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Avengers (1998 3rd Series) comic books

  • Issue #51D
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 51D

    Direct Edition. Kang War Part 11 of 15. "Prisoners A Love Story" Script by Kurt Busiek.Pencils by Brent Anderson. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by Kieron Dwyer.These are dark days in the United States of America and on the planet Earth.Kang is consolidating his power, building new citadels, squashingrebellions, and establishing prisoner-of-war camps. After being captured byKang's soldiers, Wonder Man is thrown into a prison facility in LosAngeles...where he runs into a familiar and pretty face: the Scarlet Witch!Simon and Wanda are happy to see one another again, but the bleak conditionsinside the camp damper any feelings of joy. However the man of wonder andthe mutant sorceress have been avengers for a very long time. They areresourceful, brave, and determined. Perhaps if one of them could escape,the Avengers' comeback vs. the Conqueror would begin! Cameo appearances bythe Human Torch, Mr. Fantastic, Thing, Darkhawk, She-Hulk, Spider-Man, andWolverine. Flashback cameo by the Wasp to revisit the formal surrender toKang at the end of Avengers #49. (Notes: This issue includes a 2-page texttribute to mark the passing of legendary Avengers artist John Buscema. Thisfifteen-issue saga was reprinted in 2002 in the trade paperback: AvengersThe Kang Dynasty). 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #52
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 52

    Kang War Part 12 of 15. "Counter Attack" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Ivan Reis. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. At the Master of the World's former headquarters in Northern Canada, a group of free avengers cracks the code on the master's technology. And now Tony Stark believes the master's weapons systems can be used to strike back against Kang. At first the Wasp is reluctant to put other American cities in the crosshairs, but the president assures her the risk is worth it. So the Wasp contacts the Deviants, Atlanteans, and the Russians to set up a global counterattack against the Conqueror! Once the worldwide revolt begins, the Avengers hasten to shut down Kang's orbiting base -- before its firepower annihilates more cities. Good luck to Earth's Mightiest! Meanwhile in outer space, Triathlon maneuvers the triple-evil's pyramid in position to attack Damocles Base...and give the Conqueror a big surprise! Cameo appearances by President George W. Bush, the 3-D Man, Namorita, Starlight, the Presence, and the Scarlet Centurion. Avengers Lineup: Black Knight, Firebird, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Silverclaw, Stingray, Thor, Warbird, Wonder Man, Wasp, and Yellowjacket in Canada; Captain America, Firestar, Justice, Jack of Hearts, Living Lightning, Photon, Quasar, Triathlon, and the Vision in outer space. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #53
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 53

    Kang War Part 13 of 15. "The Last Castle" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. The all-out assault on Kang's Damocles Base is underway! The Avengers and their allies attack on multiple fronts to destroy the Conqueror's powerful orbiting warship! Triathlon and Captain America fight Kang from the triple-evil's pyramid, while the Wasp and Yellowjacket direct fire skyward from the Master of the World's Arctic citadel. Their combined efforts -- plus those of Jonathan Tremont and the Presence -- weaken the base's force field and create an opening for the Avengers' strike force! Thor, Iron Man, Warbird, and the Vision breach the sword-shaped base's exterior and wreak havoc inside! And suddenly the Conqueror is on the ropes -- his Damocles Base in jeopardy of falling from orbit! The Scarlet Centurion escapes in a chronal pod, but Kang vows to go down with the ship! The Conqueror's last stand is coming next issue! Cameo appearances by the 3-D Man and Starlight. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #54
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 54

    Kang War Part 14 of 15. "A Good Day to Die" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. With a fiery explosion, Damocles Base crash-lands in Maryland. And through indomitable spirit, Kang emerges from the wreckage with his sword in hand ready for battle. But the star-spangled avenger is ready too -- ready to end the fighting and end the suffering of the people on Earth. So in the final act of this epic war, Kang the Conqueror battles Captain America one-on-one! Will the red, white, and blue avenger bring down the curtain on the Kang Dynasty? A while later in the aftermath, a tragic ending befalls one of the key participants in the war. But it's not Kang or one of the avengers. It's someone else -- who learns the bitter cost of betrayal. Appearances by the Scarlet Centurion and the 3-D Man. Avengers Lineup: Black Knight, Captain America, Firebird, Hercules, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Hercules, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Stingray, Thor, Triathlon, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. 40 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #55
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 55

