Avengers: The Initiative #3
In "Bug Hunt," the recruits of Avengers: The Initiative push through intense training, with Dani supporting Trauma as he confronts his fears, Hardball encountering a shadowy figure who knows too much, and Komodo facing a dangerous test involving nanotechnology designed to strip Spider-Man and three deadly foes of their powers. Written by Dan Slott and illustrated by Stefano Caselli, with colors by Daniele Rudoni and letters by Virtual Calligraphy and Joe Caramagna, this issue blends personal struggles with high-stakes action. The cover by Jimmy Cheung and John Dell captures the tension of a team on the edge.
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The recruits continue to train under the guidance of established heroes. Dani agrees to help Trauma with his fear based powers. Hardball meets a mysterious stranger in a bar who seems to know an awful lot about his personal life. Komodo is singled out to take new power inhibiting nanotechnolgy and try and strip Spider-Man and three of his deadly foes of their powers. Spider-Man escapes but the new Scarlet Spiders help take down the trio of villains.
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