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The Spectre makes his first 1st Silver Age appearance in the book-length tale "The War That Shook the Universe!" Script by Gardner Fox, art and cover by Murphy Anderson. One-page text feature tells the origin of the Spectre.

1st appearance of the Creeper in "The Coming of the Creeper!" Script by Don Segall, plot and art by Steve Ditko. Statement of ownership--average print run 364,000; average paid circulation 188,000. Ditko cover.

"The Origin of the Silver Surfer!" Cameos by the Incredible Hulk, Doctor Doom, and the Fantastic Four. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Many years ago, in order to prevent the total annihilation of his civilization and homeworld, Norrin Radd bargained with the Devourer of Worlds. Imbued with the Power Cosmic, he became the Silver Surfer and Herald of Galactus. However, on the fateful day he arrived on Earth, for love of humanity, he betrayed his master, and thus was cursed to never traverse the space-ways again. This is his story. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Wonder of the Watcher!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Syd Shores. 68-page giant.

"The Origin of the Silver Surfer!" Cameos by the Incredible Hulk, Doctor Doom, and the Fantastic Four. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Many years ago, in order to prevent the total annihilation of his civilization and homeworld, Norrin Radd bargained with the Devourer of Worlds. Imbued with the Power Cosmic, he became the Silver Surfer and Herald of Galactus. However, on the fateful day he arrived on Earth, for love of humanity, he betrayed his master, and thus was cursed to never traverse the space-ways again. This is his story. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Wonder of the Watcher!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Syd Shores. 68-page giant.

"When Lands the Saucer!" Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Exiled to planet Earth by his former master, Galactus, the Silver Surfer, a being empowered with the Power Cosmic itself, finds he cannot penetrate the invisible barrier which the Devourer of Worlds has encompassed the planet with. However, this barrier does not prevent others from beyond the stars from coming to Earth and wrecking havoc. Thus, when a malevolent race of aliens descend upon the unsuspecting citizens of Earth, only the Silver Surfer possesses the power to stop them. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Coming of the Krills!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Paul Reinman. 68 pages

"When Lands the Saucer!" Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Exiled to planet Earth by his former master, Galactus, the Silver Surfer, a being empowered with the Power Cosmic itself, finds he cannot penetrate the invisible barrier which the Devourer of Worlds has encompassed the planet with. However, this barrier does not prevent others from beyond the stars from coming to Earth and wrecking havoc. Thus, when a malevolent race of aliens descend upon the unsuspecting citizens of Earth, only the Silver Surfer possesses the power to stop them. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Coming of the Krills!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Paul Reinman. 68 pages

1st appearance of Mephisto. "The Power and the Prize!" Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. The valiant Silver Surfer comes face-to-face with the sinister creature who would go on to become his greatest adversary and one of the greatest forces for evil in the Marvel Universe, Mephisto! When the Lord of the Underworld kidnaps Shalla Bal, Norrin Radd has no choice but to venture into the stygian depths and face the devil himself to save the woman he loves. Includes the Watcher back-up "Why Won't They Believe Me?" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Paul Reinman. Letter to the editor from comic writer Tony Isabella. 68-page giant.

"The Good, the Bad, and the Uncanny!" Guest-starring Thor. Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Sal Buscema. Cover by John Buscema. When the Silver Surfer ventures to fabled Asgard, home of the Norse Gods, a misunderstanding sets the Sentinel of the Spaceways against the mighty God of Thunder. It's the Power Cosmic vs. godly might. It's Thor vs. the Silver Surfer in a battle that will truly shake the heavens! Includes the Watcher back-up "The Terror of Tim Boo Ba." tory by Stan Lee. Art by Howard Purcell and Paul Reinman. Low distribution. 68-page giant. NOTE: This issue sports one of my favorite covers of all time. John Buscema has really captured the awe inspiring majesty of the two most powerful heroes in the Marvel Universe. Thor stands defiantly on the Rainbow Bridge swinging mighty Mjolnir around to meet his streaking opponent in a collision that I know I'll feel through the pages themselves. This pic is alive with energy! - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

"...And Who Shall Mourn for Him?!" Cameos by the Fantastic Four and the X-Men. Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Sal Buscema. The Silver Surfer encounters a being of unimaginable cosmic power. Can even the Sentinel of the Spaceways hope to defeat the enigmatic Stranger? Meanwhile, for the fate of many innocent lives, one man will make the ultimate sacrifice. Includes the Watcher back-up "Run, Roco, Run!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Howard Purcell and John Tartaglione. 68-page giant. Letter to the editor from Wendy Pini (Fletcher) of Elfquest fame.

"The Surfer and the Spider!" Guest-starring Spider-Man. Captain America cameo. Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Dan Adkins. A misunderstanding sets the Amazing Spider-Man against the awesome power of the Silver Surfer. Letters to the editor from comic writers Doug Moench and Alan Brennert.

