Classic X-Men #42
In "Child of Light and Darkness," the X-Men confront the terrifying return of Jean Grey—now wielding the full power of the Phoenix—as she battles her former teammates in a storm of cosmic fury. Written by Chris Claremont and John Byrne, with dynamic art by Byrne and inks by Terry Austin, this pivotal issue sees Jean reclaimed from the Phoenix’s grip, only for the entire team to vanish abruptly after their hard-won victory. The cover by Steve Lightle captures the moment’s intensity, framing a story that lingers in the shadows of what comes next.
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Dark Phoenix returns to Earth to face the X-Men and her old life. After a pitched battle with her former teammates, Jean is restored to her right mind after a furious assault by Xavier. As the team is celebrating the purging of the Phoenix force, they vanish into thin air.
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