    Kang War Part 15 of 15. "The Last Farewell" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Patrick Zircher. Inks by Scott Koblish. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. In one of their greatest victories ever, the Avengers have defeated Kang! The Conqueror has been vanquished. And the Earth is now free! However there are many follow-on tasks to do and loose ends to tie up. Starting with the court martial of Warbird for the slaying of the Master of the World. And after her acquittal, it's time for the Avengers to celebrate with a grand meal from the very halls of Asgard delivered by the Mighty Thor! Then Triathlon journeys to New Mexico to reunite the 3-D Man with his wife Peggy Chandler. Next Iron Man meets with the brother of Duane Freeman to express his deepest regrets. And finally several of Earth's Mightiest Heroes travel to Washington D.C. to pay their respects at the memorial -- for the thousands of lives lost during the destruction of the city. The Kang War epilogue runs the full gamut of emotions. Cameo appearances by Jarvis and Derek Freeman. (Note: This fifteen-part story was reprinted in 2002 in the trade paperback: Avengers The Kang Dynasty.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #56
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 56

    "Lo, There Shall Come...an Accounting!" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Yanick Paquette. Inks by Ray Snyder. Painted cover by Luke Ross. For Kurt Busiek's final script of the Avengers 3rd series, tax accountants from the Maria Stark Foundation stop by Avengers Mansion. They are here today to receive a full accounting about two quinjets and two office buildings -- that were destroyed during a recent battle in St. Louis vs. the Elements of Doom. Some of the avengers are happy to talk to the accountants while some are not. Will Earth's Mightiest Heroes receive a tax break or tax penalty? Cameo appearance by Jarvis. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, She-Hulk, Silverclaw, Thor, Triathlon, Wonder Man, and the U.S. Agent. (Notes: This issue completes Kurt Busiek's incredible 5-year run as the writer of the Avengers 3rd series -- highlighted by the Morgan Conquest, the Ultron Unlimited saga, and the Kang War; and his detailed attention to Marvel continuity and the Avengers' rich history.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #57
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 57

    World Trust Part 1 of 4. "New Alliances" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. A new era begins for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! And it starts with a midtown skirmish against Mister Hyde! After Cap and his team return victorious to Avengers Mansion, they learn that Washington D.C. -- where the Wasp and Yellowjacket are visiting -- has disappeared! And so have many other capital cities across the globe! The situation is so dire that the Secretary-General of the U.N. reaches out to the Avengers...and relinquishes all command and authority to them! Wow, the Avengers are suddenly in charge of the world! Cameo appearances by Jarvis and Peter Gyrich. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man (aka Scott Lang), Black Panther, Captain America, Falcon, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Note: This issue begins Geoff Johns' year-and-a-half run as the writer of the Avengers 3rd series.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #58
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 58

    World Trust Part 2 of 4. "Assembled" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. At the United Nations headquarters, Captain America speaks to the few remaining delegates and assures them that the Avengers will lead the world through this new crisis. Likewise in Europe, Iron Man addresses representatives of the European Union and implores them to stick together during this unprecedented calamity. Hours later while responding to a spatial vortex in the Atlantic Ocean, Earth's Mightiest Heroes rendezvous with a former avenger: the Sub-Mariner! Namor reports that not only are capital cities disappearing, but also large sections of the world's oceans. In the meantime at Avengers Mansion, the Scarlet Witch has taken seriously ill -- almost as if she is caught between life and death! Cameo appearances by the Black Knight, Hercules, Photon, Quicksilver, Nick Fury, Scorpio, and the In-Betweener. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #59
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 59

