Essential X-Men #17
In "The Confession," the X-Men stand defiant against the Dark Avengers, emerging victorious and claiming the island as their new sanctuary. As Norman tries to reframe the loss as a win for the press, the team’s hard-won victory hangs in the balance. Written by Matt Fraction and illustrated by Mike Deodato, Terry Dodson, and Rachel Dodson, with colors by Justin Ponsor and Christina Strain, this issue features a striking cover by Steve McNiven.
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The X-Men take on the Dark Avengers and defeat them claiming the island as their home. Norman attempts to spin the defeat as a success to the awaiting press.
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