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The Krakoan Era Ends: A Seismic Shift in the Marvel Universe

The more things change, the more they stay the same. X-Men comics have been notoriously difficult to follow if you’re trying to just “casually” read along. With dozens of titles, it can be a tall task. But, we’re literally at the end of an era, so it’s a good time for those of you interested in X-Men to catch up on the new status quo of the X-Men in the Marvel Comics Universe.

The Krakoan Era, a transformative chapter in the X-Men saga, has reached its dramatic conclusion. After five years of groundbreaking storytelling and seismic shifts in the Marvel Universe, mutantkind is facing a new dawn.

With that, now is the perfect time to revisit the two series that launched this revolution: Jonathan Hickman’s “House of X” and “Powers of X.”

Why “House of X” and “Powers of X” Matter

Released in 2019, these two intertwined series fundamentally reshaped the X-Men landscape. The Krakoan Era introduced the concept of a sovereign mutant nation, Krakoa – which also happens to be a sentient island, complete with their own society, culture, and resurrection protocols.

And, if the previous sentence makes you think “What the what? Sentient islands and resurrection protocols?” Then this series of posts and podcasts is for you.

The impact of the Krakoan era rippled across the Marvel Universe, redefining mutant-human relations, transforming iconic characters – heroes and villains alike – and taking threads from across X-Men history and weaving them in all new ways.

The Krakoan Era didn’t just change the X-Men; it revitalized the entire mutant concept for the modern age. With complex themes, political intrigue, and bold storytelling choices, “House of X” and “Powers of X” are essential to understand for anyone who wants to keep tabs on the X-Men universe.

Embark on a Journey with Us

To mark the end of the Krakoan Era, we’re launching a podcast series to guide you through the intricacies of “House of X” and “Powers of X.” Whether you’re a seasoned X-Men expert or a casual reader who wants a guide to help you along the way, our in-depth recaps and analysis will illuminate the key concepts and characters that shaped this transformative period.

Listen to Our Introduction to the Krakoan Era Now!

Our first episode in this series is available now! In it, we set the stage for a re-read of “House of X” and “Powers of X,” exploring essential background information, discussing the unique dual narrative structure of the series, and offering tips on how to approach reading these intertwined stories.

Whether you’re planning on reading along with us or just checking in to get the recaps, get ready to experience a mutant revolution that redefined what it means to be an X-Man.