X-Men #14, Chapter 12
Genesis invites Apocalypse for a walk to explain what had happened to the Arakki since they had gone their separate ways. Genesis tells the story of Okkara and how it was split by the enemy’s Twilight Sword. Genesis led a great army and defeated many of her enemies. As the demon forces dwindled down, the dark creatures of Amenth asked for a parley and brought the golden helm of their god Annihilation. It was then that Genesis found out that the Amenthi were breeding the Arakki mutants they had captured with their own demons to produce a hybrid warrior race, giving birth to Summoners. Enraged, Genesis fought Annihilation to death and won, but she refused to wear the golden helm. Instead, Genesis was held prisoner for one hundred years as the demon horde cracked the walls of Arakko. Once Genesis learned the mages of Arakko had reopened the chasm, she placed the golden helm on her head and surrendered to Amenth. Genesis tells Apocalypse that Annihilation wants everything, so now she wants everything as well. She wants Krakoa.
Marauders #14, Chapter 13
The Swordbearers of Krakoa and Arakko gather for the first time in the Starlight Citadel as they wait for Saturnyne’s feast, prepared by Mad Jim Jaspers, to be served. The regents of Otherworld realms are also invited. Storm catches the attention of Death, who seems drawn to her, much to War’s dismay. Storm then approaches Wolverine to let him know that she knows what he is thinking, which she seems to approve. Saturnyne then introduces all guests and order them to enjoy the feast before the bloodshed of the following day. Wolverine blames Brian for not sleeping with Saturnyne and save themselves the trouble of the tournament, which pisses Betsy off. Elsewhere, Magik and Gorgon study whether the Swordbearers of Arakko are right or left-handed. Magik and Gorgon earn the respect of Isca. Storm notices Death watching her, and invites him for a dance. As they dance, Storm tells she doesn’t fear or desire death, but she knows death, and this is as close as she will allow it. As the dinner is served, War puts a mysterious powder on Logan’s food without anyone noticing. Wolverine then argues with Saturnyne and stabs her with his claws.
“For so long, my life has been out of control. Chaos and serendipity, wrapped in insanity. I have suffered, I have lost. Not just my life, but my very soul, my self. But no more. Now I know who I am.” – Elizabeth ‘Betsy’ Braddock, daughter of Otherworld, mutant, telepath, telekinetic, defender of the realm and, above all, X-Man.
3 comments:
Genesis's story seems kinda confusing.
As for Wolverine stabbing Saturnyne, oh well... every major Otherworld player has already died once, so I guess it's no big deal. And who knows, maybe we'll find out that this was Sat-Yr-9 all along and the real Saturnyne is being held hostage somewhere else.
And kudos to Betsy for defending Brian's decency!
I liked Betsy telling Logan to piss off & the Storm part. I kept thinking for a long time Storm is like one of the few popular X-Men who hasn't died & been resurrected. pre or post Krakoa era. She's gotten close but always bounced back.
The twin bond that Betsy and Brian share is thicker than mutant allegiance. Only at times when Brian goes out of control Betsy comes to his rescue or admonishes him. It is rare to have a dynamic like that in comics. Characters like Wanda and Pietro who are twins do not share that level of twin power.
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