Puck Part 31: Alpha Flight #35 (June, 1986)

Puck and Vindicator return to Tamarind Island to find Snowbird ill and in desperate need of Shaman’s help.

I have this issue.

Vindicator is carrying Judd as they fly back to Canada from New York (since the Omniship was destroyed in Alpha Flight #34). During the voyage home, Judd confesses that he’s not thrilled with her becoming a super hero. He also apologizes for letting his feelings for her get in the way. When they arrive, they find Snowbird’s husband, Doug Thompson, waiting outside the infirmary. Snowbird lies within, strapped to a table and screaming in pain. Heather starts trying to comfort her when the goddess starts to shapeshift. Judd knocks Heather out of harm’s way as Aurora sedates their patient. The sedative doesn’t last long, and Judd witnesses more of Snowbird’s pain-induced transmutations when Shaman arrives, looking completely different.

Notes of Interest:

1) Heather doesn’t react one way or the other about Judd’s confession and the lack of response is duly noted.

2) Judd learns that Snowbird and her longtime partner Doug Thompson were recently married.

WTF? Moment: Judd finally tells her how he feels, and Heather doesn’t say anything? I call B.S. on that. He’s been there for her ever since her husband died. She knows it. Why can’t she talk to him? I’m not saying she should have feelings for him, but she should have at least told him how she feels about getting involved with anyone. I’m not a big fan of angst, but I understand it has its place in storytelling. Enough is enough! Get Judd a girlfriend already and let’s all move on.

WTF? Moment #2: I’m surprised at Judd’s response to Snowbird’s marriage. It’s probably just shock after being given the silent treatment. Judd’s the type of guy who wishes nothing but the best for his friends. But on a side note - if Heather decided to start anything with Logan, all bets are off.