The West Coast Avengers, Vol. 2 #83A (Marvel Comics 1992) Direct Edition

The West Coast Avengers, Vol. 2 #83A brings back the Hyena, a Golden Age villain from the 1940s, in a revenge-driven story targeting the original Human Torch. This 1992 Marvel Comics Direct Edition also features a guest appearance by Machine Man.

Inside the Issue

In “The Hyena’s Last Laugh,” the past catches up with the original Human Torch as the Hyena returns to settle an old score. The story is written by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, with artwork by Herb Trimpe.

• Title: The West Coast Avengers, Vol. 2 #83A
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Year: 1992
• Edition: Direct Edition
• Length: 32 pages
• Cover price: $1.25

Additional Preview Material

This issue includes a one-page pin-up preview for the next storyline, “Death Web,” which guest-stars Spider-Man. That added preview makes the issue especially relevant to readers following the series’ continuing story arc and its connections to other Marvel characters.

Choose this issue for its mix of West Coast Avengers action, Golden Age Marvel history, a Machine Man guest appearance, and a rare look ahead at the Spider-Man-featured “Death Web” storyline.