Essential Ms. Marvel #1
In "This Woman, This Warrior!", Carol Danvers faces a dual threat as the newly awakened Destructor vows revenge on her for AIM, while the Scorpion breaks free from captivity. With her memory slipping and her mind haunted by blackouts, Carol turns to her friend Barnett—only to have a startling revelation surface during a hypnotic session. Written by Gerry Conway and brought to life with powerful art by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott, this essential issue blends high-stakes action with psychological tension. The cover by John Romita and Dick Giordano captures the intensity of a hero at war with both enemies and herself.
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Kerwin becomes the Destructor and promises to take down Ms. Marvel for AIM. Scorpion escapes from AIM's clutches. Carol, freaked out by her blackouts and lack of memory, visits her friend Barnett who discovers she is Ms. Marvel during a hypnotic session but fails to tell her. Ms. Marvel takes on Scorpion and Destructor.
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