The Avengers #121

In "Houses Divided Cannot Stand!", the Avengers race to stop a deadly threat tied to the World Trade Center, only to be thrown off course when Mantis nearly loses her life. As tensions rise, the team confronts a shocking revelation: Cornelius Van Lunt is the secret identity behind the Zodiac villain Taurus. Written by Steve Englehart and brought to life with dynamic art by John Buscema and Don Heck, this 1974 issue delivers a tense, character-driven showdown with a twist that reshapes the team’s understanding of their enemy. The cover by Ron Wilson and John Romita captures the moment’s intensity, a 20-cent comic that remains a standout in Marvel’s classic era.