God hates Mutants? I didn't know that.
Synopsis: Kitty and her group goes to rescue Rogue while Reverend Stryker focuses on "God's will".
What's Good?
Instead of Nick Spencer focusing on so many different plot angles like in the previous issue, he focus on only two in this issue: Kitty Pryde's group and Reverend William Stryker's anti-mutant group. Kitty Pryde is easily my favorite character in this series due to her exposure with other series. It's amazing how much she has matured since Ultimate X-men and Ultimate Spider-Man from a somewhat misunderstood girl, to a strong woman who's trying to survive a world that wants to kill her and other mutants. She doesn't want to play hero anymore; she just focusing on surviving, but deep down, she does care about others, which is why she goes to help Rogue. Bobby and Johnny are also great as well, almost acting like siblings.
It's clear the religious motif is going to play a role with this series with Rogue believing that "God" sent her to Kitty's group, while the Reverend Stryker thinks he's on a crusade to wipe out all mutants. It's been a while since religion has been touched on in X-men, and it's a great theme for this series. Who is right? Who can you really turn to?
Along with the awesome cover artwork by Kaare Andrews, I'm enjoying the artwork by Paco Medina. The action is nicely paced and very expressive.
What's Bad?
The story is still picking up, however, it's nice that Nick Spencer is taking the time to tackle each angles a few at a time instead of all at once.
The only problem I have with Paco Medina's artwork is how Iceman and Human Torch look the same despite being completely opposite.
Overall:
Again, I'm enjoying this new perspective of X-Men. I know in the mainstream version things are changing, but not like in the Ultimate Universe.
