X-Men: The Shattering

In 2009, Marvel launched X-Men: The Shattering, a single-issue comic that stands as a stark, self-contained snapshot of the mutant mythos. Illustrated by Brandon Peterson, this one-shot explores a pivotal moment of upheaval for the X-Men, distilling the franchise’s signature themes of crisis and resilience into a tight, impactful narrative. Though brief, it offers a concentrated dose of the series’ dramatic potential.