Uncanny X-Men 248 - 1989 CGC 9.2 WP - 1st Jim Lee X-Men Art

Description: Dive into the action-packed world of the Uncanny X-Men with issue number 248, a pivotal 1989 release that marks the first time Jim Lee showcased his iconic art style. Featuring the dynamic ensemble of Colossus, Dazzler, Longshot, Rogue, Psylocke, and Storm, this single-issue comic book is a must-have for both avid collectors and Marvel (MCU) enthusiasts. Certified by the Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) with an impressive grade of 9.2 Near Mint-, this comic is a cherished piece of superhero lore.Collectors will appreciate that this edition of The Uncanny X-Men includes the notable 'Longshot leaves' storyline, encapsulating a significant narrative moment in the series. With original contributions from the renowned artist/writer duo Jim Lee and Chris Claremont, and featuring the cover art of Jim Lee and Dan Green, issue 248 is a key issue that stands out in any comic book collection. Embrace the rich tradition of US Comics with this classic Marvel Comics publication. Uncanny X-Men #248 CGC 9.2 slab is free of scratched, cracks and chips. Thanks for looking! Appearing in "The Cradle Will Fall"Featured Characters:The X-MenStorm (Ororo Munroe) (Leaves) (Apparent death)Colossus (Peter Rasputin)Dazzler (Ali Blaire)Psylocke (Betsy Braddock)Havok (Alex Summers)Longshot (Leaves) (Dream)Supporting Characters:Jubilee (Jubilation)Antagonists:NannyOrphan-Maker (Peter)The ReaversLady Deathstrike (Yuriko Oyama)BonebreakerPretty BoySkullbusterDonald PierceMurray ReeseWade ColeAngelo MaconSpiral (Ricochet Rita) (Dream)Mojo (Dream)Other Characters:Wolverine (Logan) (Dream)Rogue (Dream)Wolverine Reaver robot (Destroyed)Synopsis for "The Cradle Will Fall"Donald Pierce and his new compatriots, the Reavers, practice their coming attack on the X-Men. Meanwhile, back in Australia, Longshot dreams. In the state of Dreamtime, brought on by Gateway, Longshot speaks with Storm and tells her that he must leave the group to search for his identity. Nanny and the Orphan Maker, knowing of the coming deadly conflict with the Reavers, finalize their plan to save the X-Men, quite against their will. They arrive at the X-Men camp and swiftly capture Psylocke, Havok, and Dazzler. The three captured X-Men are placed in armor, designed by Nanny, which bends the X-Men against their will. The three are then forced to use their powers against the still free X-Men, Storm, and Colossus. During the following conflict Havok is freed from his armor. Still groggy, he fires a plasma discharge at Nanny's fleeing sky ship, which crashes to the ground, exploding on impact. To his horror, Havok is informed that the ship carried not only the fleeing Nanny and Orphan Maker, but the captured Storm as well. She is found dead among the debris.NotesLongshot has left the team to learn about his past.TriviaThis is Jim Lee's first work in the Uncanny X-Men.

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