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Preview: X-Force #5

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X-Force #5

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Nov 06, 2024
SRP: $3.99

A DEATH ON THE TEAM?!

Attacked from all sides, with a team member’s DEATH in the offing, and struggling to accomplish their mission, X-Force fights to seal the latest and worst Fracture Node threatening the Earth. Can X-Force pull through, or will they fracture and doom the world? The most surprising X-book of the season is just heating up – if you haven’t been reading it, now is the time to JUMP ABOARD! RATED PARENTAL ADVISORY.

X-Force #5

Preview: X-Force #5

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X-Force #5

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Nov 06, 2024
SRP: $3.99

A DEATH ON THE TEAM?!

Attacked from all sides, with a team member’s DEATH in the offing, and struggling to accomplish their mission, X-Force fights to seal the latest and worst Fracture Node threatening the Earth. Can X-Force pull through, or will they fracture and doom the world? The most surprising X-book of the season is just heating up – if you haven’t been reading it, now is the time to JUMP ABOARD! RATED PARENTAL ADVISORY.

X-Force #5

Preview: X-Force #4

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X-Force #4

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Oct 09, 2024
SRP: $3.99

MAN-THING STRIKES AS THE NEXUS OF ALL REALITIES IS AT STAKE!

The Nexus of All Realities is in danger – meaning if X-FORCE can’t seal this Fracture Node, they’ve got more to worry about than just one ol’ Earth! What extradimensional forces stand ready to take down FORGE’s team? And the Nexus’ guardian, the MAN-THING – is he friend or foe? The all-new X-FORCE series continues to turn up the heat…and wait’ll you see what we’re cooking!

RATED PARENTAL ADVISORY.

X-Force #4

Preview: X-Force #3

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X-Force #3

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Sep 25, 2024
SRP: $3.99

THE NUKLO OPTION!

FROM THE ASHES X-FORCE’s biggest mission yet brings them to the brink of destruction at the hands of NUKLO! But when Nuklo’s mysterious rampage conflicts with the world-threatening Fracture Node detected by Forge, what sacrifice will X-Force make to complete their no-win mission? Secrets, surprises, team drama and nonstop action make X-Force the hottest book of the summer! RATED PARENTAL ADVISORY.

X-Force #3

Preview: X-Force #2

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X-Force #2

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Aug 28, 2024
SRP: $3.99

WARFARE IN WAKANDA!
FORGE leads X-FORCE in their new, custom BLACKBIRD to the next world fracture in WAKANDA. But as the ground literally changes under their feet, the team will have to stop…the BLACK PANTHER?! That can’t be right, can it?! And what secret is bubbling under the surface that just might tear the X-Force team asunder? The new X-FORCE ongoing hits its stride in this issue – don’t miss jumping on early!

X-Force #2

X-Force #1 kicks off a new direction for the team

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X-Force #1

The world is fractured. Forge uses his powers of invention to devise the only fix: an all-new, all-different X-Force! Forge leads a custom-made, handpicked team of mutants – Rachel Summers, Betsy Braddock, Sage, Surge, and introducing Tank – in off-the-books missions so dire, so integral to the fate of the Marvel Universe, there’s no time to stop for permission! As Forge detects increasing threats across the planet, he will recruit a specialist for each target – first up: that regenerating degenerate, Deadpool! X-Force #1 is an interesting debut that feels more Avengers, and that’s not a bad thing.

Forge has been a character I’ve been a fan of for a long time. The idea of a mutant whose power is to build things is one I could relate to in some ways, and lets face it, the tech is pretty cool. But, Forge has also been a character that’s been a bit of an outsider. Sometimes a friend of the X-Men. Sometimes an adversary. He’s a complicated character that’s respected, liked, loved, and hated. So, Forge heading up a team is a concept I’ve wanted to read and check out since it was first announced.

Written by Geoffrey Thorne, X-Force #1 is a fun start, though a bit familiar. Forge has a vision and decides on a mission to stop threats that can destroy the world, stop them before they escalate. So, the issue jumps between Forge recruiting the core of his team while they also deal with their first threat. Thorne does a pretty solid job with the comic. It’s highlight is its characters and their dynamic, creating a team that has just enough conflict and ribbing on each other to keep things interesting and whose powers create some intriguing possibilities for battle. The humor, the action, it blends well together for a comic that feels like the team is saving the world, but at the same time, the comic doesn’t feel too serious.

