Colossal Comic #35
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Blind Boy of Steel," Superboy is struck by a freak lightning bolt that ignites kryptonite within a meteor, granting him diamond vision he can't control—forcing him to keep his eyes shut at all times. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated by George Papp, this 1965 tale explores the unique challenge of a hero whose greatest power comes at the cost of his sight. The cover, by Hart Amos, captures the moment with striking intensity.
In "The Blind Boy of Steel," Superboy is struck by a freak lightning bolt that ignites kryptonite within a meteor, granting him diamond vision he can't control—forcing him to keep his eyes shut at all times. Written by a team whose names aren't listed here, the story explores how Superboy navigates a world he can no longer see, relying on instinct and the help of those around him.
In "The Tomb of Ramfis," Professor Daniels uncovers an ancient Egyptian scroll that promises to rewrite history—using its incantation, he journeys back in time to clear his name, only to find himself entangled in a mystery far older than his own scandal. The story unfolds in the shadow of forgotten tombs and forgotten gods, where every step forward risks unraveling the past.
In "The Ice Crimes of Mr. Zero," a scientist’s fateful experiment transforms him into a living ice entity, turning him into a chilling threat to Gotham. As frost spreads in his wake, Batman and Robin must confront a villain whose very presence freezes the city—and their resolve.
In "The Mad Hatter of Metropolis," Jimmy takes a whimsical trip through history when he interviews a collector of legendary men's hats—Napoleon, Robin Hood, Houdini, and Captain Alan—only to accidentally unleash a cascade of absurd, heroic feats. With the help of unseen forces and a touch of magic in the air, Jimmy finds himself channeling the legendary abilities of each hat’s wearer, from outsmarting crooks to outrunning danger—until even Clark Kent’s old hat becomes a key to a new kind of fame.
In "The Secret of Batman Island!" from Colossal Comic #35 (1965), the reclusive founder and owner of the mysterious island finds himself pursued by dangerous criminals who know he’s been filming evidence that could expose them. With the island’s hidden secrets and the threat of exposure closing in, he must outwit those who want to silence him—before they destroy everything he’s built.
In "The Airborne Batman," Batman's efforts to stop a stampeding elephant leave him injured, forcing him to rely on a daring new method to continue his fight against Gotham’s rising tide of crime—taking to the skies with a makeshift flying rig. With the city in chaos and villains emboldened, the Dark Knight must adapt, proving that even grounded, he’s still a force to be reckoned with.
In "The Legend of the Golden Lion," a fearless hunter's compassion is tested when he spares a golden lion caught in a trap—only to find the beast returns his kindness when a gorilla threatens him. The story unfolds with quiet tension and unexpected loyalty, weaving a tale of trust between man and beast.
When Bruce and Dick arrive at the Bat-Cave to switch into their superhero identities, they’re met with a shocking sight: the body of a man notorious for peddling secrets to the underworld. With the Bat-Cave’s safety now in question, Batman and Robin must uncover whether this man’s betrayal led to the cave’s location being exposed—before the next threat arrives.
In "The Super-Sword," Superman’s rescue of the ancient Black Knight from a frozen tomb unleashes a modern-day menace. When the knight’s enchanted blade wounds the Man of Steel, the criminal "Bull" Mathews sees his chance to profit—only to discover the entire encounter was a trap designed to bring him down.
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