    World Trust Part 3 of 4. "Friends & Enemies" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Rags Morales. In a far away dimension, the Wasp and Yellowjacket come face to face with the villain responsible for the catastrophe unfolding on Earth! It's Scorpio! And he possesses the powerful Zodiac Key! Plus one half -- the Chaos half -- of the cosmic entity known as the In-Betweener. What kind of otherworldly foe is Scorpio? Meanwhile on Earth, the people of the world are trusting the Avengers to save them. But can the Avengers trust themselves? When T'Challa brings in Doctor Doom as a special consultant, tempers flare inside the mansion! However Von Doom actually provides useful information about the Zodiac Key. And when Wanda reveals that the Order half of the In-Betweener is currently in Virginia, Earth's Mightiest Heroes rush to his location! Is this half of the In-Betweener an ally or enemy? Cameo appearances by Peter Gyrich and Thor. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Falcon, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Sub-Mariner, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #60
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 60

    World Trust Part 4 of 4. "Chaos & Order" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Kieron Dwyer. Inks by Rick Remender. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. Thanks to the timely arrival of the god of thunder, Earth's Mightiest Heroes defeat the Order half of the In-Betweener! And then Wanda mystically transports all the combatants to the In-Betweener's special realm! Because that's where Scorpio (with the Zodiac Key), the Chaos half (of the In-Betweener), and the capital cities of the world are waiting -- for the battle to save the planet Earth! Ant-Man, She-Hulk, and Redwing lead the attack against Scorpio, while the Vision and the Scarlet Witch clash with the In-Betweener! Are the stars aligned for an Avengers' victory? A fantastic finale! Cameo appearances by Jarvis and Peter Gyrich. (Note: The World Trust storyline was reprinted in 2003 in the trade paperback: Avengers by Geoff Johns; and again in 2010 in the hardcover: Avengers World Trust Premiere Edition.) 40 pages. Cover price $3.50.

  • Issue #61
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 61

    "The Powers That Be!" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Gary Frank. Inks by Jon Sibal. Cover by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal. Earth's Mightiest Heroes have restored calm and normality to the world after stopping Scorpio's scheme for global subjugation. And to show its gratitude, the United Nations declares the Avengers a "sovereign entity" -- thus Avengers Mansion becomes Avengers Embassy! However some people in the U.S. government are not thrilled that the powerful team of super-heroes will no longer be reporting to them. So contingency plans are set in motion. In the meantime, Cap appoints the temperamental Peter Gyrich to be the Avengers' official U.N. liaison. And then he appoints the Falcon to keep an eye on Mr. Gyrich. Cameo appearances by Jarvis, Ant-Man, Jack of Hearts, Sub-Mariner, and Thor. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Falcon, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Note: The last page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 92,547; average paid circulation 77,960.) 40 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #62
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 62

    "Broken Hearts" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Gary Frank. Inks by Jon Sibal. Cover by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal. These are difficult days for two recent additions to the Avengers: Ant-Man (aka Scott Lang) and the Jack of Hearts. First, Scott Lang is in court for a custody hearing involving his daughter Cassie. And unfortunately, the judge does not rule in his favor. The dejected avenger returns to Avengers Embassy and wants to become a permanent member of the team. Second, Jack Hart's medical condition is growing worse by the day, and he must spend more and more time inside the Zero Room. When the Jack of Hearts in frustration bursts through the roof of the Fifth Avenue mansion, the golden avenger gives chase and convinces Jack to return. Hopefully, both men's lives will get better in the weeks ahead. Cameo appearance by Peggy Lang. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Note: This issue contains the same statement of ownership as issue #61.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #63
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 63

    Standoff Part 3 of 3. "Standoff" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Alan Davis. Inks by Mark Farmer. Cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. Story continues from Iron Man (3rd series) #64. It's avenger vs. avenger in the war-torn country of Slokovia! And it's two of the all-time heavyweights: the Invincible Iron Man vs. the Mighty Thor! The new Lord of Asgard is in Slokovia to protect his followers from persecution! But Shell-Head can't let Thor overthrow the existing government and destabilize the entire region. Adding to the crisis is the fact that Latveria is next door to Slokovia! And Doctor Doom is keenly watching the events unfold. When Captain America tries to intervene in the epic fight, he experiences the power of mjolnir first hand! Can the Big Three resolve the situation in Slokovia...and save their long-time friendships at the same time? Alas, that doesn't seem possible. A tremendous issue! Cameo appearances by Ant-Man, Falcon, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Balder the Brave, Enchantress, Lady Sif, and the Warriors Three. (Notes: The covers of Thor #58, Iron Man #64, and Avengers #63 form one large illustration. This three-part story was reprinted in 2003 in the trade paperback: Thor Gods on Earth.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #64
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 64

