Avengers
Avengers[edit | edit source]
The Avengers are a fictional team of superheroes appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team made its debut in The Avengers #1, created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist/co-plotter Jack Kirby. The Avengers are known for their battle cry, "Avengers Assemble!"
History[edit | edit source]
The Avengers were created as a response to the success of DC Comics' Justice League. The original team consisted of Iron Man, Ant-Man, Hulk, Thor, and the Wasp. They were later joined by Captain America, who was discovered trapped in ice in The Avengers #4.
Formation[edit | edit source]
The team was formed when Loki, the Asgardian god of mischief, manipulated the Hulk into going on a rampage. This led to the formation of a team to stop him, which included Iron Man, Ant-Man, Wasp, and Thor. They eventually discovered Loki's involvement and defeated him, deciding to remain together as a team.
Notable Storylines[edit | edit source]
- The Kree-Skrull War: A major storyline involving the Avengers caught in the middle of a war between the alien Kree and Skrull empires.
- Avengers Disassembled: A storyline where the team is torn apart by a series of tragic events orchestrated by the Scarlet Witch.
- Civil War: A crossover event where the Avengers are divided over the Superhuman Registration Act.
Members[edit | edit source]
The Avengers have had a rotating roster over the years, with many heroes joining and leaving the team. Some of the most notable members include:
- Iron Man (Tony Stark)
- Captain America (Steve Rogers)
- Thor (Thor Odinson)
- Hulk (Bruce Banner)
- Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff)
- Hawkeye (Clint Barton)
- Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff)
- Vision
Adaptations[edit | edit source]
The Avengers have been adapted into various media, including television series, animated films, and the highly successful Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Marvel Cinematic Universe[edit | edit source]
The Avengers are central to the MCU, with the first film, The Avengers, released in 2012. Directed by Joss Whedon, it brought together characters from previous MCU films, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and the Hulk.
Subsequent films include:
- Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Cultural Impact[edit | edit source]
The Avengers have become a cultural phenomenon, influencing various aspects of popular culture. They have inspired merchandise, video games, and have a significant fan following worldwide.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Lee, Stan; Kirby, Jack. The Avengers #1. Marvel Comics, 1963.
- "The Kree-Skrull War." The Avengers #89-97. Marvel Comics, 1971-1972.
External Links[edit | edit source]
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