Lion #7 February 1970
"Return of The Sludge [Part 1]" kicks off with Archie and his companions back in the present, only to face a terrifying surprise: the monstrous Sludge has followed them through time. Written by Ted Cowan and illustrated by Ted Kearon, this gripping first chapter of a two-part adventure sets a tense tone as the time travelers confront the consequences of their journey. The cover by Ted Kearon captures the looming dread of the creature’s return.
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Archie returns the time machine to the present day, but on arrival the time travellers are horrified to find that they've also brought with them the monstrous Sludge.
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