X-Treme X-Men #9
In "Face the Music!", the X-Men face a web of deception as Red Lotus exposes the Examiner as the true traitor within the Triads, clearing Gambit’s name. Meanwhile, Bishop confronts Shaw in a tense showdown, while Lifeguard plunges into Sage’s mind to rescue her from Lady Mastermind’s psychic assault—just as Jean and Storm take a surprising detour for some shopping. Written by Chris Claremont and brought to life by Salvador Larroca’s dynamic art and inks, with colors by Liquid Graphics and letters by Tom Orzechowski, this 2002 issue delivers high stakes and emotional intensity. The cover by Salvador Larroca captures the moment’s tension with striking precision.
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Red Lotus clears Gambit with the Triads by proving the Examiner was the traitor. Bishop confronts Shaw. Lifeguard dives into Sage's psyche to save her life from Lady Mastermind. Jean and Storm go shopping.
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