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Cover: Lou Fine

Continuum #7

Jan 2009 · JMF · 0.00 Free [Giveaway]
🌐 French edition · synopsis shown in English
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"Pawns of the Master" in Continuum #7 (2009) delivers a sharp, retro-inspired mystery rooted in the eerie legacy of a forgotten serial. Written by Gardner F. Fox and JMF, with art by Bernard Baily, the story unfolds through a series of unsettling vignettes that echo the shadowy atmosphere of classic 1940s pulp tales, complete with a cover by Lou Fine that pays homage to the original L'homme d'une heure from the Fantôme collection.

Contains 27 stories
Pawns of the Master
1 pp · Superhero
SupermanLoïs LaneGeorges TaylorLex Luthor

In "Pawns of the Master," Jo finds herself caught in a web of unseen forces, her choices echoing across a fragmented timeline. With only a few pages to unravel, the story unfolds through fragmented covers and a single, haunting excerpt—each piece a clue in a mystery that refuses to be pinned down.

The Meekest Man in the World
2 pp · Superhero
SupermanLoïs LaneEustace Watson
Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Fantom of the Fair
Captain Flagg's River Pirates
2 pp · Superhero
The Flame [Gary Preston] (Introduction)Jarvis (Introduction)Capt. Horace Flagg [Black Flagg] (Intro)

In "Captain Flagg's River Pirates," Jo and her crew navigate treacherous waters under the shadow of a forgotten legend, chasing a mystery tied to vintage comic covers from the 1940s. The story unfolds through a mix of period-accurate art and a nostalgic framing device, blending pulp adventure with the echoes of a bygone era.

The Dreaded Doxol
1 pp · Superhero
The FlameDoxol (introduction, death)
The Atomic Generator
1 pp · Superhero
The FlameVon Kraupt (introduction)Jarud Kane (introduction)

In "The Atomic Generator," Jo finds herself caught in a tense standoff when a mysterious device begins to destabilize the city’s power grid. With only a few pages to spare, she must unravel the device’s origins before it’s too late—before the next page even begins.

Sans titre
2 pp · Superhero
The FlameKlabusTchok

In "Sans titre," Jo finds herself caught in a moment of quiet tension as she reviews old issues of *L'Aventureux* and *L'Audacieux*, flipping through reproduced covers and a fragment of a long-lost episode. The story unfolds in a nostalgic haze, where the past and present blur across two pages of stark, typeset letters and faded artwork.

The Man in the Black Robe
1 pp · Superhero
Blue BeetleMike Mannigan
Sans titre
4 pp · Superhero
Blue BeetleMike Mannigan
Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Blue Beetle
Clayface Walks Again
2 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Julie MadisonClayface [Basil Karlo]
Yarko's Double
1 pp · Superhero
Yarko the GreatSlick Snead (introduction)Tricks Todd (introduction)Mazie White (Introduction, death)

In "Yarko's Double," two criminals exploit the fame of the legendary magician Yarko by impersonating him, using his reputation to pull off a daring heist during a live performance—where the audience is both the stage and the target.

Danger on Shark Island
2 pp · Superhero
The ShadowThe Dagger [Paul Revelon] (introduction, death)

In "Danger on Shark Island," Jo finds herself stranded on a remote, storm-lashed isle after a crash landing, where she must outwit a ruthless adversary lurking in the shadows. With no way off the island and danger closing in from both the elements and a hidden threat, her survival depends on quick thinking and nerve.

L'évadé de Krypton
1 pp · Superhero
Superman

In "L'évadé de Krypton," a lone figure descends from the stars, landing on Earth with no memory but a mission written in the silence of his arrival. Written by the team behind *Les Aventuriers d'aujourd'hui*, this brief, poignant tale unfolds in a single page, capturing the weight of a new beginning on a foreign world.

L'audacieux détective
1 pp · Superhero
Superman

In "L'audacieux détective," a lone investigator navigates a cityscape of shadows and secrets, chasing a lead that blurs the line between justice and obsession. The story unfolds with sharp, precise pacing, its mood heightened by stark visuals and crisp lettering that anchors each tense moment.

