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Avengers
The Avengers are an elite Marvel Comics superhero team that first appeared in The Avengers Vol. 1, #1, 1963. more...
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Also known as "Earth’s Mightiest Heroes", the Avengers originally consisted of Ant-Man, Wasp, Thor, Iron Man, and the Hulk, all of whom were popular, established superheroes. Almost from inception, however, the roster has been fluid, with the Hulk departing and Captain America joining. The rotating roster has become a hallmark of the team, although one theme has been constant: the Avengers fight the foes that no single superhero could withstand - hence their famous cry of "Avengers Assemble!" To that end, the team has featured humans, robots, gods, aliens, supernatural beings and even former villains. Despite the diverse nature of the team (which often resulted in squabbling), the Avengers have always managed to unite into a cohesive unit to combat extraordinary threats.
Publication history
- See also: Bibliography of Avengers titles
The Avengers, like the Uncanny X-Men, debuted in their own comic book series in September, 1963. Created by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers, the Avengers were Marvel's answer to DC Comics' Justice League of America, as the team was made up of many of the most popular Marvel characters.
A successful four-issue limited series in September 1984 paved the way for two expansion titles: being West Coast Avengers and Solo Avengers.
The main title has been relaunched three times in the past ten years: in 1996, as part of the "Heroes Reborn" reboot; in 1997 when the title returned to original continuity; and in 2005 with New Avengers.
History
The 1960s
The first issue features the Asgardian god of mischief, Loki, who seeks revenge against his adopted brother, Thor. Using an illusion, Loki tricks the Hulk into destroying a railroad track, and then diverts a radio call by Rick Jones for help to Thor, whom Loki hopes will battle the Hulk. Unknown to Loki, the radio call is also answered by Ant Man, the Wasp and Iron Man. After an initial misunderstanding, the heroes unite and defeat Loki. Ant-Man points out that the five work well together and suggests they form a combined team - with the Wasp naming the group the Avengers. The original members are known as the "founding members", and courtesy of an Avengers Charter are responsible for the good name of the team. As a result, their wishes regarding the direction of the team are given additional weight and deference.
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