Essential X-Men #2
In "Here Comes Yesterday (Part Five)," the young Cyclops ventures into a bank to confront a mysterious security box, setting off a chain of tense encounters. As Mystique urges him to meet his older self, Shadowcat guides the younger X-Men in combat, while Angel and his younger counterpart face off against Hydra at the besieged Avengers Tower—each moment echoing the weight of time and legacy. Written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by David Marquez, with colors by Marte Gracia and letters by Cory Petit, this issue’s dynamic pacing and emotional depth are captured in a striking cover by Stuart Immonen and Wade von Grawbadger.
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The young Cyclops visits a bank to look at a security box. Mystique turns up to talk to him and encourage him to meet with his older self. Shadowcat tries to teach some of the young X-Men some combat skills. Meanwhile Angel and his younger self take on Hydra who are attacking the Avengers tower.
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