In an exclusive reveal to CBR, Marvel has shared the cover and solicitation for X-Men Red #17, the latest issue of the ongoing X-Men series that follows Storm and her team of mutants as they fight for the survival of their people.

The issue, written by Al Ewing and illustrated by Stefano Caselli, features the return of Apocalypse, the ancient mutant who has been manipulating events from the shadows. With Apocalypse back in the game, Storm and her team will need to use all of their power and cunning to stop him from unleashing his wrath on the world.

The cover for X-Men Red #17, by Leinil Francis Yu, features a stunning image of Apocalypse standing atop a pile of skulls, surrounded by his Four Horsemen. The solicit text for the issue reads:

The Fall of X is a major crossover event that is currently unfolding in the X-Men comics. The event has seen the anti-mutant organization Orchis launch a devastating attack on mutants all over the world, and it is clear that things are only going to get worse before they get better.

With Apocalypse now back in the mix, the Fall of X is about to reach a whole new level of intensity. Can Storm and her team stop him before it’s too late? Find out in X-Men Red #17, on sale in November

• Apocalypse is one of the most powerful and dangerous mutants in the world. He has been around for centuries and has seen and done things that would make most people’s blood run cold.
• Storm is a powerful mutant in her own right. She is the weather goddess and can control the elements. She is also a skilled strategist and leader.
• The Four Horsemen are Apocalypse’s most trusted allies. They are War, Pestilence, Famine, and Death.
• The ultimate weapon that Storm holds is the Sword of the Phoenix. It is a powerful weapon that can be used to defeat Apocalypse.