Marvel Super-Heroes #26
In "Where Strides the Behemoth," the X-Men graduate from Xavier's school, marking a pivotal moment as Cyclops takes command under Professor Xavier’s temporary leave. With the new Cerebro machine activated, the team faces a shocking twist when the Blob—recruited by Magneto—unexpectedly recalls a long-buried secret, setting the stage for a tense confrontation. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone, this 1970 issue features a cover by Kirby and Wally Wood that captures the drama in bold, striking detail.
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The X-Men graduate from Xavier's school. The Professor says he is taking a leave of absence and puts Cyclops in charge. He shows him his new mutant-detecting machine, Cerebro. Magneto finds the Blob and invites him to join the Brotherhood. During a scuffle, Xavier's mental blocks dissolve and Blob remembers the secret of the X-Men. The Blob's name lights up on Cerebro and Scott calls the X-Men back to battle the evil mutants. During the battle, Magneto shoots missiles at the X-Men, even though the Blob is in the line of fire. The Blob, feeling betrayed, decides to return to carnival life.
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