AVX tie-in! Thor leads a secret team of Avengers on a suicide mission to stop the Phoenix by any means necessary! Who is Minister Marvel, and why has he drawn the Phoenix to the Kree homeworld? The Avengers devise a way to save the Kree, but one man stands in their way: the original Captain Marvel, reborn to unite his people! Can Ms. Marvel and the Protector break free of Minister Marvel’s influence to aid their former companions? Plus: Can Hawkeye and Black Widow unmask the spy on their team in time to prevent tragedy?
COLLECTING: Secret Avengers 26-32
Dive into the action-packed world of Marvel's Secret Avengers with Volume 2, a thrilling collection of issues #26-32 penned by acclaimed comic book writer Rick Remender! This volume plunges the covert team of Avengers directly into the heart of the "Avengers vs. X-Men" (AVX) event, delivering a high-stakes narrative filled with desperate missions, shocking betrayals, and the resurrection of a cosmic legend. As the Phoenix Force threatens to consume Earth, Thor leads a hand-picked squad of Secret Avengers on a perilous and seemingly impossible mission: to stop the Phoenix by any means necessary. Their journey takes them to the Kree homeworld, where they encounter a mysterious figure known as Minister Marvel, who holds a strange influence over the Kree people and seems to be drawing the Phoenix to their planet. Just who IS Minister Marvel, and what are his true intentions? The Avengers must devise a plan to save the Kree from impending doom, but their efforts are complicated by the unexpected return of the original Captain Marvel, Mar-Vell, reborn and seemingly determined to unite his people, even if it means standing against Earth's mightiest heroes. Can Ms. Marvel (Sharon Ventura) and Protector (Noh-Varr), both former members of the Captain Marvel lineage, break free from Minister Marvel's sway and aid their former companions? Their allegiances will be tested as they grapple with their history and the fate of two worlds. But the threats aren't limited to cosmic forces and resurrected heroes. Back on Earth, Hawkeye and Black Widow find themselves embroiled in a dangerous game of espionage. A spy has infiltrated their ranks, and they must unmask the traitor before it's too late. Can they uncover the mole's identity before their team and everything they hold dear is destroyed from within? Rick Remender masterfully weaves together these disparate storylines, creating a gripping and suspenseful narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Expect plenty of twists, turns, and hard-hitting action as the Secret Avengers push themselves to their limits to save the world, and maybe even the universe. This Secret Avengers volume not only delivers punch-in-the-gut action, but also explores the themes of legacy, sacrifice, and the burden of leadership, all wrapped up in stunning artwork that brings the cosmic battles and character drama to life. If you're a fan of high-octane superhero action with a touch of espionage and a heavy dose of cosmic craziness, Secret Avengers Volume 2 is a must-read addition to your collection!