The X-Men #98

The X-Men #98, published in April 1976, serves as a pivotal chapter in the 'All-New, All-Different' X-Men era revitalized by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum. Following the successful relaunch of the title in Giant-Size X-Men #1, this issue continues the team's transition away from Silver Age concepts toward more mature, character-driven storytelling. It is part of a sequence that redefined the X-Men for a modern audience, emphasizing the interpersonal conflicts and global stakes that would define the franchise for decades.

The issue features cover art by Dave Cockrum and interior pencils by Dave Cockrum, with inks by Sam Grainger. The narrative follows the team as they deal with the aftermath of their encounter with the Sentinels and the ongoing threat of the Shi'ar Empire. The design of this era sought to blend classic superhero action with a darker, more international scope, and it was received as a significant step forward in cementing the new roster's popularity and the longevity of the series during the mid-1970s.