Ultimate X-Man #[nn]

In "Breaking Away," Nate escapes Apocalypse's slave pits with Cyclops's help and finds refuge with Forge's mutant rebels, a troupe disguising their resistance as a traveling theatre company. As tensions rise during a clash with the Infinites, Apocalypse takes notice of Nate's untapped abilities—and dispatches Domino to capture him. With Sonique and Essex now part of the group, the rebels must stay one step ahead of their relentless pursuer. Written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Steve Skroce, with cover art by Skroce and Cam Smith, this 1995 issue blends high-stakes action with the intimate dynamics of a scattered team finding its footing.