X-Men #1

X-Men #1 has some fun in the House of X that Hickman and his collaborators so expertly built. At the same time, it stokes the narrative tension we need to keep this world fresh. Another must-read X-Men comic for 2019. Read Full Review

X-Men #1 is an excellent introduction to Hickman's new era. Read Full Review

Lots of clever ideas on display here, and lots of room to grow. Thefuture is bright for the team, especially as long as Hickman continues to shine. Read Full Review

A heavyweight like Hickman obviously needs someone whos batting on his level enter Leinil Francis Yu. Fresh off a stint on Ta-Nehisi Coatess Captain America, Yu offers visuals at his austere best, with pencils inked by frequent collaborator Gerry Alanguilan and colors by Sunny Pho. X-Men is a handsome book befitting Hickmans stoic but not emotionless script that also manages to look completely different from what Pepe Larraz and R.B. Silva were doing on HoXPoX, and the diversity in visuals so far bodes well for the rest of the revitalized X-Men line moving forward. Read Full Review

X-Men #1 brings mutants back to the character story which is a fan-favorite element that keeps these characters grounded, relatable, and interesting. The domestic lives of mutants are on full display and I can't wait to see how Hickman and Yu shatter the peace and tranquility of their lives. X-Men is very good at generating excitement in the exchanges between characters. Read Full Review

There's a level of deliberateness and world-building to Hickman's X-Men that I think paves over any inconsistencies in execution in pacing - indeed, harping too heavily on any shortcomings in the action sequence is kind of missing the point. Given how high the stakes have been in House of X and Powers of X, it makes sense to bring things down to a simmer, especially since Hickman can act as a smooth launchpad for the rest of the X-Men series coming out over the next month. While this isn't as radical a reinvention as some of Hickman's previous issues, he and Yu continue the franchise's hot streak in X-Men #1. Read Full Review

If you are going to pick up any of the new X-Books to make up this Dawn of X? Make sure that X-Men #1 is number one on your list. This book gave us a proper introduction into this new world of possibility. We got to see some of the new team, the new personalities to some of our favorite X-Men, more of Krakoa that we didn't see before, and the enemies we should brace ourselves for. It's a brave new world for the X-Men! And never before has those words stood more true. Read Full Review

Leinil Francis Yu brings some beautiful visuals to this issue and the action and panel progression are exciting. Read Full Review

f you're going to read any X-Men story, make sure it's this one. Because, the good times won't last, especially for mutants/The X-Men. Read Full Review

X-Men #1 is the first step in a historic run for the mutants. Read Full Review

"X-Men" #1 puts the major status quo shifts of "House of X" and "Powers of X" into perspective by focusing on character moments and what life is like in this brand new world. Read Full Review

Hickman keeps the mutant train rolling and introduces many new characters with X-Men #1. Read Full Review

For some, X-Men #1 is going to be a letdown, and that would beinevitable. House of X and Powers of X were just so goodthat it's hard not to see this as a slight step down. That said, it'snot really fair to this book, which has a very different goal.HoX and PoX created the new firmament for the X-books;X-Men #1 is the first step down the freshly paved road Hickmanand company laid out. In that, it succeeds with flying colors. Read Full Review

Dawn of X starts here! Following the events of House of X/Powers of X, Hickman slowly establishes the new mutant paradigm inX-Men #1(Hickman, Yu, Alanguilan, Gho, Cowles). Read Full Review

X-Men #1 is a more character-driven alternative to House of X, though the visuals don't quite measure up. Read Full Review

A new era for Marvels Mutants is here, and there are some very interesting things that have been set up and tons of story points to be touched on. It is all starting here with X-Men #1, and fans new and old are not going to want to miss out on this. Read Full Review

Overall this wasn’t what I was expecting for a first issue, but it was still an exciting and entertaining read. There is a lot being set up even in this first issue and laying the groundwork for the other ‘Dawn of X’ titles. If you enjoyed ‘House of X’ and ‘Powers of X’ then you will want to pick this one up. Read Full Review

Not exactly what I was expecting, X-Men #1 is slow and deliberate and offers readers a break from the drama and intensity of House of X and Powers of X. Still, X-Men #1 is a worthwhile read that promises a wild and dramatic ride in future issues. Read Full Review

As long as Marvel keeps teaming Hickman with talented artists like Yu, X-Men seems primed to be one of the most exciting and talked about superhero stories published today. Read Full Review

