X-Men Saga #5
In "La tour prends garde !", Eric's deception draws Firelord into a deadly clash with the X-Men, forcing Jean to awaken her Phoenix powers once more in a desperate defense. With Lilandra now captured on Earth, Xavier sends the team through a mysterious space portal to save her—just as the true danger begins to unfold. Written by Chris Claremont and illustrated by Dave Cockrum, with inks by Bob Layton and colors by Evelyn Stein, this pivotal issue features a striking cover by Arthur Adams and Al Williamson.
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Eric dupes Firelord into helping him fight the X-Men, but Jean manifests her Phoenix powers once again to counter the threat. Lilandra arrives on Earth but is captured by Eric. Xavier sends the X-Men through a space portal to rescue Lilandra.
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