"The Surfer and the Spider!" Guest-starring Spider-Man. Captain America cameo. Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Dan Adkins. A misunderstanding sets the Amazing Spider-Man against the awesome power of the Silver Surfer. Letters to the editor from comic writers Doug Moench and Alan Brennert.

The Human Torch guest stars in "The Flame and the Fury!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Dan Adkins. Brief Fantastic Four appearance. Cameos by Spider-Man, the Overlord, the Stranger, Mephisto, and Galactus. Marie Severin cover pencils?

Mephisto returns in "In the Hands of Mephisto!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Chic Stone. Letters to the editor from comic artist Geof Darrow and writer Alan Brennert.

Infinity Gauntlet: Prelude - Rebirth of Thanos: Part 2 of 5 - "The Name is Thanos!" Story by Story by Jim Starlin. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. One of the most dangerous arch fiends in Marvel's history has returned to the land of the living. The Mad Titan, Thanos, takes the Silver Surfer on a tour of the galaxy and gives the former Herald of Galactus some insight to his doctrine and his malevolent plans for the universe. Plus, in the epilogue of this issue witness the return of yet another being of immense power from the land of the dead. 32 pages.

Russ Jones/Wally Wood cover. Edited by Forest J. Ackerman. Articles on Riders to the Stars, Journey to the Seventh Planet, Flash Gordon, When Worlds Collide, The Phantom Planet, Buck Rogers, and more. Magazine format; black and white; 64 newsprint pages.

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy.

"The Spectre Means Death?" Script, art, and cover by Neal Adams.

Torment: Part 1 of 5. Story, art and cover by Todd McFarlane. Fresh off his legendary run on Amazing Spider-Man, super-star artist Todd McFarlane is given the reigns to his very own Spidey title. Right out of the gate the wall-crawler will be challenged like never before as mysterious and ominous drums in the distance are driving the savage Lizard to cut a swath of death and destruction through the streets of New York City. Can Spider-Man discover the one responsible for this madness before his arch foe causes more damage?

Silver Edition unbagged. $1.75 cover price

Gold Edition Variant. 1 of 2,000. Guest-starring the New Warriors. This 48-page extravaganza stars Spider-Man, Scarlet Spider and Kaine, and reveals the Jackal's horrifying scheme! It's all been building up to this story, and it all starts here in this Alpha issue featuring an acetate cover! Continued in Web of Spider-Man (1985 1st Series) #127. Written by Tom DeFalco and Todd Dezago. Art by Ron Lim and Al Milgrom. Cover by Ron Lim and Terry Austin. NOTE: This edition has gold webbing, a gold background behind "Alpha," and a gold box on the back cover reading "One of 2000."

Limited 1 for 100 Variant Cover by Sarah Pichelli (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Sara Pichelli This June - history will be made for the Marvel Universe.

#1, "Wanted Dead or Alive" on cover. Cover art by Lou Fine. Wanted For Murder, pencils by Lou Fine; The murder of a Secret Service Operative leads the Spirit into the den of a gang counterfeiting 1804 silver dollars. Tony Zacco, Public Enemy #1, pencils by Lou Fine. Dressed to Kill, script by Bill Woolfolk, pencils by Lou Fine. A Clock Stops, pencils by Lou Fine. The Eyes Have It, pencils by Lou Fine. Manhunt, script by Will Eisner, pencils by Will Eisner and Lou Fine. 52 pgs. $0.10.

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Ray Burnley. The Rookie Ranger, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Ray Burnley. Killer Squad, pencils by Jerry Grandenetti, inks by Ray Burnley. The Dud, art by Jim McArdle. I Was a Leatherneck Sniper, art by Bob Brown. Private Pete filler page by Henry Boltinoff. Shorty filler page by Henry Boltinoff. Capt. Jeb Manton text article by Jack Miller. 36 pgs. $0.10.

All Dinosaur issue. Cover pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Punchboard War featuring The War That Time Forgot with Mac & Joe, script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. The Town That Wouldn't Die, script by Bob Haney, art by Jack Abel. Sergeants Are Made -- Not Born, art by Irv Novick. This Ain't The Army humor half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Enter Into Danger WWII Battle Story of the 17th Bombardment Group, script and pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tom Nicolisi. 36 pgs. $0.12.

Art by Nevio Zaccara. "The Planet of No Return". Photo cover of Leonard Nimoy, William Shatner, & George Takei. Photo of U.S.S. Enterprise inside front cover. Note: There are 2 versions of this comic. This is the rare version with a photo of William Shatner on the back cover.

Art by Nevio Zaccara. "The Planet of No Return". Photo cover of Leonard Nimoy, William Shatner, & George Takei. Photo of U.S.S. Enterprise inside front cover. Note: There are 2 versions of this comic. This is the rare version with a photo of William Shatner on the back cover.

