Things move forward here from Magneto simply going out for revenge, and what's coming next looks to be an exciting development in both the book and the character. I can't wait for more. Read Full Review

My biggest gripe with this issue is the panels that are (presumably) flashbacks. I understand the purpose that they're supposed to play, but as a storytelling mechanism, they do fall flat. They definitely look cool, the combination of Declan Shalvey's art and the red and white color schemes is great. Other than that, however, they simply fail to contribute much to the issue other than detract from page space that could potentially be utilized by Bunn to continue his plot. Read Full Review

In this issue, Magneto ends up committing an act that could be seen as stepping over the line in doing exactly what it is that he is fighting against. I am just curious as to if the deal with the devil he makes here will cure him, addict him, be a stopgap measure, or something else entirely. I love the way it played out on page as you could feel the resignation in his actions and can tell how hard the decision he is making is on him. He'd better hope his gambit pays off as the next issue is the ‘March to AXIS' as he will play a key role in the upcoming Avengers and X-Men themed AXIS event that is soon to kick off! Read Full Review

This issue commendably moves things forward for Magneto and introduces a number of fascinating concepts. It lacks the immediacy, the punch, of last issue, but I can once again describe this book as the thinking reader's X-Men. Read Full Review

With "Magneto" #8, a lot of loose plotlines come together -- and the payoff is incredible. Bunn excels with Magneto's steady characterization and bitter voice. Though Fernandez's art could use a touch more subtly, he hits all the right notes when he's on the same page as Bunn's spectacular narrative. Read Full Review

Personally I'm all in favor of Magneto being reinstated back to full strength, but evil Beast storyline already opened the door for that as a possibility (only to be immediately ignored by every X-book afterwards). The choice offered here takes the character down a darker road which may offer some intriguing storylines but probably doesn't serve the character all that well in the long run. If Magneto is restored to full power (whatever costs may be involved) the question then becomes where does he fit in the larger X-Men and Marvel universes? For fans. Read Full Review

Started slowly, but great issue