Nation X #3

In "Unresolved Issues," Magik tests Anole’s mettle by teleporting him into a desolate desert on Utopia, leaving him to fend for himself—no easy task when the only thing he’s got is his stubborn pride and a dwindling supply of water. Written by Grace Randolph and illustrated by James Harren, with inks by Jaime Mendoza, colors by Emily Warren, and letters by Jared Fletcher, this issue explores survival, self-reliance, and the quiet tension between growing up and staying a kid. The cover by Dustin Weaver captures the isolation with stark, striking detail.