When a new villain known as the Ringer threatens Nighthawk, the Defenders are pulled into a bizarre showdown that tests the team’s unity and resilience. As Nighthawk confronts his own self-doubt, the Hulk, Valkyrie, and Hellcat rush to his aid against the villain’s deadly weaponry. Written in classic Bronze Age style, this issue blends superhero action with introspection, setting the stage for the Defenders’ ongoing struggle to balance personal demons with their duty to protect the world.