I will say this, if you have not read House of X and Powers of X then you definitely need to go out and get it in collected format. X-Men #1 is not a new reader-friendly issue. If you have not been reading House of X and Powers of X then you will be lost during much of X-Men #1. Read Full Review

Even though I was put off by the art style that contradicts the tone of the writing; the story was still great and worth a read. Read Full Review

X-Men #1 is a fine start to the series and a solid setup for the rest of the X-Men line. It isn't as sensational as the miniseries that readers were just treated to, but it is still enjoyable. Even if you aren't a fan of the Summers family, X-Men is definitely a book that should be picked up. Read Full Review

The first issue of Dawn of X is a nice view of the bigger picture of the status quo, but its lacking in the rich character drama that both defines the X-Men and will, ultimately, make this whole thing worthwhile. Read Full Review

If this first issue is any indication, then X-Men (technically, Volume 5) sets the stage for an enticing read that builds upon the books' 50 year history, while also also referencing some of Hickman's previous Marvel works. Overall, a strong start and sign of continued stability from the X-Editorial offices at Marvel. Read Full Review

If you picked this up expecting high octane action, suspense, thrills, and excitement from the wonderful world of Hickman, this issue is not for you. Summertime is about all youll get in this opener. Moreover, patience is most certainly in order as the series takes off and readers will immediately notice a tone switch from the opening launch series to what may appear to be a minor dip in the art quality as well. However, as a long time Jonathan Hickman fan, readers need to hang in there and let his story develop just like HOUSE OF X and POWERS OF X did in a much shorter timeframe. Read Full Review

Ryan

Oct 16, 2019

X-Men 1 is absolutely flawless. Hickman perfectly blends the character writing from his Fantastic Four run and the mind blowing plot of his Avengers run, and what you get is quite possibles the beginning of Jonathan Hickman’s greatest comic yet. Hickman writes every character perfectly, especially Scott. The conversations between Scott and Lorna and between Scott and Corsair were just terrific, and I got a good laugh out of Logan and Vulcan’s argument. Hickman hints at further things to come with the aftermath of the X-Men’s assault on the Master Mold. Yu’s art is beautiful and right now, X-Men is not just the best Marvel Comic, but the best comic. Period.

KittyNone

Oct 17, 2019

This is really the latest in the long X-Men tradition of quiet self-contained issues after big stories where characters interact and subplots are set in motion, but it's hard to criticize Hickman for the unusual decision to start there since this is essentially his 13th issue. And taking a moment to breathe is a great idea for a run that's been all concept and plot with little room for individual characters, and Hickman makes Cyclops and his family feel real in the way that only the best X-Men comics can. Mind you, we're hardly shorted on big ideas: the Summer House is a sci-fi joy and the broader concepts continue to be the most dizzyingly ambitious thing anyone's ever done with the X-Men.

Bigpoppa393

Oct 17, 2019

THIS IS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT

EDiakota

Oct 17, 2019

"I'm always careful, Storm. It's part of my charm." - CYCLOPE

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Hislight - Jan 5, 2020

Thats why I dinged it one point haha for that line alone

gustave154

Nov 15, 2019

The start of a great new era

Quirky Genin

Jul 18, 2021

The new gold standard.

Georgi

Oct 17, 2019

I really liked it, not much action, but it was structured in a way that it didn't need it. Loved the Cable moment and for me it's nice to see the whole Summers family together in such peace. Would have given it a 10 but the dialogue in the beginning was really off for me.

sebastianorellana95

Oct 19, 2019

Amazing beginning!!

M1sf1r3

Nov 28, 2019

Prelude: Dawn of X is upon us with Hickman's main book, X-Men. While I'm not expecting HoX/PoX quality, I'm hoping for a good story here. The Good: It's a character based story and I really enjoy those. The infographics are here! I didn't expect to see those in Dawn of X so I'm hoping these aren't a X-Men book only sort of thing. Also bit of a hint in that floor plan, wouldn't you say? A world where people love Magneto. That's a bit concerning. We're diving straight into the whole posthuman concern and while it's mostly a set-up, it's one I'm very intrigued by. I love how Krakoa has changed everyday life on a minute level. Wait, have Orchis already cracked the rejuvenation protocols? The Bad: I've got nothing. Con clusion: While not as groundbreaking as House of X or Powers of X, X-Men starts off with a blazing start. Character focused with every aspect done extremely well. A great start for Hickman and his team. more

Psycamorean

Oct 16, 2019

This was a slower issue, but I'm still really enjoying this. I know Hickman takes his time, so I'm not too concerned about the direction or speed. I wonder how people who didn't read HoX/PoX would respond to this.

