The X-Men and Captain Universe: Sleeping Giants #1

In "Sleeping Giants," Captain Universe teams up with the X-Men when mysterious mutations begin turning ordinary people into something unrecognizable—forcing the heroes to uncover the source before chaos spreads. Written by Bob Budiansky and illustrated by Jim Craig, with dynamic inks by Dan McConnel and vibrant colors by Jim Hoston, this 1994 Marvel standout features a unique personalization that weaves in the original buyer’s name, hometown, and a friend or partner’s name, making each copy feel like a one-of-a-kind mission. The Hildebrandt brothers deliver a striking cover that captures the story’s eerie, otherworldly tone.