Avengers Forever (1998) 9

"Break: The Reflections of the Conqueror" Plot by Kurt Busiek and Roger Stern. Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Carlos Pacheco. Inks by Jesús Merino. Cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesús Merino. After narrowly escaping the destruction of Chronopolis six issues ago, Kang retreated to his secret hideaway. And now the Conqueror spends his time pondering his life's history. And what a lengthy and complex history it is! From his early days as the Pharaoh Rama-Tut to his inaugural battle vs. the Avengers. From his first meeting with Ravonna to his quest for the Celestial Madonna. It's an incredibly journey thru the Marvel Universe! And at its end, the Conqueror reaches one absolute conclusion: he will not become Immortus! And if that means allying himself with the seven time-lost Avengers -- he will. Origin of Kang. Cameo appearances by Rick Jones and the Supreme Intelligence. Flashback cameos by the Fantastic Four, Doctor Doom, Grandmaster, Tempus, Alioth, Immortus, He Who Remains, and the Time-Keepers. (Note: This issue was reprinted in 2001 in the trade paperback: Marvel's Finest Avengers Forever.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.99.