Essential X-Men: Volume 3 Review

Writer Chris Claremont continues working magic with wonderful artists to bring the X-Men to life. Highlights here include a memorable encounter with Doctor Doom, a deep look at Magneto’s motivations, a freaky Friday twist between Storm and Emma Frost, cosmic backstabbing with the Shi’ar Empire and the Brood, two fierce battles on an alien world, Illyana Rasputin’s horrifying abduction into Limbo, and Nightcrawler touring his own “Inferno”. Guest starring Carol Danvers (Captain Marvel), Doctor Strange, and The Fantastic Four. Collects Issues 145-161 and Annuals 3-5.
Intro: 00:00-5:46
Synopsis of Annuals 3-5: 5:47-37:03
Synopsis of Issues 145-161: 37:04-1:30:58
Review: 1:30:59-1:54:46
Writer: Chris Claremont
Pencils: Dave Cockrum, Jim Sherman, Bob McLeod, Bill Sienkiewicz, Brent Anderson, George Perez, and John Romita, JR.
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[@ethn2963]

I love these reviews on the Essentials nobody ever talks about these and I almost love them more than the originals

[@eyeofbrown1387]

Thank you 🙏! I’m glad you’re enjoying them. For the X-Men especially, I honestly think that the black and white format gives the artwork a timeless feel. If you like the Essentials line, I’d recommend The Ghost Rider series with Johnny Blaze. Volumes 1 & 3 are so-so, but volumes 2 & 4 contain some of the best Marvel horror comics I’ve ever read.

[@ethn2963]

@@eyeofbrown1387 Thank you for the recommendation! I will gladly check those out. any other ones I should look for?

[@eyeofbrown1387]

@@ethn2963 You’re welcome! From what I remember, there were several Essentials for Amazing Spider-Man (which was how I was able to read the Steve Ditko and John Romita Sr. stuff; that was a looong time ago). Marvel Two-In-One (starring The Thing) was fun, and Volumes 2 & 3 of The Punisher had some awesome Frank Castle stories. Haven’t read them yet, but want to read the Moon Knight Essentials. THAT is a character who’s perfect for the black & white format. Hope this helps!