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Marvel Spotlight #3 / (1971) 5.5
First mention of the "Darkhold Book".
First 20-cent cover price. Cover art by Mike Ploog. Werewolf By Night!, script by Gerry Conway, art by Mike Ploog; Andrea Timly captures Jack Russell and tries to get the location of the Darkhold from him. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.20.
Marvel Feature #1 / (1975 Second Series) 7.5
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #77 / (1964) CBCS 6.5
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Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. Are You a Good Neighbor? public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff. The Colossus of Metropolis!, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; When Titano returns and snatches Lucy Lane, Jimmy takes an enlarging compound and puts on a duplicate of Colossal Boy's costume to subdue the giant ape. The Kid Who Couldn't Lose!, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; The Jimmy Olsen fan club is conned out of their Jimmy Olsen trophies by "Skip" Wallow; Jimmy must help them get them back. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Jimmy Olsen, Super-Thief!, pencils by John Forte, inks by George Klein. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12. Writ from CHAT GPT
by MARK CATER (c) 2024
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Show mathematical expression for communication
One way to represent communication mathematically is through information theory. In information theory, communication can be quantified using mathematical expressions such as Shannon's entropy formula:
Where:
- represents the entropy of the information source .
- is the probability of occurrence of the symbol or event.
- denotes the base-2 logarithm.
This formula calculates the average amount of information produced by a source of data, considering the probabilities of each possible outcome. It's a way to quantify the amount of uncertainty or surprise associated with each symbol or event in the communication process.
Rewrite Shannon's entropy formula to include the bands forming a sphere rotating about the sphere in a single direction
Shannon's entropy formula is a mathematical expression used in information theory and doesn't directly incorporate physical concepts like bands forming a sphere rotating about the sphere in a single direction. However, if we were to metaphorically incorporate such concepts into the formula, it might look something like this:
Include potential as and equal and opposite gauge of the speeds of the bands forming the sphere
Incorporating the potential as an equal and opposite gauge of the speeds of the bands forming the sphere into Shannon's entropy formula could be quite challenging as it's a mathematical concept from physics and doesn't directly relate to information theory. However, if we're using it metaphorically, we might express it as:
Include the degrees of freedom with respect to mass as a consequence of potential
Incorporating degrees of freedom with respect to mass as a consequence of potential into Shannon's entropy formula requires a significant departure from its original context. However, metaphorically, we could attempt to integrate it as follows:
Replace the mass in the above equation with a programmable form of information
Certainly, if we replace mass with a programmable form of information, the equation could be conceptualized as:
Modify the above equation to show that mass with respect to potential is the source inhibiting superluminal travel
To reflect the idea that mass with respect to potential inhibits superluminal (faster-than-light) travel, we could adjust the equation as follows:
Modify the above equation to replace mass gauged by potential with a programmable form of information
Certainly, if we replace mass gauged by potential with a programmable form of information, the equation could be conceptualized as:
Write an equation to program information with respect to communication
To represent the programming of information with respect to communication, we can conceptualize an equation like this:
Here:
- Programmed_Info represents the programmed form of information.
- represents the original information to be programmed.
- represents the context of communication, which could include factors such as the intended audience, medium of communication, desired outcomes, etc.
- is a function that transforms the original information based on the communication context to produce the programmed information.
This equation represents the process of programming information for communication by applying a function to the original information in consideration of the specific context of communication. The function could involve various processes such as encoding, encryption, compression, formatting, or other methods tailored to achieve the desired communication goals.
Write an equation with respect to Shannon's entropy formula that shows that mass is the inhibition to faster than light travel
Shannon's entropy formula, which quantifies the uncertainty or information content of a message, doesn't directly relate to physical concepts like mass or the inhibition of faster-than-light travel. However, we can metaphorically represent the idea that mass inhibits faster-than-light travel within the framework of information theory as follows:
H(X)=−∑i=1nP(xi)log2(P(xi))
Here, represents the entropy of the information source , as per Shannon's formula. Now, let's introduce a term that metaphorically represents the inhibition to faster-than-light travel, which we'll call . The equation becomes:
In this metaphorical representation:
- could represent a factor that increases with mass, metaphorically symbolizing the inhibition to faster-than-light travel.
