The Uncanny X-Men #456

The Uncanny X-Men #456 was published by Marvel Comics in April 2005 as part of the 'X-Men: Reload' initiative. This period followed the conclusion of Grant Morrison’s transformative New X-Men run and sought to return the characters to more traditional superhero dynamics while maintaining the complex character interplay that defined the series. The issue itself sits within the 'World's End' story arc, which explores the aftermath of the team's ongoing geopolitical tensions and the evolution of mutant culture.

The issue features a script by Chris Claremont, the writer most famously associated with defining the modern X-Men mythos, and artwork by Alan Davis. Davis is renowned for his clean, dynamic linework and ability to balance large ensemble casts, which serves the narrative as it focuses on the team's efforts to stabilize their public image and manage the fallout of their previous encounters. The cover and interior art were well-received by fans of the era for their classic aesthetic and the grounded, character-focused approach to superhero storytelling.