Doctor Solar, Man of the Atom #7
In "Atomic Energy, Number 10: Radioactive Decay in the Uranium Series," Doctor Solar faces a cosmic threat when the villain Nuro unleashes a guided comet upon Earth. Written by Otto Binder and illustrated by Frank Bolle, this 1964 Western Comics standout sees Solar harnessing the Van Allen Belt’s power after a desperate energy drain, using a damaged satellite to turn the tide. The cover by George Wilson captures the high-stakes drama of the moment.
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When Nuro uses a guided comet to menace the Earth, Solar diverts it and drains its energy. As Nuro had planned, this effort debilitates Solar, but Solar commandeers a damaged satellite to get into the Van Allen Belt, restoring his energy. He neutralizes the comet and returns safely to Atom Valley.
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