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  • Issue #223
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 223

    First 25-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Frank Giacoia. "Hellfire Across the World!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Mike Esposito; Thor and Hercules enter Hades and are attacked by demon-bats, and snake women; They fight their way past, only to find that Pluto has fled with Krista; They go to Asgard, where Odin reveals that Pluto has gone to Manhattan; Thor and Hercules follow him there; Thor defeats Pluto and drives him away; He then discovers that Krista is dying, and only Don Blake can save her. Appearances by Sif and Hildegarde. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #12 (Daredevil by Jack Kirby), plus a statement of ownership: average print run 405,894; average paid circulation 195,239. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #224
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 224
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    Cover by John Romita. "No One Can Stop...The Destroyer!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Mike Esposito; Hercules and Thor have taken Krista to a hospital, and Thor changes to Don Blake; He then reveals to Hercules that he is Thor; On another street in Manhattan, Holmes reactivates the Destroyer, which he discovered in Peru, and begins to go on a rampage, to which Hercules responds; After the operation Thor flies to help Hercules; Thor manages to fight him off while Hercules goes to find the mortal body; After he is gone though, the Destroyer manages to wrench Mjolnir from Thor's grasp, so Thor only has sixty seconds to get it back. Letter to the editor from comics editor (and Thor scripter) Ralph Macchio. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #87 (J. Jonah Jameson). 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #225
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 225
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    Cover by John Buscema. First appearance of Firelord in "The Coming of the Firelord!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott; Thor commands Mjolnir to return to him, and so it must; Hercules returns with the body of Holmes, and in drawing close, the spirit returns to his body; While Thor changes back to Blake to check on Krista, Firelord arrives on Earth, and at the selfsame hospital; Hercules and Firelord begin to battle, and Blake's cane is knocked out a window; Blake races to the ground and changes to Thor, and then he stops the battle, realizing who Firelord is - herald to Galactus; Firelord then summons Galactus, and Galactus plans to feast this day. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp #17 (Black Bolt by Jack Kirby). Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #226
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 226

    Cover pencils by John Romita. "The Battle Beyond!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Mike Esposito and Dave Hunt; Firelord has summoned Galactus, then leaves; Unfortunately, a reporter heard everything, and reports the news, and panic begins to spread; Blake tells Hercules the history of Galactus; Meanwhile, Galactus has arrived on Earth; Galactus tells Thor of the mad Ego, and how he was defeated by him; He wants Thor to fight Ego; With the power of Galactus, they barely manage to breach the atmosphere of Ego and reach the surface. Cameos by the Silver Surfer, the Watcher, and the Fantastic Four. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #58 (The Mandarin). 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #227
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 227

    Cover by John Romita. "In Search of...Ego!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Joe Sinnott; Odin looks on, as Galactus, Thor, Hercules, and Firelord begin to attack the mad planet Ego; Meanwhile, in Asgard, Odin has a plan in mind; Odin will not interfere in Thor and Galactus' quest, but if Thor dies in battle with the Living Planet, Ego will be slain in turn; Back on Ego, Firelord, Thor, and Hercules fight their way through Ego's humanoid constructs to Ego's mind; Thor throws Mjolnir and strikes Ego's brain. Appearances by Sif, Hildegarde, and Odin. Cameo by Heimdall. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #76 (Dormammu). 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #229
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 229
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    Cover pencils by Ron Wilson, inks by Mike Esposito. "Where Darkness Dwells, Dwell I!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Chic Stone; Both Thor and Hercules have returned to Earth, but while Thor flies overhead, Hercules hears a cry for help; He rushes to it, only to see an old man attacked by a robber; Hercules chases him down, only to return just in time to see the old man kill himself; A police detective tells Thor and Hercules about how several people have gone insane lately and killed themselves; Hercules storms off by himself, but is captured by a mysterious shadowy figure; He later manages to barely return to Thor, only to collapse in front of him. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp #80 (Ghost Rider), and also an ad for Wolverine's debut in Incredible Hulk #181. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #230
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 230

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Joe Sinnott. "The Sky Above...The Pits Below!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Joe Sinnott; Thor flies Hercules to Avengers Mansion, where he has Iron Man try to probe his mind to find out what happened to him, but Hercules comes to and lashes out smashing everything around him until Krista calms him down; Back in Asgard, Hildegarde forces her way into Odin's chambers, only to find it empty; She searches until she finds the Vizier, who tells her that Odin has vanished, and no one knows where he is; Thor had Hercules make their way back to the tunnels where he was attacked; Hercules opens up a piece of the tunnel, letting in the light, and causing the demons to flee. Appearances by Iron Man and Sif. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #231
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 231

    Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita (alterations). "A Spectre From the Past!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema (layouts/breakdowns), Dick Giordano, and Terry Austin (finished art), inks by Dick Giordano (figures) and Terry Austin (backgrounds, uncredited); Thor and Hercules return to the surface and fix the hole in the ground they created; After they are done, Blumkenn tells Thor that one of the people stopped from killing themselves has been asking for him - Jane Foster; Elsewhere, during a séance, the spirit of Armak is channeled into Arnold Nicolson. Back in a Midtown Hospital, Sif sees Thor with Jane Foster and realizes just how much he still loves her; The doctor tells Sif that there's not much hope, and that Jane has a week or two at the most; Sif returns to Asgard seeking Odin, only to find him gone; Thor flies off to fight Armak. The story pages were printed out of order; they should be 1-13, 15, 16, 14, 17, 18. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #83 (Dragon Man). 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #234
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 234

    Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Dick Giordano. "O, Bitter Victory!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott; Thor and a group of commandos sneak into Loki's camp at night, only to be captured; When General Sawyer realizes that they've been captured, he realizes the only option left is a nuclear strike; In California, Orrin saves Judith from a drunk driver by casually swatting his car aside; At Avengers Mansion, Iron Man and Firelord team up to break the barrier; Firelord flies to lead the army and rescue Thor; Thor challenges Loki to one-on-one combat with no weapons or spells, to which Thor wins. Guest appearances by Hercules and Sif. Jane Foster cameo. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #235
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 235
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    Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Frank Giacoia. "Who Lurks Beyond the Labyrinth!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott; Thor is upset about Jane Foster's condition; But while he is sulking, the Absorbing Man is stalking him; Hercules and Sif find Kamo Tharnn, but he refuses to help and attacks; Back on Earth, the Absorbing Man sneaks up behind Thor while he is focused on Jane, and absorbs the power of Mjolnir, and begins mopping the floor with Thor; Hercules knocks out Kamo Tharnn and takes the Runestaff back to Earth. Appearance by Jane Foster. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #23 (Sgt. Fury) and a statement of ownership: average print run 387,083; average paid circulation 205,838. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #356
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 356
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    Cover pencils by Bob Layton, inks by Jackson Guice. "The Power and the Pride," script by Bob Harras, pencils by Jackson Guice, inks by Bob Layton; Hercules tries to resolve a dispute between some boys as to who is stronger, he or Thor; embellishment ensues. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $0.65. Cover price $0.65.

  • Issue #408
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 408

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. First appearance of Thunderstrike (cameo) in "The Fateful Decision!", script by Tom DeFalco (plot and script) and Ron Frenz (plot), pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott (finishes); Hercules, High Evolutionary, Eric Masterson, and Thor have returned to Wundagore; High Evolutionary tells them they should leave because they are returning to study the Black Galaxy; Mongoose attacks and during the battle, Eric lifts Mjolnir, but receives a fatal blast before he can strike; Hercules manages to drive Mongoose off and Thor pleads to Odin to spare Eric; Eric becomes Thor. "There Dwells a Monster!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Mike Mignola, inks by Bob Wiacek; Thor goes to the Land of the Trolls, to stop their raids on the countryside at the source; The Rock Trolls capture Thor and present them to their leader, Grundor the Greater. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #409
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 409

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. First full appearance of Thunderstrike in "Doom Is Only Sixty Seconds Away," script by Ron Frenz (plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot and script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Thor stops two jewel thieves who have been given high tech equipment by Dr Doom; He has a plan that involves Thor in regaining control of Latveria; Doom sends the Timebot to attack Thor and Hercules; Hercules begins to fear for some reason, while Thor has another dizzy spell; During the battle, Doom succeeds in his plan to steal Mjolnir. Cameos by Spider-Man and Captain America. "To Fight The Unbeatable Foe," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Mike Mignola, inks by Bob Wiacek; Thor attacks Uroc with a blast from Mjolnir, but the demon only redirects it; Thor taunts Uroc, causing him to strike and fall into the bottomless Chasm of Eternal Sorrow. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #410
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 410

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. "Two Dooms to Destroy Me!", script by Tom DeFalco (plot and script) and Ron Frenz (plot), pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott (finishes); Hercules, She-Hulk, and Eric fly to Latveria in a Quinjet; Doom has already gotten there, and using Thors hammer, creates a time bubble around Doomstadt causing everything inside to stop; But Kristoff foresaw such an event and made himself immune to the effects; At the time device, Hercules feels another wave of fear, and Eric manages to reclaim Mjolnir. Guest starring She Hulk. "Volstagg the Lion of Asgard," script by Tom DeFalco, art by Herb Trimpe; A drunken Volstagg winds his way home, and stops himself from being robbed. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00.