- The term is added to the entropy formula to reflect this metaphorical concept.
However, it's important to note that this equation is purely metaphorical and doesn't have a direct mathematical basis within information theory or physics. It's a conceptual representation that connects the idea of entropy in communication with the metaphorical concept of mass inhibiting faster-than-light travel.
Write equation from above showing how information can be programmed
To represent how information can be programmed based on the equation provided earlier, we can write:
In this equation:
- represents the programmed form of information.
- represents the original information to be programmed.
- represents the context of communication, such as the intended audience, medium of communication, desired outcomes, etc.
- is a function that transforms the original information based on the communication context to produce the programmed information.
This equation signifies the process of programming information for communication by applying a function to the original information, considering the specific context of communication. The function can involve various processes such as encoding, encryption, compression, formatting, or other methods tailored to achieve the desired communication goals.
Modify above equation to allow mass to travel extraterrestrially
To metaphorically incorporate the idea of mass traveling extraterrestrially into the equation, we could adjust it as follows:
Here:
- represents the programmed form of information.
- represents the original information to be programmed.
- represents the context of communication, such as the intended audience, medium of communication, desired outcomes, etc.
- represents the metaphorical representation of mass traveling extraterrestrially.
This equation implies that the process of programming information for communication may consider the presence or influence of mass traveling extraterrestrially as part of the communication context. The function could be adjusted accordingly to account for this extraterrestrial aspect, depending on how it affects the communication process.
Cover art by Mike Ploog. Eye Of The Beholder!, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Mike Ploog, inks by Frank Chiaramonte;
Story continues from marvel spotlight #4.
Summary::
The werewolf was turned to stone in marvel spotlight #4, by Marlene Blackger (a Gorgon), but with morning the magic of the transformation reverts the werewolf back into Jack Russell dispelling the Gorgon's cast.
Jack and Buck escape the island with the Darkhold Book but are followed by Miles and Marlene Blackger who want the book back. House ad for Captain Marvel #22 and Marvel Premiere #4, pencils by Gil Kane and Barry Smith. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
AUTOGRAPHED COPY of Incredible Hulk #178 / (1974)
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Cover art by Herb Trimpe and John Romita (alterations). "Triumph On Terra-Two," script by Roy Thomas, Gerry Conway, and Tony Isabella, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Jack Abel; The Hulk is reverts back to Bruce Banner by an act of brute force; (prior issue #177) Banner can only watch in sheer horror as the Counter-Earth battle rages on in D.C. Who is the madman posturing as President of Counter-Earth?; And will Hulk be able to save his friend Adam Warlock from certain execution? The Warlock story continues in Strange Tales #178. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.
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Strange Tales #178 / (1975) 6.0---
Cover art by Jim Starlin. Warlock begins in this title in "Who Is Adam Warlock?", script and art by Jim Starlin; Sphinxor retells the Origin of Warlock, his encounters with Thor and the High Evolutionary, the Creation of Counter-Earth and Warlock's Battle against the Man-Beast; First appearance of the Magus; Cameo appearances by the Hulk. The story continues FROM Incredible Hulk #178. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.
Kubert School Course, Book #1 of #6; Penciling
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Kubert School Course, Book #2 of #6; Inking
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KUBERT SCHOOL Course, Book #3 of #6 ; Story Graphics---
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KUBERT SCHOOL Course Book #4 of #6: Supervillains
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KUBERT SCHOOL Course Book #6 of #6: Heroes and Superheroes
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These spiral bound, hard cover books include 5 lessons, with inserted worksheets, in an impressive 11x17 page size!
