Chili #25

A classic slice of Marvel's lighter side, Chili #25 brings the rivalry front and center as the red-haired Chili squares off against a blonde competitor near a very sudsy car wash, while a smitten young man — complete with floating hearts — is completely oblivious to the watery chaos unfolding around him. The snappy speech bubbles crackle with confidence, Chili making it crystal clear she's not about to be outdone, and the cover art by Stan G. (inked by Stan Goldberg) captures that breezy, fashion-forward early-'70s energy in every panel. At just 20 cents in 1973, this was an easy pick for anyone who enjoyed their Marvel comics with a generous helping of wit and style.