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Dec 9, 2014 · The first 44 issues of Classic X-Men contain an extra 12 page story by Claremont. These stories are great! They are often more personal stories then you get in the main comic and help to fill in character details.
Feb 20, 2018 · Chris Claremont forever defined the X-Men and, honestly, comics themselves, as no other writer in the medium has had as iconic a run as Claremont’s 16 years on Uncanny X-Men, New Mutants, Wolverine, and Excalibur, among others. It was–and is–a magnum opus.
Feb 18, 2024 · In an interview, Chris Claremont emphasized his approach to X-Men storytelling, which prioritizes character-driven narrative progression over regular crossovers and major story events.
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Jan 9, 2017 · From Giant Sized X-Men #1 reflections, which eventually gave Claremont all the pieces and characters to begin his run through Uncanny X-men #167, Powell makes a case for what each storyline means and how it shapes the later works.
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The dynamic duo of Claremont and Jim Lee divvied up the X-Men into two distinct squads following the X-TINCTION AGENDA event, available to read in full. The result? A game-changing issue #1 that still maintains its record as an industry best-seller.
This website is dedicated to the legendary comic book writer Chris Claremont and his monumental run on the X-Men series. You'll find a complete reading order, a condensed minimal reading order, and a selection of omnibus editions that comprehensively collect Claremont's groundbreaking run.
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Perhaps Claremont's most famous story arc is "The Dark Phoenix Saga," which ran from X-Men #129-138. This story saw Jean Grey, one of the X-Men, become possessed by a powerful cosmic force and become the Dark Phoenix, leading to a tragic and unforgettable conclusion.
