Men of Mystery Comics #99
In "The Making of the Mightiest Man!", Barry Dale's life takes a dramatic turn when he's kidnapped by Mr. Twist and his henchmen after being identified as a weak link in a high-stakes atomic research committee. Written by Ken Crossen and illustrated by Jerry Robinson, this 2016 issue from AC Comics introduces a new hero born from radiation, as Barry transforms into the mysterious Atoman to fight back. The cover, by Fred Kida, captures the moment of transformation with striking intensity.
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A committee meeting is held in the Atomic Institute to discuss ways that atomic power can be used constructively in aiding mankind, while, at the same time, a Mr. Twist and his henchmen have thoroughly investigated each committee member. Deciding that Barry Dale is a likely weak point, they decide to obtain the secret of atomic power from him and they kidnap him. Barry soon discovers that he is radioactive and assumes the identity of Atoman to battle Twist and his gang.
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