Avengers #5 Venomized Marvel

Avengers #5, published in May 1964, presents "The Invasion of the Lava Men!" The issue sees the Avengers, including Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Giant-Man, and Wasp, confronting subterranean invaders who threaten the surface world. Following their recent battle with the Hulk, Captain America trains Rick Jones, who is prominently featured. This issue marks the first appearance of Jinku, the Lava Man witch doctor, and introduces the title's first letters page, making it a notable early Silver Age issue for collectors.