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Marvel Tales #14

May 1968 · Marvel · 0.25 USD
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In "Spidey Strikes Back!", Spider-Man finds himself tangled in a high-stakes chase when Mister Hyde abducts Don Blake and Jane Foster, using Jane as a hostage to steal a submarine. With Thor caught in a web of deception, Jane’s desperate attempt to protect Don leads to a shocking revelation that challenges her worthiness in the eyes of Odin. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Don Heck, with vibrant colors by Stan Goldberg and sharp lettering by S. Rosen, this 1968 tale blends action and suspense, all wrapped in a dynamic cover by Steve Ditko, Jack Kirby, and Russ Heath.

Contains 4 stories
Spidey Strikes Back!
22 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Human Torch [Johnny Storm]Sandman [Flint Marko]Enforcers [Fancy Dan [Daniel Brito]Ox [Raymond Bloch]Montana [Jackson Brice]]J. Jonah JamesonMr. WormlyRock GimpyAunt May ParkerFlash ThompsonLiz AllanBetty BrantNed Leeds (introduction)Louie (Stool Pigeon)Scorpion [Mac Gargan] (unnamed, out of costume)

In "Spidey Strikes Back!" from Marvel Tales #14 (1968), Spider-Man springs into action after a tip from a reluctant informant reveals that the Human Torch has been captured by the Sandman and the Enforcers. With the stakes high and time running short, Spider-Man races to rescue his fellow hero before the villains strike again.

Eyes of Death!
6 pp · Superhero
Marvel Boy [Bob Grayson]Professor Vance [the Great Video]
Fighting to the Death with the Asbestos Man!
13 pp · Superhero
Letters Sam Harold [as S. Harold]
Human Torch [Johnny Storm]Asbestos Man [Professor Orson Kasloff] (Intro) (Origin)Blackie Backer (racketeer) (Intro)Invisible Girl [Sue Storm]Thing [Ben Grimm]Mr. Fantastic [Reed Richards]

In "Fighting to the Death with the Asbestos Man!", a disgruntled scientist dons a fireproof suit to prove himself to mobsters and carve a criminal empire—only to find himself outmatched by the very hero he sought to challenge. When the Torch can't burn through the suit, he turns to his sister’s wisdom, learning that strategy beats flame in the heat of battle.

The Master Plan of Mr. Hyde!
13 pp · Superhero
ThorMr. HydeJane FosterDon BlakeOdin

In "The Master Plan of Mr. Hyde!" from Marvel Tales #14 (1968), the sinister Mr. Hyde orchestrates a dangerous scheme, kidnapping Don Blake and Jane Foster while attempting to steal a submarine with Jane held hostage. As tensions rise and Thor closes in, Jane’s desperate attempt to protect Don leads her to stop the god of thunder—unaware that Hyde has manipulated the situation to expose her as unworthy in Odin’s eyes.

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Marvel Comics, Marvel Tales, May 1968, No.14 "Spidey Strikes Back!" $12
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Full credits

writer Stan Lee
artist, inker Don Heck
colorist Stan Goldberg
letterer S. Rosen
cover pencils, inks Steve Ditko
cover pencils Jack Kirby
cover pencils, inks Russ Heath
cover inks Chic Stone

Reprints

↩ Reprints Marvel Boy #1 (1950), Strange Tales #111 (1963), Journey into Mystery #100 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #19 (1964)

Reprinted in Fantastic Four #35 (1974), L'incroyable Hulk #33 (1974), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 (2007), The Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 (2010), Marvel Gold. El Asombroso Spiderman: Poder y Responsabilidad #[nn] (2014), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 [Fifth Edition] (2022), Marvel Masterworks: The Amazing Spider-Man #2 [Third Edition] (2023), Marvel Origins #40 (2025)

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