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  • Issue #413
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 413

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. Doctor Strange makes a brief appearance in "Within Me Dwells a Monster!", script by Tom DeFalco (plot and script) and Ron Frenz (plot), pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott (finishes); Thor and Hercules visit Dr Strange to learn the secret behind his attacks of weakness; He learns that it was Loki who secretly ensorcelled him; During their study, Ulik begins to pound on the shield surrounding the Sanctum, and Hercules feels another wave of fear; To fight it, he races after Ulik. Brief appearances by Hercules and Loki. "Defiance Means Death!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Beta Ray Bill frees the psychic prisoners and uses the pirates own psychic energy to power the ship so the former slaves can go home. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #414
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 414

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. "Beyond Courage, Must I Strive!", script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Thor and Hercules battle an enhanced Ulik, while Lt Stone tries to stop Ulik as well; Due to his leaving abruptly, Eric lost his client and his personal life is falling apart; Marcy is determined to reclaim full custody of Kevin at any cost; Ultimately, it is Lt Stone that manages to stop Ulik. Bullpen Bulletins. Letter to the editor from Charles Novinskie of Topps Comics. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #416
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 416

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. Hercules makes a brief appearance in "The Hero and the Horror," script by Ron Frenz (plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot and script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Hercules faces the Dark Dweller and cant get over his fears; The Dweller has come to Earth in search of sustenance; Eric returns home to find Hercules under the Dwellers control and Susan about to be drained; The Dweller commands Hercules to defend him and hurls Eric over the balcony. Tales of Asgard back-up story, "The Greatest Love," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Mark Texeira; Fandral goes to visit his mother. Letter to the editor from Charles Novinskie of Topps Comics. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #417
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 417

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. Only Death Can Save Thee," script by Tom DeFalco (plot; script) and Ron Frenz (plot), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Eric manages to get his cane in front of him and transforms the instant he hits the ground; The Dweller leaves with Susan, causing Hercules to regain his self-control; They go after the Dweller and Hercules is once more in his thrall as soon as they get close; Thor uses lightning to hurt the Dweller and send him screaming into the sun; Eric and Hercules return to Erics apartment to try and clean up, but its too late. Tales of Asgard back-up, "The Abduction," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Leir has decided he wants Sif for his bride, and she accepts conditionally. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 291,480; average paid circulation 183,720. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #418
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 418

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. "Fear Kills," script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Ulik teaches the Wrecker about his powers, and he learns some new abilities; They attack Hercules, and his fears from the beating he once received from them resurfaces; Thor shows up and realizes that for his friend to ever regain his confidence, Thor must take a dive. Seeing his friend take a beating brings the old Hercules back, and the two easily send the Wrecking Crew running. Tales of Asgard back-up, "Where Lies My Loyalty?", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Sif has agreed to marry Leir, on the condition that he takes her to Midgard to warn Thor of the barrier surrounding Asgard; Vizier goes to inform Odin, but its really someone else impersonating Odin, someone who imprisons Vizier in a crystal. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #419
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 419

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Black Galaxy Saga part 1 of 6, "The Summons," script by Ron Frenz (plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot and script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); The Colnoizers are investigating disturbances in the Black Galaxy, and send a Recorder to investigate; Inside the Black Galaxy, the High Evolutionary is working towards creating a new race of gods; The Celestials sent the Replicoid to summon Thor and Hercules back to the Black Galaxy, when they are attacked by a mysterious spaceborn figure; In Asgard, seven Frost Giant children were ruthlessly slaughtered by Bellos and sacrificed into the Crack of Doom to bring about the endless circle. Tales of Asgard back-up, "Childhood's End!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Dan Panosian; Bellos of the Bold Eye tries to bring about the end of the universe. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #420
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 420

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Avengers and Captain America guest star in The Black Galaxy Saga part 2 of 6, "If Death Be My Destiny!", script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot & script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts) and Rich Yanizeski (art assist), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Stellaris is after the Replicoid, wanting vengeance against the Celestials; Thor and the Avengers fight her off, but not before she kills the Replicoid; Stellaris then sets out after another, reading of Celestial energy – Hercules; Hercules is alone watching Kevin, while Susan and Sam go to meet with Marcys lawyers; In Asgard, Odin sends the Warriors Three to Jotunheim to investigate rumors of a monstrous beast terrorizing the countryside. Tales of Asgard back-up, "Deadly Discoveries!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Dan Panosian; Odin sends the Warriors Three on a quest and Heimdall is warned that Odin is not who he thinks he is. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #421
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 421

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Black Galaxy Saga part 3 of 6, "And If Men Are Gods," script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) andTom DeFalco (plot & script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Thor and the Avengers battle Stellaris; Kevin learns that his father's friend is really Hercules, and Erick Masterson comes to a decision on the custody of his child. Tales of Asgard back-up, "When Winter Comes, It Kills," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo; The Warriors Three discover that Ymir has been freed from the Crack of Doom. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #422
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 422