The art by Marcus To is good. With color by Erick Arcieniega and lettering by Joe Caramagna, X-Force #1 mixes superhero action with kaiju horror. There’s a pulp, almost B-movie aspect to it, and that’s not bad, that’s exactly what this particular story is. The characters look solid and the team design is great as well. The tech feels cool, in that James Bond spy sort of way, and doesn’t distract or feel too advanced for the world. The villain for the story, while fun in that Sunday creature feature sort of way, doesn’t quite threaten enough though but that’s also sort of the nature of what the team is going against too. But, that puts the focus more on the team visually and through the narrative.

X-Force #1 is an entertaining start. It has grand ideas and a team you might not expect that shows a lot of potential. While the first issue’s villain and battle is fun, it doesn’t feel quite grand enough for an opening debut. Still, it’s fun in a creature in a rubber suit sort of way. The name might be familiar, but X-Force #1 takes things in a new and interesting direction.

Story: Geoffrey Thorne Art: Marcus To
Color: Erick Arciniega Letterer: Joe Caramagna
Story: 7.75 Art: 7.75 Overall: 7.75 Recommendation: Read

Marvel provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

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Preview: X-Force #1

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X-Force #1

(W) Geoffrey Thorne (A) Marcus To (CA) Stephen Segovia
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 31, 2024
SRP: $4.99

A NEW PATH FORGED!
The world is fractured. FORGE uses his powers of invention to devise the only fix: an all-new, all-different X-FORCE! Forge leads a custom-made, handpicked team of mutants – RACHEL SUMMERS, BETSY BRADDOCK, SAGE, SURGE and introducing TANK – in off-the-books missions so dire, so integral to the fate of the Marvel Universe, there’s no time to stop for permission! As Forge detects increasing threats across the planet, he will recruit a specialist for each target – first up: that regenerating degenerate, DEADPOOL! Be here for an X-Force like you’ve never seen them before, stick around to see who joins, who lives, who dies and uncover the mystery of Forge’s discovery!

X-Force #1

X-Force sets out to fix the world in new variant covers

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Throughout X-Men history, there’s always a need for a team of formidable mutants willing to cross the lines no one else dares to—X-FORCE! The upcoming From the Ashes era is no different, only this time, X-Force’s mission will be bigger than ever before as Forge assembles a squad tasked with saving a world on the brink of total collapse. Written by Geoffrey Thorne and drawn by Marcus To, the new run of X-Force kicks off on July 31 and today, fans can check out all the covers that will grace the highly anticipated debut issue.

Accessing an omega-level degree of his unique and complex mutant power to build anything, Forge bears witness to a devastating truth: The world is broken, and only he can see how to fix it! Forge will lead a custom-made, handpicked team of mutants—Rachel Summers, Betsy Braddock, Sage, Surge, and Tank—in off-the-books missions so dire, so integral to the fate of the Marvel Universe, there’s no time to stop for permission! Plus, as Forge detects increasing threats across the planet, he’ll recruit specialists for each target. It’s a revolving door of Marvel guest stars and first up: that regenerating degenerate, Deadpool! Be there for an X-Force like you’ve never seen before, stick around to see who joins, who lives, who dies and uncover the mystery of Forge’s shocking discoveries.

X-Force #1’s covers include exciting images of the team by industry superstars like Stephen Segovia, Tony Daniel, Skottie Young, and Mahmud Asrar, along with the first of a series of character spotlight covers by iconic X-Force artist Clayton Crain. And like many of Marvel’s major launches, X-Force #1 will shine on stands with a Foil Variant Cover! Featuring the first issue’s guest-star, Deadpool, this Foil Cover is drawn by best-selling cover artist David Yakanama. The Merc with a mouth is also featured on a special Marvel’s Stormbreakers Variant Cover by Chris Allen. A Logo Variant Cover is also available.

Check out the covers plus To’s new costume designs and preorder X-Force #1 at your local comic shop today!

Learn what’s next in X-Men’s From the Ashes Era with new cover reveals

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 Mutantkind no longer has Krakoa, but they still have the X-Men!

