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Amazing Stories of Suspense#231
Cover: Paul Reinman

Amazing Stories of Suspense #231

Jan 1987 · Alan Class · 0.55 GBP
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In "The Sinister Agents of the Nameless One," the Mighty Crusaders join forces with the Ultra Men and the Terrific Three in a high-stakes clash against the enigmatic Nameless One and his coded operatives, D.E.M.O.N. When the Spider discovers the villains have captured every hero, he launches a desperate assault on their stronghold—only to accidentally set them free. Written by Jerry Ess and illustrated by Paul Are with inks by Paul Are, this 1987 British classic features dynamic art and a tense, escalating mystery. The cover by Paul Reinman captures the shadowy menace of the Nameless One’s scheme.

Contains 20 stories
The Sinister Agents of the Nameless One
24 pp · Superhero
Mighty Crusaders [Fly ManFly GirlShieldCometBlack Hood]the agents of D.E.M.O.N. (Destruction, Extortion, Murder, Oppression, Nefariousness-- a terrorist group)The Terrific Three [Mr. JusticeSteel SterlingJaguar]The Ultra Men [FoxWebCaptain Flag]Jack Desmond (agent of A.U.N.T.I.E.)The Nameless Onethe Spider

In "The Sinister Agents of the Nameless One," the Mighty Crusaders join forces with the Ultra Men and the Terrific Three to confront the enigmatic Nameless One and his deadly agents, codenamed D.E.M.O.N. When the Spider uncovers the villain’s plan to eliminate every hero, he launches a desperate assault on the Nameless One’s stronghold—only to accidentally set them free.

Fade-Out!
4 pp · Fantasy
The Great Fado
The Frightened Ones!
3 pp · Science Fiction
The Man Who Left No Prints
4 pp · Fantasy
Blake NelsonJeff Winkler
The Strange Wife of Henry Johnson!
4 pp · Science Fiction
Henry JohnsonHenry Johnson's unnamed alien wife
Menace of the Mirror
3 pp · Science Fiction
RaynorGarson

In "Menace of the Mirror," a scientist's experiment with a machine meant to animate mirror reflections takes a terrifying turn when he discovers the unsettling truth: he is not the creator, but the reflection all along. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, this chilling 1987 tale from *Amazing Stories of Suspense* turns the familiar act of looking into a mirror into a profound psychological twist.

Those in Hiding!
3 pp · Fantasy, Science Fiction
The Bully Boy!
6 pp · Science Fiction
Henry Fuller

In "The Bully Boy!" from *Amazing Stories of Suspense* #231 (1987), a reclusive student named Jo finds himself targeted by classmates until an electronic teacher intervenes, offering to transform him through rigorous training in strength and combat. As Jo grows physically powerful, his newfound confidence takes a dark turn—mirroring the very behavior he once endured—leaving the machine that guided him to question the cost of its success.

Valley of No Return!
3 pp · Fantasy
BurtGreg

In the wilds of the northern woods, hunter Burt stops his friend Greg from shooting a white eagle—only to find themselves stranded and in danger when a sudden storm separates them. Guided through the treacherous terrain by the very bird they spared, they survive against all odds, led by a creature tied to an old legend said to be the spirit of a long-dead Native chief.

The Girl in the Black Hood!
5 pp · Horror-Suspense
Medusa [May Dusa]Mr. Jones

In "The Girl in the Black Hood!" from *Amazing Stories of Suspense* #231 (1987), a reclusive photographer known only by her mysterious black hood becomes the target of a desperate thief—only to reveal a terrifying truth when he forces her to remove her hood. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, the story unfolds with chilling precision, turning a simple robbery into a moment of mythic horror.

Power Mad!
4 pp
Conrad EltonOctober (his dog)Boris Luvain (Mayor of Nordsburg)Christina Urbanacouncilman Brolig
They'll Never Find Me
3 pp · Science Fiction
Jerry Owens

In "They'll Never Find Me," a fugitive takes refuge aboard a satellite bound for a half-century orbit, where he must decide between returning to prison or embracing a solitary life among the stars. The story’s quiet tension builds as Jo faces the weight of his choice, trapped between past and future with no clear path forward.

The Whirlpool
4 pp · Fantasy
Jeff Dawson
All Alone
4 pp · Science Fiction
Gini
The Traveling Companion
4 pp · Science Fiction
Thomas DrakeJohn Simms
She Never Returned!
3 pp · Fantasy
Josef (merman)Laura (mermaid)her mothergrandfather Neptune
The Uninvited!
4 pp · Science Fiction
Albert Manning
The Green Man
4 pp · Fantasy
RayLou
The Day the Earth Froze
4 pp · Science Fiction
Dr. RoyoDr. GolaEvansBurkeProfessor KayvilleDr. WinfieldHattie Dimock
The Terrible Fate of Mr. Wren!
3 pp · Humor, Science Fiction
Hubert Wren

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Full credits

writer Jerry Ess
artist, inker Paul Are
letterer Sam Rosen
cover pencils, inks Paul Reinman

Reprints

↩ Reprints World of Fantasy #3 (1956), World of Fantasy #4 (1956), Uncanny Tales #50 (1956), Tales to Astonish #32 (1962), The Mighty Crusaders #5 (1966), Creepy Worlds #125 (1971), Amazing Stories of Suspense #29, Amazing Stories of Suspense #93, Sinister Tales #21, Sinister Tales #86

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