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Black Galaxy Saga part 4 of 6, "Then What Are Gods?", script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot & script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Romeo Tanghal (finished art); Thor and Hercules travel to the Black Galaxy where they find the High Evolutionary and his latest attempt to evolve the human race. Tales of Asgard back-up, "The Secret of the Endless Circle!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo; The Warriors Three seek to stop Ymir while in Asgard Odin instructs Heimdall to send troops to their aid; But is Odin really who he seems? Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #423
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 423

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Black Galaxy Saga part 5 of 6, "The Day of Their Return!", script by Ron Frenz (co-plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot; script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); Thor battles a Celestial who splits him from the body of Eric Masterson; Count Tagar discovers the secret of the Black Galaxy. Tales of Asgard back-up, "If Defeat Should Come," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Heimdall and the forces of Asgard battle Ymir; The Grand Vizier discovers the truth behind Odin's strange behavior. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #424
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 424

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. The Black Galaxy Saga concludes with "Let There Be Life!", script by Ron Frenz (co-plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot; script), pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); High Evolutionary connects himself to the Analyzer to record every bit of data as the new Celestial is being created; Stellaris attempts to destroy the Celestial by causing her armor to overload, which was the final component needed to give birth to the new Celestial; As the Celestial rises up to join its brethren, it releases one of the containers that make it up, inside are Hercules and Eric; Then the Black Galaxy is no more, having been completely absorbed by the new Celestial. "The Great Deception!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Dan Panosian; Odin transforms into Surtur and fights Ymir, but in defense of Asgard? Letter to the editor from Charles Novinskie of Topps Comics. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #425
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 425

    Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. "The Flame, The Frost and the Fury!", script by Ron Frenz (plot) and Tom DeFalco (plot and script), pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Dan Bulanadi and Al Milgrom (finished art); Hercules, Eric, and Thor return to Asgard after being warned by Sif; They find Surtur and Ymir locked in combat; To defeat them, Thor must retrieve Twilight from the Sea of Eternal Night; During the battle, Thor becomes trapped, and Eric makes a fateful sacrifice; He bridges Thor and Mjolnir, and is re-merged with Thor; Thor lights Twilight in the Eternal Flame which causes Odins control over Surtur to vanish; Surtur and Ymir fight over Twilight, and while they are distracted, Thor transports them both into the Sea of Eternal Night, where they will be frozen for all time. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #1
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual 1
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    72 page giant. First appearance of Hercules in "When Titans Clash!" Cover by Jack Kirby. Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. Loki appearance. This issue also includes a diagram of Asgard and Thor reprints: "Trapped by Loki, the God of Mischief" (from Journey Into Mystery 85); "The Mysterious Radio-Active Man" (JIM 93); "The Demon Duplicators" (JIM 95); and "The Mighty Thor Battles the Lava Man" (JIM 97). Kirby cover. 76 pages, full color. Cover price $0.25.

  • Issue #5
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual 5
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    Thor battles Hercules in "The War of the Gods!" Script by Steve Englehart, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Tony DeZuniga. Appearances by Odin, Loki, and Karnilla. Cameos by Hela, Heimdall, Balder, Sif, Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, the Hulk, Captain America, the Black Panther, the Vision, and Iron Man. Jack Kirby/John Verpoorten cover. Cover price $0.50.

  • Issue #15
    Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual 15

    "The Terminus Factor" part 3 of 5, "Can Terminus Be Far Behind?" Script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Mark Mckenna. The story continues from Iron Man Annual 11 and continues in West Coast Avengers Annual 5. Hercules guest star. "Terminus Factor Media Watch." Script by Gary Barnum, art by Richard Bennett. "The Return of the Thermal Man." Script by Randall Frenz, pencils by Gary Hartle, inks by Mike DeCarlo. Pin-ups by Mike Mignola (Ulik) and Charles Vess (Loki). Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #6
    Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) 6

    "What's a God to Do?!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Hercules. Captain America cameo. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by John Romita, Jr. And Klaus Jansen. The mysterious Marnot comes to the Odinson with a boon. Plus, Jake Olson is presented with a medal to honor his bravery (see Thor (1998-2004 2nd Series) #1-2 for why) by none other then the Sentinel of Liberty himself, Captain America. Plus, the mighty Thor seeks the aid of the Lion of Olympus, but not before Hercules bestows the gift of battle on his friend. NOTE: At the same time this issue was released (Fall of 1998) Thor appeared on the television series Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. And you guested it, they fought. - Odinson, Lonestar Comics Archivist Cover price $1.99.

  • Issue #7
    Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) 7

    "Deception!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Hercules. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by John Romita, Jr. And Klaus Jansen. Thor and Hercules have arrived on fabled Mount Olympus only to find the home of the Olympian Gods ravaged. But even worse is the news they are met with from Lord Zeus himself. For it was the Asgardians who attacked Olympus. Refusing to believe such heresy, Thor vows to find the true culprits behind the fall of Asgard and Olympus. Hercules' story continues in Thunderbolts #22. Cover price $1.99.

