Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #3
In "Marvel's Secret Artist," the heroes and villains clash in the first major battle of the Secret War, ending with the heroes capturing their foes—only for Doom to seize the moment and awaken Ultron to turn the tide. When the villains return, they’re forced to accept Doom as their reluctant leader. Meanwhile, the heroes secure a new base, but it’s quickly overrun by Magneto, who steals the Wasp. Amid the chaos, the Thing reverts to his true form as Ben Grimm—revealing a shocking twist in the midst of the conflict. Written by Jim Shooter and illustrated by Mike Zeck, with inks by John Beatty, colors by Christie Scheele, and letters by Joe Rosen, this 1985 UK edition features cover art by Mike Zeck and John Beatty.
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The heroes and villains engage in their first battle of the Secret War and the heroes win and take prisoners. Doom uses the time the villains are engaged to invade their base and revive Ultron to do his bidding. When the remaining villains return, they find Doom waiting and grudgingly agree to let him be their leader. The heroes find a base of their own only to have it invaded by Magneto who makes off with the Wasp. The Thing reverts to his human form of Ben Grimm.
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