Some Assembly Required: An Avengers Podcast: Recent Episodes
Some Assembly Required: An Avengers Podcast
A weekly adventure into the annals of Earth's mightiest heroes, The Avengers! Taking an issue by issue look into one of the greatest Marvel comics ever written.
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In the series finale, things will change. Some for good and some will break your heart. The MCU wraps up another new chapter with this, our final episode.
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We have reached the penultimate episode of WandaVision and its time for a look back...literally. Join us for some retcons and a whole lotta heart break.
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Welcome to the era of single camera sit-coms. As we speed towards the final few episodes, a new revelation will shake the foundations of everything we've seen so far.
The Kree/Skrull begins in earnest as Captain Marvel is taken captive by the Kree Sentry and Ronan. The Avengers must attempt to rescue their ally while fighting off the Kree Evo-Rays in an Arctic jungle.
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It's Halloween in Westview! With the Scarlet Witch on the edge of a mental break, what could possibly go wrong?
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There is trouble in sitcom paradise as Andrew and Becky dive into the fifth episode of WandaVision.
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We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to bring you a cold dose of reality. Hosts Becky and Andrew dive into the repercussions of Westview for the rest of the MCU as they talk about the fourth episode of WandaVision.
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Things get stranger in Westview as WandaVision enters the 70's. Andrew and Becky dive in to the latest episode and watch as things begin to come off the rails.
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The MCU has finally returned with the first two episodes of WandaVision! Host Andrew is joined by Becky for a weekly series discussing WandaVision as it happens. The MCU will never be the same again.
Andrew is joined by special guest Keith Elwin, Pinball Champion and designer of the new Avengers Infinity Quest Pinball from Stern Pinball. Keith provides great insight into the process of designing pinballs and his journey into comics research. It's a bit of something different, but a fun conversation all around.
Once again the fate of the Earth lies in the hands of the Avengers! Can they find Captain Marvel before he destroys the world? Or will they suffer at the hands of this extraterrestrial visitor?
Featured Issue: Avengers #89
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
When Captain America and Falcon go in search of a missing friend, little do they know that they will cross paths with both the Hulk and an ancient creature known as Psyklops. What could these intertwining threads possible mean for the Avengers.
Featured Issue: Avengers #88
Story: Harlan Ellison Adaptation: Roy Thomas Pencils: Sal Buscema Inks: Jim Mooney Letters: Shelly Leferman
The mysterious origin of Black Panther, finally revealed!
Featured Issue: Avengers #87
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciler: Sal Buscema Inker: Frank Giacoia Letterer: Mike Stevens
Time runs short as the Avengers attempt to prevent the end of the world. When the immediate danger has passed, the team must investigate the mastermind behind the whole plot, Brain-Child. Will the Avengers be able to defeat the greatest intellect in this dimension?
Featured Issue: Avengers #86
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Jim Mooney Letterer: Shelly Leferman
After defeating Arkon and Enchantress, the Avengers attempt to return home for some well earned rest. Unfortunately for some that is not meant to be. After witnessing the destruction of the world, can the Avengers prevent these events from happening again?
Featured Issue: Avengers #85
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Frank Giacoia Letterer: Mike Stevens
The Avengers find themselves entangled in an inter-dimensional struggle between their European teammate, Black Knight, and the tyrant Arkon the Magnificent. But all is not as it seems, for the Enchantress has also found her way to Arkon's world. Who knows what trouble she may cause?
Featured Issue: Avengers #84
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Mike Stevens
When Wasp returns to visit her old teammates she is in for a shock. The Avengers visit the Rutland, Vermont Halloween Parade and there is more waiting for them than some costumes and candy.
Featured Issue: Avengers #83
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Herb Cooper
Invasion! The island of Manhattan has fallen under the control of Zodiac and their army. With the Avengers out of the picture, who is left to face off against this foe and rescue the island's hostage population?
Featured Issue: Avengers #82
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
As the team splits and goes their separate ways, Red Wolf along with Vision, Goliath and Scarlet Witch head off in a quest to stop the avaricious Cornelius Van Lunt. Little do they know what is waiting for them or what is truly behind Van Lunt's devious scheme.
