The X-Men and Lilandra’s ship, Z’Reee Shar, are attacked by Brood forces while trapped in a star’s gravity well. The Brood fire warning shots, sparing the X-Men who unknowingly carry Brood embryos. Wolverine, Carol, and Colossus man the weapons, but hesitate to kill. When the warp drive is damaged, Kitty phases outside to repair it despite Brood fire. Carol suddenly manifests immense power, destroying enemy ships and restoring the drives. Meanwhile, on Earth, Professor X reveals his telepathy to Illyana. Back on the ship, tensions rise as Storm struggles with her guilt and Carol’s powers threaten the crew amid a sudden decompression.
Key Details -First appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary, formerly Ms. Marvel