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Showing posts with label AVENGERS VOL. 1 #201-300. Show all posts

Thursday, September 5, 2013

THE AVENGERS #292 (1988) "The Dragon in the Sea!" Pt. 2 of 3

• THE AVENGERS #292

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: To the horror of her friends, teammates, and husband; Marrina has indeed become the Leviathan that is ravaging the eastern seaboard! And now the Avengers have to find a way to stop the Leviathan without killing Marrina! The Prince of Atlantis tries to reason with the undersea behemoth, but to no avail. When Marrina capsizes another cargo ship and sinks a U.S. Navy battleship, the heroes realize that lethal force may be necessary. Meanwhile, Dr. Druid continues to have strange visions about a mysterious woman offering him great power and riches. Cameo appearances by Kang the Conqueror, Ravonna, and Henry Pym.
Script by Walt Simonson. Art by John Buscema (breakdowns) and Tom Palmer (finishes). Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer.
Notes: This issue includes a full-page ad featuring the Avengers and proclaiming that the current storyline will possibly be the end of the team. Pin-up art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

THE AVENGERS #286 (1987) "The Fix is On!" Part 1 of 5

• THE AVENGERS #286

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: After the epic encounter in Olympus, Earth's Mightiest Heroes enjoy rest and relaxation on Hydro-Base. And while they do, Doctor Druid takes time to eavesdrop on his teammates' whereabouts. Is Doctor Druid's monitoring of his fellow avengers a warning sign of future trouble? In the meantime a call for help comes in from the heartland of America! The Avengers plus Marrina fly to Ohio to check on the Mad Thinker's awesome android that has stood inactive for a long time. However the big gray android is active now! And apparently working for the Fixer! The Mad Thinker's featureless and pudgy creation has battled the Fantastic Four to a standstill in the past! How will the Avengers fare against the rambunctious robot?
Script by Ralph Macchio. Art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Cover art by John Buscema.

• Notes: The Mad Thinker's awesome android previously appeared in Captain America #311. This issue began a difficult stretch for the Avengers series as many of the fan-favorite characters were either starring in the West Coast Avengers series or absent from the east coast lineup due to major events in their own titles. This issue includes a full-page ad for the Fall of the Mutants storyline in the X-Titles.

THE AVENGERS #285 (1987) "Twilight of the Gods!" Part 5 of 5

• THE AVENGERS #285

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. The senses-shattering slugfest rages on! The Avengers have knocked out the other Olympians and now turn their full attention to the King of Olympus…Zeus himself! Can the Lord of the Lightning withstand the combined might of the Sub-Mariner, Captain Marvel, She-Hulk, Black Knight, and Thor? Surprisingly the mighty Zeus begins to waver under the onslaught from the five powerful avengers and the mystic enchantment of the knight's ebony blade! Unbelievable! Could the Lord of Olympus actually fall in battle to mortal men and women? However, the Son of Cronus and Rhea hasn't ruled Olympus for eons, because he was a lightweight! And even when Hercules joins the fight, Zeus will not yield! Can anyone or anything break the stalemate? It's a truly momentous outcome for the pantheon of Olympus! Cameo appearances by Apollo, Ares, Athena, Dionysus, Hera, Hermes, Neptune, Prometheus, and Marrina.

• Notes: This five-part story blends magnificently with the classic Greek mythology. This issue completes Roger Stern's outstanding 5-year run as the writer of the Avengers series.

• Cover art by John Buscema

THE AVENGERS #281 (1987)

• THE AVENGERS #281 "By Gods Betrayed!" Part 1 of 5

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Someone in a very high place is very upset with Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Enraged that his son was beaten into a coma, the mighty Zeus sends his fellow gods to punish the Avengers! Artemis, Dionysus, and Hermes attack the Avengers in Manhattan, while Ares and Hephaestus battle Thor in majestic Olympus! Unfortunately, these battles are complete mismatches. And the Avengers suddenly find themselves standing before Zeus in the royal court of Olympus! But Earth's Mightiest Heroes won't be there for long…after Zeus gives them a one-way ticket to Hades! Ready or not, the Avengers are about to embark on their very own Greek odyssey! Cameo appearances by Hercules and Zeus.

• Cover art by John Buscema

THE AVENGERS #280 (1987)

• THE AVENGERS #280 "Faithful Servant"

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: Script by Bob Harras. Art by Bob Hall and Kyle Baker. Jarvis lies in a hospital bed while he recovers from his severe injuries sustained at the hands of the Masters of Evil. Once his body heals, the Avengers' long-time butler has a big decision to make! Permanently retire or return to the Avengers? Before Jarvis makes up his mind, he takes a walk down memory lane from the earliest days of the Avengers to the present time. The loyal butler reflects upon his first meetings with Thor, the Wasp, the Hulk, and Hawkeye; his first conversations with Captain America, the Vision, and Mantis; and his first encounter with Ultron. Jarvis also recalls some of the Avengers (who like himself) fell upon hard times such as Henry Pym, Quicksilver, the Swordsman, and Iron Man. But when the time of reflection is over, Jarvis reaches a decision! What will it be? An inspiring story! Cameo appearance by Tony Stark.

• Notes: This issue provides an excellent recap of the history of the Avengers from Jarvis' perspective. This issue also contains new behind-the-scenes details of events that took place inside the mansion.

• Cover art by John Buscema

THE AVENGERS #279 (1987)

• THE AVENGERS #279 "Command Decision"

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. After the departure of the Wasp last issue, Earth's Mightiest Heroes are in need of a new leader! In a surprising development, the popular choice among the team is Captain Marvel! Is the Crescent City avenger ready to lead? Monica Rambeau is not so sure! But after she helps Captain America pull off a daring underground rescue of trapped children, Captain Marvel says bring it on! Retelling of Captain Marvel's origin from Amazing Spider-Man Annual 16. Cameo appearances by Hercules, Hermes, and Moonstone.

• Cover art by John Buscema

THE AVENGERS #278 (1987)

• THE AVENGERS #278 "Pressure"

• FIRST PRINTING

• CONDITION: VERY FINE

• PRICE: S$6

• PLOT SUMMARY: Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. The colossal confrontation with the Masters of Evil is over. The Avengers have won, but the losses are staggering. Avengers Mansion, the team's home since day one, has been destroyed. Hercules remains in a coma and Jarvis is slowly recovering from his injuries in the hospital. In the meantime the Black Knight and Doctor Druid relocate to Hydro-Base for combat training while the mansion is closed. However, their training session is dramatically interrupted by Tyrak! The giant Atlantean is still tough, so Captain Marvel, She-Hulk, and the Wasp join the fight too! After the battle Janet Van Dyne realizes that she's ready for a vacation and resigns as chairwoman. So once again the old order changeth!

• Cover art by John Buscema

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

THE AVENGERS #277 (1987) "Under Siege" Pt. 8 of 8