Featured Issue: Avengers #81
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
Having embarked on his own, Vision's solitary exploration is cut short when he witnesses a young Native American man attempt to kill someone. There is much more to this man than Vision would believe, but to unlock the mysteries, he must return from whence he came, the Avengers.
Featured Issue: Avengers #80
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
As our last issue concluded, Black Panther was confronted by a new, sinister threat, the Lethal Legion. Now the Legion begins its deadly hunt to acquire and destroy all the remaining Avengers. Can the heroes hope to stand against Grim Reaper and his assembled rogues?
Featured Issue: Avengers #79
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Art Simek
On visiting Avengers Mansion, Captain America is attacked by none other than M'Baku, the Man-Ape. How is he still alive and what could this traitorous Wakandan want with Cap? What does all of this mean for Black Panther and the throne of Wakanda?
Featured Issue: Avengers #78
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
Rushing to aid their friend Tony Stark, have the Avengers fallen prey to the very same industrialist? And what of the masked man, Kronus? How does all of this connect and how will our heroes survive?
Featured Issue: Avengers #77
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
Becky takes over hosting duties and discusses the glory that is Disney+. So much potential that is just waiting to be explored, though a few minor tweaks wouldn't hurt.
As the Avengers attempt to rescue Scarlet Witch, her captor, Arkon the Magnificent works to build his doomsday weapon. Will the Avengers be able to arrive in time to save their world and their teammate?
Featured Issue: Avengers #76
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
The return of Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch herald the arrival of an other-worldly threat. Will the warlord Arkon the Magnificant have his way? Will the Earth be destroyed in the fires of nuclear armageddon? Additional discussion of SDCC 2019 MCU announcements
Featured Issue: Avengers #75
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
After the events of Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man is trying to live the life of an ordinary high school student recovering from a world altering event. When his school trip to Europe gets hijacked by Nick Fury, a series of elemental creatures and a newcomer, Mysterio what can Spider-Man do? Will he be able to live up to the pressure of being a hero, or will he choose to live a normal life?
The Avengers are horrified to find their teammate being accused of being a criminal and racial radical, but can they clear Black Panther's name? And what of the Panther himself? How did he free himself from the Sons of the Serpent? And why has he strayed from his heroic path?
Featured Issue: Avengers #74
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Tom Palmer Letterer: Sam Rosen
The Sons of the Serpent are back and up to their old ways. This time public discourse brings the Serpent's venom into the homes of Americans everywhere. Soon Black Panther will find himself front and center in the Serpents plans.
Featured Issue: Avengers #73
Writer: Roy Thomas Pencillers: Frank Giacoia & Herb Trimpe Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Art Simek
When the consciousnesses of Charles Xavier and Magneto combined to form the entity known as Onslaught, it almost meant the doom of the Marvel Universe. Through the sacrifice of heroes like the Avengers and Fantastic Four, the world was saved. But what happens when the most powerful heroes vanish without a trace who fills the void they left behind? Enter the Thunderbolts! Little does the rest of the world know that instead of the noble heroes they appear to be, the Thunderbolts are in fact villains bent on world domination. This is a story of treachery, mistakes, and redemption as only Marvel can tell and presented by Some Assembly Required.
When you think about characters with disabilities in comics there are the usual suspects like Professor X and Daredevil, but how accurately are their disabilities portrayed? We will analyze characters with disabilities from the DC and Marvel universes, see how their disabilities affect the characters, see how accurately their disabilities are portrayed, and also take a look at what the future holds for characters with disabilities, both established characters and new characters being developed by independent publishers.
This is it! 11 years in the making and it all comes down to one of the biggest events cinematic events ever. Does Endgame deliver on the promises that were made, or does it fall short of achieving glory?
The Avengers rush to aid S.H.I.E.L.D. and rescue city officials from the villain Scorpio. When Rick Jones, with his mysterious new connection to Captain Marvel, joins the heroes, they quickly find themselves eyes deep in a criminal cartel. Will they be able to stop their foes? And who is Scorpio and what is his connection to Nick Fury?
Featured Issue: Avengers #72
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
The final battle between the champions of Kang and those of Grandmaster is here! As the remaining Avengers face off against familiar foes, the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance. Will the Avengers triumph, or will they face annihilation?
