Adam Kubert’s artwork is just as memorable in this volume regarding issues 15-17, 20-22 and 25. I just loved the way that Adam Kubert drew the characters in a realistic yet scratchy feel as it gives the stories a more gritty and serious feel. It was also interesting seeing Jean Grey with short hair since I was so used to seeing Jean Grey with long hair in the mainstream universe.
What made me feel uncomfortable about this book:
There were a few problems with this collection that made me knock the rating down to a four star rating. For one thing, some of the stories in this collection were a bit too slow in the plot, especially concerning issues 23-24, even though Kitty Pryde was in these issues. I also did not care for the art in issues 23-24 which was done by Kaare Andrews as it has the cartoonish look that I usually find in the older “Disney Adventures” comics that I used to read as a child and it sort of distracted me from the story since I am so used to seeing a more gritty and serious look to the X-Men characters. The characters looked too generic and cartoonish for me to take the story seriously and it was hard getting into the story with such artwork.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, “Ultimate X-Men: Ultimate Collection Book Two” is a great collection from the second half of the “Ultimate X-Men” series, even though there are some slow stories in this collection, it is still a great collection to get for fans of the “Ultimate X-Men” series.
I have just finished reading the first collection of the classic “Ultimate X-Men” series written by Mark Millar and I really enjoyed it! Now I have finally read the second volume of this fantastic series and while I enjoyed it, the second story felt a little slow, but more about that later.
What is the story?
This collection of stories from Mark Millar’s run on “Ultimate X-Men,” which basically started the series, collects both volumes three and four from the “Ultimate X-Men” series which were called “World Tour” and “Hellfire and Brimstone.” In “World Tour,” the X-Men travel around the world to perform heroic deeds after Professor Xavier decided to send his book on mutant and human peace relations around the world. However, the X-Men soon meet up with an enemy that proves to be too powerful for them to handle. Meanwhile, X-Men member Colossus decides to leave the X-Men after feeling rejected and not believing in Xavier’s dream. Can the other X-Men convince him to come back to the team? In the second story “Hellfire and Brimstone,” this story introduces popular X-Men member, Kitty Pryde! Also, in this story, Jean Grey realizes that her powers are about to go out of control again! Also, at the beginning of this collection, Gambit gets his own story!
What I loved about this comic:
Mark Millar’s writing: I really enjoyed the first story of this volume, as it really got me invested into the characters. The dialogue between the characters felt authentic and was hilarious and I really enjoyed the close interactions between each character. I also loved the dialogue about why Colossus decides to leave the X-Men since while it sounds harsh, was a very vivid explanation told from a teenager’s point of view about how he views Professor Xavier’s ideals. I also loved the relationship that Mark Millar shows between Professor Xavier and his son David and I loved hearing the back story about how David felt like he was being abandoned by Professor Xavier when he was a child and how he turned into a killing maniac later on. I also loved reading Gambit’s short story written by both Chuck Austen and Mark Millar and I loved how both Mark Millar and Chuck Austen got Gambit’s back-story about being a thief right and it was great seeing his kind nature towards a little girl which truly expanded on his character.
Adam Kubert’s artwork: Adam Kubert’s artwork is just as memorable in this volume regarding issues 15-17, 20-22 and 25. I just loved the way that Adam Kubert drew the characters in a realistic yet scratchy feel as it gives the stories a more gritty and serious feel. It was also interesting seeing Jean Grey with short hair since I was so used to seeing Jean Grey with long hair in the mainstream universe.
What made me feel uncomfortable about this book:
There were a few problems with this collection that made me knock the rating down to a four star rating. For one thing, some of the stories in this collection were a bit too slow in the plot, especially concerning issues 23-24, even though Kitty Pryde was in these issues. I also did not care for the art in issues 23-24 which was done by Kaare Andrews as it has the cartoonish look that I usually find in the older “Disney Adventures” comics that I used to read as a child and it sort of distracted me from the story since I am so used to seeing a more gritty and serious look to the X-Men characters. The characters looked too generic and cartoonish for me to take the story seriously and it was hard getting into the story with such artwork.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, “Ultimate X-Men: Ultimate Collection Book Two” is a great collection from the second half of the “Ultimate X-Men” series, even though there are some slow stories in this collection, it is still a great collection to get for fans of the “Ultimate X-Men” series.
