X-Men Forever #18 - Marvel

It seems to me that the Consortium has made a very big mistake this issue. First we find out that they've got Fabian Cortez in their custody, and they've been studying him . . and running experiments, I'm sure. Anyways, Scott is in Alaska because he's trying to be a better father for his son, Nate. Nate's been living with his grandparents, but Scott feels like he should be there also. So, while he's visiting, Alex and Lorna also come to visit. One day, while they're arguing about Scott abandoning the X-Men, Nate is outside playing when a Consortium ship arrives and abducts him. I assume it's for some more of their experimentation on mutants, but . . that part's not explained. Not yet, anyways. So, as the ship leaves, Lorna goes after it, while Christopher launches the Star-Jammer's ship. Once they catch up to them, the Consortium is no match for the Summers brothers. Especially by one driven by the need to protect his son. But the last time they fought these guys they were remotely neutralized. So Scott's hoping that this is where the Star-Jammers can help. 'I'm hoping, dad, that you and Sikorsky and Hapzibah might shield this bunch from reprisal . . and then get them to tell us everything they know.' Like I said, I think they've made a big mistake here, plus . . they've motivated Scott to rejoin the X-Men. The X-Men are good, but when Scott's around . . they're even better. And it looks like, once the Star-Jammers do their job, they may have a target to go after. I'm really enjoying the stories that Chris Claremont is providing for this series. I like the way that he always has everything connected and building. Also this issue, Tom Grummett is back in the art seat. His style gives this book a great feel. If you haven't been reading this, I believe the second TPB is due out any time now. Pick it up and read each edition. I think that you'll enjoy it. And . . you simply can't deny Chris or Tom's talent. Fan-frikkin-tastic!