Giant‑Size Age of Apocalypse #1 drops into a dying timeline

Kamala Khan and Legion are thrust into the collapsing Age of Apocalypse, racing against a ticking clock to locate the surviving X‑Men before the world ends. Rogue and uneasy alliances force both heroes to confront what being a mutant truly means.

Marvel’s latest Giant‑Size one‑shot, Giant‑Size Age of Apocalypse #1, arrives on shelves June 25, 2025. It revisits the infamous alternate era, but this time the focus shifts to a fresh pairing of Kamala Khan and the reality‑bending Legion, promising a high‑stakes adventure that feels both familiar and brand new.

The story kicks off with Kamala having just outmaneuvered Legion, only for the two to be ripped into the final hours of the Age of Apocalypse. With the timeline set to implode, Kamala must track down any remaining X‑Men or face a nuclear cataclysm. Former foes are forced into a fragile partnership as they trek through a landscape of shattered bones and broken oaths, while Rogue steps in to show Kamala the deeper layers of mutant identity. Trust in Legion becomes the central question.

Writer Jackson Lanzing brings his knack for character‑driven drama, and artist C.F. Villa delivers a gritty visual style that captures the bleakness of a world on the brink. Adam Kubert’s cover art adds a striking, larger‑than‑life presence. The issue also includes a backup by Jeph Loeb and Simone Di Meo, teasing a hidden secret that could reshape the future of the Age of Apocalypse narrative. As the third entry in a five‑part Giant‑Size series, it offers a concise yet impactful glimpse into a beloved era.

If the tone of this issue intrigues you, consider checking out the facsimile edition of Giant‑Size X‑Men #1. It provides additional context on the original giant‑size storytelling approach that paved the way for today’s expansive experiment, and it’s a solid companion for anyone diving into alternate‑timeline X‑Men tales.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Age of Apocalypse or just curious about Kamala’s next big test, this issue stands out as a compelling, self‑contained adventure worth adding to your queue.