The fifth part of our Origins and Entry Points miniseries, in which we take a look at the heroic Avengers. The comics we will be looking at today include:

• Avengers vol. 3 #1-3 (1998) - Written by Kurt Busiek, illustrated by George Perez, inked by Al Vey, lettered by Richard Starkings and Comicraft, coloured by Tom Smith

• New Avengers #1-6 (2004-2005) - Written by Brian Michael Bendis, illustrated by David Finch, inked by Danny Miki, coloured by Frank D'Armata, lettered by Richard Starkings and Comicraft

You can buy these comics at most good comic stores or ask your local bookstore to try and order them. Alternatively, you can read these comics digitally via the Marvel Unlimited app, or the Comixology app via Amazon.

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