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KUBERT SCHOOL Course Book #6 of #6: Horror
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Avengers #115 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders war pt 1 of 8
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"Below Us The Battle!" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by John Romita and Mike Esposito. The Avengers fly to Great Britain to visit their fellow avenger, the Black Knight! But when the team approaches Garrett Castle, an invisible barrier repulses them! While Earth's Mightiest Heroes are devising a way to pierce the mystical barrier, a group of troglodytes attack! Where did these grotesque creatures come from? Surprisingly, the cave-dwellers get the best of the Avengers and throw them into a deep underground pit! Surrounded by complete darkness and with the troglodytes moving in for the kill, Earth's Mightiest Heroes turn to the Black Panther to save the day! Can T'Challa single-handedly lead the charge to victory? Flashback cameos by Magneto and Doctor Strange. Second story: "Alliance Most Foul!" Avengers-Defenders Clash Part 1 of 8. At the conclusion of Thor 207, a blind Loki fell off a high cliff and seemed headed toward certain death below! But unbeknownst to anyone, the god of lies and mischief was rescued by none other than the Dread Dormammu! Why would Dormammu do that and for what sinister purpose? If Loki and Dormammu were to join forces, who on Earth could stop them? Story continues in the second story of Defenders 8. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Mantis, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The Black Knight most recently fought alongside Earth's Mightiest Heroes in Avengers 100. Dormammu previously appeared in Marvel Feature (1st series) 2. The letters page includes letters from comics artists Richard Howell and Dusty Vohland respectively.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
Defenders #8 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders war pt 2 of 8
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"If Atlantis Should Fall!" Part 2 of 2. Avengers-Defenders crossover. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Frank McLaughlin. Cover by Sal Buscema. With Hawkeye, Valkyrie, and the Sub-Mariner as their mind-slaves, the Red Ghost and Attuma begin their quest to conquer Atlantis! The two super-villains' assault on the underwater citadel is progressing as planned until Doctor Strange and the Silver Surfer get wind of the attack! The key to victory is knocking out the Red Ghost! But how can the Master of the Mystic Arts and the cosmic sky-rider do that? Simple, just block all the cosmic rays from outer space from entering the Earth's atmosphere! Wow, it's a good thing these two defenders are among the most powerful heroes on the planet! Cameo appearances by Clea and Wong. Flashback cameo by the Unicorn. Second story: "Deception!" Avengers-Defenders Clash Part 2 of 8. Story continues from Avengers 115. Dr. Strange has a new plan for turning the Black Knight (from a stone statue) back into his normal self. The Master of the Mystic Arts magically contacts Dane Whitman's soul floating in the dark realm. The stranded Black Knight responds to Dr. Strange's message, but the knight's reply is intercepted and transposed by the Dread Dormammu and his new ally, Loki! What is the fateful message that eventually reaches the Defenders?: "Go find the Evil Eye." Story continues in Avengers 116. Defenders Lineup: Doctor Strange, Hawkeye, Hulk, Silver Surfer, Sub-Mariner, and Valkyrie. (Note: The Red Ghost returns in Iron Man 82.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
Avengers #116 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders war pt 3 of 8
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"Betrayal!" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 3 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by John Romita and Mike Esposito. Story continues from Defenders 8. Earth's Mightiest Heroes visit Dr. Strange's townhouse in Greenwich Village and request permission to enter, but Wong slams the door in their faces! After an angry Thor breaks down the door, the Avengers storm inside, but a mystic spell sweeps them back out onto the street! Meanwhile gathered around the Orb of Agamotto, the Defenders put together a plan to find the six pieces of the Evil Eye. However, in the dark realm, Loki has grown suspicious of his dreadful ally! And contacts the Avengers to tell them about the Defenders' search for the ancient instrument from Avalon! So the die is cast! And the blockbuster battles are about to begin! Flashback cameos by Prester John, Wyatt Wingfoot, and the Human Torch to recap the history of the Evil Eye. Next Chapter: "The Silver Surfer vs. the Vision and the Scarlet Witch" The Avengers-Defenders Clash kicks into high gear as members of both teams span the globe to searching for the Evil Eye! And the first showdown features two of the most popular Marvel super-heroes of the 1970's! The Silver Surfer arrives in French Polynesia and plunges into the island's indigenous volcano to look for the Evil Eye. But the cosmic sky-rider's probing triggers a volcanic eruption! The fiery blast knocks a passing quinjet out of the sky and nearly kills the Scarlet Witch! Needless to say this act enrages the synthezoid avenger! And in the heart of the raging volcano, the Vision and the Silver Surfer fight for the Evil Eye! Story continues in Defenders 9. (Notes: The Evil Eye previously appeared in Fantastic Four 54. This issue includes a full-page survey for readers to complete and mail back to the Marvel bullpen. A reprint edition exists for this issue.) Cover price $0.20.