"A New Hope!" Part 1 of 6. Based on the screenplay by George Lucas. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin and Steve Leialoha. A Long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...the galaxy is engrossed in the middle of an intergalactic civil war. A small band of freedom fighters led by Princess Leia opposes the evil Galactic Empire and steals the plans to their most destructive weapon, the Death Star. Now Darth Vader, the most feared name in the galaxy, will stop at nothing to recover the stolen plans, and the location of the Rebel's secret base of operations. Now, it's up to farm boy Luke Skywalker and a motley band of heroes to save the Princess and the galaxy from a darkness that has engulfed it.

"The Jawa Express!" Written by Archie Goodwin. Art by Carmine Infantino and Bob Wiacek. Luke, Han, and Chewie are reunited on the planet where it all began. Opportunistic Jawas are at war with a cadre of Imperial Stormtroopers and the Rebel heroes are caught in the middle. Includes a 1-page ad for Rom the Spaceknight a comic series inspired by the action figure of the same name by Bill Mantlo and Sal Buscema.

Cover art by Alex Schomburg. Lance Lewis story, pencils by Bob Oksner. Jungle Amazons starring Tygra, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff. The Magic Bottle text story by Charles Stoddard. Jefferson Jones story by Mike Suchorsky. The Tale of the Death Watch starring Fighting Yank, pencils by Ken Battefield, inks by Raphael Astarita. The Time Machine text story by Charles S. Strong. Sooky's Other Self story, art by Don Arr. 52 pgs. $0.10.

"She" by H. Rider Haggard. Story adaptation by Dick Davis, art by Vincent Napoli. NOTE: This issue an exact reprint of Fast Fiction # 3 except for the title change. H.C. Kiefer cover.

Story of Harry S. Truman (1948) is a promotional comic book distributed by the Democratic National Committee. Farm boy, soldier, statesman, President! This is the thrilling story of our thirty-third President of the United States. 16 pages, full color, standard 7-in. x 10-in., newsprint, with no cover price.

The Atomic Knights star in "When the Earth Blacked Out!" (art by Murphy Anderson); and "The Imaginary Dooms!" (pencils by Carmine Infantino).

Kamenish art and story. "Blood of the Zombie," "Dead Men Never Die," "Eyes of Evil," and "Bury Us Not!"

Cover art by Bill Everett. Land of Vanishing Men, art by Joe Sinnott; Three men who dream of the adventure of knights join a mirage in the desert set during the Crusades. The Night People, pencils by Bob Forgione, inks by Jack Abel; A cowardly boy is ashamed when space aliens interrogate him for when would be the best time to invade. The Eyes of Mr. Moody!, art by Jack Keller; A timid hypnotist hypnotizes himself hoping to give himself the daring to succeed in business. The Strange Exchange!, art by Ed Winiarski. The Impersonation text story. The Man Who Went Back!, art by Bernie Krigstein; A man who can experience the past in his imagination goes back to the creation. Sorry, Wrong Planet, pencils by Bernard Baily. 36 pgs. $0.10.

Human Torch solo series begins in "The Human Torch!" Plot by Stan Lee, script by Larry Lieber, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. Fantastic Four origin retold. Also in this issue: "The Impossible Spaceship" with art by Don Heck and "What Is X-35?" with art by Steve Ditko. (Lee and Lieber may have written these last two stories.) There is also a 2-page text story, "Sdrawkcab." Kirby/Ayers cover.

The Human Torch stars in "The Return of the Wizard!": Plot by Stan Lee, script by Larry LIeber, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. Fantastic Four cameo. Also in this issue: "Man Alone" (plot by Lee, script by Lieber, art by Don Heck) and "The Supernatural" (script by Lee, art by Steve Ditko), plus a 2-page text story, "Discovery." Kirby/Ayers cover.

The Human Torch stars in "The Threat of the Torrid Twosome!" Plot by Stan Lee, script by Larry Lieber, art by Dick Ayers. Guest starring the Fantastic Four. Also in this issue: "Man on the Scaffold" (script by Lee, art by Steve Ditko) and "The Mystery of the Purple Planet" (plot by Lee, script by Lieber, art by Paul Reinman), plus a 2-page text story, "The Recipe." Jack Kirby/Gourge Roussos cover.

In this issue, the epic battle long demanded by comic fans! The Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner square off in "The Master of Flame vs. the Monarch of the Sea!" Plot by Stan Lee, script by Larry Lieber, art by Dick Ayers. Fantastic Four guest appearance. Also in this issue: "The Treasure of Planetoid 12!" (script by Lee, art by Steve Ditko) and "Secret Weapon" (plot by Lee, script and pencils by Lieber, inks by Sol Brodsky), plus a 2-page text story, "The Universal Gadget!" Jack Kirby/George Roussos cover.

