X-Men: Eve of Destruction

In this 2005 Marvel one-shot, the X-Men face a turning point as they confront the consequences of their recent battles and the looming threat of a new era. Written with a focus on the team's internal dynamics, the issue is most notably illustrated by Ian Churchill, whose dynamic art captures the heightened tension. A pivotal moment in the X-Men's history, Eve of Destruction sets the stage for the dramatic shifts that would define the mutant line in the years to come.