Cover: Jon Bogdanove & Al Milgrom

X-Factor #49

Dec 1989 · Marvel · 1.00 USD; 1.25 CAD; 0.60 GBP

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“Power Struggle (Judgement War Part Six)”

In "Power Struggle (Judgement War Part Six)," Iceman and Archangel are thrust into a brutal arena battle, their clash testing loyalty and resolve under impossible pressure. Back on Earth, Loki's cunning moves set the stage for a new threat as he draws Apocalypse into the escalating chaos of the Acts of Vengeance. Written by Louise Simonson and illustrated by Paul Smith, with Al Milgrom on inks and Tom Vincent handling colors, this pivotal issue blends intense personal conflict with high-stakes cosmic intrigue. The cover by Jon Bogdanove and Al Milgrom captures the tension of the moment in striking detail.

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writer Louise Simonson · artist Paul Smith · inker Al Milgrom · colorist Tom Vincent · letterer Joe Rosen · cover Jon Bogdanove, Al Milgrom

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Cast · 30 characters

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writer Louise Simonson

artist Paul Smith

inker Al Milgrom

colorist Tom Vincent

letterer Joe Rosen

cover pencils Jon Bogdanove

cover inks Al Milgrom

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Iceman and Archangel are forced to fight each other in the Arena, but in the end they manage to turn against Lord Rask. Meanwhile, back on earth, Loki invites Apocalypse to take place in the Acts of Vengeance.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).