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The Flash 80pg. Giant #9 (1965, DC Comics)

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The Flash #9 from 1965 is an issue of the original “The Flash” comic book series published by DC Comics. It is a thicker square bound book in addition to being a larger volume comic with many stories. One of the main stories is Flash of Two Worlds where Barry Allen disappears. He then reappears on an alternate Earth where he has several flashbacks and adventures as he tries to figure out what is going on. There are a whole host of villains. Some of the antagonists are Fiddler, Shade and the Thinker.

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ORIGIN STORY OF THE FLASH

The Flash is one of DC Comics’ most iconic superheroes and he has had several iterations and origin stories throughout the years. The original Flash is Barry Allen.

Barry Allen’s origin story begins with a lightning bolt striking a shelf of chemicals in his police laboratory. Barry is struck by lightning while he is covered in chemical. This grants him superhuman speed and reflexes. His inspiration is his comic book hero, Jay Garrick, the original Flash from the 1940s. Barry decides to use his newfound abilities to protect Central City as the Flash.

Barry Allen, as the Flash, becomes a founding member of the Justice League of America and fights crime alongside other iconic superheroes. His super-speed helps him to apprehend criminals, solve cases, and prevent disasters. Barry’s costume consists of a red bodysuit with a lightning bolt symbol on his chest as well as his distinctive winged helmet.

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Girl Confessions #22 (1953 Atlas Comics)

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Girl Confessions #22 was published by Atlas Comics (which later became Marvel Comics) in 1953. It features romance comics and a bit of mid-century “good-girl” scandal stories.

The Girl Confessions series ran from 1952 to 1954 and finished when the Comic Code came into effect so this is considered to be your “pre-code” romance or good-girl although by today’s standard, it will not seem that shocking. These are just a nice snippet of what life was like in the 1950s and what defined scandalous.

All of the series are self-contained so you do not need to have read the previous books to know what is going on. The art is unique as the characters are drawn much differently in both this as well as the pre-code horror. They are drawn to give them a realistic appearance.

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Batman #131 (1960 DC Comics)

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Batman #131 was published by DC Comics in 1960. It features the Batwoman cover and Batman and Robin as a team. Written by Bill Finger with artwork from Ira Schnapp and Sheldon Moldoff.

It has several stories including one with Bat-Hound where he is struck and given amesia. I certainly wouldn’t want my dogs having amnesia but Bat-Hounds seems to handle it just fine as he goes on a series of adventures saving people and at the end of the story, has an operation to cure the amnesia so he is back to good old Bat-Hound.

The issue is quite spendy in higher grades so please examine all the pics as this is a low grade book with a good portion of the cover missing but it is a good hole filler for anyone who is on a budget and looking to collect some of the keys.

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ORIGIN STORY OF ACE THE BAT-HOUND

The Bat-Hound, also known as Ace the Bat-Hound, is a fictional canine character in the DC Comics universe. His origin story varies slightly depending on the continuity, but the general concept remains the same.

In most versions, Ace was introduced as a loyal and crime-fighting companion to Batman and Robin. His first appearance was in “Batman” issue #92 in June 1955. The story, titled “Ace, the Bat-Hound,” was written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Sheldon Moldoff.

The origin of Ace typically involves a stray dog who is taken in by Batman and Robin. In some versions, Batman rescues Ace from a gang of criminals or saves him from an accident, while in others, the dog simply wanders into the Batcave on his own.

Once Ace becomes a member of the Batman family, he undergoes training to become a crime-fighting partner. Batman and Robin equip Ace with a utility collar that includes a radio receiver for receiving commands, a Bat-symbol-emblazoned collar, and other gadgets to aid in his crime-fighting endeavors.

Ace often assists Batman and Robin in their investigations, using his keen senses and loyalty to track down criminals. He has been portrayed as an intelligent and capable dog, possessing skills such as tracking scents, detecting hidden objects, and even helping in combat situations.

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Fantastic Four #57 CGC 2.5 1966 Marvel Doctor Doom Cover

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Fantastic Four #57, also known as “Enter: Dr. Doom!”, was originally published in December 1966 by Marvel Comics. It was written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Jack Kirby. This issue is notable for featuring the first full appearance of one of Marvel’s most iconic villains, Doctor Doom.