July 13, 2011
This collection brought my interest back into this line-I was slightly amazed at the cruelty of Magneto (maybe I'm too used to the cartoon version where he can't be *too* bad). He's killing people right and left, in mass quantities. However, he still had very endearing human moments, like saving his favorite paintings and movie reels before he destroyed the earth! Now I want to see the movie he referenced. Also, surprised at the level Wolverine is taken to as well-I know he's supposed to be the wild X-Men, but...killing a relatively innocent team mate for something very...insignificant seems a little overboard. I kept waiting for it to be revealed that the Prof told him to because he knew how it was all gonna work out in the end for the best, but it just never happened. Interesting. What's even more interesting is watching Colossus be in love with him! So much more interesting than having young Kitty, Rogue, or Jubilee have a crush on Wolverine like is the trend with other X-Men universes.
So yes, things are being woven in an interesting way here, and I feel like this version more than any other I'm able to see Xavier as more of a complex person than just the wise, calm leader. What I am still missing from this line is the more sci-fi elements-aliens and time travel.
So yes, things are being woven in an interesting way here, and I feel like this version more than any other I'm able to see Xavier as more of a complex person than just the wise, calm leader. What I am still missing from this line is the more sci-fi elements-aliens and time travel.
January 18, 2017
The Graphic Novel Return To Weapon X is very action packed. You get to meet new characters like NightCrawler Weapon X fugitive or Sabretooth the Wolverine stand in…...sort of. The author of this book is Mark Millar. There are also the classic characters like Cyclops, Colossus, and Professor Charles. And of course Wolverine. My favorite scene is the fight scene between Wolverine and Sabretooth. You learn stuff as the fight progresses. Oh and Sabretooth also has a healing factor. That’s what makes him cooler. You learn cool things about the healing factor that both Wolverine AND sabretooth have. I would suggest this to readers who one, like comics and two, like fight scenes. Good ones.
This book reminds me of another book from this series. It was also filled with action and somehow revolved around wolverine it also had a big fight scene to make you want to read the book even more. If I could rate this book I’d rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
This book reminds me of another book from this series. It was also filled with action and somehow revolved around wolverine it also had a big fight scene to make you want to read the book even more. If I could rate this book I’d rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
September 10, 2024
Started strong, with smaller, more personal stories (the Gambit 2-parter especially. And I never liked the original Gambit.), but then went back to - mostly - event-level stuff that just leaves me cold. There is just too little build-up.
And too much relying on knowledge of the 616 for some of the stories or elements to really make sense. The Hellfire/Phoenix stuff is particularly bad in that regard.
Still, this was better than the previous volume, so I'll give this three stars. Even if a bit grudgingly.
And too much relying on knowledge of the 616 for some of the stories or elements to really make sense. The Hellfire/Phoenix stuff is particularly bad in that regard.
Still, this was better than the previous volume, so I'll give this three stars. Even if a bit grudgingly.
February 20, 2023
Muy intenso, muy potente y con un énfasis muy fuerte en el conflicto interno y quién paga las facturas, a mi juicio muy bien resuelto. Se lo dejan todo planteado riquísimamente, y la verdad, con ganas de más.
Este Wolverine me cae muy muy mal, también os lo digo.
Este Wolverine me cae muy muy mal, también os lo digo.
December 17, 2023
Séptimo tomo de la colección, segundo de UXM. Traduce Ultimate X-Men 13-25.
August 15, 2019
When Marvel Comics decided to launch their Ultimate line in 2000 they leaned on up and coming writers (at the time) Brian Michael Bendis and Grant Morrison's protege Mark Millar. Both writers are hit or miss in my experience, but I've been pretty thrilled with Bendis' take on Ultimate Spider-Man. I haven't been so keen on Millar's take on the X-Men.
I think I may have figured out why this is--and I think it is somewhat akin to someone trying to create a cover band that does nothing but covers of a really great band's work. I know there is a Beatles "tribute" band out there that dresses and acts like the Beatles, but let's be honest here, there is no way anyone is going to do it as well as the Beatles do it. It's just not possible. And unlike Spider-Man, who is a great hero, but is sparse when it comes to great story arcs until Dan Slott's Superior Spider-Man and Spider-Verse (I think the Clone stuff and Venom/Carnage were missteps), the X-Men have a gold standard out there set by Chris Claremont and later Claremont and John Byrne and then back to Claremont again. "Dark Phoenix" is one of the all time great story arcs in X-Men history, and when it comes right down to it, Millar trying to force his own take on "The X-Men's Greatest Hits" falls flat.
