Avengers #88 🔑

1st Appearance - Psyklop

Avengers Vol. 1 #88, published in May 1971, is a standout issue written in part by legendary sci-fi author Harlan Ellison, alongside Roy Thomas, adapting Ellison’s short story “The Brain-Child”. The result is a tense, mind-bending science fiction tale about manipulation, destiny, and forced evolution.

In this issue, the Avengers confront Egghead once again—but the real threat comes in the form of Carlo Zota, a 21st-century scientist who uses time travel and genetic engineering to create the terrifying Brain-Child, a young boy mutated into a hyper-evolved, dangerously unstable telepath.

With appearances by Captain America, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Iron Man, this story mixes traditional superhero action with thought-provoking sci-fi and psychological depth—reflecting the maturing tone of early 1970s Marvel.

🔗 Source: Marvel Fandom Wiki – Avengers Vol 1 #88

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🔥 Why You Need This Comic:

• 🧠 Written by Harlan Ellison, adapted from his own science fiction short story

• 🧬 Features the Brain-Child, a unique Marvel antagonist with psychic powers

• ⏳ Time travel and genetic manipulation give this issue a classic sci-fi edge

• ✍️ Co-written by Roy Thomas, art by Sal Buscema

• 💥 A highly collectible and intellectually rich Bronze Age Marvel one-shot

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🎯 Perfect For:

• Fans of sci-fi infused Marvel storytelling

• Collectors of Harlan Ellison crossovers and adaptations

• Readers interested in telepathic villains and futuristic morality tales

• Investors looking for self-contained key issues with literary pedigree

Writer/s: Roy Thomas
Letterer/s: Mike Stevens and Shelly Leferman
Inker/s: Frank Giacoia and Jim Mooney
Cover Artist/s: Sal Buscema
Interior Artist/s: Sal Buscema

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