Featured Issue: Avengers #71
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
Andrew is joined by his wife Becky as they discuss the latest addition to the MCU pantheon, Captain Marvel.
The Grandmaster's game has begun and the Avengers must face off against the Squadron Sinister. Things begin well, but can the heroes keep up their momentum in order to gain victory and save the Princess Ravonna?
Featured Issue: Avengers #70
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
When the Avengers rush their friend Tony Stark to the hospital, little do they know what awaits them. Coming face to face with their time traveling foe, Kang the Conqueror, the Avengers are unprepared for his offer...of cooperation.
Featured Issue: Avengers #69
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Art Simek
With Ultron poised to destroy New York in a fiery nuclear armageddon, what can the Avengers possibly do? What will become of Vision, the newest Avenger and the one who is responsible for the resurrection of Ultron?
Featured Issue: Avengers #68
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Sal Buscema Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
The Avengers find themselves in a life and death battle against Ultron-6, the latest iteration of their immortal android foe. Without Vision by their side, will the Avengers be able to stand against the unbelievable power of an indestructible android?
Featured Issue: Avengers #67
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Barry Windsor-Smith Inker: George Klein Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers are called in to aid S.H.I.E.L.D. investigate a new, invulnerable metal. Little do they know what is stirring within one of their members and what dreaded foe awaits them.
Featured Issue: Avengers #66
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Barry Windsor-Smith Inker: Syd Shores Letterer: Art Simek
With the recent death of his brother, Goliath is in no mood for games. Unfortunately things take a turn when none other than Swordsman wanders back into Goliath's life. With his former mentor haunting the halls of Avengers Mansion, will Goliath be able to maintain his cool, or will he succumb to his baser instincts and make his title of Avenger a literal one.
Featured Issue: Avengers #65
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Gene Colan Inker: Sam Grainger Letterer: Sam Rosen
The newly minted Goliath returns to the Avengers in the midst of a potentially devastating situation. The mighty Avengers must track down Egghead's orbiting space station before he destroys yet another American city. Unbeknownst to Goliath, a shadow from his past is about to walk through the door with all the answers our heroes seek.
Featured Issue: Avengers #64
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Gene Colan Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
Change is in the air. When the Avengers are once again enlisted to save Black Widow, Hawkeye finds himself left behind. Little does he realize that this will lead to changes of a gigantic size.
Featured Issue: Avengers #63
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Gene Colan Inker: George Klein Letterer: Art Simek
When the Avengers return to Wakanda with Black Panther, they find trouble is afoot. Will they be able to foil the machinations of M'Baku, the Man-Ape? Or will Black Panther lose his kingdom forever?
Featured Issue: Avengers #62
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Art Simek
While Wasp and Goliath are on their honeymoon, their fellow Avengers are recruited by Doctor Strange to aid him in a quest of gigantic proportions.The Master of the Mystic Arts can't tackle this himself, but with Black Knight and the Avengers, they just might be able to pull it off.
Featured Issue: Avengers #61
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
It's the Big Day; the wedding of Wasp and Yellowjacket. But while the Avengers are assembled to celebrate their teammate's nuptials, the Circus of Crime has a different idea, one that may very well endanger the entire Marvel Universe!
Featured Issue: Avengers #60
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Mickey Demeo Letterer: Sam Rosen
Avengers material. When he shows up at Avengers Mansion to present himself, he has more shocking things to announce than just his intention to join!
Featured Issue: Avengers #59
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
The mystery of The Vision continues! The Avengers evaluate their newest ally and dive into the origins of Vision and Ultron. Even old members will find stunning revelations in this episode.
Featured Issue: Avengers #58
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
Talking about Marvel's latest addition to the MCU, Ant-Man and the Wasp. A great, lighthearted film that hit on a lot of the same tones that GOTG Vol. 2 did, but better. A nice follow up to the emotional drama that was Infinity War.
With the penultimate chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe upon us, we are diving into different takes on the Avengers origin in this very special live panel. Many thanks to Tidewater Comicon for letting us come back and speak for the second year.
When Wasp is attacked in penthouse, the Avengers come face to face with a wholly unknown creature, the Vision. Little do they know that this assailant is only one small part of a much larger plan to bring the heroes to their knees.