Fastest Archer Alive

Oct 17, 2019

The X-Men are back on top of the comic book world and it feels so good. This is a great start to the regular ongoing after the HEAVY events of HoX and PoX. The tone is lighter and it feels FUN. Hickman uses this first issue to bring us up to speed with the field leader of all leaders: Cyclops. Scott Summers is back in the spotlight, and the hope and confidence he brings with him is refreshing. We get a sense of his new day-to-day life and how much this entire undertaking means to him. It really helps you connect with him, which is great for those that have had a hard time connecting with his character over the past few years, myself included. Everyone else is great too. His family is entertaining and it just feels good to see them all together under one roof. Every character stands out in their own way. Magneto's new status quo as an idol to the growing mutant population is super cool. It feels like Hickman has been wanting to write these characters his whole life, and it shows through his script how much he loves these troublemaking mutants. He also makes sure to plant seeds for future obstacles the X-Men will inevitably have to face. The human enemies here are just as determined to destroy the mutant race as the X-Men are determined to thrive. I've heard complaints about the art before I read this, and while it doesn't quite measure up to the fantastic pages of HoX and PoX, it certainly isn't bad. I would eventually like to see a first-rate artist on here to match the first-rate writing, however. A must buy if you're not scared of the next step in evolution! more

Hislight

Jan 05, 2020

Hickmans world building always makes me feel like a kid with all his favorite toys out. I love the little touches of detail he is always putting into his comics, like showing the Summers household blueprints and filling new readers like myself in on the world we have just entered through pages of information with a touch of technological flair. Yu, a masterful choice for this titles artist is on fire. His art has always been a favorite of mine and here is no exception. Yu feels awake on this one enhancing Hickmans Scifi re imagining of the Xmen greatly. Slow start? Maybe...but if you know Hickman you know hes not meant to be judged off a single issue.

CrazyforRAMU

Apr 29, 2020

[fills in "spooky mystery chick with a black-and-white palette" box on the Hickman Bingo card]

Screaming Enigma

Nov 08, 2023

Definitely a strong start to Hickman's X-Men run after completely changing the mutant status quo with HoX/PoX. While I do agree with the belief that this was a bit crammed at times, I think a large majority of what we got here, if not everything we got here, was written very well. I especially liked how Cyclops was written throughout this issue and I think it was good to focus more on him in the first issue of the series. It also helps when you have Yu putting out fantastic art on just about every single page of this.

Wolf Warner

Oct 15, 2019

The story is building. Slow burn ahead!!

allenquanobi

Oct 16, 2019

Good start after HoX and PoX

Kalaoui

Oct 17, 2019

The seeds are planted now and we wait and watch the threads develop. Fine job by Hickamn here. Hard to follow HOX-POX because you have pass on some things to bring others to the front although there is plenty of things crammed in here. Tons to shew on and great moments that will definitely lead to some serious conflicts. Yu art along with Alanguilan inks and Gho's colors are great together but somehow off in some instances. There is plenty of detail in this work especially on the forefront of panels but some backgrounds are lacking and layouts don't match sometimes with the actions it's trying to convey. Still, I'll take Yu's art any day of the week and twice on Wednesday!

mrDovydas

Oct 19, 2019

Great start to the series, and a very good continuation of HoX/PoX story. While this was quite a slow issue, it's a perfect introduction to the main story.

Spacey Medicine

Oct 23, 2019

A few bumps but mostly pretty good.

cincyfan

Nov 01, 2019

a great start i'm really looking forward to what happens next

Señor Smokey

Aug 13, 2020

-Cyclops opening made me smile -"Im tired of fighting, scott...but ill never be tired of lifting up our own" -Seeing magneto with so much care on his mind -Scott is so good in the opening issue -I like the art, but there are times where it can feel a bit lifeless(in dialogue panels) -Definitely a focus on Cyclops this issue which can feel unbalanced, but Hickman uses his life as a way to show mutant peace

Str4yK1d

Nov 25, 2023

I believe it was a good introduction to what could come for mutants. It was a good idea to focus on Cyclops' family for issue #1 because he is the "leader" of the mutants. So, meeting the whole family, including Vulcan, and close friends makes the new "status quo" that the magazine finds itself clearer. I would really like to have seen an interaction between Lorna and Alex, they have always been one of my favorite couples. About the villains, after the attack on the mother mold during House of X, they lost great strength. As long as they don't show a weapon as dangerous as the one they had before, they will continue to be beaten by the X-Men. At the end, when Alia says she can revive her husband, it made me curious what they can do. I 'm looking forward to knowing a little more about that stone. ps: Krakoa really gives the feeling that Magneto managed to achieve his dream. more

Another Nerd

Oct 16, 2019

Good start to the series.

