2. Uncanny X-Force #1-35 (Rick Remender, Jerome Opeña, Esad Ribic, Rafael Albuquerque, Billy Tan, Mark Brooks, Greg Tocchini & Phil Noto)
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I love many of the characters and concepts from the comic books of the 90s and after reading Uncanny X-Force, one thing becomes apparent: so does Rick Remender. From his choice of characters to the relationships between them its no secret that this is a man whos doesnt shy away from the good stuff the end of the 20th century. This book is proof positive that a good writer and an interesting concept can move fanboy mountains. I remember hearing so many good things about this book that I had to pick up the first trade. Once I finished it, I got what all the fuss was about. I patiently waited for new adventures from Marvel's Not-So-Merry Mutants each month from then on. Jerome Opeña produces some truly gorgeous artwork in the first arc and every artist during Remender's run brings something unique to their slice of the story (Greg Tocchinis art for the Otherworld arc wasnt most peoples cup of tea, myself included). My earlier statement about Grant Morrison's characters going unused? I take that back. Fantomex is actually my favorite character in this book, but mostly because he's given far more personality here than when written by Morrison. Remender also writes one of the best takes on Deadpool Ive ever had the pleasure of reading. At first blush this story may seem like a parade of Modern Age clichés but one has to read the entire 35-issue run to really grasp the statement this book is trying to make about its kill-happy cast of characters and the impact of their choices. This run is a comic book masterpiece. If you disagree, I dont think I like you very much.