Grandson of Origins of Marvel Comics #[nn]

In "The Coming of The Sub-Mariner! (Chapter One: On the Trail of the Torch)," the X-Men, adrift at sea, are rescued by a Japanese vessel, prompting Professor Xavier to recall a pivotal moment from his past—his first encounter with Storm, then a thief in Cairo, and his clash with the enigmatic Shadow King. Written by Chris Claremont and John Byrne, with art by Byrne and inks by Terry Austin, this 1998 issue blends maritime tension with flashbacks to a defining chapter in Xavier’s history, all rendered with the distinctive style of John Byrne. The cover by Tom Grummett and Dan Green captures the mystery and motion of the tale.