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Alpha Flight #71

Jun 1989 · Marvel · 1.50 USD; 2.00 CAD; 0.50 GBP
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“Power Plays”

"Power Plays" marks a pivotal moment for Alpha Flight as the team reunites under new leadership in Edmonton, only to face a growing mystical threat. With the Dreamqueen's defeat behind them, some members choose to walk away, while Talisman warns Heather that Canada stands at the center of an emerging darkness. Meanwhile, eco-activist Dexter Raynes stumbles upon an ancient statue—and makes a horrifying choice to gain its power. Written by James D. Hudnall and illustrated by John Calimee, with inks by Mike Manley, colors by Bob Sharen, and letters by Janice Chiang, this 1989 issue features a cover by John Calimee.

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artist John Calimee · inker Mike Manley · colorist Bob Sharen · letterer Janice Chiang · writer James D. Hudnall · cover John Calimee

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Cast · 23 characters

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colorist Bob Sharen
letterer Janice Chiang
cover pencils, inks John Calimee

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In the aftermath of the battle with the Dreamqueen, Alpha Flight decides to come together as a team once again and are given a base of operations by the mayor of Edmonton. Kara, Laura and Goblyn decide that the heroic life is not for them and return home. Talisman explains to Heather that a time of great mystic darkness is upon them and Canada is a focal point. Ecologically friendly Dexter Raynes finds a statue in the woods and makes a human sacrifice of his wife in order to gain the power of the Sorcerer.

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