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Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 259 CBCS 8.0

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    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 259 CBCS 8.0

    Paper: White

    Newsstand Edition.

    Label #21-279C6D0-014

    Ended Mar 11 2024
    Bid History 9 bids
    Winning Bid $13

    Cover pencils by John Buscema, inks by Frank Giacoia. "Escape into Oblivion!", script by Len Wein, pencils by John Buscema (breakdowns) and Tony DeZuniga (finished art), inks by Tony DeZuniga; The Grey Gargoyle has come to free the Asgardians because he needs their help; He tells how he became captain after killing the prior captain; The Grey Gargoyle is tired of the aliens and just wants to go home; In Asgard, the Enchantress and the Executioner tell Balder to surrender or be destroyed; Back on the Bird of Prey, the Grey Gargoyle has the Asgardian prisoners brought up and then calls upon them to attack, but the pirate crew is ready for them; But then, Gormok leads the rest of the slaves in an attack; During the battle, the Grey Gargoyle attempts to sneak off in a shuttle, but Fee-Lon follows him. Appearances by Sif, Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, the Recorder, Balder, Karnilla, the Enchantress, and the Executioner. Cameos by Captain America, Spider-Man, and AIM. 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30. Grade: CBCS 8.0 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)