Comic books March 1981

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March 7, 1981. Features include Strontium Dog stars in "Portrait of a Mutant" part 3 (script by Alan Grant, art by Carlos Ezquerra), the Mean Arena (script by Tom Tully, art by J. Johnson), Return to Armageddon (script by Malcolm Shaw, art by Redondo), Judge Dredd (art by T.B. Grover, art by Ron Smith), and Meltdown Man (script by Alan Hebden, art by Belardinelli), and "Last Thought" (script by Ian Rogan, art by John Higgins). Ezquerra front cover. Back cover is Tharg's Future Worlds by Dave Gibbons and is part three of a giant poster.

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March 14, 1981. Features include Strontium Dog in "Portrait of a Mutant" part 4 (script by Alan Grant, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Return to Armageddon (script by Malcolm Shaw, art by Jesus Redondo), Tharg's Future-Shocks in "Grawks Bearing Gifts" (script by Alan Moore, art by Q. Twerk), Judge Dredd in "Who Killed Pug Ugly?" (script by T.B. Grover, art by Ron Smith), Meltdown Man (script by Alan Hebden, art by Belardinelli). Redondo front cover. Tharg's Future Worlds back cover by Dave Gibbons (part four of a giant poster).

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March 21, 1981. Features include Strontium Dog stars in "Portrait of a Mutant" part 5 (script by Alan Grant, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Meltdown Manh (art by Alan Hebden, art by Belardinalli), Return to Armageddon (script by Malcolm Shaw, art by Jesus Redondo), Tharg's Future-Shocks: "Trail and Error" (script by Kelvin Gosnell, art by M. Dorey), and Judge Dredd in "The Alien Way" (script by T.B. Grover, art by Emberton). Mike McMahon front cover. Superman stars in a back cover public service announcement.

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March 28, 1981. Features include Strontium Dog in "Portrait of a Mutant" part 6 (script by Alan Grant, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Tharg's Future-Shocks: "The Easy Kill" (script by R.E. Wright, art by Garry Leach), Judge Dredd in "Alone in a Crowd" (script by T.B. Grover, art by Steve Dillon), Return to Armageddon (script by Malcolm Shaw, art by Jesus Redondo), and Meltdown Man (script by Alan Hebden, art by Belardinelli). Dave Gibbons front cover. Tharg's Future Worlds back cover by Gibbons (part 5 of a giant poster).

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Cover pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Dick Giordano. "The War for Peace!", script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Dave Hunt; Superman recovers a religious artifact beloved by two races and stops them from going to war upon each other on Christmas Eve. "Brother Rat," script by J. M. DeMatteis, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Don Heck; Aquaman learns from Vulko that Mera will die unless she returns to her other-dimensional world before long; Nonetheless, she accompanies her husband to New York City, where they fight Ocean Master, who leaps off a building to his apparent death. 36 Pages, Full Color, $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

Mark Jeweler Variant. It is believed these variants were distributed only in regions near U.S. military bases. Cover art by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano. The War for Peace! starring Superman, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Dave Hunt. Brother Rat starring Aquaman, script by J. M. DeMatteis, art by Don Heck. 32 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.40.

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 15p cover price. Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Dick Giordano. "Countdown of the Killer Computer," script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Frank Chiaramonte; Superman is confronted by Brainiac again, who manipulates the contents of the Fortress of Solitude against him. "Sunspotter's Crime Collection," script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Romeo Tanghal, inks by Kim DeMulder; The Atom and Air Wave are individually trapped by Sunspotter, who is bent on robbing wealthy hobbyists. 36 pgs.

March 1981. Vintage men's interest magazine featuring articles, fiction stories, adult humor comics and nude pin-up girls. In this issue: Sex in Las Vegas - where to find it and how much to pay; a Nevada madam's born-again brothel; and Swinging Marriages - why they work! 8-in. x 11-in. Mature Readers Cover price $2.95.

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Harlan Ellison character used in Dial H for Hero story. Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Bob Smith. To Save a World--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Larry Mahlstedt; features characters helped into creation by reader fan mail. The Red Death--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Dennis Jensen. As the Silver Fog Rolls In...--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Dennis Jensen. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 15p cover price. Harlan Ellison character used in Dial H for Hero story. Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Bob Smith. To Save a World--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Larry Mahlstedt; features characters helped into creation by reader fan mail. The Red Death--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Dennis Jensen. As the Silver Fog Rolls In...--Dial "H" For Hero, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Dennis Jensen. 36 Pages, Full Color.

