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Cover: Jim Mooney

House of Mystery #170

Oct 1967 · DC · 0.12 USD

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In "Thunderbolt's Secret Weapon," Manhunter—posing as Marco Xavier—faces a dangerous test of deception when he must reveal his weakness to fire to Mr. V., only to turn the tables with a clever ruse. Written by Jack Miller and illustrated by Joe Certa, this 1967 tale from House of Mystery blends suspense and cunning, with Jim Mooney’s cover capturing the tension in bold, dynamic lines.

Contains 2 stories

Thunderbolt's Secret Weapon

11.5 pp · Superhero

Robby Reed [as Baron Buzz-Saw, Don Jaun, Sphinx-Man]Thunderbolt (villains)Gramps ReedMiss Millie

The Martian Double-Cross!

10.5 pp · Superhero

Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz, Marco Xavier]Vulture (villains)Mr. V [Faceless] (villain)

In "The Martian Double-Cross!" from House of Mystery #170, Manhunter—posing as Marco Xavier—faces a tense showdown with Mr. V., forced to reveal his one known weakness: fire. But with quick thinking and a clever ruse, he turns the tables, making his enemies believe the danger is far from real.

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Full credits

artist, inker Joe Certa

letterer Stan Starkman

writer Jack Miller

cover pencils, inks Jim Mooney

Reprints

Reprinted in Cuentos de Misterio #131 (1968), Green Lantern #30 (1980), Showcase Presents: Martian Manhunter #2 (2009), Showcase Presents: Dial H for Hero #[nn] (2010)

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#156

#156 1st appearance — Robby Reed

#175

#175 1st appearance — Caïn

#290

#290 1st appearance — Andrew Bennett

#39

#39 1st appearance — Moolah the Mystic

#73

#73 1st appearance — Peter Puptent

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