Fantastic! #36

Oct 1967 · IPC · 9d [0-0-9 GBP]

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In "Every Hand Against Him," Tony Stark's life hangs in the balance as he's trapped inside his Iron Man armor—no longer a choice, but a necessity to survive. With Happy and Pepper convinced he's the villain behind their employer's disappearance, Iron Man is forced to flee, only to return and fight Hawkeye when he attacks Stark's factory and takes Pepper hostage. Meanwhile, the Black Widow is returned to Russia by her former handlers. As tensions rise and trust begins to shift, Pepper's growing skepticism gives way to a cautious understanding, leading her to intervene on Iron Man's behalf with the police. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Don Heck, with inks by Dick Ayers and letters by Sam Rosen, this gripping issue features a cover by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone.

Contains 4 stories

Every Hand Against Him

9 pp

ThorOdinHeimdallJane FosterDon BlakeLokiCobraMr. Hyde

In "Every Hand Against Him," Thor, exiled from Asgard, defies the gods to confront Loki, only to learn the truth behind his past actions. With Odin’s reluctant blessing, he returns to Earth to face new threats—Cobra and Mr. Hyde—while racing against time to save the critically ill Jane Foster.

Untitled story

3 pp

Johnny Future [John Foster]Mr. Opposite

In "null," Johnny—once under the mind control of the enigmatic Mr. Opposite—finds himself imprisoned after a violent spree through London, only to be freed when his captor releases him. But the moment of reprieve is short-lived: Mr. Opposite swiftly turns his power on the very soldiers meant to stop him, unleashing chaos on the city once more.

Suspected of Murder!

13 pp · Superhero

Avengers [Iron Man [Tony Stark]ThorGiant Man [Hank Pym]Wasp [Janet Van Dyne]]Black Widow [Natasha Romanova]Hawkeye [Clint Barton]Sergei AmkovPepper PottsHappy Hogan

When Tony Stark’s heart injury leaves him dependent on the Iron Man armor to survive, his secret identity fractures under pressure. With Happy and Pepper convinced Iron Man is behind Stark’s disappearance, the hero is forced to flee—only to return when Hawkeye attacks the factory and kidnaps Pepper. As tensions rise and the Black Widow is taken back to Russia, Pepper begins to question the truth, leading her to stand by Iron Man when the police close in.

Lo! Now Shall Appear--! The Mimic!

11 pp · Superhero

The X-Men [Professor XCyclopsMarvel Girl [Jean Grey]AngelBeastIceman]GUESTS: ZeldaVera (first appearance)VILLAIN: Mimic [Calvin Rankin] (first appearance, origin)

In "Lo! Now Shall Appear--! The Mimic!", Calvin Rankin, a mysterious stranger with the power to copy others' abilities, bests Bobby and Hank in combat by perfectly mimicking their powers. After a tense encounter with Jean at a restaurant, Calvin follows her home and boldly asks to join the X-Men—only to reveal his true intent once he’s absorbed their powers: to defeat them all in battle.