Why it's Hot:
- Cover art by Dave Cockrum
- 1st full appearance of Lilandra, future empress of the Shi'ar Empire
- Debut of Jean Grey’s Phoenix powers in battle versus Firelord
- Firelord and Erik the Red appearance
- White Pages
Synopsis:
PHOENIX UNLEASHED! Erik the Red manipulates Firelord into battling the X-Men while Lilandra arrives on Earth seeking Professor X. As the conflict intensifies, Jean Grey reveals the full extent of her Phoenix powers, turning the tide against Firelord and setting the stage for a cosmic adventure as the X-Men pursue Erik the Red through a star gate.
