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In "And the Rest Will Follow," a young Scott Summers grapples with mysterious blackouts while growing up in a quiet Nebraska orphanage, finding solace in tales of heroes like Mr. Fantastic and Iron Man. Drawn to their courage, he begins training in secret, unaware of the powers stirring within him, as he dreams of one day joining their ranks. Tom Reilly's expressive art and Chris O'Halloran's rich colors bring this poignant, formative moment to life, with Alex Ross's striking cover capturing the quiet intensity of a future hero in the making.
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Alone in a Nebraska orphanage and suffering from blackout spells, Scott Summers begins focusing on stories of super heroes in Manhattan, then has an opportunity to see Mr. Fantastic and Iron Man in-person. Still not conscious of his own mutant powers he nevertheless begins preparing himself in the hope he can become a hero.
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