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Marvel Comics Presents #173 cover
Cover: Simon Bisley & Jeff Moore & Tim Dzon

Marvel Comics Presents #173

Feb 1995 · Marvel · 1.75 USD; 2.35 CAD
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In "The Devil to Pay!", Stingray and his team find themselves in deep trouble when a routine ocean-floor drill accident opens a rift to the subterranean realm of the Lava Men. With the volatile creatures erupting in fury, Stingray must quickly turn enemies into allies to prevent a catastrophic eruption. Written by Mariano Nicieza and brought to life by Alex Sheikman, Mark McKenna, and Diane Buscema, this high-stakes underwater clash features a striking cover by Simon Bisley and Jeff Moore.

Contains 4 stories
The Devil to Pay!
8 pp · Science Fiction

In "The Devil to Pay!" from Marvel Comics Presents #173, Lunatik and Skreet clash with the Silver Surfer during a tense encounter on a peaceful alien world—one where the Surfer has found unexpected respite after his past heroics. The fight that follows is swift and brutal, leaving the cosmic warrior reeling.

Test Run!
8 pp · Spy
Repercussions
8 pp · Superhero

In "Repercussions," Stingray and his team find themselves in a tense standoff when a routine ocean floor drill accidentally opens a rift to the subterranean realm of the Lava Men. With the creatures enraged by the intrusion, Stingray must quickly shift from defender to diplomat, trying to convince the fiery beings to join forces before the seafloor collapses into a catastrophic eruption.

Diabolical Designs
8 pp · Horror-Suspense, Superhero
Sandra Edger (news reporter, introduction)Jim (tv crew, introduction)

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CGC 9.2 · 1 in census $30*
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Cast · 18 characters

Full credits

artist, inker Mark McKenna
colorist Diane Buscema
letterer Diana Albers
cover pencils, inks Simon Bisley
cover pencils Jeff Moore
cover inks Tim Dzon

Key issues in Marvel Comics Presents

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