Bill Blaze

Oct 16, 2019

It is a good issue but I'm not a fan of Yu's artwork. Some of the line work is kinda trash.

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Mr. Summers - Oct 20, 2019

You are the only person I found who doesn't like Yu's artwork. You call it kinda trash, I called it a fifth grade sketch book. I'm glad Im not alone in the opinion of Yu.

gaijin00

Oct 16, 2019

This was like a palate cleanser. I still love the writing. The art style seems... inappropriate? I like Yu's art but you know, I just feel like if it was drawn in any other way, it would have given me more feelz. But hey i'm pretty sure Yu's art during those instances where there's insane action happening would be best served together sometime in the next few issues. I've read most X books since the early 90s and stopped completely during Schism and I honestly don't mind having to chuck out a lot of small details I remember about characters so that I can fully immerse in this new world Hickman is building. I realize the more I hang on to the preconceived notions about the characters or continuity of before, the more it might ruin th is run for me. I guess for me it's about having faith in Hickman's direction driving this suspension of all my disbelief. Complete and absolute faith because of what I saw and read in HOX and POX. In any case if it crashes and burns, I'll just be back to the same cynical me that gave up on the X books sometime after Grant Morrison's run up to Schism. Buuut i don't think it'll end up like that. Also, on top of Sassy Sinister, i LIKE this new Vulcan. more

drwasheewashee

Oct 17, 2019

Not as "wow inducing" as HOXPOX but it does set the stage for what the series will be, doses of action and downtime. I also very much love Hickmans voice for magneto. Yu's art was nice but I felt it didn't leave to strong an impression on me

Mr. Summers

Oct 20, 2019

Every point i gave is for Hickman. His strong storytelling has given Cyclops all of the credit he has deserved since his creation. So far the characters are dynamic and full of new hope, with a serious edge to them. I love it. Apparently , from reading other critics, I am alone in being disgusted with Leinil Francis Yu's art. It looked like a fifth graders sketch book ! One frame Cyclops' nose was crooked. Storm looked like a 60 year old. Every character not the focus was scribbled in so poorly that I had a hard time recognizing who they were. The worst was krakoa. The beauty and majesty of that island was completely lost on this art team. It didnt even look like the wilderness. I fell in love with hox because of the artwork and the grea t writing of Hickman. Until they fix the artwork, I cannot support this rebooted x title. Im torn because the story fascinates me. Great job Hickman more

Ben

Nov 13, 2019

First half with Cyclops, Magneto, Storm and Polaris was good. The stuff with the Summers family is underwhelming.

Tony

Jun 16, 2020

Solid first issue.

Miracleman92

Sep 10, 2020

Mostly set-up, but overall a nice bridge from HOX/POX to the Dawn Of X titles.

Rhinoeat

May 05, 2021

These apes DO have PhDs thank you very much

dlanecomics

Jan 07, 2023

Fantastic art and solid writing make for a great start to the newest X-Men series.

ohhaimark

Oct 16, 2019

THE GOOD: -This was… good. It got better as it went along. -I like Yu's art a lot, but I'm not sure if it fits with Hickman's writing. Larraz really was the perfect fit for the tone of story they're going for. Yu's is more traditional and I guess that clashes with Hickman's untraditional writing. -The second half of this picked up a lot more. I liked the normalcy of it, and how well the mutants have settled into Krakoa. -Can't say Devo interests me at all, but Gregor has a good enough storyline from HoX that I do find her character compelling. -The relationship between Scott and his dad was really sweet here. -I'm moderately interested in where this going. THE BAD: -Not sure how I felt about that opening. It s eemed pretty random/disconnected, aside from having to do with Cyclops, but Hickman is known for his subtle setups… so we'll see. For now, I'll take no points off. -The dialogue at the beginning was just really awkward and contrived. Dialogue during action scenes has always annoyed me, this especially stood out due to how unnatural-sounding Hickman's dialogue is by nature. Also, Cyclops unironically saying, "They're sure to be savvy-- all these apes have PhDs!" made me laugh really hard. -The whole first half just didn't interest me whatsoever. I was really bored for some reason. more

egonnn244

Oct 21, 2019

"For I am Magneto. Let man run from me" Good issue, an entertaining one. But after a great opening, it really slowed down when they got back to Krakoa. The Summers' family dynamic and all that dinner stuff didn't seem very captivating. The art was good but lacked consistency from panel to panel. Some of them were great, while others might have been better.

packtsardines

Oct 22, 2019

Just because this is a 7 doesn't mean it's worth reading. I quite enjoyed this, I just had a problem with the dialogue at the beginning and following some of the story. I probably should have read House of X/Powers of X but it's not that hard to follow. Either way it's very enjoyable and I'm looking forward to issue 2.

pizzamain

Oct 18, 2019

I think the narrative jumping is really tiring on me. I don't need 13 storylines to be interested.

