Captain America – Marvel – 1998–2002 – Volume 3 – Ongoing Series – #1–50

Quick Summary: Part of the "Heroes Return" event, this volume brings Steve Rogers back to the main Marvel Universe (Earth-616) after the events of Heroes Reborn. The series is defined by a back-to-basics approach to superheroics, initially helmed by the fan-favorite team of Mark Waid and Ron Garney. Significant storylines include the "Live Kree or Die" crossover, the introduction of Protocide, and the "America Lost" arc. This volume also features the return of Sharon Carter as a central supporting character and occasional Director of S.H.I.E.L.D.