soon-to-be-legendary Hellfire Gala. Acclaimed artist Russell Dauterman has taken the reigns on spearheading the character redesign efforts for this epic event and a handful of his avant-garde creations are getting their chance in the spotlight.
Marvel has been promoting the Hellfire Gala to the highest degree, making it a seemingly indisputable fact that it's going to be an event fans are not going to want to miss. The 12 issue spread, which will be sprinkled throughout the month of June across the X-Men franchise's list of titles, all take place on the same night but are meant to bring different perspectives to the story and highlight different critical moments. Of course, the plot, surprises, fights, and consequences of the evening's events are all of great interest, but it's important not to forget the one thing that has captivated everyone's attention since the first piece of promotional material was released: the fashion!
Some of the hottest artists in the world of comics have taken on the task of reimagining legacy characters from the X-Men franchise in what Marvel is saying will be, "a first-of-its-kind crossover told across twelve issues... that will go down in Marvel Comics history." Heroes normally caught in the throes of battle are now getting dressed to the nines to take a walk down Krakoa's green carpet for the elegant soiree. From avant-garde bodysuits to chic capes, all-over fringe, shoulder pads, statement hats, and more, the mutants of Krakoa aren't letting this chance for extravagance them by, and it's all thanks to the talented artists behind the Gala's arc. Not only will fans get to see some amazing art grace the pages of the 12-issue event, but they will also have the opportunity to collect all 12 variant covers by Dauterman, which, when lined up side-by-side, equal one continuous look at X-Men's A-listers showing off their looks on the green carpet!
Check out all 12 variant covers in order below, as well as what they will all look like side-by-side:
From left to right the fashionable and powerful lineup includes Rachel Summers, Kate Pryde, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Cyclops, Emma Frost, Storm, Rogue, Captain Britain, Angel, Penance, and Nightcrawler. Of course, they won't be the night's only attendees, but they are representing each of the respective tie-in issues that will make up the Hellfire Gala: X-Factor #10, X-Force #20, Wolverine #13, Planet-Size X-Men #1, X-Men #21, Marauders #21, S.W.O.R.D. #6, Hellions #12, Excalibur #21, X-Corp #2, New Mutants #19, and Way of X #3.
For devoted fans of the X-Men franchise, this event is going to be a can't miss; and for lovers of art and comic collectors alike, these variants are going to be items readers will want to get their hands on once the issues roll out next month. It's like a puzzle or scavenger hunt: collect all of the pieces and there's a wonderful piece of art as a prize at the end. Regardless of the high-quality art and character designs, though, the Hellfire Gala is bound to be a night of celebrations with lasting ramifications. The story promises to be one that fans, and the Marvel Universe as a whole, won't soon forget.
Source: Marvel
