Marvel’s “The Avengers,” e.g. NYT crossword clue

The clue “Marvel’s ‘The Avengers,’ e.g.” from the New York Times The Mini crossword is asking for the type of media or genre that “The Avengers” originally belong to. While many people recognize “The Avengers” from blockbuster movies, their roots go back to illustrated storytelling — specifically, publications created by Marvel.

The correct answer is “COMIC.” “The Avengers” were first introduced in Marvel comic books, which are graphic narratives combining visuals and text to tell superhero stories. This clue highlights the origin of these characters before their expansion into film, television, and other forms of media.