Marvel Masterworks: The Avengers #22
In "Who's That Lady?", Lt. Monica Rambeau steps into a new destiny after a catastrophic explosion at an offshore oil rig grants her powerful energy abilities. Written by Roger Stern and illustrated by John Romita Jr. with inks by John Romita, this pivotal issue captures her transformation from a dedicated harbor patrol officer to the superhero Captain Marvel. With her powers surging and her body overwhelmed, she seeks help at the Baxter Building—only to find Mr. Fantastic gone, leading her to Avengers Mansion and a crucial moment with Iron Man, who helps her regain control. The cover, by Al Milgrom, captures the intensity of her journey.
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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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