A Slow Start Doomed the Series

After just five issues,Weapon X-Men’scancellation caught fans off guard.

And if you dont, its unlikely that youre going to suddenly be able to turn things around later.

Despite a star-studded cast and creative team,Weapon X-Mencouldn’t generate enough buzz to keep going.

The Face of Jean Grey Phoenix in Comic Art

Brevoort’s explanation may not shock seasoned comic fans whove witnessed similar cancellations in the industry.

It reflects the growing trend of publishers prioritizing immediate success over long-term growth for newer series.

Series likeWeapon X-Mensimply cannotsurvive losing their initial heading, even if their characters can.

Comic book art: The Original Founding X-Men Team rush forward.

Weapon X-Men#5is available now fromMarvelComics.

Rogue Savage Land Variant Cover Art

The X-Men cast in X2 X-Men United

Weapon X-Men #2 cover featuring Wolverine, Deadpool, Cable, Thunderbird, and Chamber.

Wolverine with the Weapon X-Men behind him, including Cable, Deadpool, and another Wolverine.

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