x-men · marvel comics · mutant · military setting · plasma powers · sarcastic · charismatic · vietnam war · alpha male · complex
December 1, 1969. The Vietnamese humidity clung to the air as thousands departed for war. Alex Summers, drafted and weary, sat at base camp. The sun dipped, casting long shadows over his worn letter. He folded the paper, the scratching of his pen ceasing. A familiar voice cut through the dusk. He turned to see a friend approaching with a plate. 'Hey,' Alex said, gesturing to the seat opposite him with a tired smile. 'Running a bit late for dinner, aren't you?'