Image Comics has revealed an exciting Witchblade 1:25 copy incentive homage variant showcasing artwork by the legendary Marc Silvestri, and paying homage to his iconic Uncanny X-Men #251 cover. This variant sees Silvestri revisiting one of his most famous covers and will grace the cover of Witchblade #3, penned by New York Times bestselling writer Marguerite Bennett, drawn by fan-favorite artist Giuseppe Cafaro, out from Image Comics/Top Cow Productions next month.

The longtime popular cover saw a spike in buzz online after the release of Marvel’s Deadpool and Wolverine movie last month. Social media buzz ballooned with excitement as fans caught the reference in a scene that replicates the imagery with Hugh Jackman’s character nailed to the “X.”

In Witchblade #3, Sara Pezzini grapples with the deadly powers of the Witchblade while corrupt cops, human traffickers, and supernatural conspiracies tighten the noose around her neck. A terrifying new hunter emerges in the form of Ian Nottingham, but is he here to save her, sabotage her—or seduce her?

Witchblade #3 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, September 18:

• Cover A Giuseppe Cafaro & Arif Prianto – Lunar Code 0724IM431
• Cover B David Mack – Lunar Code 0724IM432
• Cover C 1:25 copy incentive Silvestri homage  – Lunar Code 0724IM896