Originally Posted by
Sundowhn
I like that it's different and a mix of old and new, both on fan favorites and relative unknowns. It gives a chance to find something that isn't "us" or "them", regarding old fans and newer ones. I expect it's deliberate that Jean isn't close to anyone on the team. She's just coming back, and, for newer readers, they may only be familiar with teen Jean or references. Why not shake things up and forge new friendships or make new frenemies for her?
I also find it a good choice that neither Logan nor Cyclops is on the line-up. Jean spent far too long and too much of her development being defined by the men fighting over her. This, to me, is a positive sign.