A lot of people forget that before "Dark Phoenix" there was also a pretty damned good story arc featuring the X-Men battling with Proteus, who was a mutant that could jump bodies and also happened to be Moira MacTaggart's son. In this volume we are treated to Millar's take on both Proteus and Phoenix, and both are close enough to the original Claremont/Byrne arcs that they reveal themselves to be pale shadows of the originals. Ultimately, I feel like Ultimate X-Men falls short because Millar didn't use his opportunity to forge his own X-Men mythos like Bendis did with Ultimate Spider-Man. He was effectively given the opportunity to start from scratch here, and yet decides instead to engage in stuff that works more as a tribute to the greats. His "tribute" act is never going to be The Beatles. Never.
I know that when Millar left the book it was taken over by Bendis and then eventually Brian K. Vaughn. I haven't read either writer's take on X-Men yet, but perhaps Marvel Ultimate works best when you let guys from Cleveland write it. Just sayin'.
I think I may have figured out why this is--and I think it is somewhat akin to someone trying to create a cover band that does nothing but covers of a really great band's work. I know there is a Beatles "tribute" band out there that dresses and acts like the Beatles, but let's be honest here, there is no way anyone is going to do it as well as the Beatles do it. It's just not possible. And unlike Spider-Man, who is a great hero, but is sparse when it comes to great story arcs until Dan Slott's Superior Spider-Man and Spider-Verse (I think the Clone stuff and Venom/Carnage were missteps), the X-Men have a gold standard out there set by Chris Claremont and later Claremont and John Byrne and then back to Claremont again. "Dark Phoenix" is one of the all time great story arcs in X-Men history, and when it comes right down to it, Millar trying to force his own take on "The X-Men's Greatest Hits" falls flat.
A lot of people forget that before "Dark Phoenix" there was also a pretty damned good story arc featuring the X-Men battling with Proteus, who was a mutant that could jump bodies and also happened to be Moira MacTaggart's son. In this volume we are treated to Millar's take on both Proteus and Phoenix, and both are close enough to the original Claremont/Byrne arcs that they reveal themselves to be pale shadows of the originals. Ultimately, I feel like Ultimate X-Men falls short because Millar didn't use his opportunity to forge his own X-Men mythos like Bendis did with Ultimate Spider-Man. He was effectively given the opportunity to start from scratch here, and yet decides instead to engage in stuff that works more as a tribute to the greats. His "tribute" act is never going to be The Beatles. Never.
I know that when Millar left the book it was taken over by Bendis and then eventually Brian K. Vaughn. I haven't read either writer's take on X-Men yet, but perhaps Marvel Ultimate works best when you let guys from Cleveland write it. Just sayin'.
August 19, 2025
I think this also deserves 3.5, same as the first book.
I mean, it's decent X-Men fun, and that is always good enough. There's some good ideias here, like Xavier (almost) realizing that his utopia sometimes does more harm than good, and I really enjoy Bachalo's art, it gives more personality to the series.
But man, what a waste of potential, once again. Millar was given one of the most rich comics ever, full of interesting characters, and what he does? Tries to repeat old stories in a worse, rushed and slightly different way. His Legion was mid, but the Hellfire Club story was kind bad and dumb (you really want me to believe that Xavier never suspected that the richest men in the world helping him could have second intentions?).
I feel like Millar was just trying to make dumbed down versions of the stories so they could be recycled for the movies. Overall, it just feels a little pointless to read this instead of 616 universe. Maybe, just maybe, it was better for those were newcomers when this was being released.
All this said, I still had some fun. Hope the next volumes bring more new things to the table. Don't really expect it though, considering Book 3 is also by Millar.
I mean, it's decent X-Men fun, and that is always good enough. There's some good ideias here, like Xavier (almost) realizing that his utopia sometimes does more harm than good, and I really enjoy Bachalo's art, it gives more personality to the series.
