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Cover: Whilce Portacio

The Uncanny X-Men #290

Jul 1992 · Marvel · 1.25 USD; 1.50 CAD; 0.85 GBP
“Frayed”

In "Frayed," Iceman and Hiro face off against the Cyburai during a tense moment on a date, pushing their courage and bond to the limit. As the battle unfolds, a heartbreaking sacrifice leaves lasting consequences, while Forge steps away from the X-Men just as Storm's response to his proposal hangs in the balance. Written by Scott Lobdell and brought to life by Whilce Portacio’s dynamic art and Scott Williams’ sharp inks, this 1992 issue captures a pivotal, emotional turning point in the X-Men’s story.

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writer Scott Lobdell · artist Whilce Portacio · inker Scott Williams · colorist Kevin Tinsley · letterer L. Lois Buhalis · cover Whilce Portacio

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colorist Kevin Tinsley
cover pencils, inks Whilce Portacio

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Iceman and Hiro fight off the Cyburai who have interrupted Bobby's date (but Hiro gives his life for victory). Forge leaves the X-Men before hearing Storm's answer to his proposal.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).