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Marvel Spectacular #3 cover
Cover: Jack Kirby & Vince Colletta

Marvel Spectacular #3

Oct 1973 · Marvel · 0.20 USD
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In "Thunder in the Netherworld!", Thor embarks on a perilous journey guided by the enigmatic Wise Morduk, who gifts him the powerful Crimson Hand—a magical glove that compels anyone to speak the truth. When Loki unveils his chosen commander, Braggi, the moment the name is spoken, Braggi is forced to reveal a shocking secret about the plan to betray Thor once they set sail. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by Jack Kirby, with inks by Vince Colletta and letters by Sam Rosen, this 1973 Marvel Spectacular features a cover by Kirby and Colletta that captures the stormy tension of the tale.

Contains 2 stories
Thunder in the Netherworld!
16 pp · Fantasy, Superhero
ThorHerculesPlutoJane FosterTana NileCerberusThe Crusher

In "Thunder in the Netherworld!", Thor's relentless assault on the Underworld forces Hades to concede, finally freeing Hercules from his binding contract. Meanwhile, Tana Nile sends Jane on a perilous journey far from home, warning her she must never return.

The Crimson Hand
5 pp · Fantasy, Superhero
ThorLokiOdinMordukBraggi

In "The Crimson Hand," Thor receives a mystical aid from the wise Morduk—a magic glove known as the Crimson Hand, which compels anyone to speak the truth. When Loki presents his chosen commander, Braggi, the glove forces him to reveal a hidden betrayal, exposing a plot to assassinate Thor once their journey begins.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Fine) $8
CGC 9.8 · 2 in census $303*
CGC 9.6 · 3 in census $90*
CGC 9.4 · 1 in census $52*
CGC 9.2 none in existence
CGC 9.0 · 2 in census $30*
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $30*
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CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 · 3 in census $30*
CGC 7.0 none in existence
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 none in existence
CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 1 in census $30*
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Full credits

writer Stan Lee
artist Jack Kirby
letterer Sam Rosen
cover pencils Jack Kirby
cover inks Vince Colletta

Reprints

↩ Reprints Journey into Mystery #118 (1965), Thor #130 (1966)

Reprinted in The Mighty Thor Omnibus #2 (2013)

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