X-Men, Vol. 1 #113A (Marvel Comics 2001) Leinil Francis Yu Regular

Relive the status-quo-shaking finale of Eve of Destruction with X-Men, Vol. 1 #113A (Marvel Comics, 2001). This milestone issue closes out a pivotal arc and sets the stage for a new era in the X‑Men saga. Story highlights Wolverine faces off against Magneto in a high-stakes battle royal to end all battles, joined by a mysterious partner. The result—hinted with the iconic lines “Xavier” and “Snikt!”—reshapes the X‑Men’s future and signals a transition to fresh storytelling with Joe Casey and Grant Morrison stepping in as the series moves forward. Why this issue matters Concludes the Eve of Destruction storyline and alters the X‑Men status quo Drives the narrative into a new era by setting up upcoming writers and directions Iconic confrontation between Wolverine and Magneto, with lasting consequences for the team Publication details Format: 32 pages, with ads Cover price: $2.25 Credits: Cover by Leinil Yu; story by Scott Lobdell; interior art by Leinil Francis Yu; inks by Dexter Vines, Edgar Tadeo, and Alanguain