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It's used in the following context, "Who are you supposed to be? Hawkingbird?"

Not official, but I like it...

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#4 kicked ass. 'nuff said.

Well, not enough said, but that would have sufficed.

Even though I'll enjoy when Cap, Tony and Jessica leave the comic, I don't mind them being around right now. The first six issues acting as the "Young Avengers *real* first night" (as in not really the first, but the first one that counts) is cool, and I like how the adults have been forced to see Kang's point and help him.

The more I read, the more Asgardian seems like my favorite, even though we barely know anything about him. Seeing him doing the pull-ups in the background when they were in the cell was cool, and said more about the character than we knew.

Kate Bishop is a pretty groovy character too, and I'm finding myself enjoying the bickering b/t her and Patriot even though the wrong bit of dialogue could verge on the cliche. Yet, Heinberg is smart enough to steer the conversations to where we're entertained.

Iron Lad is still just a kick-ass cool concept. It does look like his days might be numbered (I'll cede that), but I hope some semblance of him remains, even if the Vision (one of my all time faves) takes over his role in the series. As you can tell, the more involvement of the Vision in any capacity, though, the better.

So, Hulking is a shape-changer? Cool! NOW THEN...speculation: where did he get his powers? Could he be a SKRULL? Leftover from the Kree/Skrull Wars (or some type of connection to it). What other shape-changers are there in Avengers history?

I like Asgardian coming to his rescue and the two knowing about each other too. Whether as a couple or as friends, there friendship/bond already comes off as strong, as does their willingness to cut Patriot some slack when he's a jerk and stick by Iron Lad when they're unsure of what to do.

Still lovin' the series.

Space Phantoms!

Of course! D'oh!

Personally, I think "Hawkingbird" is a ridiculous name - it's a nickname at best. My guess is they'll stick with a birdtype name, but not actually Hawkeye or Mockingbird.

My initial thought was that the Vision would end up inhabiting the Iron Lad armor - if that happens at least he'd be able to alter his appearance to something akin to his classic look (if not duplicate it outright). I hope they don't reboot his personality though or else what'd be the point? (it's also already happened once (or twice))

It might very well be Mockingbird. From what I understand this girl has a mouth on her.

I really like Asgardian's look and in general the whole feel of the team. I wish the 'New Adademy X-Men' teen team book were this fun and cool.

I LOVE THIS BOOK.

# 4 was great. What a dillemma Cap, Iron Man and Jewel are in.

And you can't help but feel for the kids.

Seeing Hulkling's true form was a shock. Yeah, Asgardian and he are an item for sure.

Loving "Hawkingbird", she's one brave, resourceful lass.

I'm so glad I tried this comic. I really like these guys. And gals.

I just read the first 4 issues from a bud who has kept telling me how awesome this is...and he is right. I love it.

The art is great. The story is good & fun. Feels more like the Avengers have in a long time. I wanted some progression with the Avengers as a whole but keeping the tradition and respect of the team. I don't mind seeing Scarlet Witch, Hank Pym, Wasp and some others move on/retire, etc. If we got cool new young heroes with ties to the Avengers I was all for it. Sadly the Avengers got rid of the old guard to replace with a seventies Bendis love fest.

This comes through for me which I am sure is what Marvel was planning. This wins back the old school Avengers fans. I am lucky my bud said he will let me read all of his but i will still get the trades cause this is just so darn good.

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... with the penultimate issue of the series opening arc, 'Sidekicks'. Another winner, with an eyebrow-raising cliffhanger. A favorite 'old' Avenger appears (and then disappears?)... another revelation about one of the Young Avengers is made... and a couple of personal connections are made (at least potentially).

It was heartening to see the VISION rise from Iron Lad's discarded armor... surely he'll be playing a more prominent role next issue, as the few panels he appeared in this issue was just enough to tantalize.