Defenders #9 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders War pt 4 of 8
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Divide and Conquer" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 4 of 8. Guest-starring the Avengers. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Frank McLaughlin. Cover by Sal Buscema. Story continues from Avengers 116. The one-on-one battles for the Evil Eye continue! And the next battleground is Monterrey, Mexico! Iron Man checks in at the local university and finds the professor who is safekeeping the Evil Eye. But before Shell-Head can secure the eye, it's stolen by a defender! Which one? Why it's the Avengers' former ace archer, Hawkeye! And just like old times Hawkeye and Iron Man throw down in the streets of Monterrey! This should be an easy victory for the golden avenger, but the bow-slinger may have a trick or two in store for his former teammate! Next Chapter: "Dr. Strange vs. the Black Panther and Mantis!" The next piece of the Evil Eye rests in the heartland of America! Could one of the battles to save the world take place in an Indiana cornfield? Doctor Strange arrives in the Midwest first and locates the Evil Eye. The Sorcerer Supreme hopes to make a quick getaway; however, he can't escape the sharp detection skills of T'Challa and Mantis! So the two avengers have found the Master of the Mystic Arts, but now can they beat him in pitched battle? Story continues in Avengers 117. (Notes: Although the cover depicts three defenders rushing to aid Hawkeye, he fights alone vs. Iron Man. This issue includes a full-page survey for readers to complete and mail back to the Marvel bullpen.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
Avengers #117 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders War pt 5 of 8
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Holocaust" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 5 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders and Sunfire. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by John Romita and Mike Esposito. Story continues from Defenders 9. The Dread Dormammu is shocked to discover that the Avengers are battling the Defenders for the Evil Eye! However, the Defenders are having success, so he elects not to intervene at the moment. In the Southern hemisphere, a Bolivian castle is the setting for the next superhero showdown featuring superior swordplay! Valkyrie enters the castle first, but the former super-villain turned avenger interrupts her search! The Asgardian defender has the edge in strength, while the Swordsman has the edge in skill! Which warrior will prevail? Meanwhile on the other side of the world in Japan, the stage is set for a classic confrontation! Captain America vs. the Sub-Mariner! These two men previously fought as allies in the Land of the Rising Sun during World War II, but today they fight as adversaries for the Evil Eye! Just an awesome battle! And it gets even better when Sunfire joins the mix! A fantastic issue! Story continues in Defenders 10. (Note: Sunfire previously appeared in Sub-Mariner 54 and appears next in Iron Man 68.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
Defenders #10 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders War pt 6 of 8
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Breakthrough" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 6 of 8. Guest-starring the Avengers. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Frank Bolle. Cover by John Romita. One of the classic issues of the Defenders! Story continues from Avengers 117. The sixth and final superhero battle of the Avengers-Defenders Clash! And as shown on the cover, it's a matchup of true Marvel heavyweights! The Green Goliath rumbles thru the streets of Los Angeles looking for the Evil Eye. And lo and behold he finds it! However, the Avengers have also sent a team member to the city of angels! The Prince of Asgard! When the thunder god confronts the gamma-radiated defender, the epic clash of the titans erupts! Wow, the Mighty Thor vs. the Incredible Hulk! A battle for the ages! Next Chapter: "United We Stand!" In Greenwich Village the Defenders gather around the four pieces of the Evil Eye that