X-Factor: Hard Labor

In this 2011 Marvel one-shot, the mutant detective agency X-Factor takes on a gritty case that tests their unconventional methods. Illustrated by David Yardin, this single issue delivers a tight, character-driven mystery that showcases the team's unique blend of super-powered investigation and personal drama. A self-contained snapshot of the series' run, it offers a quick entry point for readers curious about the darker, noir-tinged corner of the X-Men universe.