The X-Files #22

The X-Files #22 was published in 1996 by Topps Comics as part of their ongoing licensed series based on the popular television program created by Chris Carter. During this period, the comic book medium was frequently used to expand the lore of the show, often featuring stand-alone procedural investigations that mirrored the television series' 'monster of the week' format while allowing writers and artists more creative freedom than a strictly linear adaptation might permit.

This specific issue features the work of writer Stefan Petrucha and artist Charles Adlard, a creative pairing that became synonymous with the Topps run. Adlard, who would later gain significant acclaim for his long-term work on The Walking Dead, utilized a gritty, atmospheric visual style that emphasized shadows and facial expressions to capture the skeptical yet curious tone of the series. The work was generally received as a successful extension of the franchise, appealing to fans who wanted further exploration of Mulder and Scully's investigations during the show's mid-nineties prime.