The Avengers, Vol. 1 #358A (Marvel Comics 1992) Direct Edition

The Avengers, Vol. 1 #358A continues The Gatherers Saga with “Arkon’s Asylum,” the first chapter of a two-part story featuring the return of Arkon, the Imperion of Polemachus. This 1992 Marvel Comics Direct Edition presents a cosmic crisis that brings Arkon, Thundra, and Astra to New York City—and puts Earth’s Mightiest Heroes on a collision course with the fate of an entire world.

Arkon’s Asylum: Part 1 of 2

Arkon’s energy rings are burning out of control, threatening all life on Polemachus. A renegade priest proposes human sacrifice as the answer, but Arkon rejects the plan—and so do the Avengers. After a titanic confrontation with the Prince of Power, a high priest teleports Arkon and his new allies back to Polemachus, setting the stage for the Avengers’ next encounter with destiny.

Issue Details

• Series: The Avengers, Vol. 1
• Issue: #358A
• Story arc: The Gatherers Saga, Part 8 of 18
• Story: “Arkon’s Asylum,” Part 1 of 2
• Script: Bob Harras
• Pencils and cover: Steve Epting
• Inks and cover: Tom Palmer
• Length: 36 pages
• Cover price: $1.25

The Avengers lineup includes Black Knight, Black Widow, Crystal, Hercules, Sersi, and the Vision. The issue also features cameo appearances by the Swordsman, Proctor, Magdalene, Cassandra, and Sloth. Arkon previously appeared in Avengers West Coast #75.