Full Spread

Jun 07, 2020

Hickman's pompous, pretentious, overly-serious attempts to take the inherently goofy X-Men to self-serious levels is fairly grating. But there have been countless writers across the history of comics who've been able to wrench pathos from silliness--so what's the real problem? Exposition. And the fact that our heroes--the X-Men--are continually on a god trip and therefore immensely unlikable and dull.

Br'er Lapin AKA 20-Ish Ceiln

Oct 30, 2019

I am not going to sugarcoat this... Hickman's writing has gotten to me. Usually I am complaining that certain books rely too much on humour or action, however this has the complete opposite problem. Everyone talks like they are politicians who just downed a bottle of sleeping pills. Unbearably boring. I might drop it if this is the tone going forward. This is the kind of book that would be great to read if it is the only series you follow. You could take in all the density of the lore, but given that I read like 20 books a week and the X-men are not in my top 5... frankly, it kind of makes me not look forward to reading it other than to rip the band-aid off.

AshWatson

Oct 16, 2019

Really didn't enjoy the "man should know when he's beaten" dialogue exchange from Cyclops and Storm. Felt racist in the most literal way. Add to that the extended tour through Scott's new Brady-Bunch-On-The-Moon house where Jean's only dialogue was about getting dinner ready. Creepy, disturbing, wrong.

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Psycamorean - Oct 16, 2019

Did you read House of X/Powers of X? Because maybe that would help you understand.

AshWatson - Oct 16, 2019

Yep. Still weird.

Psycamorean - Oct 16, 2019

I mean, it's consistent with the tone and characterization in those miniseries.

AshWatson - Oct 17, 2019

It seems to me, that Moira, and by extension Charles, is the villain of the series. They've established a fascist gov't under the guise of utopia and Cyclops is drinking the kool aid. It's more like The Man In The High Castle than a superhero book.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

I’m sorry, what? Oppressed beings fighting against evil powers that have exterminated so many innocents and you think the dialogue shouldn’t be aggressive and bias? You may want to look up the definition of racist before throwing that around..

AshWatson - Oct 18, 2019

If Cyclops had said "woman should know when it's beaten" or "black people should know when they're beaten" he'd be monstrous. Instead he identified every sentient being that can't fly or shoot lasers. He's in the wrong.

Psycamorean - Oct 18, 2019

I agree that he's wrong, but that's part of the new direction of the X-Men. You're supposed to feel uncertain of mutants as they become more militant.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

I completely disagree that he’s wrong. I respect both of your point of views but at the same time I think your lumping in basic pc culture with a man who most likely has some type of form of PTSD. It’s like telling a Jew who survived the concentration camp that he shouldn’t have a bias against Germans. Sure to a regular person that hasn’t gone through mass murder can sit there from there ivory tower and play judge but at the end of the day but yourself in Cyclops shoes.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

This issue they are taking down evil people who have abducted mutant children and are doing horrible things to them. These “men” they’re talking about can easily be the evil men that have been committing these acts. Your assuming that they are talking in absolutes when the point is, is that you just assuming. Last I checked, they gave the humans a game changing gift and said leave us the f*** alone. There just taking down evil and taking back their kind.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

If they were committing genocide and innocent people were getting killed, I’d absolutely say they’re wrong but that is definitely not the case.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

Sorry for the typos, I’m on my phone lol

Psycamorean - Oct 18, 2019

I see your point, but given how the other mutants talk about humanity in general, this sentiment isn't reserved just for evil men and women. There's a lot of cult mentality in how the mutants are acting. I think it's written in such a way to make you uncertain. I could see more lines being crossed as this X-Men status quo plays out that may make it clearer.

BG1904 - Oct 18, 2019

I can see that. I’m definitely excited to see what happens next. Good convo. You guys have a good one.

zot

May 25, 2020

The art was fine, but the plot was meh and the dialogue awful...50% exposition, 40% explaining their innermost thoughts and 10% what someone actually might say.