Featured Issue: Avengers #57
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
This week we are talking about the penultimate chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Avengers: Infinity War. There is just so much to talk about and some many feelings. While the film may not be perfect, it is exactly the right film to begin this final chapter that we've all been waiting 10 years and 17 films for.
After returning home from their recent time travel adventure, the Avengers find themselves garnering far more attention than they would expect. When they encounter duplicate versions of the original Avengers, the team finds themselves on the run from a team of former friends that don't recognize them and want them dead.
Featured Issue: Avengers Annual #2
Writer: Roy Thomas Pencillers: Don Heck & Werner Roth Inker: Vince Colletta Letterer: Joe Rosen
On the request of Captain America, the Avengers find their way an abandoned castle. On their arrival the heroes are stunned to find that Cap feels that his former sidekick, Bucky, might still be alive. What lengths will the Avengers go to in order to confirm or deny Cap's intuition?
Featured Issue: Avengers #56
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
After being captured by the Masters of Evil and the Crimson Cowl, the Avengers are taken back to the Masters' hidden base. But the threat isn't over as the Crimson Cowl has a much more sinister plan for our heroes. And things are not what they appear with the Crimson Cowl. Want to find out what, they you'll have to listen.
Featured Issue: Avengers #55
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Klein Letterer: Sam Rosen
As the Avengers make improvements to their mansion, lilttle do they know that they have been betrayed to the New Masters of Evil by someone they trust most. How will our heroes stand up against the reunited Masters and their new overlord, the Crimson Cowl? Featuring the first appearance of Ultron!
Featured Issue: Avengers #54
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Tuska Letterer: Art Simek
In the stunning conclusion to a three part X-Men story, the Avengers once again find themselves facing off against Magneto, the Master Of Magnetism! When the Avengers are contacted by Angel of the X-Men, the team rushes off in an attempt to rescue their wayward teammates, Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver. But a little unfortunate timing finds the Mighty Avengers coming to blows with the Uncanny X-Men
Featured Issue: Avengers #53
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Tuska Letterer: Art Simek
This week we are talking about Marvel's smash hit, Black Panther! The latest edition to the MCU is blowing away both audiences and box offices alike, so we dive into the film to discuss what makes it so good.
As Black Panther arrives to fulfill his promise to join the Avengers, he finds a stunning sight. The newest Avenger must immediately jump into action and discover who is responsible for this heinous act. Is he up to the challenge? Will he prove himself worthy of the title of Avenger?
Featured Issue: Avengers #52
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Vince Colletta Letterer: Sam Rosen
After attempting to restore Goliath's powers, the Avengers once again find themselves in the clutches of the Collector. What's more, the heroes find their former teammate Thor working for their foe. What will the Avengers do against the combined might of the Collector and the God of Thunder?
Featured Issue: Avengers #51
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Tuska Letterer: Sam Rosen
The final showdown between Typhon and Hercules! Will Herc be able to defeat this titan and restore the gods to Olympus or will he suffer the same fate as his illustrious father? And what could the Avengers have to add to this fight. Powerful though they may be, they are still just mortals, caught between two dueling immortals!
Featured Issue: Avengers #50
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: John Buscema Letterer: Sam Rosen
Back on Olympus, Hercules makes a discovery that will shake him to the core. Will our demigod stand against the might of Typhon. Meanwhile, Magento addresses the United Nations, but how much can the mutant Master of Magnetism really be trusted. One of our heroes will fall victim to Magneto's machinations, to the detriment of all.
Featured Issue: Avengers #49
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: John Buscema Letterer: Art Simek
With the Maximoff siblings held prisoner by Magneto, how will the Avengers fair when a brand new Black Knight appears on the scene? Little could our heroes imagine that although he shares many of the characteristics of his predecessor, this new Black Knight is actually here to help. But will he get that chance, or will the Avengers stop him before he gets the chance?
Featured Issue: Avengers #48
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: George Tuska Letterer: Art Simek
Magneto, the Master of Magnetism returns from his imprisonment in outer space! Hercules returns to Olympus! Captain America leaves the Avengers! All of this and more in our latest amazing episode of Some Assembly Required.