But man, what a waste of potential, once again. Millar was given one of the most rich comics ever, full of interesting characters, and what he does? Tries to repeat old stories in a worse, rushed and slightly different way. His Legion was mid, but the Hellfire Club story was kind bad and dumb (you really want me to believe that Xavier never suspected that the richest men in the world helping him could have second intentions?).
I feel like Millar was just trying to make dumbed down versions of the stories so they could be recycled for the movies. Overall, it just feels a little pointless to read this instead of 616 universe. Maybe, just maybe, it was better for those were newcomers when this was being released.
All this said, I still had some fun. Hope the next volumes bring more new things to the table. Don't really expect it though, considering Book 3 is also by Millar.
December 17, 2018
Good in parts. A little erratic in others.
Basically, the whole book is about the question whether you would know if Professor X manipulated someone by changing their mind.
Answer: Not really, but we assume he wouldn't because we believe in his essential goodness even if our belief is not necessarily based on his actions. Layers of manipulation, I guess?
Basically, the whole book is about the question whether you would know if Professor X manipulated someone by changing their mind.
Answer: Not really, but we assume he wouldn't because we believe in his essential goodness even if our belief is not necessarily based on his actions. Layers of manipulation, I guess?
July 13, 2019
PART 1, 13-14: 13 and 14 are incredible standalone stories. I'm excited to see where these lead.
PART 2, 15-20: The world tour has rounded off this part as one of the strongest yet in the Ultimate universe. I'm still a huge fan of Storm specifically, but I'm surprised how sympathetic Professor Xavier has been made. At this point, this volume rates a perfect 5/5.
PART 3, 21-25: Unfortunately, not all X-Men stories can be "firing on all cylinders". The reader needs downtime between events, and I understand that. The setup towards Ultimate War was handled well, but unfortunately, the issues beforehand detracted from the overall experience. I wish I could give a 4.5/5 for that reason.
PART 2, 15-20: The world tour has rounded off this part as one of the strongest yet in the Ultimate universe. I'm still a huge fan of Storm specifically, but I'm surprised how sympathetic Professor Xavier has been made. At this point, this volume rates a perfect 5/5.
PART 3, 21-25: Unfortunately, not all X-Men stories can be "firing on all cylinders". The reader needs downtime between events, and I understand that. The setup towards Ultimate War was handled well, but unfortunately, the issues beforehand detracted from the overall experience. I wish I could give a 4.5/5 for that reason.
April 28, 2021
Setelah mengalahkan Magneto, X-Men memperoleh popularitas di dunia. Mereka menjadi terkenal. Namun persoalan justru muncul dari dalam lingkaran mereka sendiri. Anak Charles Xavier yang merupakan salah satu mutan paling berbahaya lepas dari tempatnya dikurung dan mengguncang keyakinan Xavier atas nilai yang dianut olehnya. Sementara itu, ada entitas Phoenix yang muncul dalam diri Jean Grey alias Marvel Girl yang ternyata merupakan kekuatan kuno yang lebih tua dari umur sejarah manusia.
October 4, 2017
Definitely a different take on many characters I'm familiar with. One issue, the confrontation between Xavier and his son, was rather hard to follow due to the tiny frames, too close shot each had, and the font.
June 2, 2020
This Ultimate Xmen Collection is an interesting read. It goes through numerous storylines that leaves the reader wanting more. There are several moments in which the storyline switches from the previous comic making it confusing at times to understand what is going on.
February 18, 2024
First arc was slow but I really liked the second one I feel like the phoenix story was really well done and for some inexplicable reason I am a really big kitty pride fan. My first Marvel comic was Welcome to the X-men Kitty Pride.
April 2, 2019
Very good. Sort of begins the Phoenix saga.
September 8, 2023
3.5 stars, really. I enjoyed it, but it's not quite as edgy as The Ultimates. That being said, I'm not proud to admit that seeing Hammerhead go down in the Gambit backup story was really satisfying.
June 2, 2024
Segundo tomo de Ultimate X-Men del coleccionable. Índice pendiente.
December 24, 2024
Pedazo de tomo,con la presentación muy interesante de Gambito, reminiscencias de Xmen 2,el arco de Phoenix y un final de película.
