Haunt of Fear #2
"Vampire!" delivers a chilling tale of ancient obsession and resurrection, set in 2902 B.C. when King Khufu’s desire for the maiden Nirrah leads to tragedy. When her beloved Famu is slain, Nirrah uses a sacred prayer to bring him back—but the King traps her in the tomb, sealing her fate. Centuries later, a British Museum expedition uncovers the tomb, echoing the past in a way that defies death. Written by Albert B. Feldstein and illustrated with haunting detail by Jack Kamen, with colors by Marie Severin and letters by Jim Wroten, the story unfolds with a gothic elegance. The cover by Johnny Craig captures the dread with a stark, timeless image.
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In 2902 B.C., King Khufu desires the lovely Nirrah to be his bride, but first, he must do away with the man she loves: Famu. When she learns Famu is dead, her father gives her the "Prayer for raising the dead", which she uses in the tomb itself. But the King seals her in the tomb for all time. Years later, members of a British Museum expedition discover the tomb and a similar scenario is played out.....but with a different result!
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