A-Next – Marvel – 1998–1999 – Volume 1 – Ongoing Series – #1–12

Quick Summary: Set in the MC2 universe (Earth-982), this series follows the next generation of Earth's Mightiest Heroes. Written by Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz, the story begins when the original Avengers' disbanded headquarters is reactivated to stop a plot by Loki. The team features legacy heroes including Stinger (Cassie Lang), Thunderstrike (Kevin Masterson), and American Dream. The series is notable for introducing Hope Pym (the Red Queen) and exploring the "Last Days" of the original Avengers.