X-Men Origins: Cyclops #1
"Eyes Wide" kicks off a pivotal chapter in Cyclops’s origin, tracing his journey from a child surviving a plane crash to a young man grappling with his powers and destiny. Written by Stuart Moore and illustrated by Jesse Delperdang, with colors by Matt Hollingsworth and letters by Rob Steen, this 2010 Marvel issue captures the formative moments that shape Scott Summers into the leader of the X-Men. The striking cover by Adi Granov sets the tone for a story of loss, choice, and the weight of responsibility.
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At age 10, young Scott Summers and his brother Alex parachute from their parents’ plane just before it crashes. At age 17, Scott's mutant powers manifest and he is contacted by Professor X. At age 21, Cyclops has a solo battle with Magneto where the villain invites him to switch sides in the mutant struggle. At age 22, Cyclops agrees to become the leader of the X-Men.
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