Avengers Disassembled

Published in 2004 and written by Brian Michael Bendis with art by David Finch, 'Avengers Disassembled' is a pivotal storyline in the Marvel Comics universe. The arc spans issues #500-503 of 'The Avengers' and the 'Avengers Finale' one-shot. It marks the end of the long-running series and sets the stage for the 'New Avengers' series. The story begins with a series of catastrophic events that tear the Avengers apart from within. The team faces a series of attacks, including the destruction of the Avengers Mansion and the deaths of several members, including Hawkeye, Ant-Man (Scott Lang), and Vision. The chaos is revealed to be orchestrated by the Scarlet Witch, whose mental breakdown leads her to manipulate reality. This storyline had a significant impact on the Marvel Universe, leading to the disbandment of the Avengers and the formation of the New Avengers. It also explored themes of trust, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked power. The storyline was critically acclaimed for its dramatic narrative and character development.