Cave Kids #5
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "All for Fame and Fame for All," the Cave Kids set out to help the zoo by capturing a Spotted-Spotted Plumpasaurus—only to uncover a surprising twist involving a man painting acorns yellow. When their good deed leads to a cave trap, they’re rescued by the mysterious Rocky Ranger, who helps expose a scam involving a fake lemon orchard. Written and illustrated by Harvey Eisenberg, with cover art by Eisenberg and Larry Mayer, this 1964 Western Comics gem blends whimsy and clever mischief in a story where fame, honesty, and a new water fountain for the zoo take center stage.
In "All for Fame and Fame for All," the Cave Kids set out to help the zoo by capturing a Spotted-Spotted Plumpasaurus—only to uncover a prank involving painted acorns and a shady real estate scheme. When the acorn painter traps them in a cave, they’re rescued by the mysterious Rocky Ranger, leading to a surprising twist about the so-called "lemon orchard." With the truth revealed, the kids use their reward to give back, turning their adventure into a moment of generosity.
When the Cave Kids get a watchdog to keep the snack rat at bay, things go hilariously wrong—especially when the dog’s first attempt to catch the thief sends their food supply tumbling. Now they’ve got a new problem: the watchdog’s not just guarding the snacks, he’s helping himself.
In "All-Balled-Up," Gypsy Crystal’s crystal ball seems broken—until she discovers it’s not malfunctioning, but forecasting a storm. After the Wizard of Oog dismisses it as useless, she retrieves the ball just in time to guide the Cave Kids to safety from a flooded river. With a flash of light, she brings sunshine back to the cave, proving her crystal’s true magic.
In "The Heel-Type Hero," Suzy and Sally Quartz jump to conclusions when they see Rocky Ranger locking up his flapposaurus, convinced he’s gone rogue—until they learn he’s actually saving hats on a windy day, with the flapposaurus secured so he won’t get blown away. The story unfolds with playful misunderstandings and a heartwarming resolution as the kids help Rocky tidy up his cave, learning that heroes aren’t always what they seem.
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Reprinted in Familien Flint #12/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #15/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #16/1965 (1965), Familien Flint #5/1966 (1966), Familien Flint #12/1967 (1967), Familie Feuerstein #38
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