Featured Issue: Avengers #47
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Tuska Letterer: L.R. Gregory
As the Avengers wind down from their most recent adventures, little do they know that their home has been infiltrated by the Whirlwind! With their longstanding foe in their home, Wasp and Goliath are in for the fight of their life inside their own anthill.
Featured Issue: Avengers #46
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Vince Colletta Letterer: Sam Rosen
When New York City assembles to celebrate the second Avengers Day, the Super Adaptoid has other plans. Their celebrations put on hold, the team must once again prove that they are Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
Featured Issue: Avengers #45
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Vince Colletta Letterer: Sam Rosen
In our first Avengers Annual issue, a fully assembled Avengers team faces off against the machinations of the maniacal Mandarin and the super-villains that he has arrayed before him. A sprawling, 50 page adventure that was the longest single Marvel story written up until that time, this issue is a raucous expedition across the globe and even in to outer space!
Featured Issue: Avengers Annual #1
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Don Heck Inker: George Bell Letterer: Art Simek
With Hawkeye captured and Hercules trapped in the dreaded Psychotron, will the Avengers be able to stop the nefarious Red Guardian? And what of the revelation that Red Guardian is Black Widow's husband? What does this mean for the future of Black Widow and Hawkeye? All these answers and more lie within this brand new episode of Some Assembly Required!
Featured Issue: Avengers #44
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: Vince Colletta Letterer: Sam Rosen
Hawkeye and Hercules strike out a crazy adventure in order to save Black Widow from Colonel Ling and his latest creation, the Red Guardian. But when Hercules is drawn into the dreaded Psychotron, how will the Prince of Power survive? And without Herc, what chance does Hawkeye have against the Red Guardian?
Featured Issue: Avengers #43
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Bell Letterer: Jerry Man
With Goliath and Wasp kidnapped by Diablo and the brutish Dragon Man, the Avengers must once again rally in order to save their comrades. Joined by the guest, the mighty Hercules, the Avengers might just have a chance.
Featured Issue: Avengers #42
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Bell Letterer: Art Simek
This week, your host Andrew reviews the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor Ragnarok. An overall great movie filled with action, adventure, humor and more than a little heart.
After the infamous android, Dragon Man, is delivered to Goliath's lab, it's previous master makes a play to retrieve his property. The alchemist Diablo will stop at nothing in order to make his plans a reality. How will the Avengers stand up to this latest threat while Hercules sits on the sideline.
Featured Issue: Avengers #41
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: John Buscema Inker: George Bell Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers battle with Namor, the Sub-Mariner for possession of the Cosmic Cube! Who will take final custody of this power artifact?
Featured Issue: Avengers #40
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Don Heck Inker: George Bell Letterer: Sam Rosen
With Hawkeye still reeling from the bombshell dropped on him by Black Widow and Captain America away, the devious Mad Thinker decides that this is the perfect time to destroy the mighty Avengers. Will our heroes be able to out think the Mad Thinker. How will Hercules fair in the world of mortals?
Featured Issue: Avengers #39
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Don Heck Inker: George Bell Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers face off against the Prince of Power, Hercules! Under the spell of Enchantress, Hercules is forced to do battle with our desperate heroes. Can the Avengers stand against the might of not one, but two immortal gods?
Featured Issue: Avengers #38
Writer: Roy Thomas Penciller: Don Heck Inker: George Bell Letterer: Art Simek
Once again the mighty Avengers snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. After escaping from the Ability Assimilator and the Ultroids, the Avengers must now face off against Ixar the Invincible. But will even the wiliest of Avengers be able to predict the plot twist that lies in store?
Featured Issue: Avengers #37
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Art Simek
It's the return of Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver. When Scarlet Witch arrives in Avengers Mansion without her brother, the Avengers spring into action to rescue Quicksilver. But all is not as it appears and soon the Avengers are at the mercy of Ixar and his Ultroids. Will the Avengers be able to rescue their team mate, or will they share his fate?
Featured Issue: Avengers #36
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Sam Rosen
Once again the Avengers must square off against the Living Laser. This time however, the Living Laser has turned his sights on the small South American country of Costa Verde. With Wasp as his prisoner, the other Avengers must act quickly to save their teammate and protect this innocent nation from the machinations of the Living Laser!