    "Sight Unseen" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Ivan Reis. Inks by Oclair Albert. Cover by Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert. Since the events of Avengers 181 several years ago, the relationship between Sam Wilson and Peter Gyrich has been strained. And their mutual animosity has only increased in recent days since Cap asked the Falcon to keep a close eye on Gyrich following his appointment as the Avengers' U.N. liaison. But after the Falcon and Redwing rescue two children -- who are neighbors of Gyrich -- from the clutches of the Scarecrow, the two men begin to reach an understanding. Maybe they can work together and help one another. And that could be very important as the U.S. Secretary of Defense presses Gyrich to reveal the Avengers' secrets! (Notes: This story was reprinted in 2013 in the trade paperback: Avengers by Geoff Johns The Complete Collection #2. The TPB collects issues #64 thru #76.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #65
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 65

    Red Zone Part 1 of 6. "Panic Attack" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. A beautiful day at the Mount Rushmore National Memorial is interrupted by the sudden appearance of a red dust cloud over the famous sculptures. In a matter of minutes, the strange cloud drifts over the Visitors Center and into the nearby town of Keystone. Tragically, almost every person exposed to the cloud is dead or dying. Casualties in South Dakota are in the thousands. What has happened? Is this a bioterrorist attack? Enter Earth's Mightiest Heroes. Captain America leads a team of seven avengers into Keystone and quickly develops a course of action. Warbird will go to Custer State Park and assist the evacuation, while the other avengers don protective gear and head into the cloud at the base of Mount Rushmore. Godspeed to all. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Captain America, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, and Warbird. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #66
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 66

    Red Zone Part 2 of 6. "Infections" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. Below the magnificent Mount Rushmore, six brave avengers wade into the red cloud of death. Cap, Wanda, Ant-Man, and She-Hulk -- in their respective hazmat suits -- plus the Vision and the Jack of Hearts carefully walk through the forest among the dead...until they make a shocking discovery. This catastrophe might have been a research accident...not an intentional act by a foreign or domestic enemy. In the meantime at the Centers for Disease Control, Iron Man and the Black Panther quarrel with the surly Secretary of Defense about the best response to the disaster unfolding in South Dakota. Cameo appearances by Dr. Bill Foster, Peter Gyrich, and Warbird. (Notes: This six-part story was reprinted in 2010 in the hardcover: Avengers Red Zone. The Marvel Premiere Edition collects issues #65 thru #70.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #67
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 67

    Red Zone Part 3 of 6. "Unclassified" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. Earth's Mightiest Heroes are stunned to find a secret bioweapons lab below Mount Rushmore. They can't believe the deadly dust cloud was caused by a government research project gone awry. From inside the lab, Ant-Man contacts Tony Stark at Stark Enterprises and relays the information about Project Bloodwash. But before the golden avenger or T'Challa can do anything, they are attacked by the Secretary of Defense's special ops unit! What is going on? Why doesn't the Department of Defense want to work with the Avengers? In the meantime back in South Dakota, the conditions inside the red zone are wearing down Cap's team. They need to get out of the biolab and into fresh air -- before it's too late. Cameo appearances by Peter Gyrich and Redwing. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, and Warbird. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #68
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 68

    Red Zone Part 4 of 6. "The Great Escape" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. Deep inside the red zone, Earth's Mightiest Heroes are in deep trouble. She-Hulk becomes exposed to the red dust and reverts to Jennifer Walters. The Vision is seriously injured. Cap and Ant-Man are down, and the Jack of Hearts is out. Leaving only the Scarlet Witch to crawl from the wreckage of the underground lab...and seek help. Meanwhile outside the Pentagon, the Secretary of Defense ambushes the Falcon and Peter Gyrich. In fact he shoots both of them! And then he says something in German. Oh no! Cameo appearances by the Black Panther, Tony Stark, Warbird, Redwing, and the Red Skull. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #69
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 69