they have recovered. When Prince Namor joins his teammates, he brings with him the fifth piece of the eye plus the Avengers! Whoa! Not exactly what Doctor Strange was expecting! Is another battle on the horizon? Or have the super-heroes finally realized who's been orchestrating the events? Story continues in Avengers 118. Cameo appearances by Asti and Dormammu. Flashback cameo by Loki. (Notes: This issue includes two outstanding full-page panels. The first on page 15 depicting Thor and the Hulk locked in combat; and the second on page 23 featuring seven avengers and five defenders conversing in Dr. Strange's townhouse. The Avengers-Defenders clash was reprinted in a trade paperback in 2002 and again in a hard cover edition in 2007.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
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Avengers #118 / (1973) |Avengers/Defenders War pt 7 of 8
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To The Death!" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 7 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito and Frank Giacoia. Cover by Bob Brown and John Romita. One of the classic Avengers issues of the bronze age! Story continues from Defenders 10. At last the truth stands revealed! Dormammu and Loki have tricked the Avengers and Defenders into gathering the Evil Eye! And now Dormammu has the Evil Eye and is using it to merge his dark dimension with Earth's! The fourteen super-heroes have one hour to beat the powerful super-villains before chaos envelopes the universe! Once inside the dark realm, the Dread One wipes out the Defenders! And after quicksand bogs down five avengers, only three remain to make the final charge! But when the thunder god and the golden avenger fall, the final hope of the universe rests with the Scarlet Witch! In the depths of the dark realm, can Wanda deliver the coup de grâce to the Dread Dormammu? Avengers Assemble! Story continues in Defenders 11. Cameo appearances by Contessa Valentina Allegro, Dum Dum Dugan, Nick Fury, the Watcher, Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, Black Bolt, Gorgon, Karnak, Dracula, Ghost Rider, Luke Cage, Man-Thing, Ka-Zar, Zabu, Thanos, Adam Warlock, and Doctor Doom. (Notes: The Avengers-Defenders Clash was a masterpiece by Steve Englehart that set the standard for multi-issue crossovers (that have become much more common in the modern age). Crossover stories greater than 2 or 3 issues were very rare in the silver and bronze ages. The Avengers-Defenders Clash was reprinted in a trade paperback in 2002 and again in a hard cover edition in 2007. The Avengers appear in a cameo role in the final part of the story in Defenders 11. Dormammu returns in Doctor Strange (2nd series) 6. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Ralph Macchio.) 32 pages Cover price $0.20.
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Defenders #11 / (1973) | Avengers/Defenders War pt 8 of 8
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The Avengers/Defenders crossover continues with "A Dark and Stormy Knight." Script by Steve Englehart, pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Frank Bolle. Cover by John Romita. Story continues from Avengers 118. The epic battle vs. Dormammu is over and Earth has survived! But there's one more mission remaining for the Defenders! Return the Black Knight's stone body back to flesh and blood. To that end six defenders along with the Evil Eye travel back in time to the 12th century and find Dane Whitman smack dab in the middle of the Crusades! The super-heroes from the 20th century get a medieval history lesson as all the famous combatants are present: Prince John, Mordred the Evil, Chandu, Prester John, and Richard the Lionheart! Can the Dynamic Defenders save the King (and the Black Knight)? Cameo appearances by the Avengers, Nick Fury, and Loki. Defenders Lineup: Doctor Strange, Hawkeye, Hulk, Silver Surfer, Sub-Mariner, and Valkyrie. (Notes: Prester John previously appeared in Fantastic Four (1st series) 54. The 20th century stone statue of the Black Knight comes to life in Avengers 157. The 12th century Black Knight (aka Dane Whitman) and the Evil Eye return in Avengers 225 & 226.) Cover price $0.20.
