Marvel's Hawkeye: A former circus marksman, Hawkeye was inspired by Iron Man to become a superhero. After a brief stint as a criminal, he soon proved himself as an Avenger, going on to lead the West Coast team.

Black Widow: Natasha Romanoff was a Soviet spy when she first met the Avengers, enlisting Hawkeye to help her defeat Iron Man. She would eventually defect, and use her keen combat skills as an Avenger herself.