X-MEN #129 [1980] CGC 9.8 BLUE LABEL 1ST KITTY PRIDE, WHITE QUEEN, SEBASTIAN SHAW

A Definitive Milestone: X-Men #129 (1980) CGC 9.8 Blue Label (1st Kitty Pryde, White Queen, Sebastian Shaw)!

Witness a pivotal turning point in the Marvel Universe with this extraordinary X-Men #129 (1980) comic book! This highly sought-after issue is a true cornerstone of X-Men lore, making its mark by introducing an incredible trio of characters who would become central figures in mutant history.

This comic proudly features the FIRST APPEARANCES of:

• Katherine "Kitty" Pryde (Sprite/Shadowcat): Introduced as a young mutant recruit, she quickly became a fan-favorite X-Man due to her phasing powers and endearing personality.
• Emma Frost (The White Queen): Debuting here as the enigmatic and formidable leader of the Hellfire Club's Inner Circle, her telepathic prowess and cunning would make her a recurring threat and, eventually, a complex ally.
• Sebastian Shaw: The powerful, energy-absorbing industrialist and Black King of the Hellfire Club, whose influence would plague the X-Men for decades.

Hailing from the legendary creative run of writer Chris Claremont and artist John Byrne, X-Men #129 also serves as the prelude to the iconic "Dark Phoenix Saga."

This incredible comic has been professionally graded by CGC at a stunning 9.8, signifying a near-perfect, Mint condition. The Blue Label confirms it is a universal grade, free from any restoration or significant defects. Owning such a high-grade copy of this historically significant issue is a rare privilege for any serious collector.