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In "La rencontre," Moira’s rescue of a young wolf-shifting mutant forces Xavier to confront the future—rebuilding the X-Men not with the old team, but with a new generation. As Xavier reaches out to emerging mutants, he discovers they’re being hunted by soldiers under Donald Pierce’s command, culminating in a shocking ambush in Kentucky where even Sam Guthrie turns against them. With Xavier captured and his mind in peril, the young mutants must act fast to save him—leading to a pivotal moment when uniforms are issued and a new team takes shape. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Bob McLeod, with colors by Glynis Wein, this 1984 issue features a cover by Bob McLeod.