Blood flows in the streets of San Francisco as Xarus, son of Dracula, builds an army of bloodsuckers to conquer the X-Men and create a new breed of mutant vampires! The mutant heroes battle all manner of vampire – including a vampiric whale – as their science team works feverishly to find a cure for the blood-borne virus spread by Xarus. They’ll enlist the aid of vampire-slayer Blade and even contemplate the unthinkable: Can they resurrect Dracula himself, slain by Xarus, to combat his own son? Do they dare? Collecting X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS – STORM & GAMBIT, X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS – SMOKE & BLOOD, X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS – BLADE, X-MEN VS. VAMPIRES #1-2 and UNCANNY X-MEN #159.
Embark on a thrilling and chilling adventure in *X-Men: Curse of the Mutants - Mutants vs. Vampires*, a gripping graphic novel that plunges the X-Men into a desperate battle against a terrifying new threat. Written by a dynamic team of comic book veterans including Chuck Kim, Simon Spurrier, Duane Swierczynski, and the legendary Peter David, this volume collects the pulse-pounding *X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS - STORM & GAMBIT, X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS - SMOKE & BLOOD, X-MEN: CURSE OF THE MUTANTS - BLADE, X-MEN VS. VAMPIRES #1-2* and *UNCANNY X-MEN #159*. San Francisco is transformed into a nightmarish landscape as Xarus, the ambitious and ruthless son of Dracula, unleashes his meticulously crafted plan. Xarus seeks not only to usurp his father's throne but to forge a new, dominant species: mutant vampires. He unleashes a blood-borne virus that threatens to corrupt the X-Men themselves, turning their unique abilities into weapons of the night. As chaos erupts, the X-Men find themselves facing an enemy unlike any they've encountered before. Blood flows freely, alliances are tested, and the very nature of heroism is questioned. The science team races against time to develop a cure, grappling with the ethical dilemmas of genetic manipulation and the potential consequences of tampering with a virus of this magnitude. Their desperate search for answers leads them down dark paths, forcing them to consider unthinkable alliances. The situation grows increasingly dire, pushing the X-Men to their limits. Facing insurmountable odds, they are forced to consider a shocking gambit: resurrecting Dracula himself! Can they trust the original Lord of Vampires to aid them against his own son's twisted ambition? Or will Dracula simply seize the opportunity to reclaim his dominion over the undead and plunge the world into eternal darkness? Adding fuel to the fire is the arrival of Blade, the Daywalker, whose expertise in vampire hunting becomes invaluable. His grim determination and ruthless efficiency provide a crucial edge in the fight against Xarus's growing army. But even Blade's skills may not be enough to stem the tide of bloodsuckers, especially when the X-Men are forced to confront not only human vampires but also bizarre and terrifying creatures like a vampiric whale! *X-Men: Curse of the Mutants* is a dark and compelling tale of survival, sacrifice, and the ever-present threat of the unknown. It explores the complex relationships within the X-Men, forcing them to confront their deepest fears and make impossible choices. With stunning artwork and a gripping narrative, this graphic novel will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. Perfect for fans of the X-Men, vampire lore, and superhero action, this volume is a must-have addition to any comic book collection. Discover the horrifying secret behind Xarus's plan and witness the X-Men's desperate struggle to save themselves and the world from the curse of the mutants!