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X-Factor by Peter David Omnibus
X-Factor by Peter David Omnibus Vol. 3
Collects X-Factor (2005) #40-50, 200-232, 224_1; Nation X: X-Factor (2010) #1.
As the world's only mutant detective agency, X-Factor Investigations welcomes all cases - the stranger, the better! And their latest gigs involve gods, vampires, the disappearance of the Invisible Woman and the ever-volatile state of mutant politics - lurching from a literal Utopia to a damaging Schism! But in the wake of a heartbreaking loss, the team has splintered - and Jamie Madrox begins a quest for the answers he needs to feel whole again. What does his future have in store? Meanwhile, Siryn faces the fight of her life, and a traumatized Wolfsbane returns with a baby on the way - only to learn that her ex-boyfriend, Rictor, has a new love! And will a member of X-Factor fall? It's an X-book like no other!
As the world's only mutant detective agency, X-Factor Investigations welcomes all cases - the stranger, the better! And their latest gigs involve gods, vampires, the disappearance of the Invisible Woman and the ever-volatile state of mutant politics - lurching from a literal Utopia to a damaging Schism! But in the wake of a heartbreaking loss, the team has splintered - and Jamie Madrox begins a quest for the answers he needs to feel whole again. What does his future have in store? Meanwhile, Siryn faces the fight of her life, and a traumatized Wolfsbane returns with a baby on the way - only to learn that her ex-boyfriend, Rictor, has a new love! And will a member of X-Factor fall? It's an X-book like no other!
1118 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 15, 2012
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Peter David
3,570 books1,358 followersaka David Peters
Peter Allen David, often abbreviated PAD, was an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films, and video games. His notable comic book work includes an award-winning 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk, as well as runs on Aquaman, Young Justice, SpyBoy, Supergirl, Fallen Angel, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2099, Captain Marvel, and X-Factor.
His Star Trek work included comic books and novels such as the New Frontier book series. His other novels included film adaptations, media tie-ins, and original works, such as the Apropos of Nothing and Knight Life series. His television work includes series such as Babylon 5, Young Justice, Ben 10: Alien Force and Nickelodeon's Space Cases, which he co-created with Bill Mumy.
David often jokingly described his occupation as "Writer of Stuff", and he was noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real-world issues with humor and references to popular culture, as well as elements of metafiction and self-reference.
David earned multiple awards for his work, including a 1992 Eisner Award, a 1993 Wizard Fan Award, a 1996 Haxtur Award, a 2007 Julie Award and a 2011 GLAAD Media Award.
Peter Allen David, often abbreviated PAD, was an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films, and video games. His notable comic book work includes an award-winning 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk, as well as runs on Aquaman, Young Justice, SpyBoy, Supergirl, Fallen Angel, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2099, Captain Marvel, and X-Factor.
His Star Trek work included comic books and novels such as the New Frontier book series. His other novels included film adaptations, media tie-ins, and original works, such as the Apropos of Nothing and Knight Life series. His television work includes series such as Babylon 5, Young Justice, Ben 10: Alien Force and Nickelodeon's Space Cases, which he co-created with Bill Mumy.
David often jokingly described his occupation as "Writer of Stuff", and he was noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real-world issues with humor and references to popular culture, as well as elements of metafiction and self-reference.
David earned multiple awards for his work, including a 1992 Eisner Award, a 1993 Wizard Fan Award, a 1996 Haxtur Award, a 2007 Julie Award and a 2011 GLAAD Media Award.
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October 5, 2024
When it started, it was incredible! Madrox is an incredible character, and having Syrin, de-powered Rictor, and Strong Guy on the team was excellent. M seemed a bit overpowered for the team, but her bitchy attitude balanced her out, she wasn't a crutch for the team. Layla Miller was FASCINATING! Then, they got Shatterstar and Longshot on the team, and the writing got lazy. Mystery to solve? Well, lets find a clue, get Longshot to do object-reading on it, then Shatterstar can teleport the team right to the villain. The end. I feel like that's how a couple of stories went, amidst a constantly shifting roster, and I quickly started to lose interest.
On the negative side, there were some loose threads left, although they might go into the next series. I didn't like the last two arcs at all. Midway through the series, they spend some time in alternate future, and even though it's over 6-8 issues, it doesn't feel complete. Also, some of the gay jokes and comments are a little off, I thought they were forced sometimes. They update the costumes in #200 and all the female members get cat suits and cleavage. It seems really out of place. I also felt like the Layla Miller reveal was really lackluster and I still find her and Madrox's relationship to be more than a little creepy.
Peter David demonstrates a remarkable adeptness at focusing on the right characters at the right times, and he constantly shuffles the cast around to keep readers on their toes. Throughout its run, the series delves into major themes like fate and identity, depression, the death of loved ones in a world where superheroes are constantly resurrected, what it means to have a soul, one of the most heartbreakingly surreal instances of abortion/stillbirth that I’ve ever read, and some of the most unique and honest explorations of sexuality and reactions to sexuality that I’ve seen in a mainstream comic book. Ultimately then, this is still a great series and a great collection, I’ll miss you, Madrox, and I hope to see you soon.
On the negative side, there were some loose threads left, although they might go into the next series. I didn't like the last two arcs at all. Midway through the series, they spend some time in alternate future, and even though it's over 6-8 issues, it doesn't feel complete. Also, some of the gay jokes and comments are a little off, I thought they were forced sometimes. They update the costumes in #200 and all the female members get cat suits and cleavage. It seems really out of place. I also felt like the Layla Miller reveal was really lackluster and I still find her and Madrox's relationship to be more than a little creepy.
Peter David demonstrates a remarkable adeptness at focusing on the right characters at the right times, and he constantly shuffles the cast around to keep readers on their toes. Throughout its run, the series delves into major themes like fate and identity, depression, the death of loved ones in a world where superheroes are constantly resurrected, what it means to have a soul, one of the most heartbreakingly surreal instances of abortion/stillbirth that I’ve ever read, and some of the most unique and honest explorations of sexuality and reactions to sexuality that I’ve seen in a mainstream comic book. Ultimately then, this is still a great series and a great collection, I’ll miss you, Madrox, and I hope to see you soon.
April 21, 2024
Another excellent volume of X-Factor. Though it starts off a little scattered, things improve as Layla reenters the story and then we close out with a truly trippy story of Madrox across worlds. In between, we get great old characters and also fun new entrants like Longshot and Shatterstar. This continues to be David's X-Factor at its best.
April 29, 2024
Fun, fast-paced soap opera superhero storytelling, in the vein of Buffy or Supernatural, marred by inconsistent and confusing artwork. Looking forward to the final volume!
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