Secret Invasion
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Published in 2008 by Marvel Comics, 'Secret Invasion' was a major crossover event written by Brian Michael Bendis with art by Leinil Francis Yu. The storyline spanned multiple series and involved the revelation that the shape-shifting alien race known as the Skrulls had infiltrated Earth, replacing many of its superheroes with impostors over several years. The event explored themes of trust and paranoia as the heroes of the Marvel Universe struggled to identify friend from foe. Key characters included Iron Man, Spider-Man, Captain America, and the Skrull Queen, Veranke. The series had significant ramifications for the Marvel Universe, leading to the 'Dark Reign' storyline. 'Secret Invasion' was critically acclaimed for its suspenseful narrative and was a commercial success, influencing future Marvel storylines and adaptations. The event was collected in an eight-issue limited series, with numerous tie-ins across various Marvel titles.