Things are spiraling out of control for both the X-Men and the Fantastic Four this October as Marvel’s DNX crossover reaches a critical turning point. With 3K’s plans accelerating and the threat of the X-Virus looming larger than ever, heroes across multiple titles find themselves pushed to their limits, whether they’re battling a future apocalypse, defending mutantkind’s last refuge, or simply trying to remember who they are. The event kicks off on September 2nd.
At the center of the chaos is DNX #3, where Cyclops and the X-Men continue their desperate fight against 3K above Philadelphia. Meanwhile, the Fantastic Four race against time while grappling with a devastating loss of identity and control over their powers. Elsewhere, X-Men turns its attention to more personal stories that remain deeply connected to the larger event, with John Greycrow forced into an unexpected role as defender and Psylocke confronting difficult questions about life, death, and the choices that define us.
“In all the high drama and high action of DNX, we’re also taking the time to zoom in on more personal moments, finding time to explore slightly smaller stories taking place at the same time as the big event,” explained DNX and X-Men writer Jed MacKay. “X-Men #39 sees John Greycrow, resolutely NOT an X-Man, having to step up, while #40 explores Psylocke’s attitudes towards life and death, and when to make the choice between them. These both tie into the larger themes of the DNX event and move forward story threads that have been brewing for some time!”
Over in Fantastic Four, writer Ryan North promises a conclusion that serves both the larger crossover and the team’s own unique brand of adventure.
“This is a really fun conclusion to a two-parter which, while obviously acting as an important part of DNX, also stands on its own as a Fantastic Four story for everyone else,” North said. “I get to bring the FF to some places they don’t normally go, both physically and emotionally, while at the same time saving the X-Men and the world. Jed has been a delight to work with, and we have commiserated over the challenge of writing Beast and Mr. Fantastic in the same room. It’s hard enough writing one smart guy, but two? There should only be one smart guy in every universe.”
Check out the solicitations below.
DNX #3
In DNX #3, 3K’s counterstroke has shocked the X-Men and Philadelphia is no less in the shadow of disaster as the Chairman’s spoilsport plan comes into effect! The X-Men must look to the least of their number while the Fantastic Four fight against time to deliver the data that can save the day.
X-MEN #39
In X-Men #39, enemies put their sights on the X-Men’s home base, the Factory, in Alaska. But the Factory is not undefended…and John Greycrow is an army unto himself!
X-MEN #40
In X-Men #40, alone on what could be a flying tomb, Psylocke stalks a mysterious monster on a solo mission for answers. But the answers she finds may raise only further questions.
FANTASTIC FOUR #18
In Fantastic Four #18, The Fantastic Four are lost, with no memory of who they are or why they’re there, but now they know they need to find out, fast, because Magneto’s life hangs in the balance. But without identities, or a clear understanding of their powers, the FF are as much a danger to themselves as they are their opponents.
Stay tuned for more DNX reveals in the weeks ahead, and look for the DNX #1 True Believers Blind Bags, featuring exclusive covers unavailable for individual purchase, when they arrive in stores on September 2.
DNX #3 (of 5)
Written by JED MACKAY
Art by FEDERICO VINCENTINI
Cover by KAARE ANDREWS
On Sale 10/14
X-MEN #39
Written by JED MACKAY
Art by NETHO DIAZ
Cover by TONY S. DANIEL
On Sale 10/14
FANTASTIC FOUR #18
Written by RYAN NORTH
Art by VINCENZO CARRATÙ
Cover by GIUSEPPI CAMUNCOLI
On Sale 10/28
X-MEN #40
Written by JED MACKAY
Art and Cover by TONY S. DANIEL
On Sale 10/28
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