This listing is for Avengers #288, published by Marvel Comics in early 1988, and features the 1st full team appearance of Heavy Metal, a group of robot villains assembled by the Super-Adaptoid.

The Heavy Metal team includes Machine Man, Sentry-459, TESS-One, Awesome Android, and Kraa the Unhuman. This issue was written by Walt Simonson and illustrated by John Buscema, showcasing a sharp Avengers lineup including Monica Rambeau (Captain Marvel), Thor, and She-Hulk.

📌 Condition: This copy is in Near Mint– (NM–) condition. Minor spine wear but strong visual appeal and crisp interior pages.

✅ Key Features:

• 1st team appearance of Heavy Metal (KEY)

• Super-Adaptoid-led villain team

• Avengers lineup includes Thor, Monica Rambeau, She-Hulk

• Written by Walt Simonson

• Art by John Buscema

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