1st printing. By Phil Yeh. Gail Tokuda is an aspiring actress, Bernie Chen is a struggling writer, Tisa is a radical Feminist.....and Frank is a unicorn. From New York City to San Francisco to Hollywood, anything can and does happen! Softcover (Horizontal Format), 5-in. x 8-in., 64 pages, B&W Cover price $4.95.

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Direct Edition. "Then Shall We Both Be Betrayed!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Script by Denny O'Neil. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Al Milgrom. After torching Peter Parker's Chelsea apartment, the Wizard and Llyra go back to Ryker's Island and free the Sandman and the Trapster! And just like that the Frightful Four is together again! Meanwhile in midtown, a tired web-slinger (and his fellow tenants) check into a nice hotel following their narrow escape from their burning building last issue. But out of the blue the Sub-Mariner smashes into one of the adjoining rooms and threatens Peter's attractive neighbor! Aunt May's nephew is furious! Are Spider-Man and the Avenging Son going to throw down again? Why yes they are! And the winner gets...the Frightful Four! (Notes: Llyra previously appeared in Sub-Mariner (1st series) 50. This issue includes a bizarre full-page parody of the cover to the classic Uncanny X-Men 142 (by Jim Salicrup and Terry Austin). The Sentinel on the cover says: "Hi kids! We're back again! And we've killed all the X-Men! Really! 'Cept Kitty, and she's real small." It's believed that Amazing Spider-Man 214 was the only issue that featured this special advertisement.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

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Newsstand Edition. "Then Shall We Both Be Betrayed!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Script by Denny O'Neil. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Al Milgrom. After torching Peter Parker's Chelsea apartment, the Wizard and Llyra go back to Ryker's Island and free the Sandman and the Trapster! And just like that the Frightful Four is together again! Meanwhile in midtown, a tired web-slinger (and his fellow tenants) check into a nice hotel following their narrow escape from their burning building last issue. But out of the blue the Sub-Mariner smashes into one of the adjoining rooms and threatens Peter's attractive neighbor! Aunt May's nephew is furious! Are Spider-Man and the Avenging Son going to throw down again? Why yes they are! And the winner gets...the Frightful Four! (Notes: Llyra previously appeared in Sub-Mariner (1st series) 50. This issue includes a bizarre full-page parody of the cover to the classic Uncanny X-Men 142 (by Jim Salicrup and Terry Austin). The Sentinel on the cover says: "Hi kids! We're back again! And we've killed all the X-Men! Really! 'Cept Kitty, and she's real small." It's believed that Amazing Spider-Man 214 was the only issue that featured this special advertisement.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. "Then Shall We Both Be Betrayed!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Script by Denny O'Neil. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and Al Milgrom. After torching Peter Parker's Chelsea apartment, the Wizard and Llyra go back to Ryker's Island and free the Sandman and the Trapster! And just like that the Frightful Four is together again! Meanwhile in midtown, a tired web-slinger (and his fellow tenants) check into a nice hotel following their narrow escape from their burning building last issue. But out of the blue the Sub-Mariner smashes into one of the adjoining rooms and threatens Peter's attractive neighbor! Aunt May's nephew is furious! Are Spider-Man and the Avenging Son going to throw down again? Why yes they are! And the winner gets...the Frightful Four! (Notes: Llyra previously appeared in Sub-Mariner (1st series) 50. This issue includes a bizarre full-page parody of the cover to the classic Uncanny X-Men 142 (by Jim Salicrup and Terry Austin). The Sentinel on the cover says: "Hi kids! We're back again! And we've killed all the X-Men! Really! 'Cept Kitty, and she's real small." It's believed that Amazing Spider-Man 214 was the only issue that featured this special advertisement.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

March, 1981;

Vol. 6 #5, Mar. 1981 - Article on Excalibur and interview with Robert De Niro. 8.5" x 11", 80 pages, PC/B&W. Cover price $2.00.

