Published: October 1979
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Story Featuring X-Men
"In some parts of the world, the dawn comes up like thunder."
The X-Men are on Muir Isle trying to take down the super-powerful Proteus who also happens to be Moira's son. Jean continues to have Mastermind-induced hallucinations.
Page 15, panel 4: Originally called Mutant X, Kevin MacTaggert adopts the alias of Proteus for the first time in this issue. In Greek mythology, Proteus is a sea divinity. He can foretell the future and change his shape. The term ‘protean,’ which defines someone or something that can take many forms, is etymologically originated from Proteus. As mentioned in the previous issue, this episode’s title is once again directly inspired by a famous quote from William Shakspeare: "How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is to have a thankless child!" (King Lear. Act 1, scene 4). This title links to the parentage between Moira MacTaggert and Mutant X revealed in this comic (page 8). Page 14, panel 2: First time Wolverine reveals that his skeleton is built of adamantium.
Letter Column Featuring X-Mail
Letters of comments from Heather Proctor, Marc Katz, and John Kovacich.
"How we saved the universe with our Banana-Talkies and got back to tell about it with our Banana-Compasses."
Back cover. Ad for walkie-talkies and compasses.
"Earn famous name prizes or cash"
Inside back cover.
Story Featuring Hulk , Ad Featuring Hostess Fruit Pies
"Our weapon is out of control!!!"
Ad for Hostess Fruit Pies.
In-House Column Featuring Bullpen Bulletins , In-House Column Featuring Stan's Soapbox
"Hoo boy!"
Includes a preview of the cover to Marvel Premiere #50.
"Only for Earthlings"
Inside front cover. Ad for Battlestar Galactica action figures.
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