X-Men, Vol. 1 #119A (Marvel Comics 2001) Frank Quitely Regular

X-Men, Vol. 1 #119A (Regular) — Frank Quitely Cover

Explore a pivotal chapter from Marvel Comics’ celebrated early 2000s run with this 2001 issue, featuring a cover by Frank Quitely and story elements by Grant Morrison with interior art by Igor Kordey. This release marks the wild conclusion to the “Germ Free Generation!” arc as a new force enters the human/mutant arena—the Black Kross Elite—a fanatic group that reshapes themselves using the genetic material of their victims.

In their sights: the new Angel's wings. This issue delivers a bold turn in the X‑Men saga, blending a distinctive visual style with high-stakes storytelling that pushed the series to new creative heights.

“Revamps, new creative teams and changes in direction have all been done before and it never feels any different. This book feels different, looks different, and reads different -- and it's all for the better. X-MEN has always been one of the industry's best selling comics. Now, it's finally one of the best comics, period.” — ComicBookGalaxy.com

Details at a glance: regular cover edition with interior art by Igor Kordey, writers Grant Morrison and Igor Kordey credited for this run, and a price tag of $2.25. Catalog reference: 7-59606-01772-0-11911 (MarvelPG).

• Creators: Grant Morrison (writer), Igor Kordey (artist); cover by Frank Quitely.
• Story arc: Wild conclusion to Germ Free Generation!
• Antagonists: Black Kross Elite — a new force reshaping themselves with their victims' genetic material.
• Key moment: The Black Kross Elite express interest in the Angel's wings.
• Edition specifics: Regular cover, Marvel Comics, 2001; cover price $2.25.

Perfect for collectors seeking a Morrison-era milestone with Quitely’s striking cover, this issue stands out for its bold premise, memorable visuals, and its place in the evolution of X‑Men storytelling.