The story kicks off on , which the Guardians have recently purchased from the Collector. After hearing a story about how Yondu supposedly ruined Christmas for a young Peter Quill, Mantis (Pom Klementieff) and Drax (Dave Bautista) decide Peter needs a cheer-up mission.
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: A terrifying (for Kevin Bacon) home invasion that ends with Mantis using her empathic powers to put the actor into a compliant trance. Why It Works: Heart Over Hilarity The story kicks off on , which the
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a group of well-meaning but socially confused space misfits tries to "do Christmas," look no further than the . Streaming on Disney+ , this 44-minute "Special Presentation" is a chaotic, heartwarming, and surprisingly musical entry that serves as the perfect palate cleanser for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Plot: Operation "Kidnap Kevin Bacon" Why It Works: Heart Over Hilarity If you’ve
: Tourists mistaking Drax for a paid cosplayer and showering him with cash.
Their plan? Head to Earth and kidnap Peter’s ultimate hero: the legendary . What follows is a hilarious fish-out-of-water adventure in Hollywood, involving:
: The special isn't just "filler." It confirms a significant piece of lore: Mantis is Peter Quill’s half-sister . The moment Peter realizes he has real family left in the galaxy is widely considered the "real greatest gift" of the story.