AUGUST 1973

CHARACTERS – CARSON, HOBART

STORYLINE – To Wake the Dead; The Slayer Wore Skirts; Dead Men Do Tell Tales

To Wake the Dead – A ruthless real estate developer named Carson pressures an old man, Hobart, to sell his property. When Hobart refuses, Carson desecrates the surrounding land, including Hobart’s family cemetery. Disturbing the graves awakens supernatural forces, leading to terrifying consequences for Carson.

The Slayer Wore Skirts – A suspenseful tale involving a female killer whose identity and motives unfold in a shocking twist. The story blends noir-style crime with horror elements, showing how appearances can deceive.

Dead Men Do Tell Tales – A ghostly narrative where the dead return to reveal hidden truths. This story emphasizes revenge from beyond the grave and the inevitability of justice, even when delivered supernaturally

PUBLISHER – DC COMICS

WRITER – Leo Dorfman, Carl Wessler, George Kashdan

INTERIOR ART – Ernie Chan, Rico Rival, E.R. Cruz

COVER ART – Nick Cardy

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NOVEMBER 1971

CHARACTERS – PAUL CLAYTON, MARK LANSING, SHADOW BEINGS, CLARA DANE, DR. KRAGG, ALAN PIERCE, MAZE ENTITY

STORYLINE – Farewell to a Fading Star; The Brain Thief; Beyond the Shadows; The Menace of the Maze; The Deadly Widow’s Web

Farewell to a Fading Star – A tragic tale of a once-famous actor whose career has collapsed. Obsessed with reclaiming his glory, he makes a desperate bargain that leads to a haunting downfall.

Beyond the Shadows – A gothic horror story where a man discovers that shadows conceal more than darkness. His curiosity leads him into a realm of terror lurking just beyond the visible world.

The Deadly Widow’s Web – A suspenseful narrative involving a black widow spider as a central motif. A woman’s deadly allure entangles unsuspecting victims in a web of deceit and doom.

The Brain Thief – A science-horror tale about a criminal who steals not just possessions but minds. Experiments with brain transplants spiral into grotesque consequences.

The Menace of the Maze – A psychological thriller set in a labyrinth where escape seems impossible. The maze itself becomes a metaphor for fear, confusion, and entrapment.

PUBLISHER – DC COMICS

WRITER – Carl Wessler

INTERIOR ART – John Calnan, Nick Cardy, Jerry Grandenetti, Mort Meskin, George Tuska

COVER ART – Nick Cardy

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NOVEMBER 1968

CHARACTERS – Johnny Peril, Mad Mod Witch, Fashion Thing

STORYLINE – Baptism by Starfire!; The Vengeful Windmill; Die, Dream Girl, Die!

 “Baptism by Starfire” – Johnny Peril, the recurring adventurer in DC’s horror/fantasy line, faces a supernatural ordeal involving cosmic fire. The story blends fantasy and supernatural danger, with Peril confronting forces beyond human understanding. Written by George Kashdan, illustrated by Jack Sparling, and lettered by Ray Holloway.

“The Vengeful Windmill!” – A standalone horror tale centered on a cursed or haunted windmill. The narrative explores revenge and supernatural justice, typical of DC’s anthology horror style. Art by Jack Sparling, continuing the eerie atmosphere of the issue.

Tales of the Mad Mod Witch – “Die, Dream Girl—Die!” – The Mad Mod Witch, one of DC’s anthology hosts, introduces this chilling story. A tale of dark obsession and fatal consequences, where a “dream girl” becomes the target of supernatural vengeance. Written by Dave Wood with art by Bill Draut.

PUBLISHER – DC COMICS

WRITER – George Kashdan, Dave Wood

INTERIOR ART – Jack Sparling, Bill Draut

COVER ART – Jack Sparling

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JANUARY 1984 – MINI-SERIES – NEWSSTAND VARIANT

1^ST APPEARANCES – GURENI TELSIG, IKA SULKO, ARVEL CRYNYD, NIEN NUNB

CHARACTERS – ADMIRAL ACKBAR, ARVEL CRYNCL, C-3PO, CHEWBACCA, CHIEF CHIRPA, DARTH VADER, EMPEROR PALPATINE, GURENI TELSIG, HAN SOLO, IKA SULKO, LANDO CALRISSIAN, LOGRAY, LUKE SKYWALKER, NIEN NUNB, OBI-WAN KENOBI, PRINCESS LEIA, R2-D2, WEDGE ANTILLES, WICKET, YODA

STORYLINE – THE FINAL DUEL

The rebels attempt to destroy the second Death Star while Luke duels with Darth Vader and tries to find the good in him.

