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X-Men History Altered in New Giant Sized X-Men #1

Updated: Feb 21

Marvel aims to write Ms. Marvel into early X-Men continuity in a new version of Giant Sized X-Men #1





Marvel Comics is set to commemorate the 50th anniversary of "Giant-Size X-Men" #1 with a groundbreaking five-part event beginning in May 2025. This series aims to reimagine pivotal moments in X-Men history, introducing new perspectives and characters that will significantly impact the Marvel Universe.


Event Overview

The anniversary event will consist of five one-shot issues, each focusing on a seminal X-Men storyline:

  1. Giant-Size X-Men #1 (May 28, 2025)

  2. Giant-Size Dark Phoenix Saga #1 (June 2025)

  3. Giant-Size Age of Apocalypse #1 (June 2025)

  4. Giant-Size House of M #1 (July 2025)

  5. Giant-Size X-Men #2 (July 2025)


Each issue will feature a "Revelations" back-up story uncovering hidden moments that will alter the X-Men's future, beginning with the introduction of "the X-Man who never was" in a story by Al Ewing and artist Sara Pichelli.


Key Creative Team

The event is spearheaded by writers Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing, renowned for their work on "Batman: The Knight" and "Star Trek: Year Five." They are joined by acclaimed artist Adam Kubert, known for his extensive contributions to X-Men comics.


Significant Continuity Changes

A central element of this event is the integration of Kamala Khan, the superhero known as Ms. Marvel, into early X-Men history. In "Giant-Size X-Men #1," Kamala is drawn into the past, witnessing the formation of the Uncanny X-Men and their first encounter with Krakoa from a new perspective. This narrative twist suggests potential alterations to established events, offering fresh insights into the X-Men's origins and their relationship with Krakoa.


Prelude and Release Schedule

The event will commence with a prelude in "Free Comic Book Day 2025: Fantastic Four/Giant-Size X-Men #1," releasing on May 3, 2025. This issue will feature a story by Ryan North and Humberto Ramos, setting the stage for the upcoming series.

The main event begins with "Giant-Size X-Men #1" on May 28, 2025, followed by the subsequent issues as outlined above.


Impact on Marvel Continuity

By reimagining key moments in X-Men history and introducing new characters and perspectives, this event is poised to have a lasting impact on the Marvel Universe. The inclusion of Ms. Marvel in early X-Men narratives could lead to significant shifts in character dynamics and storylines, potentially influencing future Marvel comics and media adaptations.



Fans can anticipate a series that not only honors the legacy of "Giant-Size X-Men" #1 but also redefines the boundaries of mutantkind's history within the Marvel Universe.

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