X-Men: Ronin #1

Name: X-Men: Ronin #1
Brand: Marvel

May 2003 · Marvel · 2.99 USD; 4.75 CAD

“Hajime No Ippo [The First Step]”

In *X-Men: Ronin #1*, Emma Frost’s ruthless pursuit of the White Queen title takes a dangerous turn when she deploys the Shadowcat Ninjas to capture Jean Grey—only for the X-Men to repel the attack. With her plans escalating, Emma enlists a trio of powerful villains to finish what the ninjas couldn’t, setting the stage for a high-stakes clash. Written by J. Torres and brought to life by artist Makoto Nakatsuka with color by Guru eFX and letters by Randy Gentile, this 2003 Marvel issue features a striking cover by Tommy Ohtsuka.

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writer J. Torres · colorist Guru eFX · letterer Randy Gentile · artist, inker Makoto Nakatsuka · cover Tommy Ohtsuka

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Full credits

writer J. Torres

colorist Guru eFX

letterer Randy Gentile

artist, inker Makoto Nakatsuka

cover pencils, inks Tommy Ohtsuka

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In her bid to become White Queen of the Hellfire Club, Emma sends the Shadowcat Ninjas to capture Jean Grey but the X-Men drive them off. Emma then turns to a trio of super powered baddies to complete the mission.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).