True Believers: X-Men - Cypher #1

In "School Daysze," Magma steps into the Xavier Institute, adjusting to her new role as a student and emerging responsibility. With Kitty Pryde and her tech-savvy friend Doug Ramsey taking control of a government Sentinel, tensions rise among the New Mutants, while Professor X watches closely—concerned for Sunspot and Wolfsbane. Written by Chris Claremont and brought to life by Sal Buscema’s art, Tom Mandrake’s inks, Glynis Wein’s colors, and Tom Orzechowski’s lettering, this issue captures the quiet intensity of growing up under pressure. Bret Blevins delivers the cover, perfectly framing the moment.