I'm a bit disappointed in the revelation about Asgardian. It's clever enough-- and in keeping with the disclosure about Hulkling. A spellcaster and a shapechanger *do* make a good team. I just miss Thor and Marvel's Asgard and was hoping that this likeable young character would fit into that legacy. 'Magic' still could, but for me, personally, it's very much a letdown. I'm just not a fan of sorcerer-heroes, in most instances. But I like Billy-- if it turns out the lightning is a separate power from the spellcasting, I'll be a little happier. I'd be pretty surprised if that were the case. Ah, well... this development will please lots of other folk, probably.

Cassie kisses Iron Lad, while Patriot and Kate have a more... vocal meeting of the minds. Good pairs, the both (four?) of them. I'm looking forward to the romantic twists and turns.

It would be cool if Asgardian's magic is Druid (as in Dr. Druid) related?!!!

I STILL LOVE THIS BOOK.

Another issue knocked clear out of the ballpark.

Can't rave enough about it.

I **love** these kids. All of 'em.

This is Marvel's best comic and in my top five. #5 was no different and another A+.

Todd, as you said, I'm one of those people who thought the revelation about Asgardian was pretty cool. I like magic based super-heroes, and this was another cool shocker. And further insight to the friendship/relationship b/t Hulking and Asgardian!

The Iron Lad and Cassie scenes were nice too. Cassie is a very likeable character, and she shines here.

Vision. YES. Really...YES.

Great scenes with Patriot and Kate too. All around, another solid, excellent issue. I wish it was weekly

While I still really like this book, I wish they'd move this Kang story along - it seems to be dragging to me. Part of my impatience is surely due to the fact that I want to find out more about these kids, their history etc., but what we've been let in on so far is pretty cool.

After this adventure is over, I have to wonder if Hulkling is going to bother keeping the "Hulk" form as his default since he can be anything.

And is it me, or is Asgardian starting to seem more like their Scarlet Witch rather than their Thor? I hope we're given a real explanation for his reality warping powers before .... well, you know...

Definitely my favorite Marvel title at the moment. Just read #5 and, though a quick read, it was enjoyable. Unlike House of M.

So, is Hulkling a Skrull or not? I read something about this issue that basically put it out there it was a given but I don't recall that being revealed.

Great issue! This is also my favorite Marvel title (among the very, VERY few Marvel titles I even consider picking up)

Refresh my memory, were the Skrulls shape changers? I can't recall.

Skrulls? Yup. Shape-changing aliens. But, if that was put out in this issues... well, I missed it.

If Hulking happens to be one of the kids of a Skrull/human pairing (i collected a mini about this in the 90s) it would be cool.

Asgardian? I like him. I wanted him to be asian? Only cause he looked asian to me in the promo art and still does! Plus a young asian-american dressed like Thor I think is pretty cool & unique.

Spell caster? hmm like I said if they tie him to druids it would be cool. Not sure if I like it too much. Reminded me of Wanda actually. hard to define powers but it was cool.

Great issue. I do love Cassie Lang. Marvel almost made up for killing her dad by introducing her. Vision in yet a new body? cool...he has such a complicated history it really doesn't matter at this point that he inhibits the armor of a young kang from the future. doh! and has everybody in the Marvel Universe brainwaves.

I am glad the Vision is in this title. Yes the best Marvel title.

Take big note of the YA9 cover (SPOILERS AHOY)

Oh, and Cassie\'s codename is revealed in the She-Hulk solicit.

Yay Iron Lad isn't dead!!

Ummmm.... that's a joke, right

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...I hope not...

I like, er, young!Kang. And he's on the cover... so... yes. Let me be delusional.

He's not on the cover, Miss/Mrs/Ms/Mis/Mirs/Mris/Mistress Delusional

I know. *sigh* Stupid Vision in Iron Lad's armor. Let me be delusional, damn it!!

Hmm...I wonder if Marvel is cooking up a Runaways/Young Avengers/New X-Men crossover? Maybe they could team up to babysit PowerPack?