80 Page Giant Magazine #2
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The War Between Superman and Jimmy Olsen!", Jimmy Olsen takes on a bizarre assignment from intergalactic scientists, gaining mind-reading powers and a temporary green, scaly transformation after a week-long experiment from Jupiter. As he races to win the Newsman of the Year award, his newfound ability leads him to a shocking realization about Clark Kent—just as his rival Vince Regan schemes to expose him. Written by Alvin Schwartz and illustrated by Curt Swan with inks by Ray Burnley, this 1964 DC classic features a cover by Curt Swan and George Klein, capturing the absurdity and charm of a moment when even the Daily Planet’s most loyal reporter becomes an alien in disguise.
In this classic 1964 tale from 80 Page Giant Magazine #2, a clever twist of fate sees Jimmy Olsen swapped with a Kandorian criminal who demands Superman reveal the Fortress of Solitude to destroy Kandor. With time running out and the fate of the tiny city hanging in the balance, the scientists of Kandor race to reverse the switch before it's too late.
When Jimmy accidentally comes into contact with a mysterious green substance from space, he discovers his body has become completely elastic—stretching, bouncing, and contorting in ways no one else can. Forced to hide his new powers in a traveling freak show, he’s drawn into a criminal underworld that sees his abilities as a tool for theft and chaos. But even as his elastic form begins to fade, Jimmy finds a way to turn the tide.
In "The Jimmy Olsen from Jupiter," Jimmy agrees to a bizarre week-long experiment with visitors from Jupiter, gaining mind-reading powers and a green, scaly transformation. Using his new abilities to chase scoops for Newsman of the Year—while hiding his alien appearance—he uncovers Clark Kent’s secret identity in a startling moment of mental insight. As his rival Vince Regan plots to expose him, Jimmy’s time on Jupiter ends just in time, returning him to normal before the ceremony. The Jovians declare the experiment a success, and their help ensures Superman’s secret remains safe.
When Jimmy accidentally swallows Professor Potter’s Pinocchio serum, his nose starts growing every time he lies—turning a simple fib into a full-blown spectacle. Lois, ever the mischievous reporter, sees an opportunity and secretly doses Clark with the same serum, setting off a chain of awkward truths and hilarious tension.
When the usual host of the "Midnite Scare Theater," Phanto, is injured, Jimmy steps in as the new Neslo—and quickly discovers the show's chilling act has a dangerously real side. As the audience gasps and screams each night, Jimmy begins to wonder if the terror he's conjuring is more than just performance.
When a mistaken pill turns Jimmy into a towering giant with a child’s mind, Superman steps in to help—only to discover the antidote is hidden in the most unexpected place. A heartfelt mix of science, scale, and sincerity unfolds as the Man of Steel tries to restore Jimmy to normal, all while navigating the chaos of a world suddenly too small.
In "The Human Flame-Thrower!", Jimmy, a young man transformed by a lab accident involving Prof. Potter’s experiment, gains the power to breathe fire—only to accidentally burn a charity donation meant to help others. Forced into a dangerous situation when a criminal known as "Hot Shot" Holton exploits his ability for robbery, Jimmy must find a way to reclaim control. With Superman’s help on the horizon and a simple solution just within reach, Jimmy’s journey becomes a test of courage and quick thinking.
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