  • Issue #12
    Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) 12

    Dark Wars: Part 3 of 3. Special Double-Size Issue. Guest-starring Hercules. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by John Romita, Jr. And Klaus Jansen. This is it! The final battle for the fate of Asgard and the future of mankind. His sacred hammer made whole once more, the God of Thunder with the Lion of Olympus, Hercules, and the unstoppable Destroyer by his side makes an all out attack on the indomitable Dark Gods. The Nine Worlds tremble when gods make war! 48 pages. Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #13
    Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) 13

    "The Work of Odin!" Hercules cameo. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by John Romita, Jr. And Klaus Jansen. At last, the secrets of Marnot are revealed! Who is this mysterious benefactor of the Thunder God's? He who can make even the Mistress of the Underworld, Hela, falter in her step? Cover price $1.99.

  • Issue #2001
    Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) Annual 2001

    1st appearance of Desak - "When Fall the Gods!" Guest-starring Hercules and Beta Ray Bill. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Tom Grummett, Al Vey, Karl Kesel, and Scott Hanna. Cover by Steve Lightle. Thor, the mighty God of Thunder, unites with his brothers-in-arms, the cybernetically and divinely empowered Beta Ray Bill and the Lion of Olympus himself, Hercules, for a journey like no other before it. Apart there are few obstacles that can stand before these heroes. Together they are a nigh-unstoppable force for good. But can even these three powerful forces for good survive an encounter with Desak, the Destroyer of Gods? Cover price $3.50.

  • Issue #3
    Thor Blood Oath (2005) 3

    Written by MIKE AVON OEMING Pencils and Cover by SCOTT KOLINS Thor and the Warriors Three take the long way around to the World Tree to begin their journey to recover the first of several mystical items only to find signs of the beginning of the Asgardian world and the end of it! Then, in issue 3: THOR FIGHTS HERCULES FOR THE ENTIRE ISSUE! THOR VS. HERCULES! HERCULES VS. THOR! FIGHTS GALORE! Drawn by the amazing pen of Scott Kolins and Thor Dissasembled writer Mike Avon Oeming, this is but the beginning of a long journey full of action, fights and classic Marvel Thor. Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Blood Oath HC (2006 Marvel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor: Blood Oath (2005) #1-6.

    Written by MICHAEL AVON OEMING. Art by SCOTT KOLINS. Cover by SCOTT KOLINS.

    Travel back in Marvel history for a classic Thor adventure! Stepping out of the past of the glorious days of Kirby, Lee and Buscema, THOR: BLOOD OATH presents Thor in his prime, with your favorite cast - including Odin, Balder, the Warriors Three and more! The Warriors Three are put on trial for murder. Standing beside his brothers-in-arms, Thor ties himself to their fate, as they are sent on an impossible journey by the Giants to pay their 'weird' a blood price for the killing of a Giant's son. Thor and his three allies will journey across the lands, through Greece, Midgard, Asia and Africa, and clash with gods, monsters, the dead, and occasionally each other!

    Hardcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Blood Oath TPB (2006 Marvel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor: Blood Oath (2005) #1-6.

    Written by MICHAEL AVON OEMING. Art by SCOTT KOLINS. Cover by SCOTT KOLINS.

    Travel back in Marvel history for a classic Thor adventure! Stepping out of the past of the glorious days of Kirby, Lee and Buscema, THOR: BLOOD OATH presents Thor in his prime, with your favorite cast - including Odin, Balder, the Warriors Three and more! The Warriors Three are put on trial for murder. Standing beside his brothers-in-arms, Thor ties himself to their fate, as they are sent on an impossible journey by the Giants to pay their 'weird' a blood price for the killing of a Giant's son. Thor and his three allies will journey across the lands, through Greece, Midgard, Asia and Africa, and clash with gods, monsters, the dead, and occasionally each other!

    Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Even an Immortal Can Die TPB (2023 Marvel) Epic Collection 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #260-280 and ANNUAL #6-7, and Marvel Preview (1975-1981 Magazine) #10. Written by Len Wein, Roy Thomas, Bill Mantlo, Don Glut, Don Thompson, Maggie Thompson, and Roger Stern. Art by Walt Simonson, John Buscema, Alan Kupperberg, Wayne Boring, Sal Buscema, Val Mayerik, Virgilio Redondo, Rudy Nebres, Tony DeZuniga, Ernie Chan, Joe Sinnott, Tom Palmer, Chic Stone, Pablo Marcos, Klaus Janson, and Jim Starlin. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Back Cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Writer Len Wein is joined by all-time great THOR artist Walter Simonson, and there's no question that what's in store will be legendary! Odin has disappeared, and Asgard needs its All-Father, so Thor ventures across the vastness of space to find him. But his quest will bring him into conflict with the Enchantress, the Executioner, the Destroyer and, of course, Loki! Then, Roy Thomas and John Buscema take up the hammer! Tapping deep into Thor's mythic roots, the duo crafts amazing adventures featuring the death of Balder, the Midgard Serpent and a new Norse Thor! Also featuring rare Thor and Hercules stories from MARVEL PREVIEW, a team-up with the Guardians of the Galaxy against Korvac, and the beginning of the epic Eternals saga! Softcover, 520 pages, full color. Rated T NOTE: Book 9 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1977-1979. Cover price $49.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Gods, Gladiators and the Guardians of the Galaxy TPB (2013 Marvel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #267-271 and Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) Annual #5-6.