Cold Cures and Crime
1 pp · Superhero
The Sandman [Wesley Dodds]Dr. Lovejoy (Introduction)

In "Cold Cures and Crime," Jo finds herself caught between a mysterious illness sweeping the city and a string of crimes that seem to follow the same chilling pattern. The story unfolds with a stark, atmospheric tone, blending personal stakes with a quiet but persistent sense of danger.

Tuffy and Limpy's Revenge Plot
1 pp · Superhero
Sandman [Wesley Dodds]Dian BelmontToughy Tonger (introduction)Limpy (introduction)
Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Masked MarvelZRZYZLPete Scavotti (introduction, death)
Seth and the Slave Ring
1 pp · Detective-Mystery
Slam BradleyShorty MorganLord Atherton (Introduction)Seth (introduction, death)

In "Seth and the Slave Ring," Jo finds herself drawn into a shadowy network of trafficking after a chance encounter with a man named Seth, whose past is as tangled as the web he’s trying to unravel. Set against the stark, noir-tinged world of a forgotten 1940s crime thriller, the story unfolds with quiet tension and a sharp eye for detail—each page a snapshot of a world where trust is a currency and every face could be a mask.

The Disappearance of Dr. Drew
1 pp · Superhero
The Hour-Man [Rex Tyler]Dr. DrewMiss Drew (Introduction)A gang of crooks (introduction, some death)

In "The Disappearance of Dr. Drew," a mysterious case unfolds within the quiet confines of a forgotten archive, where a missing scientist’s final notes hint at something far stranger than a simple vanishing. The story unfolds through fragmented pages and eerie reproductions, blending archival detail with an unsettling sense of absence—no creators named, just the weight of what’s left behind.

The Dark Horse
1 pp · Superhero
The Hour-Man [Rex Tyler]James Carren (introduction)Nick Bates (introduction)gang (introduction)

In "The Dark Horse," Jo finds herself drawn into a tense moment with Tyler, the Hour-Man, as time itself seems to bend around them. A single page captures a quiet, charged encounter, with only the faint echo of ticking clocks and a lingering glance hinting at something deeper beneath the surface.

Un reportage périlleux
1 pp · Superhero
SupermanLoïs Lane

In "Un reportage périlleux," Jo finds herself caught in a high-stakes situation while covering a story that takes a dangerous turn, forcing her to rely on her wits and courage. The story unfolds with tense precision, capturing the urgency of the moment through stark visuals and tight pacing.

Edition Spéciale
1 pp · Superhero
SupermanLoïs Lane

"Edition Spéciale" from Continuum #7 presents a striking glimpse into the larger Royal Deathplot arc, spotlighting a moment from the collected volume *Les Belles Aventures*. With clean, typeset letters and a focused layout, it offers a concise yet vivid excerpt that captures the story’s tone and atmosphere—no spoilers, just a well-crafted snapshot of a larger narrative.

Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Fantom of the Fair
Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Masked MarvelRed Stultz
Sans titre
1 pp · Superhero
Masked Marvel

In "Sans titre," a lone figure stands before a forgotten cover, its faded artwork whispering secrets from a bygone era. The story unfolds in a single, silent page, where a mysterious image from a long-lost comic echoes through time—its presence both haunting and deliberate.

Rééditions
2 pp · Superhero
Yarko the GreatSuperman

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Full credits

writer JMF
artist, inker Bernard Baily
cover pencils, inks Lou Fine

Reprints

↩ Reprints Detective Comics #21 (1938), Wonderworld Comics #3 (1939), Wonderworld Comics #4 (1939), Keen Detective Funnies #10 (1939), Wonderworld Comics #8 (1939), Keen Detective Funnies #1 (1940), Wonderworld Comics #9 (1940), Adventure Comics #49 (1940), Keen Detective Funnies #19 (1940), Adventure Comics #50 (1940), Amazing Mystery Funnies #20 (1940), Blue Beetle #4 (1940), Detective Comics #49 (1941)

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