1 Underrated Avenger Proves She’s Marvel’s Ultimate Vampire Hunter in BLOOD HUNT

With Steve Rogers and his Avengers prepare to face one of their most dangerous threats ever, as the “Blood Hunt” crossover unleashes a horde of bloodthirsty vampires upon the Marvel Universe, at least one surprising character is set to make a pivotal return: the powerful Jennifer Takeda, otherwise known as Hazmat.

Advanced solicitations for Avengers #14 have given readers their first glimpse of Hazmat, who is featured as part of a group shot of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, alongside Marvel mainstays including Steve Rogers, Hawkeye, Hercules, and Quicksilver. This marks one of Jennifer’s biggest opportunities yet, and there couldn’t be a better chance to show off her talents.

Hazmat has come a long way since her days in the Avengers Academy. She has solid control over her energy absorption and blast abilities now, making her an excellent choice to start melting some vampires.

Jennifer Takeda had a rough start as a hero. She was recruited to the Avengers Academy after developing radioactive abilities, but when she turned to Norman Osborne for help, she was experimented on instead. Her abilities became even more erratic and out of control, and by the time she joined the first Avengers Academy class, she was in a containment suit at all times. She is constantly absorbing radiation, toxic waste, and other hazardous materials until her body can no longer contain them, forcing her to release them in blasts, or risk a more violent explosion.

However, Hazmat has learned a lot since her time at the Academy. She no longer requires the containment suit all the time – a feat she credits mostly to meditation. She wields with an incredible amount of power, with much less risk, and that’s precisely what the Avengers will need going into the “Blood Hunt” event. In addition to forcefully releasing energy, Jennifer’s whole body can be a weapon under certain circumstances. This will make it difficult for vampires to even approach her – a feature that may prove her an invaluable member of the team in their fight against the vampire threat.

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Cap’s new team is unexpected, but they cover a lot of bases. They will have speed, strength, and plenty of quick minds on their side. Hazmat’s radioactive blasts add an element no one else on the roster possesses, and it’s unlikely that the vampires they’re facing will be prepared for the destructive energy she’s capable of unleashing. The Avengers are lucky to have Hazmat and her impressive abilities on their side as the “Blood Hunt” begins. As long as she keeps enough control not to be a danger to her team, she could become one of their heaviest hitters.

Avengers #14will be released on May 8, 2024 from Marvel Comics.