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Uncanny X-Force Vol. 1 (Marvel, 2010–2012)
Marvel took the gloves off in 2010 with one of the most acclaimed mutant team books of the modern era. Uncanny X-Force delivers a darker, razor-sharp take on the X-Men concept — built around the missions nobody else will touch. When threats emerge that are too dangerous, too morally gray, or too final for the traditional teams, Wolverine forms a covert strike squad operating completely off the books.
Led by Wolverine and featuring Psylocke, Fantomex, Deadpool, and Archangel, this series blends espionage tension, brutal action, and character-driven drama into a tightly focused run that rewards long-time X-readers and newcomers alike. Rick Remender’s writing pushes the team through impossible choices involving reborn Apocalypses, fractured loyalties, and escalating mutant destiny, culminating in the landmark “Dark Angel Saga” — widely regarded as one of Marvel’s standout 2010s story arcs.
Spanning 35 issues and companion specials, this volume remains a cornerstone for collectors building a modern X-library. Stylish, intense, and emotionally charged, Uncanny X-Force Vol. 1 represents the evolution of mutant storytelling toward mature themes while still delivering classic superhero spectacle — a defining chapter in Wolverine’s leadership legacy and a must-know era in X-Force history.
