80 Page Giant Magazine #5
In "The Crimes of the Catwoman!" from 80 Page Giant Magazine #5 (1964), Vicki Vale spins a daring lie to fend off the Shah of Nairomi’s romantic advances—claiming she’s engaged to Batman. To keep the peace, the Dark Knight reluctantly plays along, turning an unlikely publicity stunt into a high-stakes game of deception. Written by David Vern and illustrated by Dick Sprang with inks by Charles Paris, the story unfolds with sharp wit and classic noir flair, while Win Mortimer’s dynamic cover captures the tension of the moment.
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To deflect unwanted romantic attention from the Shah of Nairomi, Vicki Vale announces to the world that she is engaged to Batman. To avoid an awkward international incident, The Caped Crusader plays along with the scheme.
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