Marvel Comics has announced that a new X-Men series, Magic, will debut on January 8. Written by Ashley Allen and illustrated by Germán Peralta, the series will be the character’s first solo serialization.
“I’m so excited to return to writing Illyana!” said Allen. “Supernatural stories with kind-hearted characters are my favorite, so writing this series has been a dream come true! I can’t wait for readers to join Magik on her demon-slaying adventures — and embrace her own demons.”
So, what is Magik?
The mysterious mutant goes on a demon hunt in her own series! X-Man Illyana Rasputina strikes out on her own, with new allies and dark forces standing against her. Something ancient has awakened beneath the ice of Alaska. Unfortunately, it’s Magic territory!
Throughout the series, Magik is forced to confront her tragic past and learn to control her demonic dark child personality. After years of suppression, Illyana’s dark child form returns from the depths of her tortured soul, granting her even more strength and power, but at what cost?
“I’m super excited about this project,” Peralta said. “Magic is a character with an incredible backstory, shrouded in darkness and mystery. Plus, she’s visually stunning in all her versions, and I personally love Chris Bachalo’s designs. I really love illustrating action scenes and emotional scenes, and Ashley Allen has written a really interesting script that balances those two types of situations, making my job even more fun. I mean, what artist wouldn’t love to draw Magik with a great sword going up against all kinds of demons?”
Check out Peralta’s designs below.
Check out the cover by J. Scott Campbell and Dike Ruan below.
For more information on this news, please read the press release below.
NEW YORK, NY — September 12, 2024 — This January, mutant icon Magik will take center stage in his first-ever solo series. The X-Men’s sorcerer will unleash his soulsword, spells and the dark side against a mystical threat targeting the mutant community.
Magik will be written by up-and-coming artist Ashley Allen, who penned the character in X-Men: Blood Hunt – Magik earlier this year, and drawn by acclaimed artist Germán Peralta, known for his recent work on Black Panther and last year’s Loki series. From sister of Colossus to New Mutant, Illyana Rasputina has risen through the ranks over the years to become the most fearsome X-Men. In her long-awaited solo adventure, she will wield her mystical expertise and unique mutant magic like never before.
The mysterious mutant goes on a demon hunt in her own series! X-Man Illyana Rasputina strikes out on her own, with new allies and dark forces standing against her. Something ancient has awakened beneath the ice of Alaska. Unfortunately, it’s Magic territory!
Throughout the series, Magik is forced to confront her tragic past and learn to control her demonic dark child personality. After years of suppression, Illyana’s dark child form returns from the depths of her tortured soul, granting her even more strength and power, but at what cost?
“I’m so excited to return to writing Illyana!” said Allen. “Supernatural stories with kind-hearted characters are my favorite, so writing this series has been a dream come true! I can’t wait for readers to join Magik on her demon-slaying adventures — and embrace her own demons.”
“I’m super excited about this project,” Peralta said. “Magic is a character with an incredible backstory, shrouded in darkness and mystery. Plus, she’s visually stunning in all her versions, and I personally love Chris Bachalo’s designs. I really love illustrating action scenes and emotional scenes, and Ashley Allen has written a really interesting script that balances those two types of situations, making my job even more fun. I mean, what artist wouldn’t love to draw Magik with a great sword going up against all kinds of demons?”
Check out J. Scott Campbell’s cover, Dyke Ruan’s foil variant cover, and Peralta’s new Darkchylde design. Pre-order MAGIK #1 at your local comic shop today!
Magic #1
Article written by: Ashley Allen
Art by GERMÁN PERALTA
Cover by J. Scott Campbell
Release date: 1/8
