Wonder Man and Beast watch a movie, then debate why society reveres heroes. Wonder Man is confused by the public’s fascination, while Beast suggests people crave heroes to escape their mundane lives—proving his point with a dazzling street stunt. Back at the mansion, security coils trap them unexpectedly. They escape, only to discover technician Scott Lang installing new systems. Tony Stark and Agent Gyrich explain new security protocols. Gyrich demands the Avengers reduce to seven members, controversially naming Falcon. Quicksilver collapses, followed by Scarlet Witch. Dr. Blake diagnoses a strange state: neither alive nor dead. Meanwhile, a mysterious man manipulates magical wooden figures of them.
Key Details
-Debut of Scott Lang, who will eventually take on the mantle of the second Ant-Man.
-Updated Avengers lineup: Captain America, Iron Man, Beast, Vision, Scarlet Witch, Falcon, and Wasp.