    Written by Len Wein, Roger Stern, and Steve Englehart. Art by Walt Simonson, Tony DeZuniga, Sal Buscema, Klaus Janson, and John Buscema. Cover by John Buscema.

    The God of Thunder's most thrilling adventures are chronicled in this tumultuous, time-spanning tome!

    First, Thor tackles two technological terrors: the dastardly Damocles and his Cobalt Cannon, and the computerized consciousness called FAUST!

    Then, it's a war of the gods as Thor and his followers take on Marvel's resident Prince of Power, Hercules, and his own awesome army!

    And last but not least, the far-flung futuristic finale features Thor and Marvel's soon-to-be Silver Screen stars the Guardians of the Galaxy in blazing battle against Korvac and his Minions of Menace!

    Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Hel on Earth TPB (2023 Marvel) Epic Collection 1-1ST


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    NOTE: Book 22 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1994-1995.

    1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #476-490, Thor (1962-1996 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual #19, and material from The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) Annual #23. Written by Roy Thomas, Tom DeFalco, Glenn Greenberg, and Ron Frenz. Art by M. C. Wyman, Stewart Johnson, Sandu Florea, John Buscema, Jerry DeClaire, Robert Walker, Mike DeCarlo, Lou Harrison, Keith Pollard, Don Hudson, Jim Amash, Carmen Imperato, Patrick Olliffe, and Romeo Tanghal. Cover by Sandu Florea and Charles Barnett III. Back Cover by M. C. Wyman and Mike DeCarlo. Who is Don Blake?! For years, Thor thought "Blake" was a mortal guise created by Odin - so how is he standing here, alive and well? The all-powerful Destroyer interrupts Thor's quest for answers - but when he finally confronts Odin, he finds another Thor waiting for him! Red Norvell is back - but why? And can Odin's shocking revelations about Blake be believed? Thor rejoins the High Evolutionary's cosmic conflict - but when Kurse returns, manipulated by an old foe and backed by a squad of undead allies, Thor is in for a battle that might destroy New York City! Can the Hulk help Thor fight his way to Hel and back? Plus: Thor battles the Thing and War Machine! And Loki and Pluto team up to kill Thor and Hercules! Softcover, 512 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $49.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor In Mortal Flesh TPB (2023 Marvel) Epic Collection 2nd Edition 1-1ST


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    NOTE: Book 17 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1989-1990.

    2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #401-418 and Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) Annual #14. Written by Randall Frenz, Ron Frenz, Tom DeFalco, Roy Thomas, Bob Layton, Peter Sanderson, and Ralph Macchio. Art by Ron Frenz, Rich Yanizeski, Herb Trimpe, Al Milgrom, Tom Morgan, Gary Hartle, Tony DeZuniga, Mike Mignola, Bob Layton, Ron Lim, Bo Hampton, Jim Valentino, Mark Bagley, Mark Texeira, Hector Collazo, Joe Sinnott, Don Heck, Mike DeCarlo, Mike Gustovich, Bob Wiacek, Ernie Chan, Gary Martin, and Keith Williams. Cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Sinnott. To spare a life, Thor makes the ultimate sacrifice! With the fate of his friend Eric Masterson in the balance, Thor steps in - and finds himself once again bonded to a mortal form! But which deadly foe will bring about such dire straits? Could it be Quicksand? The maniacal Mongoose? A new Executioner? Or as an untethered Asgard drifts into the Negative Zone, Annihilus? As a new era begins for Thor, another legendary hero returns: Zounds, it's Hercules! It will take the combined might of these godly friends, plus She-Hulk, to face not one but two Dooms! In another heavyweight bout, Thor takes on the Juggernaut - with the New Warriors lending a hand! Plus: The High Evolutionary! Doctor Strange! The Thing! Tales of Asgard! Beta Ray Bill! And Ulik joins the Wrecking Crew! Softcover, 488 pages, full color. Cover price $44.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor Ragnaroks TPB (2017 Marvel) By Mike Avon Oeming 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor: Blood Oath (2005) #1-6, Thor (1998-2004 2nd Series) #80-85 and Stormbreaker: The Saga of Beta Ray Bill (2005) #1-6.

    Written by Mike Avon Oeming and Daniel Berman. Art by Scott Kolins and Andrea Di Vito. Cover by Steve Epting.

