Spawn Spawn v , Al Simmons is turned into a caped creature of hellish power. The problem is he has no idea how he became this way. Sifting through lost memories reveal only fragments of his past. At the height of his fame at Marvel, Todd McFarlane leaves to imagine a new kind...

   Jim StarlinHardcore Station v , A way station for space travelers, Hardcore Station is kept in order by the lawman Chief Justice Max. Suspicions arise when a spaceship called Enigma docks in one of its ports. Jim Starlin’s story in not unlike his other space sagas....

   Marshall RogersWhat The v , Interesting ideas like Dagger as a luminescent ornament and Iron Man as a tin soldier deserve credit for creativity. Aside from that, Marshall Rogers settles for a mishmash of characters filling a crowded layout. Marie Severin’s inks don’t quite...

   Air Fighters Comics v , A orphan boy assists Padre Martier, a California monk, in making a radically new type of airplane. The test flight fails due to sabotage, resulting in the monk’s death. Young Davy vows to repair the damage and take the machine to flight. Airboy proves his...

   Adventure Comics Adventure Comics v featuring Supergirl, Frank Frazetta reprints are a rarity in comics, making this issue a real find. This issue’s Shining Knight tale was first published in Adventure Comics . The reproduction quality doesn’t match up...

   Jack Kirby X Men v , A new mutant at a local circus demonstrates the unusual power to control his own mass. The Blob, making his first appearance, is either a worthy addition to the team or a dangerous new foe. Jack Kirby’s drawings are more interesting due to the various...

   Frank Brunner Warp v , Frank Brunner draws one of his better covers for the series. Lord Chaos looks on while the hero comes to terms with his own death. Most of the interior story art, however, fails to capture the same level of craftsmanship. Bruce Patterson’s inks offer...

   Mike Ploog Stardust Kid v , The world is transformed back into a primeval state, only darker. On the advice of the elderly Treesa, teenagers Cody and Alanna embark on a journey to save their reality. Mike Ploog’s cover is not quite as good as his story art, but suffices. Inside, his...

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   st Zatanna coverGreen Lantern v , Journeying to the land of Ys, Zatanna and Green Lantern find themselves battling against a warlock. Since her premiere in Hawkman, she guest starred in several DC titles in the s. While this is Zatanna’s fourth appearance, the issue marks...

   Hit Comics Hit Comics v , When a courageous District Attorney targets corrupt politicians, he gets some unexpected help from the Red Bee. A crimefighter who keeps bees hidden in his belt, he uses his fists to exact justice. In a separate feature, a French Legionnaire becomes lost in the...

   T.h.u.n.d.e.r. Agents v , Comprised of mostly reprints, this double sized issue opens with a new Dynamo story. Enemy spies create an army of androids, some of them disguised as Thunder Agents. The opening splash looks suspiciously like Dan Adkins, but the rest appears to...

   Neal AdamsHouse of Mystery v , A pale hand cups the flame of a candle while a group of children press curiously against the window. On the table, a beetle mysteriously begins to emerge from its scarab. Despite a lot of compositional elements, Neal Adams creates a balanced and...

   Walt Simonson Thor v , The one armed Grendell and the dark elves attack Thor at his moment of weakness. Walt Simonson illustrates the impending death blow on this colorful cover. While not among his best layouts, the overall effort suffices. Sal Buscema draws the interior...

   Frank MillerSin City: The Babe Wore Red and Other Stories v NN no number , His first collection of shorts, Frank Miller uses spot color red only on the main feature. The effect puts emphasis on the female lead, but not to the point of distraction. All three stories are...

   Queen of the West Dale Evans Queen of the West Dale Evans v , Accused of theft, a young indian girl turns to Dale to help prove her innocence. In a separate tale, a pair of bank robbers conspire to steal money slated for charity. In both stories, Russ Manning’s artwork shows his...

   World’s Finest Comics World’s Finest Comics v , Using a gadget that suppresses sound, a silent killer tries to assassinate city racketeers. Billy Batson tracks him down, but is unable to speak to transform into Captain Marvel. The story artwork is merely adequate, but consistent...

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   Bernie Wrightson House of Secrets v , Celia Graves, a former flapper from the roaring ’ s, is now elderly and alone. Regretful about what happened to an old suitor, she uses black magic to bring him back. Bernie Wrightson contributes partial inks, which minimally improve to...

   Matt Baker Pictorial Romances v , As conveyed on Matt Baker’s splendid cover, a young wife leaves her husband’s farm for the excitement of city life. Although heavy with dialogue, the story’s artwork is polished and purposeful. Flourishes abound on narrative text boxes,...

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   Jack Kirby Tales to Astonish v , Hercules and the incredible Hulk are portrayed as equals on this terrific Jack Kirby cover. The ferocity of the battle is evident in the splintered rocks surrounding them. Bill Everett, whose inks further enhance the scene, also draws the...

   Star Wars Star Wars v , When the Nagai invade the Alliance headquarters, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia must face the onslaught alone. This special one hundredth issue has twice as many pages for the occasion. Tom Palmer’s painted cover features the story’s...

   Steve Ditko Beyond the Grave v , When her evil aunt plots to steal a hidden cache of gold, a teenage girl summons an amorphous creature to stop them. The art by Steve Ditko is familiar, but his efforts overall are sloppy. Panels seem to be composed in a rush and the...

   Timespirits Timespirits v , Al Williamson takes a turn drawing the adventures of two Native American time travelers. Set in an alternate dinosaur era, the artist is no stranger to depicting Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Brontosaurus and the like. Certain panels are pages...