Astonishing X-Men, Vol. 3 #26A (Marvel Comics 2008) Direct Edition

Astonishing X-Men, Vol. 3 #26A (Marvel Comics 2008) Direct Edition

X-Men: Manifest Destiny tie-in, Ghost Box: Part 2, written by Warren Ellis with pencils and cover by Simone Bianchi, delivers a bold new phase for the X‑Men. Ellis and Bianchi push the team to the “Second Stage,” rebuilding momentum after Messiah Complex and Divided We Stand. Expect a fresh visual language, a redesigned base of operations, and a tightly wound mystery that drives the crew into uncharted territory.

The action kicks off aboard a spacecraft hovering 300 feet above the twisted wreckage of Chaparanga Beach, where the X‑Men confront the enigmatic Subject X. Five minutes — just five minutes — is all he needs, all he’s asking for. Can the X‑Men afford to give it to him?

32 pages. Rated T+. Direct Edition. Cover price $2.99.

Why this issue stands out

• Signature creative duo: Warren Ellis writes, with Simone Bianchi providing the pencils and cover art for a distinctive look that sets this arc apart.
• Manifest Destiny tie-in: a pivotal Ghost Box installment that deepens the X‑Men’s ongoing storyline.
• Post‑Messiah Complex momentum: follows the team’s realignment after major events, offering fresh dynamics and new missions.
• New look, new base: visual and logistical shifts that signal a renewed approach to the X‑Men’s operations.
• High-stakes mystery: a captivating setup with Subject X at the center, promising suspenseful reveals.

Ideal for collectors and new readers alike

• Direct Edition status makes this a standout collectible from Marvel’s 2008 lineup.
• Compact 32-page format packs a dense, story-forward read with cinematic pacing.
• Perfect entry point into the Warren Ellis / Simone Bianchi era of Astonishing X‑Men, and a seamless bridge to subsequent arcs.