Journey into Mystery #14
In "The Slug!", a young boy receives a mysterious telepathic invitation from aliens to build a rocket and visit their world—only to find himself interviewed about Earth’s hardships, from war to suffering. Written and illustrated by the multi-talented Dick Ayers, this 1954 tale from Journey into Mystery #14 offers a quietly thoughtful sci-fi journey, with Gene Colan’s striking cover capturing the otherworldly intrigue.
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Aliens telepathically instruct a boy on how to build a rocket to their planet. When he arrives, they interview him about what life is like on Earth. After hearing about wars, crime and misery, they tell him that humans are not yet ready to explore space and bid him return to Earth where he forgets the entire experience.
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