There's nothing new here with the story, but, I mean, it's SUPPOSED to be a retelling of stuff we already know, so that's all right. I like the random teen drama, because that's what made the X-Men so fun in their early years, and I like the change-up in the Warren/Jean/Scott thing. I loved the characterization on all five and the script was fun entertaining. Also love that Jean is effectively our PoV and all, "So, Xavier's creepy and these boys are dumb." <3 <3 <3

I wish we could've seen more about Bobby and Scott's life before. Feels like we at least got glimpses at Warren, Jean, and Hank's. I dunno, that's probably pretty random, but I feel like it made Bobby and Scott flatter than the other three, which they totally are not. (And again, characterization was perfect.)

That said, it art is f#@kin' glorious and gets it an extra star. Admittedly I am biased because McKelvie's wizardry with body language and his beautiful, clean lines have long since predisposed me toward his art. But hey. Whatever.

This'd be a great intro for people unfamiliar with the X-Men. I really like the First Class comics, but just as a sort of "classic" version, this is where its at.

Extra points to Marvel for giving us a download code for the Marvel app with the hardcover buy. Thanks, y'all. Made my day.