1) Captain America
The literal flag bearer of the group, Captain America is the ultimate team leader because why be led by an actual god or some of the smartest men in the world when you can follow America. Capable of knowing the strengths and weaknesses of all of his teammates and where those skills would be best applied in any battle situation, caps ability to perceive the best strategy in every moment makes him perhaps the most valuable Avenger of all time. When you throw in, his seemingly endless enthusiasm and belief in his teammates once they've earned his trust cap easily becomes the Ultimate Avenger.
2) Iron Man
A war profiteering alcoholic whose inventions and technology have killed countless people, Tony Stark had a lot to overcome when he decided that he was going to save those he had put into danger. Luckily for us and the Avengers, he just happens to be the genius billionaire playboy philanthropist who created the suit of armor that turns him into Iron Man and he had a change of heart to go along with it. Along with our number one choice, he has most defined the direction of the group since the beginning Iron Man.
3) The Black Panther
Considered by many to be one of the most important comic book characters of all time, the Black Panther is often referenced as the first African-American superhero in mainstream comic books. Born into privilege and leadership, this future king left his homeland and joined the Avengers to prove himself a hero who was worthy of ruling his homeland. Loyal to a fault, the Black Panther's strong will and humble demeanor reflect his noble blood.
4) Thor
Another founding member of the group, Thor is a God who is once one of the most boastful beings in all of the nine realms that his people have helped to keep in harmony. Sent to Midguard or Earth as we call it to learn humility, the god of thunder discovered a love for Humanity then made him into one of its greatest protectors. When he found a team of people whose goals were similar to his own, he found a family for whom he would die to protect .
5) The Hulk
He may not work well with others but nobody can smash quite like the Hulk. Constantly at war with himself, Bruce banner's alter-ego is the irresistible force who is yet to come across an object that he can't move. Granted amazing powers in a moment of extreme selflessness the Hulk is one of the most extreme characters in all of literature let alone comics. A Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde for a new century he may very well be one of the most interesting characters in all of comics.
6) Black Widow
Many of the characters on this list have been the stars of stand alone stories or movies that have become equally important parts of their identities. However, Natasha otherwise known as the Black Widow has come to be known first and foremost as an Avenger. Constantly running from a dark past that serves as her motivation, Natasha is the ultimate soldier of the group. Ready and willing to carry out whatever orders she is given as long as you've earned her trust.
7) Hawkeye
The smart ass of the group, Clint Hawkeye Barton's constant quips endeared him to fans of the group for many years. The ultimate archer in all of the Marvel Universe, its Clint's constant attempts to hide his heart from everyone around him that have made the character one of the most popular among fans of the comics. Despite the film's not delving into the comical side of the character as much as some had hoped, his status as a badass was still well preserved.
8) Ant-Man
One of the most brilliant men in all of the Marvel Universe, Hank Pimm's inventions of particles that could shrink him or turn him into a giant allowed him to become the costumed hero known as Ant-Man. Though his actions have not always been heroic, he always strives to be a good man, scientist and husband. Knowing that he has many misdeeds to overcome, Hank is one of the most relatable members of the group. Known by many names such as Ant-Man, Giant Man or Yellow Jacket, one thing always remains the same, he is one of the most important members of the Avengers.
9) Vision
A synthezoid created by one of the team's greatest foes, the Vision was built to destroy the Avengers not to join them. A time that was arguably as powerful as most of his teammates, it was the vision's eventual humanity that came to define him as a character. No matter how many times he has been destroyed and rebuilt, he ultimately rediscovers the emotions that his programming should have never allowed him to feel in the first place and that allows readers and viewers alike to relate to him.
10) The Wasp
When the Avengers were first created, the idea was to bring Marvel's most popular important characters together into one unit together. So it may have been a bit of a surprise that Janet Van Dyne was one of the five characters who made the cut. Similar powers to her partner, Ant-Man. Janet was able to shrink fly and use technology to imitate a wasps sting. Other than her status as a founding member of the team, Janet also served as the emotional core of the team for many years.
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