Review: X-Factor Vol. 1: Please Like and Share

Author: Mark Russell
Artist: Bob Quinn
Colorist: Jesus Aburtov
Letterer: Joe Caramagna
Publisher: Marvel
Released: April 9, 2025
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Series: X-Factor 1-5 

Summary:

The era of Krakoa is over, and mutants all over the world are scrambling to find (or re-find) their place in the larger world. Some are returning to their roots, while others are still trying to make a stand in their own way.

Enter the X-Factor! A new mutant organization led by a media-savvy CEO. It’s just as bad as it sounds, with the team being run by humans and forced to post constant updates on social media. What a nightmare.

Review:

The fall of Krakoa shook everyone, readers and characters alike. At least, that’s how it felt to this reader. So, naturally, I tried to make a point of checking out all the new From the Ashes series, including X-Factor.

X-Factor is arguably the most satirical comic series of the set, full of commentary about corporations, loyalty, social media, etc. Basically, if you can think of it, there’s probably at least one barb tucked into these pages.

The primary team (remember, X-Men team, so there will be fluctuation) consists of Angel, Havok, Frenzy, Feral, and Pyro, but a couple of new additions. Honestly, I’m tempted to rate this series a five simply for bringing Granny Smyte into my life. I love that woman, and I hope that we’ll see her in other series in the future. (I mean, she can’t die, so she’s gotta be hanging out somewhere, right?).

Overall, X-Factor Vol. 1 is over the top and fun. It isn’t really going for subtlety, and that’s okay. It feels a little disjointed when compared to the other five series, but I honestly don’t think it’s trying to match them in theme or tone. It’s worth checking out if you have the time.

Highlights:

• Superhero Adventures
• X-Men Conflicts
• Granny Smyte

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