Marvel Masterworks: Doctor Strange #1
"Dr. Strange Master of Black Magic!" kicks off a legendary run with Steve Ditko and Stan Lee's original vision, showcasing Ditko’s unmistakable art and storytelling flair. When the Dread Dormammu threatens Earth and The Ancient One is too weakened to confront him, Strange journeys into Dormammu’s realm, facing relentless trials and a mysterious girl whose warning may be his only hope. The stakes are cosmic, the danger absolute, and the fate of Earth hangs in the balance.
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Strange is whisked to the side of The Ancient One. The Dread Dormammu threatens to come to Earth! Strange's mentor is too old so Strange travels to his domain. He faces one danger after another, causing Dormammu's rage to build. A mysterious girl watches Strange's progress, finally revealing herself to warn him. Strange says he must face the Dread One, and she wonders why she risked his wrath to warn the stranger. Strange confronts Dormammu. But Dormammu demands The Ancient One face him. Strange tells Dormammu he cannot attack his mentor while he lives...and Dormammu accepts the challenge!
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