The Uncanny X-Men #278

In "The Battle of Muir Isle," the X-Men return to Earth only to face a dire threat: Muir Isle has fallen under the Shadow King’s control, its inhabitants now mindless pawns in a vast, spreading web of fear and hatred. With the Shadow King and Dr. Lian Shen observing chaos unfold across the globe, the team prepares for a desperate assault on the island, knowing that failure could mean the end of their fight. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Paul Smith, with inks by Hilary Barta, colors by Joe Rosas, and letters by Tom Orzechowski, this issue features a cover by Paul Smith that captures the intensity of the coming clash.