Out of This World #5
In "The Test of Character," Mr. Dennison faces a pivotal moment as his decades-long mission to spy on Earth as a pharmacist nears its end—only to be tested by the arrival of a new drugstore chain and the sudden doubt of his human friends' loyalty. Written by Joe Gill and brought to life with bold art by Matt Baker and inks by Vince Colletta, this standout issue from Out of This World #5 explores the quiet weight of friendship and choice. The cover by Bill Molno and Vince Alascia captures the tension of a man torn between duty and connection.
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Mr. Dennison has a secret. Three generations ago as a young man he was chosen by the war council of his home world to lead a group spying on Earth posing as a pharmacist where he gives his spies invisibility powder. Dennison is unique on his planet as the only person who values friendship and loyalty. The period of spying is nearly up when news breaks that a big chain drugstore is opening up. Dennison feels that the townspeople are lying when they say they will boycott the chain. The drugstore closes and Dennison decides to remain with his earth friends staying invisible. The spies flee.
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