History
Alison Blaire was a singer in a punk rock band called "Dazzler", known for its provocative lyrics and stunning visual effects, secretly derived from her mutant power. When the X-Men approached her, asking her to join their cause, she told them she'd "join any outfit that could get her a record deal." Xavier did not comply with such a promise, and Alison declined. Alison was soon approached by Emma Frost who offered her a place at the Academy of Tomorrow, a team of government-sponsored, young, media-friendly mutants. Frost offered the recording contract Alison desired, and Alison joined Frost's students. In their first press conference, an anti-mutant military faction had programmed giant robot Sentinels to attack the group. read more