February 7, 2025
3.5/5, some slow parts in the middle and some weird "Millar-isms" sometimes but I think a more solid endeavor than Vol. 1.
April 25, 2025
Storm y Coloso my beloveds. Wolverine y Scott deberían romper la tensión con un beso no sé digo. Charles es un infumable nunca confíes en un pelado
December 13, 2025
I didn't need to see Wolverine refer to himself as Canadian prime beef, certainly is a wild ride reading through these
August 30, 2019
This book is certainly excellent!
June 27, 2011
Decent continuation, although, a somewhat solidified action repertoire means more character development! So, characters got together and split up, people cross the floor, secrets are aired. Cool! Also, more mutants.
Gambit's one-shot was very pretty. His accent is... very difficult to imagine. Maybe I'm inexperienced with Louisiana is all. But I'd love to see him join the Brotherhood splinter groups, or, more-likely, come around the X-Men. He's cool, and dynamic, with a heart! Story is bittersweet as well as classic.
It Doesn't Have to be This Way is fine. Until you learn more about Prof X's history with Magneto, gah! So many secrets! The article he is writing in the corner of each page was kinda annoying though... But that's just a layout thing that you can't do much about. The meeting in the museum is cute, and the articles conclusion is nice, but the irony of the park... is perfect. It's clearly a peace-before-the-storm one-shot though.
The next part is about David. He's really freaky, and his story is unique, I didn't like the conflict as much as the stuff that was forced out of the X-Men because of him.
The next part is about Phoenix, which disappointed a little if you built up dreams because of the movies. But, the fallout from David in the first issue is not only ridiculously heart-warming if you love characters growing as much as I do, but gives the story some nice contrast. Prof X doubts himself, and ah... gets some well-do reassurance. Also, layout wise, the morning of his decision against the battle in New Zealand is powerful in the strong contrast and placidity of Charles' outward appearance. The park scene dominates this issue from the series though.
We meet Kitty Pryde (yay!) and then we learn more about Jean's mental illness, of sorts. This continues, and so on, it's a decent story, and I was sucked in, especially since I didn't see all the twists... Was really waiting for Magneto to step in, but ah, that was different. Fun ending for villains, and Jane. Promises some fallout in the future.
The art in the savage lands focused issues was really fun! The inking was a little less classical and more Saturday morning cartoons. Color was a little more early 00's Disney. I really wanted that Artist to resolve Jean's story, but I think classical is better for the villain on the last page. I'm excited about the next one!
Gambit's one-shot was very pretty. His accent is... very difficult to imagine. Maybe I'm inexperienced with Louisiana is all. But I'd love to see him join the Brotherhood splinter groups, or, more-likely, come around the X-Men. He's cool, and dynamic, with a heart! Story is bittersweet as well as classic.
It Doesn't Have to be This Way is fine. Until you learn more about Prof X's history with Magneto, gah! So many secrets! The article he is writing in the corner of each page was kinda annoying though... But that's just a layout thing that you can't do much about. The meeting in the museum is cute, and the articles conclusion is nice, but the irony of the park... is perfect. It's clearly a peace-before-the-storm one-shot though.
The next part is about David. He's really freaky, and his story is unique, I didn't like the conflict as much as the stuff that was forced out of the X-Men because of him.
The next part is about Phoenix, which disappointed a little if you built up dreams because of the movies. But, the fallout from David in the first issue is not only ridiculously heart-warming if you love characters growing as much as I do, but gives the story some nice contrast. Prof X doubts himself, and ah... gets some well-do reassurance. Also, layout wise, the morning of his decision against the battle in New Zealand is powerful in the strong contrast and placidity of Charles' outward appearance. The park scene dominates this issue from the series though.
We meet Kitty Pryde (yay!) and then we learn more about Jean's mental illness, of sorts. This continues, and so on, it's a decent story, and I was sucked in, especially since I didn't see all the twists... Was really waiting for Magneto to step in, but ah, that was different. Fun ending for villains, and Jane. Promises some fallout in the future.
The art in the savage lands focused issues was really fun! The inking was a little less classical and more Saturday morning cartoons. Color was a little more early 00's Disney. I really wanted that Artist to resolve Jean's story, but I think classical is better for the villain on the last page. I'm excited about the next one!
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