    Red Zone Part 5 of 6. "The Great Escape" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. On the outskirts of our nation's capital, the Red Skull stands triumphant! His master plan to infiltrate the U.S. government and release the red dust cloud over South Dakota has been a smashing success. And with Earth's Mightiest Heroes a shambles, the sinister skull looks unbeatable. Is the dawn of the Fourth Reich on the horizon? In the meantime at Mount Rushmore, Warbird arrives to rescue the battered and bruised avengers. Just the Scarlet Witch and the Living Legend are still on their feet. Wanda stays in South Dakota to stop the spread of the deadly cloud, while the Sentinel of Liberty heads east to Virginia -- for a showdown against the Red Skull! Appearances by Pepper Potts and Peter Gyrich. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Falcon, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Warbird. (Note: The first issue of the JLA Avengers limited series -- the long-awaited Marvel-DC crossover -- was also published this month.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #70
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 70

    Red Zone Part 6 of 6. "The Great Escape" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. Inside the dark halls of the Pentagon; Captain America, Iron Man, the Falcon, and the Black Panther wage a bloody battle for freedom against the Red Skull. But once the evil mastermind subdues the first three avengers, only the King of Wakanda is left standing. Wow, it's the Black Panther vs. the Red Skull in hand-to-hand combat to the finish! Can T'Challa turn back the skull's demented dream for America? Meanwhile in South Dakota, the Scarlet Witch casts a massive hex to hold the Red Zone in stasis. The long road to recovery has begun! Appearances by President George W. Bush, Peter Gyrich, Redwing, Jarvis, Ant-Man, Jack of Hearts, Warbird, and the Vision. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #71
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 71

    "Whirlwinds" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Steve Sadowski. Inks by Andrew Currie. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. On leave from the Avengers, Janet van Dyne and Henry Pym enjoy a Las Vegas getaway to rekindle their romance. Unfortunately, Hank misreads their newfound relationship and proposes to his former wife. However Janet declines his proposal, because she remembers the troubled days from their marriage. Auspiciously, the Wasp and Yellowjacket's awkward moment on the strip is halted -- by a blindside attack from Whirlwind! Their long-time foe still wants Janet, and his obsession knows no bounds. But the Wasp and the Yellowjacket remain a great team! And the Whirlwind doesn't stand a chance against them! Viva Las Vegas! 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #72
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 72

    The Search for She-Hulk Part 1 of 4. "Hiding" Script by Geoff Johns. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins and Edgar Delgado. The Red Zone crisis is over. But the Avengers have one very large (and green) piece of unfinished business: where is the She-Hulk? During the chaos inside the biolab underneath Mount Rushmore, She-Hulk was exposed to the red dust and changed to her alter ego, Jennifer Walters. However moments later she changed back to She-Hulk and went crazy! And Earth's Mightiest Heroes have not seen her since. But a tip comes into the mansion that the Avengers' missing teammate might be in Idaho. So Captain America, Iron Man, and the Scarlet Witch travel to the Gem State to look for her. Who will they find there? A passive Jennifer Walters or a rampaging She-Hulk? 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #73
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 73

    The Search for She-Hulk Part 2 of 4. "Savage Attack" Script by Geoff Johns. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins. In the town of Bone, Idaho, Earth's Mightiest Heroes find the She-Hulk! And she's on an unstoppable rampage! Her strength level is approaching that of her famous green cousin's -- the Hulk. The Sentinel of Liberty, Shell-Head, and Wanda try their best to contain She-Hulk and save the town of Bone, but they cannot! The job requires more avengers. Is anyone else available in the Pacific Northwest? Just one -- and he's really good with a bow and arrows! 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #74
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 74

