Captain Marvel: The Saga of Monica Rambeau #[nn]
In "Who's That Lady?", Monica Rambeau steps into her legacy as Captain Marvel after a life-altering incident at an offshore oil rig. Written by Roger Stern and illustrated by John Romita Jr., this pivotal issue follows her journey from New Orleans harbor patrol officer to powered hero, culminating in a high-stakes visit to Avengers Mansion where Iron Man helps her manage the volatile energy she absorbed. The cover by Rod Reis captures the moment of transformation with striking detail.
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Lt. Monica Rambeau of the New Orleans harbor patrol helps her grandfather's friend, Andre LeClare, after his former assistant used his research to create a weapon at an offshore oil rig. Rambeau causes the weapon to explode which gives her energy powers and she quits the harbor patrol to become the hero, Captain Marvel. Weeks later, the excess energy she absorbed at the oil rig has been building inside her. She travels to the Baxter Building to get Mr. Fantastic's help but, upon learning he is away, goes to Avengers Mansion where Iron Man is able to siphon off the dangerous excess energy.
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