
Alek Pacnadel penned the “Sentinels” miniseries, which was one of the standout entries from “From the Ashes,” and he demonstrates that talent in this book. The narrative continues where the Krakoa Era book “Dark X-Men” left off, addressing why Havok appeared normal in X-Factor #1 following his resurrection as a zombie by Madelyne Pryor. This story primarily follows K’yrb, a demon who was assisting Maddie with Havok, as he attempts to heal the unfortunate Summers brother. A balance of action and character is maintained throughout the story, and it reintroduces some classic X-Men characters such as N’astirh. Overall, it’s an engaging and emotionally resonant tale, well-paced and filled with intrigue. It offers a glimpse into the twisted dynamics of Maddie and Havok’s relationship, making for a captivating chapter in her ongoing saga. Paknadel delivers exceptional character development, and I would be thrilled to see him explore more of Madelyne Pryor’s story in future works. The first story is impressive, and I was convinced that the issue couldn’t get any better after finishing it.