Magneto Will Need a Good Lawyer in Upcoming Series THE TRIAL OF MAGNETO
This summer, fans will be able to read about one of the biggest nights in the world of mutants, the Hellfire Gala. Apparently, someone will die during the big night and lead into a new X-Men series launching this August titled The Trial of Magneto. Yup. Magneto’s going to be put on trial after the party. The story comes from writer Leah Williams and artist Lucas Weneck with Williams’ X-Factor team playing a vital role. In fact, X-Factor #10 will tie-in with the Hellfire Gala and show who dies to jumpstart this whole mess.
A horrific murder. A horrifying revelation. A trial that will divide the new mutant nation.
Talking about the series, Williams said:
When has Magneto ever allowed bureaucracy to get between himself and what’s just? In the island paradise of Krakoa, safe haven and home for mutants--Magneto’s hard-fought, greatest desire of seeing his people at peace and thriving has finally been achieved. But Magneto’s loyalty extends only as far as it is first earned, so after the Hellfire Gala, when he learns that even a paradise could still be filled with lies...the TRIAL OF MAGNETO will begin.
Werneck added:
I am so looking forward to working with Leah, especially with this project. Leah has incredible sensitivity in her writing and is able to craft stories that are layered and mysterious and fun for readers so I think she is perfect to write this story. Participating in the Hellfire Gala and now being invited to be part of this project is really a dream.
Fans will be able to read The Trial of Magneto #1 on August 18 with a cover by Valerio Schiti. The version of the cover we have below is not final as the final version reveals who ends up biting the dust and will be revealed later.
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