Detective Comics #24

In "Tic-Tac-Toe," Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster deliver a wild, early adventure as Slam and Shorty bounce between bizarre futures and the present, facing strange threats in a world that's anything but ordinary. The story marks one of the earliest appearances of these characters in the DC Universe, with the duo’s chaotic journey landing them in a 1938 they’re eager to escape—just as Professor Kenton offers a ride into history. The cover by Fred Guardineer captures the moment with a striking, dynamic scene that perfectly sets the tone for the issue’s offbeat energy.