X-Men Adventures [III] #5
In "The Phoenix Saga Part III: The Phoenix and the Princess," the X-Men race to rescue Lilandra from Juggernaut’s grasp, only to face new threats as Gladiator and the Shi'ar emperor D'Ken arrive with their own designs on the M'Kraan Crystal. Written by Michael Edens and Ralph Macchio, with dynamic art by Ernie Stiner and inks by Joe Rubinstein and Mike Witherby, this 1995 issue delivers high-stakes action and escalating tension, all leading to Xavier awakening Jean — now touched by the Phoenix force — in a moment that could change everything. Cover by Matt Webb.
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Juggernaut snatches Lilandra from the arms of Professor X and takes her to Eric the Red in Cassidy Keep. The X-Men give chase and hold their own against Juggernaut and Black Tom until Gladiator arrives to take Lilandra and the M'Kraan Crystal for Shi'ar emperor D'Ken. Xavier wakes up Jean, who has been possessed by the Phoenix force, and asks for her help. D'Ken, himself, arrives.
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