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March 1981. Cover by Paul Lehr. Stories: "Shuttle Down"(Conclusion) by Lee Correy, "Paradise Misplaced" by Ian Stewart, "We're Working on it" by Robin Kincaid, "The Shroud" by Michael McCollum, and "Mustard Seed" by Jayge Carr. Science Fact article: "And Now-Supergravity!" by Margaret L. Silbar. Softcover, 5.25-in. x 7.5-in.; 178 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $1.50.

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March 1981. Cover by Wayne Barlowe. Stories: "The Venetian Court" by Charles L. Harness, "Hollow Victory" by Timothy Zahn, "Schrodinger's Cat" by Rudy Rucker, "Incredibility Gap" by Ian Stewart, "Seek Not Prometheus" by Edward A. Byers, and "Security Blanket" by Paul J. Nahin. Science Fact article: "Xenobiology" by Dr. Robert A. Freitas. Softcover, 5.25-in. x 7.5-in.; 178 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $1.50.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "The Chase Case," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; When Archie leaves school to pick up his forgotten book report, he is chased by what he thinks is a truant officer. Penny Wise half-page Li'l Jinx story by Joe Edwards. Pun My Word! activity page by Joe Edwards. "Goal Toal," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Rudy Lapick; When Moose is distracted by Midge at a hockey game, Archie has Dilton photograph her with the opposing team to make Moose up his game. "Season of Slush," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie complains about winter until he saves Veronica from a car spraying snow. Archie's Casual Fashions page, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. "Treble Trouble," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Archie gets into trouble when he repairs another girl's snowmobile. Hostess snack cakes ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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The World of Archie. Cover art by Stan Goldberg. "Down Memory Lame," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Archie is very forgetful but can remember every detail of the outfit Veronica wore on their date weeks ago. "The Waiter!" one-page story, script and art by Joe Edwards; Charley learns why people who see the doctor are called patients. "Rink Highjinks," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, Jr, inks by Rudy Lapick; In a roller skating competition Reggie sabotages the other contestants. "Tarzan of Riverdale," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, Jr; Archie dresses up as Tarzan for a school play and ends up rescuing a child from a burning building. Archie Club News. Archie's Gag Bag. "Mind Grind," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Frank Doyle; Dilton tries to use psychology to make Betty lose interest in Archie. Hostess Twinkies Cakes ad with Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover art by Dan DeCarlo. Electric Lady, script by Claire Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; Veronica's battery operated heated jumpsuit impresses her friends, until the battery dies and the winter wind whips through the flimsy material. Wish You Were Here, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo Jr., inks by Jim DeCarlo; Archie has been with Betty for three straight days and Veronica can't stand it. The All-American Look fashion page with Betty, art by Dan DeCarlo Jr. Culture Shock, script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo; The class tours the local art museum and Veronica is singularly unimpressed with the exhibits. 36 pgs. $0.50. Cover price $0.40.

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. "Pin Spin," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie's poor bowling skills give him the attention of all the girls in the bowling alley. "Square Dance," script and art by Joe Edwards; Li'l Jinx plans a square dance. "Mr. Weatherbee Gag Bag," pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Two comic strips featuring Mr. Weatherbee from the Archie newspaper series. Veronica's Sweater Girl Fashions illustration, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Veronica models sweaters designed by readers. "Zero Hero," script by George Gladir, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Pop Tate tells Dilton to join the football team to attract girls, so Dilton watches the team practice. "Say It with Flowers," script by Frank Doyle, pencils by Bob Bolling, inks by Rudy Lapick; Reggie tries to pull a prank on Archie, but it backfires. Archie Club News. "The Nose Knows" activity page with Archie. "Blowup," script by Frank Doyle, art by Harry Lucey; Chuck uses his father's position as gym teacher to push the other kids around. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

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Cover art by Stan Goldberg. Short-Changed, script and pencils by Dick Malmgren, inks by Jon D. Lil Jinx humor page by Joe Edwards. Slow Burn starring Miss Beazly, Moose, and Mr. Weatherbee. Astro Loony starring Archie, Jughead, and Veronica. Score Lore; Dilton's computer expertise has helped the football team to analyze their opponents and win games but Dilton wants to actually play in a game. 36 pgs. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

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March 16 1981 - Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, Text (With B&W illustrations and photos). Cover price $1.50.

