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When the Falcon reaches out to the Black Panther for help in unlocking his own potential, a wave of doubt spreads across the nation as mysterious TV ads cast shadows on Captain America’s integrity. Just as Cap closes in on the Tumbler, the villain collapses—leaving the star-spangled hero suddenly facing a charge no one saw coming.

In the wake of Captain America’s arrest, the media swirls with scandal as Quentin Harderman and Moonstone exploit the chaos. While Falcon and the Black Panther race to complete the new flying rig, Leila’s sudden disappearance draws them into a dangerous mystery tied to the enigmatic Stoneface.

In "Bust-Out!", Captain America is sprung from prison by a seemingly loyal force that’s actually working for the villainous Quentin Harderman. With the Falcon and Black Panther racing to save Leila from Stoneface, the heroes must navigate betrayal and chaos as the Falcon tracks down Cap—only to be overwhelmed by Moonstone’s sudden strike.

In "Believe It or Not: The Banshee!", Captain America and Falcon track a lead to Nashville, only to clash with the enigmatic Banshee. There, they encounter Cyclops, Professor X, and Marvel Girl, who reveal a shocking connection between the mysterious faction hunting Captain America and a larger campaign against mutants.

In "The Sins of the Secret Empire!" from Captain America and The Falcon: Secret Empire, Captain America and Falcon, evading S.H.I.E.L.D., team up with the X-Men to uncover a conspiracy. Posing as ordinary workers, they infiltrate the Secret Empire’s ranks to steal a crucial device, only to find themselves drawn deeper into a web of deception.

In "It's Always Darkest...!", Captain America and Falcon, aided by the X-Men, launch a daring infiltration of the Secret Empire's hidden base—only to uncover a shocking cache of kidnapped mutants. As they fight to free the captives, they're overwhelmed by the Empire's devastating Atomic Annihilator, plunging them into a desperate struggle.

In "...Before the Dawn!", Captain America and Falcon race against time as the Secret Empire’s plan to seize control of the U.S. reaches its peak. With help from Gabe Jones and Peggy Carter, the heroes confront the mastermind behind the conspiracy—only to face a shocking revelation when Cap unmasks the leader, a high-ranking politician whose choice in that final moment echoes the weight of the nation’s moral compass.

In "Captain America Must Die!", Jo and the Falcon help Captain America confront the weight of his past as he grapples with a choice that will redefine his future. Facing memories and the echoes of his ideals, he must decide what kind of hero he can still be.