We all know how Secret Invasion ended with the Skrulls defeated and the death of the Wasp and the Skrull Queen. But what if it happened another way? Get ready to check out two widely different tales exploring that question. In the first story, scribes Kevin Grevioux (NEW WARRIORS, Underworld movies) and Karl Bollers (EMMA FROST) ask more questions: What if Reed Richards was killed before escaping from the Skrulls? Would our heroes still have won the day? Or would Earth embrace the Skrull way of life? In other words, “WHAT IF THE SKRULLS WON?” Illustrations by hot newcomer Pow Rodrix (Justice League America) with digital paints by Jelena Kevic-Djurdjevic (TERROR INC.). The second story presents a twilight zone take on the question, “WHAT IF THE SECRET INVASION STAYED SECRET?” by newcomer Chris Acosta with art by Larry Stroman (X-FACTOR) and Carl Potts (Alien Legion). Plus a “SAY WHAT?” comedy strip by Mike Gallagher (Mad Magazine) and Dave Manak (Spy Vs. Spy).
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From the Watcher’s Datalog: When a handful of Earth’s heroes and villains were kidnapped across several light years to the
alien Battleworld to fight a Secret War, Doctor Doom thought he’d successfully stolen the power of the cosmic entity called the Beyonder. However, Doom was unaware he had only stolen a portion of the Beyonder’s near limitless abilities and the tables were turned, stripping the uber-villain of his newfound godhood. But what if…? What if events occurred differently? What if Doom discovered his mistake before it was too late and won the Secret War? In other words…“What If Doctor Doom Kept the Beyonder’s Power?” And featuring the conclusion of a special five part back-up story, 'What if the Runaways Became the Young Avengers?' In this issue... “Young Avengers Assemble!”
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"HIGHER LEARNING" pt. 4 (of 6)
Vacationing with her family in Peru, young Emma Frost discovers her newfound mutant powers aren’t the only secret that her family is keeping! The perils and thrills of being a mutant set in as Emma slowly blossoms into the dangerous and seductive X-Man of today!
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"HIGHER LEARNING" pt. 5 (of 6)
Emma's vacation is cut short as shocking secrets rock the Frost Family. What startling revelations could be so devastating that a family member is disowned?
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"HIGHER LEARNING" CONCLUDES!
Ever wonder how and why Emma Frost became the White Queen? This conclusion to the first story arc reveals the life-altering decision young Emma makes, and the dire consequences she must face as a result.
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Separated from her family for the first time in her life, young Emma finds life on her own growing increasingly more difficult – not to mention dangerous! Emma’s new romance is anything but tender as her boyfriend leads them into a precarious situation and she must rely on her burgeoning mental powers to help them escape!
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On her own for the very first time, Emma’s found love … but she’s also found out that her new boyfriend is in deep with the Boston mob! As she learns more “creative” ways to use her new mutant powers, will it be enough to escape the grasp of the underworld?
pt. 4 (of 6)
Emma never gambled on falling in love so quickly, but now that she has, she’s in deep and about to pay the ultimate price!
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"MIND GAMES" PART 5 (OF 6) Emma Frost has freed herself from her overbearing father, but now she’s on her own and in over her head with the Boston mob! Her developing mutant powers have barely saved her so far, but how will she escape mob custody with nowhere to run?
"MIND GAMES" PART 6 (OF 6) Trapped by the Boston mob and abandoned by her own family, Emma Frost’s options are running out! Will she be able to escape…alive? The thrilling conclusion to Emma’s first solo adventure!
"BLOOM" PART 2 (OF 6) Now a student at New York City’s Empire State University, Emma Frost’s looking to take a bite out of the Big Apple, but a new presence in her life may spell disaster for the young mutant before she can get her big start!
"BLOOM" PART 3 (OF 6) Emma’s high school teacher – who you’ll recall was fired for kissing her – is back in her life! This can only mean one thing: draamaaa!
"BLOOM" PART 4 (OF 6) For the second time in her life, Emma’s mutant powers of telepathy are blossoming – but this time, she has someone to help her learn how to control them! But can she trust the motives of this new friend?
"BLOOM" PART 5 (OF 6)
Emma has become extremely friendly with another, more experienced telepath…but is this relationship entirely healthy? It might not be for Ian Kendall, the teacher Emma’s infatuated with…whose life is suddenly turned upside down!
"BLOOM" PART 6 (OF 6)
Say it ain’t so! With the love of her life on trial for his job, what is Emma willing to do to save him? Also, don’t miss the ultimate telepathic catfight!