No one writes Magneto better than Chris Claremont, but the story is too short and typical. The start to 'Degeneration' is interesting, however. Read Full Review

This issue delivers a classic Claremont political statement. It demonstrates again (like there was any doubt!) that the mutant struggle is eternally relevant and applicable to our own world. The B story launches an ongoing Apocalypse tale in a rather dry way. Both strips get solid but unspectacular art. Overall, it's an entertaining book, but it falls well short of must-read territory. Read Full Review

X-Men: Black-Magneto #1 is a unique specimen of a book. One that makes a lot of bold choices that may not sit well with some fans; from the more subdued storytelling to the choice of art, to even the commentary being approached. Not all those bold choices fully payoff but X-Men fans that have relished the series ability to be a consistent reflection of our ever-changing world will have plenty to dive into. Read Full Review

Final Verdict : 7.0 " A treat for older X-Men fans, but also accessible to new ones alike, “X-Men Black: Magneto” focuses on character studies and definitely understands what makes them tick and how influential they can still be. Read Full Review

This book is a definite treat for fans of Chris Claremont, and the Apocalypse back-up is a nice bonus which has the promise of going to some interesting places. While not ground-breaking in any way, the lead story is a solid, timely read and well-worth a look. Read Full Review

Claremont knows the X-Men better than anyone, and this issue shows that. He's really digging into Magneto's character and his ideals, but there just isn't enough time in this issue to explore such huge ideas. The grave tone of the comic fails to be felt thanks to the lighthearted art and the overall product is lackluster. While I enjoyed seeing Claremont play with this character again, the issue failed to be coherent and realistic. Read Full Review

As the opening chapter in a story that will continue throughout X-Men Black, it's just enough to whet your appetite, but Nadler and Thompson's take on classic archvillain Apocalypse, Geraldo Borges' artwork, and the hook that reveals itself at the twist at the chapter's end will have readers intrigued. Read Full Review

Overall I'd say this is a decent comic for the casual X-fan, but there's probably nothing new here for longtime readers. I'd give it a BROWSE. Read Full Review

X-Men: Black: Magneto #1 is a disappointing Claremont story for fans of the character. It doesn't offer much but is at least politically relevant. Read Full Review

Maybe when this is over the need for these comics will be apparent, but as is, it feels like a one-shot that didn't need to happen. Read Full Review

X-Men: Black Magneto was exactly what arguably the best villain in the Marvel Universe needed to bring him back to prominence. Using his knowledge and experience with the character Chris Claremont was able to position Magneto as a complex antagonist. That leads to setting the stage for what could be a long-term storyline that could take different intriguing twist along the way to Magneto's endgame. If it wasn't for some bad artwork and a lackluster back-up story X-Men: Black Magneto would've been a home run because of what it sets up. Read Full Review

Claremont knows Magneto inside and out and he writes a surprisingly modern script that made me happy inside and out. The art is a little lackluster but the backup strip is awesome so the half point lost for art is made back up there. I would buy the hell out of a Claremont Magneto mini.

It was surprisingly okay

The magneto story was nice. I didn't care for Apocalypse one !

Cover - The variant. I should have stick to the regular, a little better even if both aren't related. 1/2
Writing - There was some part where I question the writing. It's nice to see a Magneto more brainy & peaceful. He remember me for the one I read in God Loves, Man Kills. I Wasn't interested by Apocalypse. 2/3
Arts - All the panel in texas are good. But the one in the flashback aren't. I even trust this was a complete different story in the past. Then just a different story when I see raleigh. It's when we jump back to texas that I understand the story wasn't finish. The apocalypse panel are good. But sorry. That not enough to make me read it. 2/3
Feeling - I'm wonder why doing this & where Marvel hope to send us next. Will see I took each Black issues. 1/2 more

THE GOOD:

-I liked the characterization of Magneto here. It’s the most important thing this issue had to get right. And Claremont achieved that very well.

-The detention center storyline was a pretty good story.

-There was a twist in the issue that I definitely didn’t see coming.

-I liked the end of the issue. I know, shoot me. I thought it was a nice note to finish things off on.

-The writing for the backup story wasn’t bad. It was also pretty good, along with the main story.

THE BAD;

-I did not like the art at all. It came off way too over exaggerated and cartoony at some points.

-The story is just way too bland and forgettable. I can barely remember any feelings towards this one, and I’m flipping through the issue as we speak.

-I didn’t like the battle scenes. They didn’t stand out, and were definitely not memorable, something that should be achieved for an issue that used them so heavily.

-The art for the backup story wasn’t as bad as the main issue’s art, but it was still bad.

-Wasn’t a fan of how the backup issue ended. It just doesn’t interest me. more