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"Shadow of the Claw!" Part 2 of 2. Plot by Bob Budiansky. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Alan Kupperberg. Inks by Dan Green. Cover by Alan Kupperberg and Dan Green. The Avengers have returned home following their overseas encounter with the Yellow Claw on his island fortress. But Captain America remains suspicious about the aging villain and his operations in the South China Sea. When one of the Claw's repentant henchmen shows up at Avengers Mansion, Earth's Mightiest Heroes blaze a trail back across the Pacific Ocean to Australia! However, the Bludgeoner, Transformer, and Compressor are lying in wait for the heroes down under! While Cap, Shell-head, and company duel with the killer cyborgs, the Vision takes the battle directly to the Chinese mastermind himself! Can the Avengers scratch and claw their way to victory? Or will the Yellow Claw and his offspring rule the world? (Notes: The Yellow Claw appears next in Marvel Fanfare 31. This issue includes a full-page ad for the first issue of the Dazzler series.) Cover price $0.50.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. "Shadow of the Claw!" Part 2 of 2. Plot by Bob Budiansky. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Alan Kupperberg. Inks by Dan Green. Cover by Alan Kupperberg and Dan Green. The Avengers have returned home following their overseas encounter with the Yellow Claw on his island fortress. But Captain America remains suspicious about the aging villain and his operations in the South China Sea. When one of the Claw's repentant henchmen shows up at Avengers Mansion, Earth's Mightiest Heroes blaze a trail back across the Pacific Ocean to Australia! However, the Bludgeoner, Transformer, and Compressor are lying in wait for the heroes down under! While Cap, Shell-head, and company duel with the killer cyborgs, the Vision takes the battle directly to the Chinese mastermind himself! Can the Avengers scratch and claw their way to victory? Or will the Yellow Claw and his offspring rule the world? (Notes: The Yellow Claw appears next in Marvel Fanfare 31. This issue includes a full-page ad for the first issue of the Dazzler series.) Cover price $0.50.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. "Fire in the Streets!" Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by Gene Colan. Inks by Dan Green. Cover by Gene Colan and Dan Green. A massive chemical fire is burning in Jersey City! The local fire department can't contain it and neither can the Human Torch! So Earth's Mightiest Heroes are on the way to help! Iron Man and the Vision enter the rampaging blaze first, but are repulsed by the intense heat! Next the Beast, Captain America, Jocasta, Scarlet Witch, and Wonder Man don protective suits and walk into the fire! What will be waiting for them at the heart of the inferno? (Note: The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 440,819; average paid circulation 235,791.) 32 pages Cover price $0.50.

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Cover by Jim Aparo. "The China Syndrome." 17 pages. Part 2 of 4. Story by Marv Wolfman. Pencils by Irv Novick. Inks by Frank McLaughlin. Batman and Talia face laser armed assassins as they try to travel to Hong Cong to thwart Ras Al Ghuls latest scheme. "Shanghaied." 8 pages. Story by Marv Wolfman. Pencils by Irv Novick. Inks by John Celardo. Robin and Catwoman work behind the scenes to aid Batman in the issues lead tale. That does not mean their mission is any less dangerous though. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

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UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 15p cover price. Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. Your United Nations at Work public service announcement. The Great Clayface - Joker Feud starring Batman, Batwoman, Robin, and Bat-Girl, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. The Boyhood of Bruce Wayne Jr. starring the Second Batman and Robin Team and Batwoman, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. 36 pgs. $0.12.

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March 7, 1981

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March 14, 1981

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March 21, 1981. Published by IPC Magazines, Ltd. in the U.K. "Tough action war stories every week!" Combined with Valiant (also an IPC publication). 9 x 11 in.; black and white (color centerspread); 32 pages; 15p cover price.

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March 28, 1981

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Cover by Pat Masulli & Rocke Mastroserio. Stories and art by Bill Montes, Ernie Bache, Jerry Grandenetti and Rocke Mastroserio. War comics from Charlton highlighting American conflicts of the 20th century, from World War I to Vietnam. A squad leader faces the pressure of leading men under fire. Company clerk Pete Marshall gets his first up-close look at combat. A "regimental combat team" is among the earliest US troops to join the war in Vietnam. Squad Leader; Breakthrough; Jungle-Fortress. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

The Baum Bugle: A Journal of Oz (1981) Volume 25 #1 is published three times annually by The International Wizard of Oz Club. Front cover: Polychrome depicted by Cheryl Herren, 28 pages, B&W.