In the story, the Fantastic Four confront Doctor Doom, who had previously appeared in Fantastic Four #5 in a brief cameo. In this issue, Doom captures the Thing and replaces him with a robot duplicate to infiltrate the team. The remaining members of the Fantastic Four, Mr. Fantastic, the Invisible Woman, and the Human Torch, must rescue their comrade and stop Doom’s plans.

In Fantastic Four #57, Doctor Doom shows he is a power-hungry supervillain and he has a suit of armor that grants him various abilities. He is the arch-nemesis of the Fantastic Four. He remains one of Marvel’s most enduring and complex villains.

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Who is Doctor Doom?

Doctor Doom, whose real name is Victor von Doom, is one of Marvel Comics’ most iconic supervillains. He was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby and made his first appearance in Fantastic Four #5 in July 1962.

Victor von Doom is a brilliant scientist and sorcerer who hails from the fictional European country of Latveria. He is known for his mastery of both science and magic, making him a formidable adversary for heroes across the Marvel Universe. Doom is particularly associated with the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four, as he considers their leader, Mr. Fantastic (Reed Richards), to be his greatest rival.

Doom’s is known for his desire for power and control. He believes that he alone has the intellect and strength to lead the world. And, he will achieve that by any means necessary. Doom wears a metal suit of armor, which gives him enhanced strength and durability. This armor also conceals the severe facial scarring he suffered in a failed experiment.

Throughout the years, Doctor Doom has clashed with numerous Marvel heroes, including the Avengers, Spider-Man, and the X-Men. Despite his villainous nature, Doom has occasionally been portrayed as a complex character with a sense of honor. He has a genuine desire to protect his people in Latveria. He is depicted as an anti-hero at times, teaming up with other heroes to face greater threats.

Doctor Doom’s combination of intelligence, magical prowess, and technological expertise, coupled with his relentless pursuit of power, has cemented him as one of Marvel’s most iconic and enduring villains.

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Tales to Astonish #44 CGC 0.5 Origin & 1st Wasp

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The first appearance of Marvel’s Wasp, also known as Janet Van Dyne, was in “Tales to Astonish” #44, which was published in June 1963. She was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. Janet Van Dyne became the first female superhero in the Marvel Universe to take on the Wasp mantle and became a founding member of the superhero team known as the Avengers.

Tales to Astonish #44 CGC 0.5 Origin & 1st Wasp

Tales to Astonish #44 is the first Appearance of Wasp — so WHO IS WASP?

The origin story of Marvel’s Wasp, Janet Van Dyne, involves a tragic event and a transformative encounter. Here’s a summary of her origin:

Janet Van Dyne was the daughter of Vernon Van Dyne, a wealthy scientist and industrialist. After her father’s death in a tragic accident, Janet sought the help of Dr. Henry “Hank” Pym, a brilliant scientist and adventurer. Dr. Pym had been experimenting with size-changing technology and had created a serum that allowed him to shrink down to the size of an insect while retaining his strength.

Janet convinced Dr. Pym to help her avenge her father’s death, and together they devised a plan. Dr. Pym designed a special suit for Janet, complete with wings and bio-electric blasters, and modified his shrinking serum for her use. Janet became the Wasp, a costumed superhero with the ability to fly, shrink, and fire bio-electric blasts.

In their first mission together, Janet and Dr. Pym confronted the villainous alien creature known as the Black Knight. They successfully defeated him, and Janet continued to operate as the Wasp alongside Dr. Pym, who had taken on the identity of Ant-Man. They soon joined forces with Iron Man, Thor, and the Hulk to form the Avengers, Earth’s mightiest heroes.

Over the years, Janet Van Dyne played a vital role in the Avengers, using her size-changing abilities, flight, and energy blasts to aid her teammates and battle various supervillains. She became an integral part of the Marvel Universe and a respected superhero in her own right.

It’s worth noting that in later comic book storylines, Janet’s origin and role as the Wasp have been expanded upon and evolved, adding further depth to her character.

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