Featured Issue: Avengers #35
Writer: Roy Thomas Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Sam Rosen
A bank robbery takes an unexpected turn when the Avengers show up. On seeing the beautiful Wasp, Arthur Parks, the Living Laser, falls instantly in love and will stop at nothing to win her heart. Can the Avengers stand against the power of love?
Featured Issue: Avengers #34
Writer: Stan Lee Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Art Simek
A special meeting of current and former Avengers decides to offer a membership to Spider-Man. After a rocky start, the Avengers send the Webcrawler on a mission to find the Hulk who has been seen in New York. How will Spidey manage to deal with the strongest hero in the Marvel Universe?
Featured Issue: Amazing Spider-Man Annual #3
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Mike Esposito Layouts: John Romita Letterer: Art Simek
With Captain America a prisoner of the Sons of the Serpent, the Avengers must choose what side they are one. Will they abandon their principles to save their friend or will they stand against hatred, bigotry and tyranny? Once again our mighty heroes face tough choices. Are they up to the challenge?
Featured Issue: Avengers #33
Writer: Stan Lee Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers face off against the insidious Sons of the Serpent. When the Sons attack Goliath's new assistant, Bill Foster, our heroes decide that this group of hate mongers have to go.
Featured Issue: Avengers #32
Writer: Stan Lee Artist: Don Heck Letterer: Art Simek
Now that the Avengers have determined Goliath's location, the team is in hot pursuit to find and help their wayward companion. Little do they know that Goliath is on his own adventure deep beneath the surface. Can Goliath save his friend Dr. Anton? Will the Keeper of the Flame triumph? Will the world as we know it survive? You'll have to listen to find out...
Featured Issue: Avengers #31
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Giacoia Letterer: Art Simek
As Goliath struggles to come to terms with his new condition, he decides to chase after a former professor in hopes of obtaining a cure. Meanwhile, after locating Black Widow, Hawkeye rushes off to confront her and her allies on hopes of redeeming himself for his past failings.
Featured Issue: Avengers #30
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Giacioa Letterer: Sam Rosen
With two of their original number having returned to the team, things should be looking up, but reality couldn't be further from the truth. Goliath is unable to change size and is forced to remain 10 ft tall. Meanwhile, Hawkeye's former lover, the Soviet superspy Black Widow has returned, throwing the young Avenger's world into utter turmoil. Can the team weather these latest storms, or will these trials prove too much for even Earth's mightiest heroes?!
Featured Issue: Avengers #29
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Giacoia Letterer: Sam Rosen
This week we welcome Giant-Man back to the Avengers! When Wasp fails to return as scheduled, a worried Dr. Hank Pym contacts his former teammates in an effort to find his beloved. Little do the heroes realize that Wasp has been taken captive by the Collector and his aid the Beetle. Will the Avengers be able to free Wasp from her captivity or will they become one of the Collector's prizes?!
Featured Issue: Avengers #28
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Ray Letterer: Art Simek
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe hurtles towards the much anticipated Avengers: Infinity War, the mysterious Infinity Stones have played an increasingly important role in these films. But far from being a creation of Hollywood, the Infinity Gems (as they are known in the comics) have been a part of the Marvel Universe since the early 1970's. As some of the most powerful artifacts out there, the Stones have played a major role in shaping the very fabric of the Marvel Universe, going so far as to have not one, but three different events surrounding them. Some Assembly Required consolidates over 40 years of comics continuity into something a little easier to digest. Join us and prepare for the coming of Thanos and The Infinity War.
Recorded Live at Tidewater Comicon 2017
While Hawkeye faces off against an unnamed foe, his fellow Avengers are in a life and death struggle against the villainous Attuma. Will Hawkeye come to their rescue, or are the Avengers doomed to a watery grave?! Will Earth be saved from the ever rising tide or will humanity be washed away?
Featured Issue: Avengers #27
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Ray Letterer: Art Simek
When one of their own is captured by the barbarian Attuma, the Avengers rush off to save Wasp from certain doom! But with Hawkeye AWOL will the team be able to stand against Attuma's fury? Captured and deprived of life giving air, what chance to our heroes stand against the might of their captor. First part of a three issue arc that heralds the return of two original Avengers to the team.
