Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

As a long-time X-Men enthusiast, let me tell you, the upcoming storylines for Uncanny X-Men are shaping up to be absolutely thrilling! The return of the Outliers to school and their subsequent hunt by the terrifying Bloodhounds is reminiscent of my own days as a young mutant in rural America. I remember the constant fear of discovery, the struggle to find acceptance, and the joy of discovering new powers – all experiences that these young characters will undoubtedly face.


The contemporary X-Men team is persistently pursued by a new breed of Sentinels. These mechanical assassins, conceived in 1965 during X-Men #14, when Dr. Bolivar Trask unleashed his inventions against Professor Charles Xavier’s initial group of X-Men, have been relentlessly chasing mutants ever since. Throughout the years, Sentinels have advanced significantly: from the Tri-Sentinel and Nimrod to the Omega Sentinel, and even Stark Sentinels built with Iron Man technology, all serving Orchis’ anti-mutant agenda in their attempts to eliminate mutantkind. These Sentinels share a common objective: suppressing mutant dominance.

In the latest installment of the “Sentinels” series by Alex Paknadel and Justin Mason, Lawrence Trask’s genetically advanced son, a precog mutant, has formed a squad of technologically enhanced Cyborg Sentinels to apprehend dangerous mutants for imprisonment at Graymalkin Prison, which was previously Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters.

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

Becca Constance Simon-Pinette, known as Calico with a psychic bond to her horse Ember, Sofia Yong (also called Jitter due to her quick concentration of any talent or skill), Valentin Correa (Ransom, the mutant who has a void instead of a heart), and Hoturu (Deathdream for his power to transition between life and death, controlling the power of the undead in his spectral “death state”) are the young X-Men trainees.

After making their first appearance in Uncanny X-Men #1 back in August, the Outliers will now integrate into a regular school setting in this Wednesday’s Uncanny X-Men #6, preparing them for their part in the upcoming crossover event Raid on Graymalkin with the X-Men.

Starting in January, the “Hunted by the Pack” storyline begins for the Uncanny X-Men #9 issue. In this narrative, a group called the Outliers are pursued by the Bloodhounds, which are advanced, stealthy Sentinels modeled after dogs and equipped with heightened senses and chainsaw-like teeth, designed for tracking down and eliminating mutants as described in Marvel’s storyline.

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

In the gaming world I’d say: “Starting next month, from Uncanny X-Men #10 through #13, acclaimed artist Luciano Vecchio is bringing some incredible solo variant covers for Calico, Jitter, Ransom, and Deathdream. This series will especially highlight ‘Hunted by the Pack,’ so keep your eyes peeled!

Uncanny X-Men #6

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

Four young mutants are about to return to education at a small-town school in Louisiana. One might wonder if this community is prepared for such an unusual group. Bullying, disappointing cafeteria meals, and flirtatious interactions in classrooms could be expected, but what if one of the students is the prophesied Endling, who will be the final member of mutantkind? Additionally, Jubilee embarks on a significant solo journey!

On sale: Nov. 27, 2024

Uncanny X-Men #7

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

In the thrilling continuation of “RAID ON GRAYMALKIN” Part Two, I, an avid fan, can hardly contain my excitement as two powerful X-Men squads stand divided at Graymalkin Penitentiary, a place once known as Xavier’s Institute. The formidable perimeter security and the mutant wardens within aren’t enough to deter us from our mission.

On sale: Dec. 11, 2024

Uncanny X-Men #8

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

“The Final Assault on Graymalkin – Part Four!

On sale: Jan. 8, 2025

Uncanny X-Men #9

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

Pursued by the Pack, Part One! The Misfits, struggling to fit into the world of mutants, now face a lethal group of fresh adversaries – a ruthless, unyielding, and indomitable swarm of covert Sentinels! With their mentors and support systems out of reach, and unaware of the creators or motives behind these destructive robots, four inexperienced mutants find themselves in flight, utterly ill-equipped for the hunters who have marked them as their targets!

On sale: Jan. 22, 2025

Uncanny X-Men #10

Marvel’s New X-Men Are Hunted by a New Breed of Sentinels

In Part Two, the Outliers – a group of four potential mutant recruits – are pursued by an unrelenting, ruthless, and seemingly indomitable anti-mutant program known as the Bloodhounds. These Bloodhounds are modeled after dogs and equipped with advanced tracking abilities and razor-sharp teeth resembling chainsaws, making them formidable hunters of mutants. With no escape in sight, the Outliers must confront…the relentless Bloodhounds!

On sale: Feb. 19, 2025

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2024-11-27 01:10