Avengers West Coast #70
In "The Big One! [The Pacific Overlords Part I]," Spider-Woman flees the government's pursuit and lands in California, only to be ambushed by two mysterious, super-powered Pacific Overlords during a strange nighttime boat arrival. With the Avengers West Coast still regrouping after their recent overhaul, they answer her distress call and follow the trail to a hidden base guarded by a giant toddler packing concussive strength—uncovering a sinister scheme tied to the enigmatic Dr. Demonicus. Written by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, with art by Steven Butler and inks by Danny Bulanadi, this 1991 issue features a cover by Tom Morgan and delivers a tense, action-packed start to a high-stakes arc.
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On the run from the government, Spider-Woman has made it to California when suddenly, she is attacked by two super powered Pacific Overlords as she investigates a boat pulling into dock with no running lights. Even with the Avengers West trying to pull themselves together from their recent reformat, they respond to Spider-Woman's plea for help. The team tracks down the Overlord's base and finds it is guarded by a giant toddler with concussive powers. They also learn that Dr. Demonicus is behind the plot.
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