Featured Issue: Avengers #26
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Frank Ray Letterer: Sam Rosen
Dr. Doom faces off against...The Avengers?! In an attempt to strike fear into the Fantastic Four, Doom attempts to destroy the Avengers. Will he manage to take down our heroes, or will his plans crumble before him?
Featured Issue: Avengers #25
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
The Avengers must now face off against the unstoppable armies of Kang the Conqueror! How long can these heroes survive against such overwhelming odds? And what surprises await when Kang's commanders turn against him?!
Featured Issue: Avengers #24
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
With Captain America having left the team, the remaining three Avengers struggle to determine their path forward. Unfortunately for them, the mighty conqueror from the year 4000, Kang, won't give them the time they so desperately need. Sensing the weakness in his enemies, Kang intends to finish the Avengers one and for all, cementing his place as the greatest conqueror in all history!
Featured Issue: Avengers #23
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: John Romita Letterer: Sharigail
The Avengers have hit rock bottom! After the repeated disasters of last issue, the team has been ordered by the courts to disband. As the team members go their separate ways, what will become of them? Will they be able to clear their names, or is this truly the end of the Avengers?
Featured Issue: Avengers #22
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Wally Wood Letterer: Art Simek
As the Avengers settle in to their new routine, tensions begin to mount between the teammates. A new evil is lurking in the lair of an old enemy! The mighty Avengers will soon discover that a former foe is pulling the strings in a dastardly plot to ruin the Avenger's good name. Will the heroes be able to save themselves and their reputation?
Featured Issue: Avengers #21
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Wally Wood Letterer: Art Simek
As Captain America plummets to his death will his teammates be able to save him in time?! The swashbuckling Swordsman is taken under the wing of the terrifyingly powerful Mandarin. What does this new villainous alliance mean from the mighty Avengers? Answers lie in this astonishing new episode!
Featured Issue: Avengers #20
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Wally Wood Letterer: Art Simek
The swashbuckling Swordsman pays The Avengers a visit! Will this ghost from Hawkeye's past bring glad tidings, or does his arrival have a more ominous tone? Captain America finally receives a response from Nick Fury, but is it the answer he has been waiting for?
Featured Episode: Avengers #19
Writer: Stan Lee Artist: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Art Simek
When The Avengers race off to help the Sin-Cong underground, are they really racing into a trap?! Who is the mountain of a man that is The Commissar and what does he want with our heroes? Do they have what it takes to defeat this larger than life opponent?
Featured Issue: Avengers #18
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Art Simek
The first issue with a brand new team of Avengers! As our heroes attempt to follow Iron Man's advice they find themselves face to face with the mighty Minotaur of legend! Can these inexperienced young heroes hold their ground, or will they fall before they even get started?
Featured Issue: Avengers #17
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
While Captain America is in South America, the remaining Avengers face off with The Masters of Evil. With The Masters quickly defeated, their lives quiet down and some of The Avengers begin to think it's time they had a break. Soon the hunt is on for replacement Avengers. Who are these new comers and what will this mean for the team?
Featured Issue: Avengers #16
Writer: Stan Lee Artist: Dick Ayers Layouts: Jack Kirby Letterer: Art Simek
Just as The Avengers settle down to enjoy some peace and quiet, The Masters of Evil decide that it is time to strike! With Rick Jones kidnapped and the team under assault from all directions, how will the might Avengers prevail? One of the Masters of Evil won't survive this issue, but you'll have to tune in to find out which one!
Featured Issue: Avengers #15
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Mike Esposito Letterer: Sam Rosen
When The Avengers find out that Wasp has only 48 hours to live, they are dependent on Dr. Svenson to save her. But when the doctor is not what he appears to be, Wasp isn't the only one at risk. Can The Avengers save their teammate and the Earth all at the same time?
Featured Issue: Avengers #14
Writer: Stan Lee & Larry Lieber Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Chic Stone Letterer: Sam Rosen
After stopping a mob heist, little do The Avengers know that they have incurred the wrath of Count Nefaria, head of The Maggia. Using the cover of a charity event, the wily Count manages to turn the whole country against The Avengers. Can The Avengers save themselves and their reputation? After this issue ends, the team will never be the same again!
