Why it's Hot:
- 1st team appearance of Zodiac Cartel: Scorpio, Taurus, Libra, Pisces, Gemini, Aries, Capricorn, Leo, Sagittarius, Cancer, Virgo, Aquarius
- Cover Art by Sal Buscema
- White Pages
Synopsis:
When three officials go missing, the Avengers receive a call from Dum Dum Dugan revealing Scorpio as the culprit. Rick Jones, having also encountered Scorpio, shares a dropped list that ties into the villain’s plans. After a sabotage trap knocks them unconscious, the Avengers awaken as prisoners of Zodiac—an elite group bent on global domination. But Scorpio reveals himself to be Nick Fury in disguise, having faked his death to infiltrate the cartel. With help from Rick and Fury, the Avengers thwart Zodiac’s plan, though the villains escape. Captain America offers Rick a sidekick role, but Rick declines due to his secret link with Captain Marvel.
