X-Men: Liberators #1 - A Marvel Comics first issue from November 1998 featuring the X-Men fighting for mutant freedom.
This issue marks the debut of an international team of mutants including the powerhouse Colossus, the agile Nightcrawler, and the fierce Wolverine. Professor Charles Xavier has gathered these mutants to bridge the growing divide between humanity and mutantkind, continuing the X-Men's never-ending quest to protect a world that fears and hates them.
The story follows Wolverine and Nightcrawler as they take advantage of some downtime to accompany Colossus on a trip to the former Soviet Union, where Colossus plans to observe the anniversary of his parents' death. This international adventure sets the stage for conflict as the newly reunited team of mutant heroes and their teammates prepare for action.
Featuring character profiles of key players including Wolverine (Logan), Colossus (Piotr Rasputin), and Nightcrawler (Kurt Wagner), this issue introduces readers to a team dedicated to using their incredible powers for the betterment of mankind.