    The Search for She-Hulk Part 3 of 4. "Sticks and Stones" Script by Geoff Johns. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins and Edgar Delgado. Hawkeye the Marksman arrives in Idaho to challenge the She-Hulk! However Clint knows he can't overpower her, but he might be able to lure his former teammate away from the city. With a mix of snappy banter and trick arrows, Hawkeye leads She-Hulk into the snowy countryside...where he is promptly defeated. It looks like She-Hulk's trail of destruction will continue unimpeded, but then a familiar and familial face appears: Bruce Banner! Can She-Hulk's cousin talk sense into her? It's worth a try -- just don't turn into the Hulk! Cameo appearance by Doc Samson. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, and She-Hulk. (Notes: This four-part story was reprinted in 2010 in the hardcover: Avengers The Search for She-Hulk. The Marvel Premiere Edition collects issues #71 thru #76.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #75
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 75

    The Search for She-Hulk Part 4 of 4. "With Friends Like These..." Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by Geoff Johns. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins and Edgar Delgado. In the Pacific Northwest, the Avengers' problem has doubled! As the Incredible Hulk joins the She-Hulk in wreaking havoc outside the town of Bone, Idaho. The state of affairs is so critical and calamitous that Earth's Mightiest Heroes must play their ace in the hole -- the Jack of Hearts! Iron Man calls back to Avengers Embassy and tells Ant-Man to release Jack from the Zero Room...and send him on a beeline to Idaho! Shell-Head hopes Jack can create an explosion that will absorb both Hulks' gamma radiation! But this maneuver is highly dangerous! Can the Jack of Hearts trump a pair of Hulks? Cameo appearance by Doc Samson. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Captain America, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, and She-Hulk. (Note: This issue includes a statement of ownership: average print run 69,749 ; average paid circulation 64,892.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #76
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 76

    "Full House" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Steve Sadowski. Inks by Andrew Currie. Cover by Jae Lee. Earth's Mightiest Heroes return to their Fifth Avenue mansion to make a serious decision about the future of their membership. Between the Jack of Hearts and She-Hulk, one of them has to go -- because their powers are incompatible. What will the Avengers decide? Meanwhile across town, Scott Lang's daughter, Cassie Lang, is kidnapped by a child predator! Ant-Man rushes to the scene to rescue her, but things do not go as planned. He needs help from his erstwhile nemesis...the Jack of Hearts! And the explosive avenger will bring his own brand of justice to the matter! Appearances by Peggy Lang, Black Panther, Captain America, Falcon, Redwing, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, and the Vision. (Notes: This issue completes Geoff Johns' entertaining year-and-a-half run as the writer of the Avengers 3rd series.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #77A
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 77A

    Lionheart of Avalon Part 1 of 5. "Lionheart of Avalon" Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by John Cassaday. The Avengers are across the pond in Ipswich, England, to hunt for the Wrecking Crew! And near the town square; the Wrecker, Thunderball, Bulldozer, and Piledriver come into sight...and the Avengers prepare to attack! However at the moment only three heroes are present: Captain America, Hawkeye, and the Wasp -- who has been busy practicing her new growth powers. Nonetheless, Earth's Mightiest charge into battle! The team immediately scores hits on three of the four members of the Wrecking Crew, but then Thunderball lands a huge blow on the Sentinel of Liberty! And just like that the Avengers are on the ropes...a long way from home. First appearance of Kelsey Leigh (aka the future Lionheart). Appearances by Martin Leigh and Jenny Leigh. Special 50ยข cover price issue. 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #78
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 78

    Lionheart of Avalon Part 2 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by Scott Kolins. With an incredible display of courage, a young mother of two picks up Captain America's shield and protects Cap and the Wasp from Thunderball's wrecking ball. But Kelsey Leigh's heroic effort comes at a severe cost. By the time She-Hulk joins the fight, everyone is unconscious except the two children. She-Hulk knocks out the unusually savage Thunderball, and then the medical evacuations begin. Please hurry. Appearances by Tony Stark, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, Bulldozer, Piledriver, and the Wrecker. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #79
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 79

    Lionheart of Avalon Part 3 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Sean Chen. Inks by Tom Simmons. Cover by Lee Weeks. Near Ipswich, England, Earth's Mightiest Heroes are emotionally distraught over the death of Kelsey Leigh -- the woman who was killed during the battle against the Wrecking Crew. Unfortunately, the situation only gets worse when Hawkeye accidentally lets Kelsey's children into the room where her body is lying. Tempers flare among the assembled heroes, and old wounds reopen from days gone by. A while later Hawkeye attempts to exact revenge upon Thunderball, but the Wrecking Crew turns the tables on the ace archer! Appearances by Tony Stark, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, and Brian Braddock. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 36 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #80
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 80