Over the last few months, new series announcements have revealed what awaits in the X-Men’s From the Ashes era. Set around—and beyond—the globe, the upcoming titles see new teams assemble to take on emerging threats to mutankind, beloved characters fulfill their long-awaited destiny as solo heroes, and other groups of mutants come together to survive a world that fears them now more than ever. They may share the same dream, but they have different missions. Harkening back to classic X-Men storytelling while embracing the franchise’s modern evolution, From the Ashes is an exciting fresh start for longtime fans and newcomers alike!

Get a peek ahead at what’s to come in these first set of launches in August. 

NYX #2

Written by COLLIN KELLY & JACKSON LANZING
Art by FRANCESCO MORTARINO
On sale: August 28, 2024

FROM THE SHADOWS COMES WOLVERINE!

Every day, mutants are being stolen off the streets of Manhattan – unprotected and forgotten by the human world. Now a war-worn Wolverine will descend into NYC’s criminal underworld to bring them back into the light. Who is the mysterious mutant fixer known only as Local? Can Laura stand alone against the dangerous forces working to control the future of New York’s mutants? What reality-bending threat waits in the night, already ten steps ahead? The shadows of NYX are calling. What secrets will you find lurking in that neon darkness?

NYX #2

PHOENIX #2

Written STEPHANIE PHILLIPS
Art by ALESSANDRO MIRACOLO
On sale: August 21, 2024

FAMILY REUNION IN THE FAR REACHES OF SPACE!

Jean Grey is dedicated to protecting innocents in deep space! Yes, space is vaster than imagination, greater and darker than the mind can comprehend – and yet, not big enough to stop family from dropping by without warning… But that’s how it goes when your father-in-law is Corsair of the Starjammers! Leaving the pirate life behind, he’s got the inside line on huge news, and Phoenix is the only one who can act to save untold lives – that is, if she can believe he’s telling the truth…

PHOENIX #2

X-FORCE #2

Written by GEOFFREY THORNE
Art by MARCUS TO
On sale: August 28, 2024

WARFARE IN WAKANDA!

Forge leads X-Force in their new, custom Blackbird to the next world fracture in Wakanda. But as the ground literally changes under their feet, the team will have to stop…the Black Panther?! That can’t be right, can it?! And what secret is bubbling under the surface that just might tear the X-Force team asunder?

X-FORCE #2

X-MEN #2

Written by JED MACKAY
Art by RYAN STEGMAN
On sale: August 14, 2024

INVASION!

The X-Men fly to the rescue of a mutant in crisis in San Francisco. The problem? Alien invaders seem to have a similar idea. Six X-Men vs. an invading alien fleet? Sounds about right.

X-MEN #2

X-MEN #3

Written by JED MACKAY
Art by RYAN STEGMAN
On sale: August 28, 2024

SCOTT SUMMERS VS. THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!

How did the X-Men come to possess their HQ, the Factory, and how difficult a position does that put them in? As Cyclops meets the implacable Agent Lundqvist, the X-Men come to find that their new home may not be as secure as they had thought…

X-MEN #3

Marvel’s new mutant strike team take action in X-Force #1 variant covers

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This summer may mark the end of Krakoa, but Forge’s mission is just beginning! Announced last week, Forge will lead the all-new iteration of mutantkind’s deadly strike team in Geoffrey Thorne and Marcus To’s X-Force. Set in the X-Men’s upcoming From the Ashes era, X-Force kicks off with Forge unlocking an Omega-Level aspect of his one-of-a-kind power of invention. Witnessing everything broken in the world, he builds the ultimate solution—X-FORCE, a team of handpicked mutants for off-the-books missions so dire, so integral to the fate of the Marvel Universe, there’s no time to stop for permission!

Today, fans can see this elite team on an assortment of new variant covers for the debut issue!

Superstar artist Clayton Crain returns to the world of X-Force with his own line of character-focused variant covers, starting with the team’s leader, Forge. Acclaimed Excalibur artist Mahmud Asrar draws mutantkind’s hottest new couple, Betsy Braddock and Rachel Summers, in action. And Tony Daniel assembles the entire squad including former New X-Men leader, Surge; the mastermind behind Krakoa’s X-Force, Sage; and Tank! Wait… Who?

Plus, like all of Marvel’s major launches, X-Force #1 will shine on stands with a special FOIL COVER. The title will frequently feature A-List guest stars that Forge recruits for specific missions, starting with regenerating degenerate, Deadpool! See him steal the spotlight in an outstanding piece by best-selling cover artist David Nakayama.

Check out all four covers now and preorderX-Force #1 at your local comic shop today!

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