The X-Men #43
In "The Torch Is Passed...!", the X-Men gather for Professor X's funeral, stunned by the unexpected arrival of Quicksilver. As they return to the mansion, they receive a poignant, posthumous message from Xavier urging them to carry on his mission—while Quicksilver wrestles with loyalty and fear for his sister’s well-being back at Magneto’s side. The story unfolds with emotional weight and rising tension, as the team prepares to face Magneto and the Brotherhood in a clash that tests their resolve. Written by Roy Thomas, illustrated by George Tuska with inks by John Tartaglione and letters by Sam Rosen, the cover by John Buscema captures the moment’s gravity.
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The X-Men attend Professor X's funeral and are surprised when Quicksilver shows up. Returning to the mansion, the X-Men are greeted by a posthumous message from Xavier passing the torch on to his students. Quicksilver returns to Magneto's lair and is plagued with doubt about leaving the Avengers to rejoin his old master but fears for his sister's health. The X-Men lay a trap and attack Magneto and his Brotherhood but the bad guys quickly gain the upper hand.
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