It's True! One of the X-Men's Best Arcs Is Making a Comeback, And It's Thanks to Marvel Rivals

By Dod Seitz

Published Apr 9, 2025

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X-Men lore. The series has garnered a loyal following and has ignited love for previously overlooked characters like Jeff the Land Shark. The latest season brings fans back to one of the greatest eras of X-Men, and the digital comic accompanying the season's launch looks to deliver this exciting chapter to comic readers as well.

The Marvel Rivals season is centered around the infamous Hellfire Gala, reintroducing the mutant nation of Krakoa and its colorful characters. Alongside the launch of this new season, Marvel is launching a new comic series to expand the in-game story and even offer players in-game rewards.

The newly announced Marvel Rivals Infinity Comic series will dive into the narrative of this iconic location, blending the best of action, party vibes, and mutant drama. This series only adds to the ever-expanding list of ways the game continues to reward fans outside the in-game lobbies.

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The new Marvel Rivals arc follows alongside season 2's changes, reintroducing fans to the Hellfire Gala, Krakoa's most anticipated event. The celebration, which is usually a chance for mutants to show off their fashion and revel in their newfound unity, is interrupted by an attack from Ultron sentries. With Krakoa’s future at stake, Emma Frost, Psylocke, Magik, and Storm lead the charge to defend their island. Including the Gala adds a unique layer of spectacle, contrasting the event's glamour with the chaos of a full-blown fight.

Written by Paul Allor and illustrated by Luca Claretti, Daniel Scalisi, and Ig Guara, this series captures the high energy of Krakoa’s new world. The Marvel Rivals Infinity Comic format allows fans to enjoy this new chapter exclusively on Marvel Unlimited, blending digital storytelling with traditional comic artistry. The Hellfire Gala, already a key part of X-Men lore, is now made even more exciting with the dynamic action of the series.

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The Krakoa Era, which began in 2019, reshaped the X-Men into a powerful, independent mutant nation. Led by Jonathan Hickman, this period introduced a self-sustaining utopia where mutants lived free from oppression, radically changing their place in the Marvel Universe. Marvel Rivals’ latest arc taps into this transformative time, offering a fresh take on how Krakoa became a beacon of power and hope for mutants. By showing the Gala in this new light, the series highlights the complexities of Krakoa, from its political structure to its battles with both human and robotic enemies.

This era wasn’t just about a new home for mutants; it was about revolutionizing their very identity. The Krakoa Era established a new status quo that saw the X-Men overcoming death and forging new alliances, both on Earth and beyond. By spotlighting these themes, Marvel Rivals gives fans the chance to revisit the high points of Krakoa's reign while exploring the deeper ramifications of its legacy. For those who love the X-Men's evolution during this period, the series will reignite that excitement, bringing attention to an era that redefined mutantkind’s place in the Marvel Universe.