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⭐ Key Issues

Civil War (2006) #1

Civil War (2006) #1

The opening issue of Marvel's landmark Civil War event by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven. The Superhuman Registration Act divides the Marvel Universe as Captain America and Iron Man lead opposing sides in a conflict that reshapes Marvel continuity for years. One of the best-selling Marvel events ever published.

Avengers (1963) #55

Avengers (1963) #55

First Appearance: Ultron — first full appearance

The first full appearance of Ultron, Marvel's most dangerous robotic villain. Created by Hank Pym, Ultron becomes one of the Avengers' greatest recurring enemies. A major Silver Age key — Ultron's profile has risen enormously with the MCU Age of Ultron film.

Avengers (1963) #57

Avengers (1963) #57

First Appearance: Vision (The Vision) — first appearance

The first appearance of the Vision, the synthezoid Avenger created by Ultron. Written by Roy Thomas with art by John Buscema. One of the most important Silver Age keys — Vision's story of becoming human and finding love with the Scarlet Witch is one of Marvel's greatest. High-grade copies command strong prices.

Tales to Astonish (1959) #62

Tales to Astonish (1959) #62

First Appearance: The Leader (Samuel Sterns)

First appearance of the Leader, the Hulk's arch-nemesis and one of Marvel's most dangerous super-villains. A key Silver Age issue from the early days of the Hulk's solo adventures.

Avengers (1963) #195

Avengers (1963) #195

First Appearance: Taskmaster — first cameo

The first cameo appearance of Taskmaster, the villain with the power to photographically mimic any fighter's moves. A key Bronze Age issue — Taskmaster appeared prominently in the MCU Black Widow film, driving collector interest significantly.

When Janet Van Dyne's father died, she convinced her father's associate Hank Pym to give her a supply of "Pym particles"; Pym also subjected her to a procedure which granted her the ability to, upon shrinking, grow wings and fire blasts of energy, which she called her "wasp's stings."

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