Cover: Roger Cruz

X-Men: First Class #13

Aug 2008 · Marvel · 2.99 USD; 3.05 CAD

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In "Rise, Robot, Rise," Professor X takes a bold step by welcoming the highly advanced Machine Man into the X-Men, testing whether a synthetic mind can truly belong among mutants. With Angel gone and the team reeling from change, this pivotal issue explores identity, trust, and what it means to be human—through the eyes of a robot learning to fight for something greater than code. Written by Jeff Parker and illustrated by Roger Cruz, with colors by Val Staples and letters by Nate Piekos, the cover by Cruz captures the moment the machine rises.

Contains 2 stories

Rise, Robot, Rise

21 pp · Superhero

Lava Men (villains)

When Angel steps away from the team, Professor X welcomes the highly advanced robot Machine Man into the X-Men, testing whether a synthetic mind can truly belong among mutants. As the team faces the Lava Men, Machine Man must prove he’s more than just circuitry—his choices could redefine what it means to be a hero.

Who Is This Mysterious Agent Baker?

1 pp · Superhero