Marvel Comics - X-Men Classic - #28A - December 1988

Plot

Classic X-Men #28 – “Cry for the Children!” & “Who Am I?”

This issue features two stories:

1. “Cry for the Children!”
   A reprint of Uncanny X-Men #122, originally crafted by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. The narrative follows the X-Men as they return to the X-Mansion after an extended absence. Key moments include Colossus undergoing a challenging Danger Room session and Cyclops grappling with personal decisions. Simultaneously, villains Juggernaut and Black Tom Cassidy enlist the services of the assassin Arcade to target the X-Men.

2. “Who Am I?”
   An original backup story written by Ann Nocenti with art by John Bolton. Set during a Halloween party, the X-Men attend in costume, blending in with other guests. Nightcrawler navigates the festivities, attempting to identify his teammates among the attendees. The evening takes a dark turn when a guest is attacked, prompting the X-Men to intervene and reveal their identities.

This issue also includes a pin-up by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green, and features cover art by Kieron Dwyer and Terry Austin.

Condition:  very Fine / Near Mint

Comic Condition & Grading

This comic has been visually inspected and graded based on over 30 years of collecting experience. I use standard UK grading terminology:

NM / Near Mint – virtually perfect

VF / Very Fine – light wear only

FN / Fine – general wear, still clean and complete

VG / Very Good – moderate wear, minor defects

G / Good – heavy wear or age, complete unless noted

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From the Seller

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