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• Title & Listing Details:

The Uncanny X-Men #208-209 two-issue Marvel lot from 1986. This classic storyline features the X-Men, Hellfire Club, Rachel Summers, and Nimrod, with #208 introducing the term “Omega” for mutant power classification.

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• Condition / Grade Breakdown:

* The Uncanny X-Men #208 - Mid Grade

* The Uncanny X-Men #209 - High Grade

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• Creative Team:

- Writer: Chris Claremont

- Artist: John Romita Jr.; P. Craig Russell on #209 finished art

- Cover Art: John Romita Jr. and Dan Green (#208); John Romita Jr. and P. Craig Russell (#209)

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• Key Significance & Storylines:

#208, “Retribution,” features the X-Men confronting the Hellfire Club while Rachel Summers struggles with the aftermath of Wolverine's attack and Nimrod closes in. The issue is notable for the first mention of the term “Omega” in reference to mutant power classification. #209, “Salvation,” continues the conflict as the X-Men and Hellfire Club temporarily unite against Nimrod. 2

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• Character Appearances & Key Significance:

X-Men, Wolverine, Rachel Summers, Storm, Colossus, Kitty Pryde, Nightcrawler, Rogue, Caliban, Callisto, Nimrod, Selene, Sebastian Shaw, Sage and Spiral. #209 continues directly from #208 and sets up the storyline leading into the Mutant Massacre era. 3

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• Format & Genre:

Two raw 1986 Marvel superhero issues from the classic Copper Age X-Men era.

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• Condition Disclaimer:

Raw, uncertified vintage collectibles. Please review all high-resolution photos to determine exact grades. Stored in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment.

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• Shipping & Handling:

Bagged and boarded with archival backing boards, securely protected between rigid cardboard ("sandwich method"), packed in a sturdy box, and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage with tracking and insurance.