Collects X-Men Origins: Colossus; material from Classic X-Men #5, 21, 29; Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #10-17; X-Men Unlimited (1993) #29; X-Men Unlimited (2004) #14. Face front, tovarisch, for a spotlight on Marvelís steel-skinned mutant, the artistic X-Man Colossus! Head back to Mother Russia to discover the uncanny origins of Piotr Rasputin and his little sister, Illyana, then journey with him to America in classic tales looking back at his early days at the Xavier School. In addition to his formidable strength, these stories of tragedy and triumph showcase Colossusís gentle soul, stout heart and tremendous courage ó qualities that make him a true hero! Heíll confront the Cold Warriors, battle dinosaurs, fall in love, grieve and be forced to choose between the land of his birth and his adopted home. But the greatest enemy of all awaits: artistís block!
