Disney Masters #17
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume collects the complete 1960s Italian newspaper strip 'The Man from Altacraz,' a rare Mickey Mouse adventure serial written and drawn by Romano Scarpa. The story, originally published in the Italian daily Topolino, sees Mickey and Goofy investigating a mysterious island prison that harbors a secret beyond its walls. As part of Fantagraphics' Disney Masters series, this edition presents Scarpa's work in full color with English translations for the first time, showcasing his distinctive, cinematic storytelling style.
In "Mickey Mouse and the Man from Altacraz [Chapter One]," the famed trio of Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy find themselves at the lavish estate of eccentric collector Rich Hogg, where a mysterious theft rocks a high-stakes art viewing. The centerpiece of Hogg’s collection—a fearsome four-armed statue of the goddess Kali, distinguished by a single long, ominous fingernail—has vanished, leaving the guests under suspicion and the local police uninterested. With Chief O’Hara dismissing the case as trivial, Mickey steps in as an amateur sleuth, diving into a web of intrigue that begins with a stolen nail and a forgotten legend. Written by Romano Scarpa, Alberto Becattini, and Byron Erickson, and illustrated by Scarpa with inks by Luciano Gatto and vibrant colors by Disney Italia, this story kicks off a thrilling adventure with a cover by Kari Korhonen.
In "Mickey Mouse and the Man from Altacraz [Chapter One]," Mickey takes in J. Cobalt Bloogle, a paroled musician whose wild invention, the Blooglehorn, threatens to drive everyone mad—except Mickey, who’s got a soft spot for second chances. When Bloogle lands a chance to perform at Magnus Magus’ Music Academy, a priceless flute vanishes, and suspicion quickly points to the ex-con. With Chief O’Hara on the case, Mickey follows a trail of clues leading to a mysterious black sedan, diving headfirst into a mystery where music, mistrust, and a past full of secrets collide.
In "Mickey Mouse and the Man from Altacraz [Chapter Two]," Mickey and O’Hara follow a mysterious sedan into a high-speed chase that ends at the police station, where Bloogle surrenders—claiming responsibility for the chaos at Magus Academy, but not for the theft of the academy’s prized flute. Though the evidence points to him, Mickey remains convinced of Bloogle’s innocence and launches a determined investigation to uncover the truth.
In "Risky Bees-Ness," the Beagle Boys are put to work on a prison farm tending bees, while Uncle Scrooge, seeking relief from his ailments, enjoys his gold-dusted beach atop the Money Bin. When the bees mistake the glittering gold dust for pollen, chaos brews in the most unexpected way—just as Scrooge’s carefully guarded sanctuary hangs in the balance.
In "Kali's Nail [Chapter One]," the eccentric millionaire Rich Hogg throws a lavish gathering at his mansion, showcasing his prized possession: a fearsome four-armed statue of Kali, its most striking feature a single long, menacing fingernail. When that nail vanishes during the party, suspicion swirls among the eclectic guests, and with Chief O’Hara dismissing the theft as too absurd, Mickey takes on the case—leading a mystery that’s as clever as it is unexpectedly bizarre.
In "Kali's Nail [Chapter Two]," Mickey Mouse races to unravel a series of eerie break-ins across Mouseton, where victims report a four-armed shadow, the word “Bah!” scrawled in haste, and a missing relic tied to the goddess Kali. With clever deduction and a well-placed trap, Mickey sets a plan to catch the nocturnal intruder—but the true motive behind the chaos remains as mysterious as the figure in the moonlight.
Mickey, Goofy, and the eager mynah bird/raven Ellroy are pulled into a wild adventure when three American technicians vanish—uncovering a 6,000-year-old Persian scheme to take over Africa. With wit, daring, and a whole lot of chaos, the trio races to unravel the mystery before the ancient plot comes to life.
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↩ Reprints Topolino #380 (1963), Topolino #381 (1963), Topolino #517 (1965), Topolino più #6 (1983), Mickey Mouse #254 (1990), Mickey Mouse #255 (1990), Disney Masters #1 (2018)
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