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Cover: Jim Mooney

House of Mystery #162

Oct 1966 · DC · 0.12 USD
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In "The Monster-Maker of Littleville," a wronged man named Roban returns to his hometown with a terrifying invention, turning the townspeople into monsters in a chilling bid for revenge. Written by Bill Finger and brought to life with moody, expressive art by Jim Mooney—both on the interior and cover—this 1966 House of Mystery tale delivers a classic, suspenseful twist on vengeance and fear.

Contains 2 stories
The Monster-Maker of Littleville
14.34 pp · Superhero
Robby Reed [also as Mr. EchoFuture Man]RobanGramps ReedMiss Millie (cameo)

In "The Monster-Maker of Littleville," Roban returns to the town that once imprisoned him, driven by a bitter desire for retribution. Using a mysterious machine, he transforms the townspeople into monsters, turning their own fear against them in a chilling bid to make them abandon Littleville forever.

The Lair of Mr. V!
8.67 pp · Science Fiction, Superhero
Martian Manhunter [Jonn J'onzzMarco Xavier]Mr. V [Faceless]ZoltarVULTUREMiklos Agar

In "The Lair of Mr. V!" from House of Mystery #162, Manhunter follows a trail of VULTURE gang activity to the hidden fortress of Mr. V, only to discover the villain's true identity is more devious than expected—his capture reveals a shocking disguise. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, the story unfolds with a twist that redefines the threat at the heart of the lair.

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Raw (VG) $8
CGC 9.8 · 1 in census $1,308*
CGC 9.6 · 2 in census $408*
CGC 9.4 · 4 in census $209*
CGC 9.2 · 5 in census $121*
CGC 9.0 · 4 in census $82
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $56*
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CGC 8.0 · 2 in census $43*
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 6.5 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $20*
CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 1 in census $20*
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Full credits

artist, inker Jim Mooney
letterer Stan Starkman
cover pencils, inks Jim Mooney

Reprints

Reprinted in Mighty Comic #57 (1967), Superboy #187 (1972), Green Lantern #16 (1977), Green Lantern #21 (1978), Showcase Presents: Martian Manhunter #2 (2009), Showcase Presents: Dial H for Hero #[nn] (2010)

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