The Uncanny X-Men #398

Published in 2001, The Uncanny X-Men #398 serves as a pivotal entry in the 'Eve of Destruction' story arc. This narrative period was marked by the leadership of Scott Summers and Jean Grey, who returned to the X-Men to guide a new team of students through a landscape of evolving mutant politics and internal challenges. The issue reflects the creative shift during the early 2000s, a time when writers sought to ground the long-running series in more contemporary interpersonal stakes while maintaining the high-stakes action expected of the franchise.

The issue features artwork by Salvador Larroca and writing by Scott Lobdell, two figures deeply influential in defining the aesthetic and tone of the X-Men at the turn of the millennium. The visual design focuses on dynamic paneling and character-driven expressions, moving away from the more exaggerated anatomy typical of the 1990s. The issue was well-received by fans of the era for its focus on the dynamic between the established veteran mutants and the younger generation, cementing its status as a notable chapter in the expansive lore of Marvel's mutant corner.