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The first issue of the 1983 Hawkeye limited series, titled \"Listen to the Mockingbird,\" features Clint Barton, also known as Hawkeye, in a seemingly good place. He has a new job, a new high-tech rocket sled, and a new girlfriend named Sheila Danning. However, things take a turn for the unexpected when Hawkeye encounters a mysterious woman named Mockingbird.
The issue also features a flashback where Hawkeye recounts his origin story to Sheila. We learn about his time at a carnival and how he became a skilled archer.
Here are some key details about the comic:
Script: Mark GruenwaldArt: Mark Gruenwald (pencils), Brett Breeding (inks & embellishes)Cover: Mark Gruenwald and Brett BreedingGuest Star: Mockingbird
This issue is significant because it marks the first meeting between Hawkeye and Mockingbird, who would become a recurring love interest and teammate for Hawkeye. The issue also delves into Hawkeye\'s backstory and introduces some new elements to his character.