    Lionheart of Avalon Part 4 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by David Finch and Art Thibert. Through a strange twist of fate, Kelsey Leigh wakes up in mystical Avalon! She is deceased in Earth's realm, but Brian Braddock (aka the former Captain Britain) and Meggan tell her that she can return to England alive -- if she chooses between a sword and an amulet that appear before her. In order to defend Avalon from attack, Kelsey chooses the sword! And in that instant...the next Captain Britain (and future Lionheart) is born! Meanwhile at Tony Stark's compound, the Wrecking Crew steals the Avengers' quinjet! But the Wasp spots them and gives chase! Once the pursuit ends, the Avengers discover the sinister architect of their overseas ordeal: Morgan Le Fay! Appearances by Tony Stark, Hawkeye, and the Scarlet Witch. (Note: The first issue of the Avengers Thunderbolts (2004) limited series was also published this month.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #81
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 81

    Lionheart of Avalon Part 5 of 5. Script by Chuck Austen. Pencils by Olivier Coipel. Inks by Andy Lanning. Cover by Scott Kolins. In the dimension of Otherworld, Morgan Le Fay is on the brink of conquering Avalon and destroying England in one fell swoop! The Avengers' long-time Arthurian foe has taken Brian Braddock (aka the former Captain Britain) captive, and she just needs to kill him with special Asgardian arrows to steal the power of Avalon! But three mighty heroes oppose her: Captain America, the new Captain Britain, and the Scarlet Witch! Can the forces of good overcome the forces of evil to save the Crown? Long live the Queen! Appearances by Tony Stark, Ant-Man, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, Hawkeye, She-Hulk, and the Wasp. (Note: This five-part story was reprinted in 2004 in the trade paperback: Avengers Lionheart of Avalon by Chuck Austen.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #82
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 82

    Once An Invader Part 1 of 4. "Once An Invader" Script by Chuck Austen. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Jim Cheung. Back in New York City, Earth's Mightiest Heroes gather for a memorial service for Kelsey Leigh -- the young woman killed during the battle vs. the Wrecking Crew. However unbeknownst to most of the team...Kelsey Leigh (aka the new Captain Britain) is actually the newest member of the Avengers! In the meantime in the Middle East, John Walker (aka the U.S. Agent) frees a prisoner from captivity -- who might be the World War II hero known as the Blazing Skull! And when Union Jack and Spitfire show up too...it looks like the Invaders are getting back together! Cameo appearances by Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, and Redwing. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Captain America, Captain Britain (aka Lionheart), Falcon, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #83
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 83

    Once An Invader Part 2 of 4. Script by Chuck Austen. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins and Edgar Delgado. The New Invaders have their first mission! Rescue a distressed oil tanker -- that is under attack by heavily armed terrorists! The U.S. Agent is so excited for the challenge that he's gone back to wearing the uniform of Captain America! Go Invaders! Meanwhile at Avengers Mansion, Clint Barton and Janet van Dyne have drawn closer in recent days. And their growing attraction may present a problem for one of their teammates -- namely, Hank Pym. Cameo appearances by the Sub-Mariner, Martin Leigh, Jenny Leigh, Cassie Lang, and Peter Gyrich. New Invaders Lineup: U.S. Agent, Blazing Skull, Spitfire (aka Jacqueline Falsworth), Tara, and Union Jack (aka Joey Chapman). 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #84
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 84

    Once An Invader Part 3 of 4. Script by Chuck Austen. Art by Scott Kolins. Cover by Scott Kolins and Edgar Delgado. Living up to their name, the New Invaders invade the country of Mazikhandar to overthrow its corrupt government! And the rebooted group from World War II has a surprising ally: the Sub-Mariner! However the U.S. Agent doesn't know that his team is operating under a directive issued by the previous Secretary of Defense -- the Red Skull. Once Earth's Mightiest Heroes learn what's happening in Mazikhandar, they take off for the Middle East! And the showdown between super teams follows next: The Avengers vs. the Invaders! Get the popcorn ready! Story concludes in New Invaders (2004) #0 (part 4). Cameo appearances by Hank Pym. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Captain Britain, Hawkeye, Iron Man, She-Hulk, and the Wasp. (Notes: This is Avengers legacy issue 499. This four-part story was reprinted in 2004 in the trade paperback: Avengers Once An Invader by Chuck Austen.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

