The issue features the first appearances of the Grandmaster and the Squadron Sinister (cameo), along with the first appearance of Kyle Richmond, who would later become a longtime member of the Defenders. A pivotal issue tying together Kang, time manipulation, and the broader cosmic chess game of the Marvel Universe.
Artists: Sal Buscema, Sam Grainger. Cover Artists: Sal Buscema & Sam Grainger. First appearance of The Grandmaster. First appearance of Kyle Richmond (later Nighthawk / Defenders). First cameo appearances of the Squadron Sinister.
Kang the Conqueror and the Growing Man. Beginning of a major time-spanning Avengers storyline. CGC Signature Series 8.0 (Very Fine). All graded comics ("slabs") are the exact items shown in photos. Please review photos carefully, as they are of the exact item you will receive.
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