    Three Asgardian epics in one legendary volume! In a tale from Asgard's glory days, Thor stands beside his brothers-in-arms when the Warriors Three stand trial for murder - and ties himself to their fate!

    Years later, the end is nigh for the gods - and only Thor, Captain America and Iron Man can stave off Ragnarok, the end of all things! But will the Odinson be Asgard's savior, or the architect of its downfall? And will noble alien warrior Beta Ray Bill escape the end of one world only to face his own when he encounters a creature who turns his enemies to dust to fuel the stars?

    Can he save his people from cosmic immolation?

    Softcover, 448 pages, full color.

    Cover price $34.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor The Black Galaxy Saga TPB (2011 Marvel) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) #419-425.

    Written by TOM DEFALCO. Art and cover by RON FRENZ.

    The Black Galaxy beckons, and the mysteries of the living bioverse wait to be discovered! The Celestials are converging, the High Evolutionary and his new race of men are prepared to exploit the new universe, and the Watcher...watches. Meanwhile, Thor, Hercules and the Avengers must face the threat of Stellaris on Earth before rocketing into space! You won't believe what waits for the God of Thunder in the deadly Black Galaxy!

    Softcover, 232 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor The Dark Gods TPB (2000 Marvel's Finest) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Thor (1998-2004 2nd Series) #9-13.

    Guest-starring Hercules.

    Written by Dan Jurgens. Art and cover by John Romita, Jr.

    A mysterious pantheon of malevolent gods have decimated fabled Asgard. Now, once again, it falls to the Mighty Thor to save his homeland. But this time he'll need some help from his friend, the Lion of Olympus, Hercules, and a surprise ally in order to defeat these powerful new foes.

    Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

    Cover price $15.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor The Thor War TPB (2020 Marvel) Epic Collection 1st Edition 1-1ST


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    1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Mighty Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #437-450 and ANNUAL #16-17.

    Cover by Ron Frenz and Al Milgrom.

    Thor Corps unite!

    Eric Masterson is still settling into his role as the replacement Thor - and Hercules' "training" isn't much help. Will Eric be able to keep up when he joins forces with Beta Ray Bill and Dargo Ktor, the 26th-century Thunder God? Zarrko the Tomorrow Man may be more than even they can handle when he plucks a cadre of classic Thor villains out of the timestream to join him - including the scheming Loki!

    Meanwhile, Balder and Sif search for the real Odinson. When Dr. Donald Blake returns, could it be a clue? And why is Eric Masterson heading into Hell itself?

    Plus: Operation Galactic Storm takes Thor into space! Dargo meets the Guardians of the Galaxy! Thor battles Absorbing Man, Titania and...Spider-Man?! And the deadly debut of Bloodaxe!

    Softcover, 472 pages, full color. Rated T

    NOTE: Book 19 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1991-1992.

    Credits:

    Written by Ron Frenz, Tom DeFalco, Michael Heisler, Roy Thomas, George Caragonne, John Lewandowski, Peter Sanderson, and Len Kaminski.

    Art by Ron Frenz, Al Milgrom, Patrick Olliffe, Alex Trimpe, Herb Trimpe, Fred Fredericks, Alex Trimpe, Kevin West, Kirk Jarvinen, Kevin Kobasic, Rich Yanizeski, Gary Hartle, Bob Petrecca, BradVancata, Bud LaRosa, Ariane Lenshoek, Ray Kryssing, and Geof Isherwood.

    Cover price $39.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor The Thor War TPB (2022 Marvel) Epic Collection 2nd Edition 1-1ST


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    2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Mighty Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #437-450 and ANNUAL #16-17.

    Cover by Ron Frenz and Al Milgrom.

    Thor Corps unite!

    Eric Masterson is still settling into his role as the replacement Thor - and Hercules' "training" isn't much help. Will Eric be able to keep up when he joins forces with Beta Ray Bill and Dargo Ktor, the 26th-century Thunder God? Zarrko the Tomorrow Man may be more than even they can handle when he plucks a cadre of classic Thor villains out of the timestream to join him - including the scheming Loki!

    Meanwhile, Balder and Sif search for the real Odinson. When Dr. Donald Blake returns, could it be a clue? And why is Eric Masterson heading into Hell itself?

    Plus: Operation Galactic Storm takes Thor into space! Dargo meets the Guardians of the Galaxy! Thor battles Absorbing Man, Titania and...Spider-Man?! And the deadly debut of Bloodaxe!

    Softcover, 472 pages, full color. Rated T

    NOTE: Book 19 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1991-1992.

    Credits:

    Written by Ron Frenz, Tom DeFalco, Michael Heisler, Roy Thomas, George Caragonne, John Lewandowski, Peter Sanderson, and Len Kaminski.

