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Marvel surprised fans with the unannounced release of X-Men: Age of Revelation #0, a prelude to the upcoming X-Men: Age of Revelation event. This unexpected issue, whose existence was only confirmed last week alongside the event announcement, serves as an exciting preview of what’s to come, offering a glimpse into the basic premise and the radically altered states of familiar characters. Jed MacKay, the mastermind behind the entire event, pens the issue, with art by Humberto Ramos, who makes a notable return to X-Men books the same month he takes over Fantastic Four.

Set a decade in the future, the Age of Revelation event plunges readers into a world that has undergone a drastic transformation. MacKay cleverly uses Xorn, a character not typically featured in his X-Men run, to chronicle the momentous changes of the past ten years. The entire issue meticulously recounts how the X-Men and the world at large arrived at this pivotal point. While drawing clear inspiration from past “Age of” narratives, such as Age of Apocalypse, Age of X-Man, and Sins of Sinister, Age of Revelation distinguishes itself with MacKay’s fresh perspective. The catalyst for this sudden, radical shift is the event’s titular character, Revelation, formerly Cypher and Doug Ramsey, who was introduced as the Heir of Apocalypse in Steve Foxe and Netho Diaz’s 2024 mini-series.

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The new world of Age of Revelation skillfully blends the dystopian elements of Age of Apocalypse with the more utopian aspects seen in Age of X-Man and House of M. MacKay seamlessly integrates concepts from his ongoing X-Men run, such as the 3K and their ability to transform humans into mutants, highlighting their integral role in this new reality. While much remains to be implied, hinting at the fates of other X-Men and Marvel heroes, Age of Revelation #0 primarily serves as a world-building exercise. It provides just enough information to pique curiosity and set the stage, leaving readers to ponder the finer details of this intriguing future.

The issue concludes with a compelling twist. Far from being merely a static look at this new world, Age of Revelation #0 delivers a direct story hook for the event kicking off in October: one member of the X-Men will be transported to this bleak future, tasked with the monumental challenge of altering its course.

Veteran Marvel artist Humberto Ramos brings his distinctive style to Age of Revelation #0. Known for prioritizing dynamic action and stylized visuals over strict realism, Ramos’s work here is reminiscent of current X-Men artist Ryan Stegman, who has cited Ramos as an influence. Though his highly stylized faces and physiques may not appeal to everyone, Ramos’s undeniable skill shines through in his precise line work and detailed cityscapes. His art synergizes well with the established aesthetic of X-Men books drawn by Stegman and fill-in artist Netho Diaz. Victor Olazaba provides the inks, while Edgar Delgado delivers a unique and impactful color palette, transitioning from subdued grays in the grimmer scenes to brighter, more vibrant hues as Revelation’s new world takes shape.

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Special recognition goes to Jay Bowen for the exceptional design of the book and the event as a whole. The X-Men title, inspired by the classic design from decades past, looks stunning and feels perfectly suited for the modern era. Each book in the Age of Revelation event also features a new X logo on its spine, alongside earthy color tones that add to the cohesive aesthetic.

X-Men: Age of Revelation #0 is an indispensable read for anyone following Jed MacKay’s X-Men, providing an enticing and exciting preview of what’s to come. While some readers might be wary of yet another “Age of Apocalypse” homage so soon after Sins of Sinister and Giant-Size Age of Apocalypse, Age of Revelation #0 offers enough intrigue and unique story elements to stand apart. With its stylized and synergistic artwork from Humberto Ramos and Edgar Delgado, X-Men: Age of Revelation #0 is undoubtedly this week’s must-buy X-Men issue, promising thrilling developments in the months ahead.

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Marvel surprised fans with the unannounced release of X-Men: Age of Revelation #0, a prelude to the upcoming X-Men: Age of Revelation event. This unexpected issue, whose existence was only confirmed last week alongside the event announcement, serves as an exciting preview of what’s to come, offering a glimpse into the basic premise and the radically altered states of familiar characters. Jed MacKay, the mastermind behind the entire event, pens the issue, with art by Humberto Ramos, who makes a notable return to X-Men books the same month he takes over Fantastic Four.

Set a decade in the future, the Age of Revelation event plunges readers into a world that has undergone a drastic transformation. MacKay cleverly uses Xorn, a character not typically featured in his X-Men run, to chronicle the momentous changes of the past ten years. The entire issue meticulously recounts how the X-Men and the world at large arrived at this pivotal point. While drawing clear inspiration from past “Age of” narratives, such as Age of Apocalypse, Age of X-Man, and Sins of Sinister, Age of Revelation distinguishes itself with MacKay’s fresh perspective. The catalyst for this sudden, radical shift is the event’s titular character, Revelation, formerly Cypher and Doug Ramsey, who was introduced as the Heir of Apocalypse in Steve Foxe and Netho Diaz’s 2024 mini-series.

Marvel Comics

The new world of Age of Revelation skillfully blends the dystopian elements of Age of Apocalypse with the more utopian aspects seen in Age of X-Man and House of M. MacKay seamlessly integrates concepts from his ongoing X-Men run, such as the 3K and their ability to transform humans into mutants, highlighting their integral role in this new reality. While much remains to be implied, hinting at the fates of other X-Men and Marvel heroes, Age of Revelation #0 primarily serves as a world-building exercise. It provides just enough information to pique curiosity and set the stage, leaving readers to ponder the finer details of this intriguing future.

The issue concludes with a compelling twist. Far from being merely a static look at this new world, Age of Revelation #0 delivers a direct story hook for the event kicking off in October: one member of the X-Men will be transported to this bleak future, tasked with the monumental challenge of altering its course.

Veteran Marvel artist Humberto Ramos brings his distinctive style to Age of Revelation #0. Known for prioritizing dynamic action and stylized visuals over strict realism, Ramos’s work here is reminiscent of current X-Men artist Ryan Stegman, who has cited Ramos as an influence. Though his highly stylized faces and physiques may not appeal to everyone, Ramos’s undeniable skill shines through in his precise line work and detailed cityscapes. His art synergizes well with the established aesthetic of X-Men books drawn by Stegman and fill-in artist Netho Diaz. Victor Olazaba provides the inks, while Edgar Delgado delivers a unique and impactful color palette, transitioning from subdued grays in the grimmer scenes to brighter, more vibrant hues as Revelation’s new world takes shape.

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Special recognition goes to Jay Bowen for the exceptional design of the book and the event as a whole. The X-Men title, inspired by the classic design from decades past, looks stunning and feels perfectly suited for the modern era. Each book in the Age of Revelation event also features a new X logo on its spine, alongside earthy color tones that add to the cohesive aesthetic.

X-Men: Age of Revelation #0 is an indispensable read for anyone following Jed MacKay’s X-Men, providing an enticing and exciting preview of what’s to come. While some readers might be wary of yet another “Age of Apocalypse” homage so soon after Sins of Sinister and Giant-Size Age of Apocalypse, Age of Revelation #0 offers enough intrigue and unique story elements to stand apart. With its stylized and synergistic artwork from Humberto Ramos and Edgar Delgado, X-Men: Age of Revelation #0 is undoubtedly this week’s must-buy X-Men issue, promising thrilling developments in the months ahead.