Featured Issue: Avengers #13
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Art Simek
Our heroes find themselves in the middle of a world spinning out of control, literally! As the devious Mole Man tries to have his revenge on the surface world, The Avengers must find and rescue one of their own. Only the most stalwart of heroes will prevail!
Featured Issue: Avengers #12
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
When one of their own goes missing, The Avengers assemble to discuss their next move. With the aid of Spider-Man, our heroes soon head to South America. Little do they know they are walking into a trap set by none other than Kang the Conqueror!
Featured Issue: Avengers #11
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Chic Stone Letterer: Sam Rosen
When The X-Men are summoned by Professor X to Europe, they never expected they'd encounter The Mighty Avengers! Two of the most powerful teams in the whole Marvel Universe come head to head. Will cooler heads prevail, or will our heroes come to blows? And who is this man being hunter by Professor X, the mysterious Lucifer.
Some Assembly Required also welcomes it's first guest, Andrew Piovane.
Featured Issue: X-Men #9
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Chic Stone Letterer: Sam Rosen
Say it isn't so! When faced with their latest foe, The Avengers must deal with the loss of one of their own. Will Captain America best lost once again to merciless time? Will the Masters of Evil and their new ally Immortus defeat our heroes once and for all?
Featured Issue: Avengers #10
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
Once again the Mighty Avengers face off against the Masters of Evil! This time our heroes are joined by a new comer, Wonder Man. But how much do The Avengers really know about their new comrade? What they don't know might just be their undoing!
Featured Issue: Avengers #9
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Don Heck Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Art Simek
Behold Kang, Conqueror from the year 3000! How will our team of steadfast heroes stand up to a man armed with technology from more than 1000 years in the future?! Only the bravest and most incredible heroes would even think about facing such a foe, but the Avengers are not your run of the mill heroes.
Featured Issue: Avengers #8
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen
Bolstered by the membership of the Asgardians Enchantress and Executioner, the Masters of Evil once again strike against the Might Avengers. But are our heroes powerful enough to face off against one of their own? And will Captain America finally have his revenge against the nefarious Baron Zemo?
Featured Issue: Avengers #7
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Chic Stone Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers face off against their most dangerous foe yet, the Masters of Evil lead by Baron Zemo! Will this team of super villains have what it takes to defeat the Avengers? The team finds themselves in a "sticky" situation and we finally learn who is responsible for the death of Bucky, all those years ago.
Featured Issue: Avengers #6
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Chic Stone Letterer: Sam Rosen
The Avengers face the Lava Men and their terrifying weapon, the Living Rock. When Thor is taken out of the fight, how will our heroes manage to win the day and save the Earth from impending doom and the invasion of the Lava Men?!
Featured Issue: Avengers #5
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Paul Reinman Letterer: Sam Rosen
In our very first two issue adventure, the Avengers meet up with the Fantastic Four. The Hulk battles The Thing while the Avengers are hot on his trail! Will our heroes make it in time to save this beloved hero, or has Clobberin' Time finally come for the Thing.
Featured Issues: Fantastic Four #25 & #26
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: George Bell Letterers: Sam Rosen (FF #25) & Art Simek (FF #26)
Namor attempts to take his revenge, while The Avengers add a new team member, Captain America. Will Cap prove up to the challenge? Will Namor finally triumph? You'll have to listen to find out.
Featured Issue: Avengers #4
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: George Roussos Letterer: Art Simek
The Avengers do battle with their former ally, Hulk, and Prince Namor, The Sub-Mariner! How will our heroes overcome this indomitable duo?
Featured Issue: Avengers #3
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Paul Reinman Letterer: Sam Rosen
Our newly formed team launches into an epic battle with the Space Phantom! Can the Avengers survive being thrown in and out of Limbo, or will our heroes succumb to suspicion and infighting? Will the team tear itself apart before reaching it's full potential?
Featured Issue: Avengers #2
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Paul Reinman Letterer: Art Simek
In our first episode, Loki attempts to defeat his nemesis, Thor. Instead of gaining the day, Loki manages to form a team of heroes that will become known as the Avengers!
Featured Issue: Avengers #1
Writer: Stan Lee Penciller: Jack Kirby Inker: Dick Ayers Letterer: Sam Rosen