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X-Factor # 81 1992 VF/NM

X-Factor # 81 1992 VF/NM

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X-Factor # 81, published by Marvel Comics in August 1992, is titled "Bells of Hell" and features the team dealing with the fallout of the Hell's Belles' escape. 

"Bells of Hell" 

The issue continues the government-sponsored era of X-Factor, led by Havok. 

  • The Conflict: The team is on the hunt for the Hell's Belles, a group of female mutant mercenaries (Briar, Flambé, Tremolo, and Vesper) who recently broke out of prison.
  • The Cyber Connection: The Belles are working for Cyber (Silas Burr), the adamantium-skinned villain with a mysterious, lethal history involving Wolverine.
  • A Personal Toll: Strong Guy (Guido Carosella) takes center stage during the brawl. His powers allow him to absorb kinetic energy to increase his strength, but the stress of a massive explosion during the fight leaves him in agonizing pain, highlighting the physical cost of his mutant "gift."
  • The Resolution: X-Factor manages to defeat the Belles, but Cyber escapes, cementing himself as a persistent threat to the team. 
  • Writer: Peter David
  • Artist: Larry Stroman
  • Inker: Al Milgrom
  • Publisher: Marvel Comics 
  • This issue is part of Peter David's highly acclaimed, character-driven run known for its humor and psychological depth. 

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