  • Issue #500A
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 500A

    Avengers Disassembled - Chaos Part 1 of 4. Double-Sized issue. Script by Brian Michael Bendis. Pencils by David Finch. Inks by Danny Miki. Cover by David Finch and Danny Miki. And so it begins. The incredible saga that will rip the Avengers apart...and change the course of the Marvel Universe for the next decade. The 500th issue of Earth's Mightiest Heroes is one of their darkest. On a quiet day at Avengers Mansion, the presumed dead Jack of Hearts suddenly appears on the back lawn! Ant-Man (aka Scott Lang) rushes to investigate...and then the Jack of Hearts suddenly explodes! Oh no. The disassembling has begun. Moments later while the Avengers try to regroup, the Vision crash-lands a quinjet into the mansion! Horrifyingly, the synthezoid avenger emerges from the wreckage and issues a dire warning to his teammates. He says that the Avengers' time is over...and then the Vision collapses. The remaining avengers are shell-shocked and fearful of what comes next...and rightfully so. Cameo appearances by Jarvis and the Black Panther. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Captain America, Captain Britain, Falcon, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, Yellowjacket, and the Wasp. (Notes: Avengers legacy issue number 500 is also Avengers (3rd series) #85. Captain America and the Falcon (2004) issues #5 thru #7 take place before Avengers 500; and provide insight into who or what might be causing the Avengers' misery. Marvel rated PSR.) 48 pages. Cover price $3.50.

  • Issue #500B
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 500B
    • Paper: White
    • Director's Cut Edition.
    • Label #0604296006
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

    Director's Cut variant edition - Avengers Disassembled - Chaos Part 1 of 4. Double-Sized issue. Script by Brian Michael Bendis. Pencils by David Finch. Inks by Danny Miki. Silver foil cover by John Cassaday. And so it begins. The incredible saga that will rip the Avengers apart...and change the course of the Marvel Universe for the next decade. The Director's cut edition of Earth's Mightiest Heroes' 500th issue includes numerous special features after the 37-page main story. First feature: 3-page interview with Brian Michael Bendis. Second feature: 4-page commentary by David Finch on his favorite sequence in the issue. Third feature: Cover previews of the next three issues. Plus previews of the new Earth's Mightiest Heroes (2005) series and the Young Avengers (2005) series. Fourth feature: 2-page parody of the Hulk with art by Fred Hembeck. Fifth feature: 3-page printography of the previous 500 covers of the Avengers series. 64 pages. Cover price $4.99.

  • Issue #500DF.SIGNED.A
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 500DF.SIGNED.A
    Tags: Avengers
    Published Sep 2004 by Marvel.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Dynamic Forces edition signed by Brian Michael Bendis, numbered to 499 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Penciled by David Finch Cover by David Finch. AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED BEGINS HERE! The powerhouse team of Brian Michael Bendis and David Finch takes on Earth's Mightiest Heroes in this double-sized anniversary issue! It begins with the return of an Avenger thought dead -- and by the time it's over, everything you know about the Avengers will have changed! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 UPC: 5960604458-50011 Cover price $3.50.

  • Issue #500DF.SIGNED.B
    Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 500DF.SIGNED.B
    Tags: Avengers
    Published Sep 2004 by Marvel.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Dynamic Forces edition signed by David Finch, numbered to 499 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Penciled by David Finch Cover by David Finch. AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED BEGINS HERE! The powerhouse team of Brian Michael Bendis and David Finch takes on Earth's Mightiest Heroes in this double-sized anniversary issue! It begins with the return of an Avenger thought dead -- and by the time it's over, everything you know about the Avengers will have changed! 48 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$3.50 UPC: 5960604458-50011 Cover price $3.50.