Avengers #52 🔑

1st Appearance - Grim Reaper

Avengers Vol. 1 #52, published in May 1968, is a major Silver Age key issue featuring the first appearance of the Grim Reaper (Eric Williams)—the vengeful brother of Simon Williams (Wonder Man). Driven by grief and twisted loyalty, the Grim Reaper blames the Avengers for his brother’s fate and launches a dark, calculated assault to bring them down.

This issue also marks a brief but powerful Black Panther solo moment, as he arrives at Avengers Mansion only to find the entire team unconscious—framed for murder. It's a turning point in T’Challa’s development and a key issue for fans tracking his early Avengers appearances.

Written by Roy Thomas and drawn by John Buscema, this story blends psychological depth, family drama, and classic supervillain strategy, making it a must-own for character collectors and MCU watchers alike.

🔗 Source: Marvel Fandom Wiki – Avengers Vol 1 #52

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🔥 Why You Need This Comic:

• ⚰️ First appearance of Grim Reaper (Eric Williams) – classic Avengers villain

• 🧬 Ties directly to Wonder Man’s origin and legacy

• 🐾 Major early Black Panther spotlight moment

• ✍️ Created by Roy Thomas and John Buscema – iconic Silver Age team

• 💥 One of the most emotionally charged early Avengers issues

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🎯 Perfect For:

• Collectors of first appearances of major Marvel villains

• Fans of Black Panther’s early history in the Avengers

• Readers who enjoy family-driven rivalries and dark motivations

• Investors looking for Silver Age keys with strong MCU ties (Grim Reaper teased in WandaVision)

Writer/s: Roy Thomas
Letterer/s: Sam Rosen
Inker/s: Vince Colletta
Cover Artist/s: John Buscema and Sam Rosen
Interior Artist/s: John Buscema

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