The Orb
Star-Lord acquired knowledge of a valuable item called the Orb, but also acquired the interest of the Kree warrior Ronan, who wanted the Orb for his lord, the dreaded Thanos.
Escape from Prison
Arrested by the Nova Corps and unceremoniously thrown into prison, Star-Lord gained the partnership of Gamora, Rocket, Groot, and Drax, and together the little band escaped from incarceration and made their way to the far-off place called Knowhere.