X-Men #38

In "Smoke and Mirrors," Beast delves deeper into the mystery of the Legacy Virus, while Iceman and Rogue take a rare moment of relaxation with a swim. Meanwhile, Psylocke and Jean push their psychic limits in training, and Gambit faces off against Sabretooth in a high-stakes Danger Room simulation. Written by Fabian Nicieza and brought to life by Andy Kubert’s dynamic art, with inks by Matt Ryan and colors by Kevin Somers, this 1994 X-Men issue captures the team at a tense, pivotal moment—each character grappling with personal stakes beneath the surface of the mission. The cover by Andy Kubert and Matthew Ryan perfectly encapsulates the issue’s blend of intensity and intrigue.