Avengers #355 1992

Avengers #355, published by Marvel in October 1992, features the full first appearance of the villainous team known as the Gatherers, including Swordsman, Proctor, Cassandra, Sloth, and Magdalene. The story sees the Gatherers attempting to destroy the Black Panther to keep the Coal Tiger alive. This issue is also notable for the debut of Sersi's new costume and the burgeoning romance between Sersi and the Black Knight, adding significant character development to the team's dynamic.