    Art by Ron Frenz, Al Milgrom, Patrick Olliffe, Alex Trimpe, Herb Trimpe, Fred Fredericks, Alex Trimpe, Kevin West, Kirk Jarvinen, Kevin Kobasic, Rich Yanizeski, Gary Hartle, Bob Petrecca, BradVancata, Bud LaRosa, Ariane Lenshoek, Ray Kryssing, and Geof Isherwood.

    Cover price $44.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Thor The Wrath of Odin TPB (2022 Marvel) Epic Collection 2nd Edition 1-1ST


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    2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects Thor (1962-1996 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) #131-153 and ANNUAL #2.

    Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby, Vince Colletta, and Bill Everett. Cover by Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta.

    A masterpiece of immortal action and boundless drama, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's Thor is a cornerstone of the Marvel Universe. And in this Epic Collection, Thor's saga explodes onto the cosmic stage with the debut of Ego, the Living Planet! And the action continues nonstop with the High Evolutionary, Ulik the Troll and the unstoppable Destroyer!

    Then, Loki conspires to have Odin strip Thor of his power and banish him to Earth. Stranded, Thor must struggle to survive the machinations of his scheming half brother, all while attempting to return to All-Father Odin's good graces!

    Plus: The return of Lady Sif - and battles against the Growing Man, Replicus, the Super-Skrull and your favorite enchanted-crowbar-wielding galoot, the Wrecker!

    Softcover, 512 pages, full color.

    NOTE: Book 3 of the Mighty Thor Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1966-1968.

    Cover price $49.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Three Stooges The Knuckleheads Return TPB (1989 Malibu Graphics) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Collects material from Four Color (1942-1962 Dell Series 2) #1043 and 1170, The Three Stooges (1960-1972 Dell/Gold Key) #11, 15, 31, and 34, and The Three Stooges Meet Hercules (1962 Dell) Movie Classics #208.

    Introduction by Jim Korkis.

    THE KNUCKLEHEADS ARE BACK!

    Near the top of the list of unexplained phenomena in the universe are The Three Stooges - Larry, Moe, and Curly (and sometimes Shemp). Between 1934 and 1958 they starred in 190 comedy films that have become a mainstay of television stations worldwide.

    Now the knuckleheads are back in this collection of their classic comic misadventures including: Up AN' Atom, Bogus Takes a Beating, The Mark of Zero, Ali Blah Blah and the Forty Thieves, Knights in a Daze, and full length adaptations of their movies The Three Stooges Meet Hercules and The Three Stooges Go Around the World in a Daze!

    Softcover, 144 pages, B&W.

    Cover price $14.95.

  • Issue #22
    Thunderbolts (1997 Marvel) 22

    "Decisions Part 3: Taking a Stand" Guest-starring Hercules. Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Scott Hanna. Cover by Mark Bagley and Scott Hanna. It's official: Hawkeye is the new leader of the Thunderbolts! But before he takes over, Clint Barton gives one edict to his future charges! Anyone on the team that has previously committed a murder... must turn himself or herself into the police! Are there any past killers on the T-Bolts? Just one (that Hawkeye knows of): MACH-1! However any action on that front is postponed, once Hercules busts into the T-Bolts' cabin! The Lion of Olympus is enraged and craving revenge against Atlas (for the events of Avengers 274)! And nothing or no one is going to stop him! Wow, the Thunderbolts vs. the Prince of Power! Good luck to Marvel's Most Wanted! Thunderbolts Lineup: Atlas, Hawkeye, Jolt, MACH-1, Moonstone, and Songbird. (Notes: The T-Bolts appear next in the Thunderbolts Wizard Edition also known as Thunderbolts #0; and then meet the Avengers for the second time in Avengers (3rd series) #12. This issue features a gatefold cover.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Thunderbolts Classic TPB (2016 Marvel) 2nd Edition 3-1ST

    2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collects Thunderbolts (1997-2012 Marvel) #15-22 and #0, Captain America (1998 3rd series) Annual 1998 and Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #12.

    Written by Kurt Busiek, Karl Kesel and Barbara Kesel. Art by Mark Bagley, George Perez, Al Milgrom, Scott Hanna, Jon Holdredge, Greg Adams, Al Vey and Bob Wiacek. Cover by Mark Bagley and Al Milgrom.

    The Thunderbolts return to Earth after an interdimensional journey to Kosmos, but there's no rest for the weary as they find themselves pursued by S.H.I.E.L.D. - as well as a recovering Baron Zemo who's out for their blood! Has this team of villains posing as heroes truly reformed? And even so, will anyone believe them? One person might - a surprising figure from the ranks of the mighty Avengers, who briefly went down a villainous road himself many years before: The Avenging Archer, Hawkeye! He could offer the T-Bolts redemption, but at what price?

    Plus: Atlas must face the mighty Hercules, who seeks revenge for injuries suffered in years past!

    Guest-starring the Masters of Evil, Captain America and the Avengers - and introducing the new Citizen V!

    Softcover, 288 pages, full color.

    Cover price $34.99.