The X-Men Say Goodbye To A Fallen Hero With A Death That Changes Everything

Image via Marvel Comics Published Sep 26, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT John Dodge is an MTV Writer for CBR who specializes in movies, television, comics, and pop culture. He has a deep knowledge of franchises like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Marvel, and DC Comics, along with a passion for indie and horror titles. An expert on obscure productions from the ’80s and ’90s, John is known for his encyclopedic recall of cult classics like Beetleborgs. Sign in to your CBR account The X-Men are quickly approaching a devastating tragedy, and a surprising mutant icon will be helping them pick up the pieces. AIPT Comics has revealed the main covers and solicit text for X-Men #42 and #43, which are looking to shake the Marvel Universe to its very core. While there is no telling exactly how things will shape up as of now, what fans do know is that one mutant icon will not survive the experience, leaving none other than Magneto to step up and lead the team in the aftermath. X-Men #42 Will Change Everything for Marvel's Premier Mutant Heroes Image via Marvel Comics Written by JED MacKAY Art by VINCENZO CARRATÙ Main cover art by NETHO DIAZ The official solicit synopsis for X-M...