In the preview for Phoenix #7– written by Stephanie Phillips, with art by Marco Renna – Jean and her new team discuss Thanos’ plan to use the Warlock's Eye to achieve universal domination. Though Phoenix could take on Thanos solo, the special mind-controlling weapon with origins pre-dating Asgard itself means she needs some assistance.

Jean Grey’s cosmic super-team officially consists of Captain Marvel, Nova, Rocket Raccoon, and Sif; with a pretty solid group of Marvel heroes, the Phoenix's new team should have what it takes to go up against Thanos and the Warlock’s Eye, if they can all get along.

Phoenix Recruits Four Uniquely Powerful Marvel Heroes For Her Own "Guardians Of The Galaxy"-Style Team To Fight Against Thanos

Phoenix #7 – Written By Stephanie Phillips; Art By Marco Renna; Color By David Curiel; Lettering By VC’s Cory Petit

Going into battle against Thanos, his allies, and his all-powerful new weapon, Jean Grey has brought together her own version of the Guardians of the Galaxy to take on the cosmic threats posing a major threat to the universe. In the issue’s first preview, Jean details why she selected each member of the diverse group of heroes. Though Captain Marvel has a long list of extraordinary abilities as one of Earth’s mightiest heroes, including superhuman speed, strength, flight, energy absorption/blasts, and more, Jean tells Carol that she brought her to the team because she’s the greatest tactician she knows.

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Richard Rider’s Nova possesses some of the same abilities with his connection to the Nova Force, with his own version of super-powered energy pulses and beams included, but Jean wants him on the team for his vast knowledge of the cosmos. Though Rocket Raccoon has his own enhanced strength and agility to a degree, he’s also needed for the knowledge he can provide, but as an expert in technology. Being a powerful Asgardian hero, Sif s the roster for her understanding of cosmic history, the Warlock’s Eye, and for her own superhuman skills in sword-fighting combat, including strength and durability.

Jean Grey’s Cosmic Team Highlights Her New Status Beyond The Confines Of The X-Men Franchise

The Phoenix Transcends Her Usual Boundaries

Jean has an all-new team of heroes by her side, and with none of her fellow mutants among them, Phoenix’s new team proves that she’s fully graduated to the cosmic corner of the Marvel Universe in her ongoing series. As Taking on Thanos and intergalactic threats with other superheroes of the stars, Jean is finally achieving what her full potential could be without the X-Men’s influence.

With some of Marvel Comics’ most powerful characters at play in this story, an explosive face-off is guaranteed very soon. However, with the Warlock’s Eye capable of mind control, Jean’s incredible team of Captain Marvel, Nova, Rocket, and Sif could even become a new set of powerful threats for her to face if they’re not careful. With the Phoenix preparing to fight Thanos and the Black Order, Jean Grey has assembled one of the strongest cosmic super-teams the Marvel Universe has ever witnessed, each with their own specific purpose to aid in the battle.

Phoenix #7 will be available January 22, 2025 from Marvel Comics.