The Avengers discover part of the Red Zone's horrible secret, but their own government bars the way to the rest! Meanwhile, a new horror strikes the She-Hulk – at the hands of one of the Avengers' own!
The Red Zone spreads, and not even the Avengers are immune! But as bad as things are, they can always get worse – and it seems that's what the government wants!
Adversaries for years, the Falcon and Henry Gyrich are on the verge of fighting it out! What role will the sinister Scarecrow play in the unfolding drama?
In Eastern Europe, Thor and the Asgardians seek justice – but they may bring war instead, at least if Doctor Doom has his way! Iron Man and Captain America must salvage what they can from a standoff that could shatter the Avengers with a thunder god's hammer!