X-MEN LOT INC X-MEN 1 & DAZZLER 12 & ASTONISHING X-MEN 1 FACTOR X 1 & CHRONICLES

Description: Up for sale are 5 comics associated with the X-Men Universe, including X-Men (1991) Issues #1, Dazzler (1981) Issue #12, Factor X (1995) Issue #1, Astonishing X-Men (1995) Issue #1, and X-Men Chronicles (1995) Issue #1. The X-Men are a team of fictional mutant superheroes appearing in comics published by Marvel Comics. Created by artist/co-writer Jack Kirby and writer Stan Lee, the characters first appeared in The X-Men #1 (1963) and formed one of the most recognizable and successful franchises of Marvel Comics, appearing in numerous books, television shows, films, and video games. Uncanny X-Men is the longest running X-Men title that began in 1963. In 1991, Marvel decided to break up the X-Men teams and launch a new series titled just X-Men. With the return of Xavier and the original X-Men to the team, the roster was split into two strike forces: Cyclops's "Blue Team" (chronicled in X-Men) and Storm's "Gold Team" (in The Uncanny X-Men). The first issues of the second X-Men series were written by Chris Claremont and drawn and co-plotted by Jim Lee. Dazzler is a superheroine appearing in comics published by Marvel Comics, usually associated with the X-Men. She first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #130 (1980). Dazzler is a mutant with the ability to convert sound vibrations into light and energy beams. The character was created principally writer/editor Tom DeFalco and illustrator John Romita Jr. She starred in a self-titled series in the early 1980s which lasted forty-two issues, and later joined the cast of the X-Men. Age of Apocalypse is a 1995 comic crossover storyline mostly published in the X-Men franchise of books by Marvel Comics. The Age of Apocalypse briefly replaced the universe of Earth-616. During the entirety of the Age of Apocalypse event the regularly published X-Men comics were replaced by new X-Men related mini series, focusing on various teams and individuals in the Age of Apocalypse world including X-Calibre, Gambit and the X-Ternals, Generation Next, Astonishing X-Men, Amazing X-Men, Weapon X, Factor X, X-Man and X-Men Chronicles. The storyline starts with Legion, a psychotic mutant who traveled back in time to kill Magneto before he can commit various crimes against humanity. Legion accidentally kills Professor Charles Xavier, his father, leading to a major change in the timeline. The death of Professor Xavier leads Apocalypse to take control of Earth and alter everything that happened from that point forward. Apocalypse is opposed by several factions of mutant resistance, including a group led by Magneto. As stated above, this listing includes X-Men (1991) Issues #1, Dazzler (1981) Issue #12, Factor X (1995) Issue #1, Astonishing X-Men (1995) Issue #1, and X-Men Chronicles (1995) Issue #1. Highlights include: X-Men (1991) Issue #1, published October 1991, is the fold-out cover edition. This 48-page giant sized issue is written by Chris Claremont, with art and a great cover by superstar artist Jim Lee. Magneto forms the Acolytes and proclaims Asteroid M a haven for mutants everywhere; But the rest of the world doesn't see it that way. Nick Fury cameo. Plus, a 2-page pin-up: gallery of X-Men villains and a X-Men Sketchbook by Jim Lee. Cover price $3.95. Dazzler (1981) Issue #12, published February 1982, is written by Danny Fingeroth, with art by Frank Springer and Vince Colletta, and a cover by John Tartaglione. After her long leave of absence, the only gig that Dazzler can score is being a song girl for a Clown Burger promotional show. Desperate for new work, she accepts a call from a potential employer who turns out to be the Techsmith, who is working out of a factory designing a device that works much like her mutant powers. Dazzler gets free and battles the Techsmith. Astonishing X-Men (1995) Issue #1 is a SECOND PRINTING. Written by Scott Lobdell, with art and cover by the great Joe Madureira. Apocalypse rules the world and Magneto and his X-Men are the last bastion of hope for a rapidly dying humanity. To complicate things, the stranger, Bishop, has arrived and told Magneto that this reality is false and solely due to the untimely death of Charles Xavier in the past. As the X-Men discuss this conundrum, Blink and Sunfire arrive at X-Mansion and tell their teammates that Apocalypse has once again begun culling human beings through his agent, Holocaust. The X-Men prepare to face Holocaust and bid their farewells, realizing that this mission is most likely of the suicide variety. Factor-X (1995) Issue #1 is a SECOND PRINTING. Written by John Francis Moore, with art and cover by Steve Epting. Scott Summers (Cyclops) betrays his leader--and father--Mr. Sinister! Also featuring Havok, Northstar, Aurora, Cannonball, Amazon (Elizabeth Guthrie), and the Bedlam Brothers. Finally, X-men Chronicles (1995) Issue #1 is a SECOND PRINTING. Written by Howard Mackie, with art and cover by Terry Dodson. Set during the Age of Apocalypse, Magneto has founded the X-Men to create the peaceful co-existence between humans and mutants; Due to growing hatred towards mutants, he has set up a special school to train young mutants how to control their abilities. His X-Men are: Quicksilver, the Scarlet Witch, Storm, Colossus, Jean Grey, and Iceman. He introduces them to their newest recruit, Weapon X. Meanwhile, Apocalypse makes himself known to the world and begins his edict of survival of the fittest. With numerous pin-ups, including a Beast illustration by Ian Churchill, a Magneto/Rogue illustration by Tom Grummett. A Weapon X illustration by Jae Lee, a Factor X illustration by Bryan Hitch, a X-Men illustration by Ian Churchill, a Gambit and His X-Ternals illustration by Tony Daniel, a Generation Next illustration by Paul Smith, and an Angel illustration by Val Semeiks. I would place all of these issues in the Very Fine to Near Mint range for condition.Grading is subjective, and only my opinion. Please look at the pictures and ask any questions before bidding. All comics have been stored properly in a smoke free home, and have been sealed since purchase.Please see my other listings to catch other great series!I will gladly combine shipping, when possible.Shipping: No international shipping!!! No Exceptions!! If you win multiple auctions, please wait for invoice with combined S&H before paying. All orders are usually shipped the next business day after payment is received. 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Price: 8 USD

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

End Time: 2025-01-13T15:13:18.000Z

Shipping Cost: 9.45 USD