Guide Notes – Continues r/Marvel Super Special #27

PUBLISHER – MARVEL COMICS

WRITER – Archie Goodwin, George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan

INTERIOR ART – Al Williamson, Rick Bryant, Ron Frenz

COVER ART – Bill Sienkiewicz

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DECEMBER 1983 – MINI-SERIES – NEWSSTAND VARIANT

1^ST APPEARANCES – ADMIRAL ACKBAR, EWOKS. JUDDER PAGE, MERRICK SIMMS, GENERAL CRIX MADINE

CHARACTERS – ADMIRAL ACKBAR, C-3PO, CHEWBACCA, CHIEF CHIRPA, DARTH VADER, EMPEROR PALPATINE, THE EWOK, GENERAL CRIX MADINE, HAN SOLO, JUDDER PAGE, LANDO CALRISSIAN, LOGRAY, LUKE SKYWALKER, MERRICK SIMS, MON MOTHMA, PATEESA, PRINCESS LEIA, R2-D2, REE-YEES, SCOUT TROOPERS, TESSEK, WICKET

STORYLINE – MISSION TO ENDOR

The Rebels travel to Endor to deactivate the Death Star II’s deflector shield, while Luke Skywalker tells Leia Organa of her true heritage.

Guide Notes – Continues r/Marvel Super Special #27

PUBLISHER – MARVEL COMICS

WRITER – Archie Goodwin, George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan

INTERIOR ART – Al Williamson, Rick Bryant, Paul Becton

COVER ART – Bill Sienkiewicz

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NOVEMBER 1983 – MINI-SERIES – NEWSSTAND VARIANT

1^ST APPEARANCES – FIRST FULL APPEARANCE OF EMPEROR PALPATINE, FIRST APP BARADA, NIKTO

CHARACTERS – ADMIRAL PIETT, BARADA, BIB FORTUNA, BOBA FETT, C-3PO, CHEWBACCA, DARTH VADER, EMPEROR PALPATINE, HAN SOLO, IMPERIAL COMMANDER, JABBA THE HUT, LANDO CALRISSIAN, LUKE SKYWALKER, MOFF JERJERROD, OBI-WAN KENOBI, PAGETTI ROOK, PRINCESS LEIA, R2-D2, REE-YEES, SALACIOUS CRUMB, SARLACC, TESSEK, YODA

STORYLINE – THE EMPEROR COMMANDS

Luke Skywalker returns to Dagobah while Emperor Palpatine plots to bring him to the dark side of the Force.

Guide Notes – Continues r/Marvel Super Special #27

PUBLISHER – MARVEL COMICS

WRITER – Archie Goodwin, George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan

INTERIOR ART – Al Williamson, Rick Bryant, Paul Becton

COVER ART – Bill Sienkiewicz

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OCTOBER 1983 – MINI-SERIES – NEWSSTAND VARIANT

1^ST APPEARANCES – 1st Appearance of Jabba the Hutt, Salacious B. Crumb, the Rancor, Ree-Yees, Blanaid, Buboicullaar, Amanaman, Ortugg, Pagetti Rook, TT-8L

CHARACTERS – AMANAMAN, BIB FORTUNA, BLANAID, BOBA FETT, BUBOICULLAAR, C-3PO, CHEWBACCA, DARTH VADER, DROOPY MCCOOL, EMPEROR PALPATINE, EV-9D9, HAN SOLO, JABBA THE HUT, LANDO CALRISSIAN, LUKE SKYWALKER, MAX REBO, MOFF JERJERROD, OOLA, ORTUGG, PAGETTI ROOK, PATEESA, PRINCESS LEIA, R2-D2, ROEE-YEES, SALACIOUS CRUMB, SARLACC, SY SNOOTLES, TESSEK, TT-8L

STORYLINE – In the Hands of Jabba the Hutt!

Darth Vader checks on the status of the Death Star II while the Rebels attempt to rescue Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt.

Guide Notes – Williamson-p in all; r/Marvel Super Special #27

PUBLISHER – MARVEL COMICS

WRITER – Archie Goodwin, George Lucas, Lawrence Kasdan

INTERIOR ART – Al Williamson, Rick Bryant

COVER ART – Bill Sienkiewicz

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