Avengers (1998 3rd Series) #23
"Showdown" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by George Pérez. Inks by Al Vey. Cover by George Pérez. The Avengers' mind-blowing battle vs. Ultron is over. Earth's Mightiest Heroes have survived and returned to their mansion to rest and recover. But during the final confrontation in Slorenia, the Vision confessed that he still loves the Scarlet Witch. Oh boy, there's just one big problem with his admission: Wanda and Simon are a couple now. Can this situation be resolved peacefully? Or will the Vision and Wonder Man do battle (like they did years ago in the classic Avengers 158)? Wanda hopes for the former; history suggests the latter. Cameo appearances by Jarvis, Carnivore, Conquest, Decay, Stonecutter, and the Juggernaut. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Firestar, Giant-Man, Iron Man, Justice, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wonder Man, and the Wasp. (Notes: During this time period, the Avengers appear in the Galactus the Devourer (1999) limited series. This issue features a gatefold cover with ads. This story was reprinted in 2006 in the hardcover: Avengers Assemble #3. The hardcover collects issues #23 thru #34.) 40 pages. Cover price $1.99.