The X-Men #120

The X-Men #120, released in April 1979, serves as the opening chapter of the iconic Alpha Flight arc. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by John Byrne, the issue introduces the Canadian government's superhero team, Alpha Flight, as they attempt to forcibly return Wolverine to his former employers. This storyline was a pivotal moment in the series, as it expanded the international scope of the mutant mythos and deepened the exploration of Logan’s mysterious past.

The design of this issue captures the peak of the creative synergy between Claremont and Byrne, who sought to inject more grounded, character-driven conflict into the superhero genre. Byrne’s dynamic layouts and kinetic action sequences were instrumental in shifting the tone of X-Men toward a more cinematic narrative style. Upon its release, the issue was well-received for its tight pacing and the introduction of visually distinct characters like Guardian and Sasquatch, cementing its place as a cornerstone of the 'All-New, All-Different' era.