Alpha Flight Classic #2

In "Things Aren't Always What They Seem," John Byrne delivers a layered, character-driven tale as Roger Bochs seeks to rebuild the Box armor with Madison Jeffries, while Wolvie checks in on Heather in the hospital. The Master of the World's shocking revelation about Marrina’s alien origins sets off a tense confrontation, leading to a daring escape and a powerful emotional climax—though not before Marrina grapples with a truth that forces her to walk away. With Byrne handling both art and story, the issue blends personal stakes with high-stakes sci-fi intrigue, all rendered with his signature precision and grounded by Bob Wiacek’s inks and Andy Yanchus’s colors. The cover by Byrne captures the moment’s intensity, a striking visual echo of the story’s emotional weight.