Ultimate X-Men #85A (Marvel Comics 2007) Direct Edition

Ultimate X-Men #85A (Marvel Comics, 2007) — Direct Edition

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN with pencils and cover by YANICK PAQUETTE, this issue plunges readers into a high-stakes moment for the reformed X-Men. In a world where danger looms just after they’ve reformed, the stakes are personal and political as mutants battle for survival under a renewed national crisis.

The X-Men have only been reformed for mere days, and they're already in the middle of a national crisis. The Sentinels have been reactivated—mutants are once again hunted and killed like animals. But who's controlling them this time—and what does it have to do with the newly-formed Mutant Liberation Front?

Paquette’s dynamic pencils and striking cover bring this tense storyline to life, blending sharp action with intricate character moments. The collaboration between Kirkman’s narrative drive and Paquette’s distinctive art creates a standout entry in Marvel Comics’ Ultimate X-Men line, offering a pivotal chapter for readers following the evolving mutant landscape.

• Format: Direct Edition
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Year: 2007
• Writer: ROBERT KIRKMAN
• Pencils & Cover: YANICK PAQUETTE
• Cover Price: $2.99
• Series: Ultimate X-Men
• Issue: #85A

Ideal for collectors and fans of the Ultimate X-Men universe, this issue blends political tension, vigilante action, and a mystery surrounding Sentinels and the Mutant Liberation Front. It’s a must-have for those who want to see how the early days of the team unfold under Kirkman’s storytelling and Paquette’s immersive art.