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Cover: Jack Sparling

House of Mystery #205

Aug 1972 · DC · 0.20 USD
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In "The Coffin Creature," Grant Weymore flees the law after a daring bank heist, only to seek refuge with the enigmatic Dr. Magog, who offers a radical solution: a face-altering transformation to vanish from sight. Written by E. Nelson Bridwell and brought to life with eerie precision by artist Gerry Talaoc, this 1972 House of Mystery tale blends suspense and the supernatural in a story that lingers long after the final page. The chilling cover, by Jack Sparling, captures the moment's dread with a haunting, unforgettable image.

Contains 3 stories
The Coffin Creature
10 pp · Horror-Suspense
StinkyThe Coffin CreaturePierreClaude La Plat
Phony Face!
5 pp · Horror-Suspense
Cain (host)Grant WeymoreDr. Magog

In "Phony Face!" from House of Mystery #205, Grant Weymore flees the law after a daring bank heist, desperate to vanish. Dr. Magog steps in with a radical solution—altering Grant’s face to hide his identity, but the procedure comes with unsettling promises.

Over the High Side
7 pp · Horror-Suspense
Cain (host)Dave the BuckBeelzebub

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CGC 9.6 · 3 in census $382*
CGC 9.4 · 5 in census $221*
CGC 9.2 · 8 in census $155*
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Full credits

artist, inker Gerry Talaoc
cover pencils, inks Jack Sparling

Reprints

Reprinted in Weird Mystery Tales #5 (1973), Weird Mystery Tales Annual #1 (1975), Démon #13 (1980), Iskalde Grøss #1/1982 (1982), Mysterieserier #10/1983 (1983), Showcase Presents: The House of Mystery #2 (2007), Classici DC: House of Mystery #1 (2009)

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