Dr. Strange's 4th appearance finally provides his origin in "The Origin of Dr. Strange!" Script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko. First mentions of Dormammu and the All-Seeing Agamotto (though no actual appearances). Baron Mordo appearance. The Human Torch stars in "The Sandman Strikes!" Script by Lee, art by Dick Ayers. Appearances by Reed Richards and Spider-Man. Second appearance (and brief origin) of the Sandman. This issue also contains a 2-page text story, "Zero of Time." Ditko/Ayers cover.

The Puppet Master is up to his old tricks, with the result that the Human Torch and the Thing duke it out in "In the Clutches of the Puppet Master!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Dick Ayers, inks by George Bell. Sue Storm and Reed Richards cameos. Doctor Strange stars in "Return to the Nightmare World!" Script by Lee, art by Steve Ditko. This issue also contains a 2-page text story, "The Radio." Jack Kirby/George Roussos cover.

The Human Torch and the Thing star in "The Terrible Trio!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Dick Ayers, inks by Frank Giacoia (as "Frank Ray"). Doctor Strange stars in "Beware Tiboro, the Tyrant of the Sixth Dimension." Plot by Lee, script by Don Rico, art by Steve Ditko. Jack Kirby/Chic Stone cover.

The Human Torch and the Thing star in "The Terrible Trio!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Dick Ayers, inks by Frank Giacoia (as "Frank Ray"). Doctor Strange stars in "Beware Tiboro, the Tyrant of the Sixth Dimension." Plot by Lee, script by Don Rico, art by Steve Ditko. Jack Kirby/Chic Stone cover.

First appearance of SHIELD and Nick Fury as its leader in "Nick Fury, Agent of SHIELD." Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. First appearance of HYDRA. Tony Stark (Iron Man) guest stars. Doctor Strange stars in "Eternity Beckons." Script by Lee, plot and art by Steve Ditko. Appearances by Clea, Dormammu, and Baron Mordo. Kirby/Frank Giacoia cover. NOTE: 1st appearance of LMD (Life Model Decoy).

First appearance of SHIELD and Nick Fury as its leader in "Nick Fury, Agent of SHIELD." Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. First appearance of HYDRA. Tony Stark (Iron Man) guest stars. Doctor Strange stars in "Eternity Beckons." Script by Lee, plot and art by Steve Ditko. Appearances by Clea, Dormammu, and Baron Mordo. Kirby/Frank Giacoia cover. NOTE: 1st appearance of LMD (Life Model Decoy).

Nick Fury stars in "Behond the Savage Sky!" Script and pencils by Jim Steranko, inks by Frank Giacoia. Yellow Claw appearance. Doctor Strange stars in "The Mystic and the Machine!" Script by Jim Lawrence, art by Dan Adkins. Steranko cover.

New 18-page Human Torch versus Spider-Man (4th appearance) story , "On the Trail of the Amazing Spider-Man!" Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Steve Ditko. Sue Storm appearance. The rest of the issue contains reprints: "I Was the Invisible Man!" Script by Lee, pencils by Kirby, inks perhaps by Paul Reinman (from Strange Tales 67); "I Was a Prisoner on the Planet of Plunder!" Art by Don Heck (from Strange Worlds 2); "I Am Robot!" Art by Joe Sinnott (from SW 1); "Worlds Within Worlds" (from World of Fantasy 16); "I Was the Man Who Lived Twice!" Art by John Buscema (from SW 3); "I Fly to the Stars!" Script by Lee, pencils by Kirby, inks perhaps by Dick Ayers (from SW 3); "Prisoner 2000 A.D." Script by Lee, pencils by Kirby, inks perhaps by Ayers (WOF 16); "I Am the Scourge of Atlantis!" Art by Ayers (from SW 2); "Nightmare Planet!" Art by Sinnott (from WOF 16); and "I Captured the Abominable Snowman!" Script by Lee, art by Ditko (from SW 1). Kirby/Ditko cover.

Disturb Not the Dead! text story. Vampires Dance at Dusk, art possibly by Howard Purcell. Terror Strikes at Randall's Rock. Zombies March by Moonlight, pencils by Don Perlin, inks by Abe Simon. Haunt of the Howling Beast. The Ghost of Castle Karloff (the story featured on the cover). Bondage cover and interior. Zombies spelled Zoombies on cover; Fine-esque art. 36 pgs. $0.10.

"Years of Glory, Day of Doom!" Guest-starring the Fantastic Four. Written by Roy Thomas. Art by John Buscema and Frank Giacoia. Imperius Rex! Witness the startling origin of Prince Namor. Plus, how can the scion of Atlantis defeat a foe who can read his thoughts and knows his every move before he does? 32 pages, FC.