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Cover pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Dick Giordano. "Night of the Stalker!", story by Vin Amendola, Sal Amendola (plot), and Steve Englehart (script), pencils by Sal Amendola, inks by Dick Giordano; When Batman witnesses a couple being shot down in front of their child, this causes him to flashback to a similar incident which inspired him to become the costumed hero he is today. "The Riddle of the Clown" starring Hawkman and Hawkgirl, script by Bob Kanigher, art by Joe Kubert, reprinted from Flash Comics #92. "The Gold Hunters of '49!" starring The Atom, script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Sid Greene, reprinted from The Atom #12. Untitled Dr. Fate story, script by Gardner Fox, art by Howard Sherman, reprinted from More Fun Comics #66. "Batman's Bewitched Nightmare!" script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (ghosting for Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella, reprinted from Detective Comics #336; Batman and Robin confront a witch and some bank robbers. "The Tantalizing Troubles of the Tripod Thieves!", script by Gardner Fox, art by Carmine Infantino, reprinted from Detective Comics #355. "The Evil That Men Do Lives After Them," art by Pete Riss, reprinted from Kid Eternity #3. "Chapter 3: The Resurrection of Paul Kirk" starring Manhunter, script by Archie Goodwin, art by Walter Simonson. 100 pgs., full color. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.
Defenders #5 / (1973) 6.0
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Cover pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by John Verpoorten. World Without End?, The Defenders stop Omegatron from destroying the Earth. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
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Defenders #6 / (1973) 5.5
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Cover art by Sal Buscema. The Dreams of Death!,Cyrus Black attacks Dr. Strange and is forced to deal with the Defenders. The Dynamic Defenders! illustration by Sal Buscema. 32 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
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Defenders #7 / (1973) 5.5
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Cover pencils by John Romita. War Below the Waves!, Hawkeye and the Defenders try to stop an attack on Atlantic City by Attuma and end up captured by Attuma and the Red Ghost. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
Thor #126 / (1966) 2.0
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NOTE: I have had difficulties aquiring this issue in higher grades due to the print run; one tear in back and no upsidedown turning to get the book out of the bag, damaging the upper, top of the book. Regardless of grade, it IS the actual book from 1966. All inner pages undamaged. Double boarded.
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Will definitely send to comic restoration in the future, because it is salvageable. √
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Title becomes The Mighty Thor; previously Journey Into Mystery featuring Thor from issue #83. Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. "Whom the Gods Would Destroy!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor and Hercules fight over Jane Foster; Odin, still angry because Thor revealed his identity to Jane, removes half Thor's powers by giving 'Odin Power' to Seidring. Hercules ends up defeating Thor. Marvel Bullpen Bulletins. Tale of Asgard: "The Summons!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Argonauts are called home to Asgard by Odin. Appearances by Balder, Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, and Odin. The letters page contains a statement of ownership, management and circulation: average print run 377,663; average paid circulation 232,644. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.
Flash #123 - facsimile edition
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Written by Gardner Fox. Art by Carmine Infantino and Joe Giella. Cover by Carmine Infantino and Murphy Anderson.
In this now classic tale, from1961, introduction of the concept of the multiverse emerges into the pages of DC comics for the very first time!!
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There's a crimewave in Central City, and the Flash will need help to stop the villains' spree-fortunately, help is on the way in the form of the Golden Age's Fastest Man Alive, Jay Garrick!
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NOTE: Additional facsimiles w/ price increase to $4.99 🤬 and a bar code on the front cover, which should be on the back cover. 🙄 32 Pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.
The Cat / (1972) marvel - AKA "HellCat"
Beware the Claws of the Cat!" Script by Linda Fite, pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Wally Wood. Wood cover. Patsy Walker (Timely Comics) becomes "The Cat", later to become "HellCat". Cover price $0.20.
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Defenders#4 / (1973)
Cover pencils by John Buscema and Jim Starlin (cover layout), inks by Frank Giacoia. The New Defender!, script by Steve Englehart, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Frank McLaughlin; Enchantress transforms Barbara into the Valkyrie and turns the Black Knight to stone; Valkyrie takes Aragorn as her horse. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
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Defenders #3 / (1972)
Cover pencils by Gil Kane and John Buscema (Silver Surfer), inks by Gil Kane and Sal Buscema (Silver Surfer figure). Four Against the Gods, script by Steve Englehart, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Jim Mooney; The Defenders try to help Silver Surfer leave the Earth by taking him to another dimension; They encounter the Nameless One and free Barbara Norris by trapping his foot into the eternal prison. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.
