Since the events of House of X and Powers of X in 2019, mutantkind has experienced unparalleled growth and prosperity on the island nation Krakoa. Can their newfound status quo really last forever? It appears the end of this era is nigh, and as Fall of X beckons, we're about to enter a thrilling new era of uncertainty, danger, and mystery.
As part of this event, one member of the team is set to strike out on their own as Earth's new protector in the pages of Astonishing Iceman.
Arriving in time for the X-Men's 60th anniversary, we'll witness one of the team's founding members embark on his most extraordinary chapter yet in a new ongoing series written by Steve Orlando (Scarlet Witch) and illustrated by Vincenzo Carratù (Mary Jane & Black Cat).
Launching in August, Astonishing Iceman will elevate Bobby Drake to superhero greatness, complete with a new base of operations, never-before-seen uses of his abilities, and fierce new enemies. Iceman’s newfound purpose will position him amongst Marvel’s most powerful beings, but a dark side effect of his new mission could cause it all to shatter.
When a new situation develops that links Iceman to his Antarctic ice palace, he'll have to be slicker than ever to accomplish his mission before Orchis knows what hit them. We'll see the Omega-level mutant like never before in a new saga that'll reportedly push Iceman to the limits of his powers...and beyond!
"Astonishing Iceman has been not just a joy, but a challenge, and the best possible kind...because the Fall of X means Iceman's life is more dangerous and harrowing than ever," Orlando says. "But Bobby is a hero to the core, and there's no danger he's met in whose face he won't laugh."
"When it's more dangerous than ever to be a hero, that's when Iceman's at his most heroic! And with Jesus Saiz and Vincenzo Carratù joining me on this - Iceman's going to look cooler than ever."
You can check out Jesús Saiz's Astonishing Iceman #1 cover below before the series launches on August 2.