And now we’re here—the payoff is incredible. The culmination of everything that’s been building up over the past issues is so satisfying. It’s not just a great conclusion, it’s a moment of brilliance. It ties everything together perfectly while leaving you hungry for more. Using of In betweener in this story makes perfect sense. And I am excited for what comes next.
TIMESLIDING IN…TO PUT A STOP TO THE PHOENIX! Jean Grey's beloved, long-dead sister Sara is…alive and well among the stars?! On a mysterious planet called Greyhaven, the Grey sisters have had an impossible reunion… But while Jean is overjoyed, other forces at work in the universe are less than thrilled - especially the psychically-attuned ones...
This issue ramps up the emotional stakes to such an intense level. It’s raw and powerful—whether it’s the relationships between characters or the high-stakes situations they’re thrown into. You feel every win and loss right along with them.
THE SECRET ORIGIN OF SARA GREY Protecting the cosmos as PHOENIX, Jean Grey has experienced near-limitless mystery and wonder - a universe of perpetual possibility! But nothing so magnificently unexpected as this: Her sister, SARA GREY, has returned to life. Murdered by the Phalanx many years ago, another in a long line of Greys to lose their lives ...
The use of symbolism in this issue is amazing. It’s so clever, you could go back and find hidden layers you missed the first time around. The narrative feels even richer when you start to notice the little visual or thematic motifs that are woven throughout the story.
A BOOMING VOICE SOUNDS ACROSS THE COSMOS...
• ...the voice of EGO, THE LIVING PLANET - and he speaks in distress: of a great imbalance! A fracturing! A coming death...And the only one who can stand in its way is the PHOENIX! But that's not all...
• In this all-new arc, JEAN GREY's calling to space and responsibility to the galaxy ...
This issue’s character arcs are just chef’s kiss! They’re not just developing in a linear way but are complex, evolving in ways you didn’t expect. Some of the decisions these characters make are gut-wrenching, and it only makes you care about them more.
THE FINAL BATTLE!
• JEAN GREY has ascended to her most powerful form ever, but she's going to need every ounce of her strength to defeat ADANI, whose connection to the PHOENIX FORCE - and to Jean's psyche! - makes this battle exceptionally dangerous!
• As Jean herself struggles to hold on to her humanity, Adani and the DARK G...
The way the plot shifts in this issue is genius. It feels like a turning point, but it’s still so natural. It’s the kind of twist that makes you look back at previous issues and realize just how much groundwork has been laid for this moment.
CHAOS IN THE COSMIC ORDER!
• Enemies have beset Jean Grey from the moment she first soared into space - and with THANOS channeling his mystic and psychic might against her and PERRIKUS' evil plans falling into place, it's about time for something to change...
• DON'T MISS this MUST-READ ISSUE - as the PHOENIX rises to new power an...
Oh wow, the art direction in this issue really takes a leap. The visual storytelling is so strong; you don’t even need dialogue sometimes to understand the emotional beats. It’s like every panel is telling its own silent story. The flow of action is so fluid!
PHOENIX's battle with THANOS and the BLACK ORDER came down to a critical decision - a moment of trust at the limits of Jean Grey's incredible mind that has left her in incredible danger, fighting for the fate of the Phoenix Force. Meanwhile, her enemies have become more powerful than ever - as PERRIKUS' alliance with ADANI grows to include the evil...
The stakes just keep getting higher, and you can really feel the weight of the story here. The tension is palpable—whether it's through the pacing or how the characters react to the world around them, every moment feels critical. The suspense is executed brilliantly.
• Empowered by dark enchantments and working in concert with the evil machinations of the Dark Gods, the Mad Titan THANOS wields great, galaxy-wrecking power! Now he seeks to use it to destroy the PHOENIX.
• But with CAPTAIN MARVEL, NOVA, SIF and ROCKET RACCOON at her side, Jean Grey is ready to unleash some power of her own...
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I love how this issue dives deeper into the world-building. It’s not overly exposition-heavy, but the world feels so rich and layered. It’s like you’re gradually discovering the rules of this universe with each page, and it keeps you hooked with every new reveal.
ON THE RUN AMONG THE STARS!
• JEAN GREY has been going toe-to-toe with some of the universe's toughest foes...but now a new threat is brutally asserting his dangerous reputation: none other than THANOS.
• And while she single-handedly battled back the BLACK ORDER, their nefarious progenitor (and his mysterious connection to Jean's...
Whoa, the cover for this issue? It’s a work of art! It’s not just a pretty picture; it captures the mood of the issue perfectly. Every little detail from the composition to the color scheme teases what’s to come without giving too much away.
LIFE INCARNATE VERSUS ENERGY INFINITE!
Jean Grey made a human choice, and it's come back to haunt her: The Dark God Perrikus has been freed from prison and set loose on a path of death and destruction. Now the PHOENIX must take action to protect her universe!
Rated T+
This issue nails the tension between characters! The dialogue feels natural and grounded, and the way the characters bounce off each other feels so authentic. You can see how they all have different motives and it just makes everything so much more compelling.
BEWARE...THE GOD BUTCHER!
His call has gone out across the universe: He will have his retribution. He will bring his awful vengeance to bear. GORR THE GOD BUTCHER is going to kill the PHOENIX. Plus: CAPTAIN MARVEL comes to call...
Rated T+
The art in this issue is next-level! Every panel feels so alive, with emotions conveyed in even the smallest gestures. The use of color is masterful—everything from the palette choices to how the tone shifts depending on the scene creates a visceral experience.
DEATH FROM ABOVE...AND BELOW?!
Saving a planet full of kidnapping victims who've disappeared from the gaudy whirlwind of Gameworld - seems like just another day in space for JEAN GREY! Though...she did get the tip-off from her less-than-forthright father-in-law, legendary pirate CORSAIR of the STARJAMMERS crew...and the kidnappers are non...
The character development is so subtle yet impactful! What I love is how the protagonist's inner conflict is revealed bit by bit, layer by layer. It makes you feel like you're learning them piece by piece, rather than being spoon-fed their backstory. The depth is unreal.
JEAN GREY is dedicated to protecting innocents in deep space! Yes, space is vaster than imagination, greater and darker than the mind can comprehend - and yet, not big enough to stop family from dropping by without warning... But that's how it goes when your father-in-law is CORSAIR of the STARJAMMERS! Leaving the pirate life behind, he's got the i...
This comic’s first issue pulls you in with such a strong sense of atmosphere—it’s the perfect balance of mystery and excitement. The pacing is just right, never too slow but never rushing to get to the next plot point. You can already tell this is going to be something special.
LIFE! FIRE! POWER! POSSIBILITY! PHOENIX!
She is JEAN GREY. She is PHOENIX. She saves the world. She brings death. One woman, alone in space, who not only must do what no one else can: she yearns to. A desperate S.O.S. from NOVA brings the Phoenix to the edge of a black hole, where hundreds of lives hang in the balance...and whatever Jean does ...