Rip Hunter... Time Master #5

Two figures are sinking in quicksand while a massive, glowering blue alien beast looms over them, its rope-like tether the only lifeline between survival and the creature's mercy — it's a genuinely tense setup rendered with real energy by Nick Cardy. The cover promises a spectacular three-part adventure set in the 5th century, "The Secret of the Saxon Traitor," kicking off what looks like one of Rip Hunter's most perilous journeys through time. For a dime in December 1961, this DC title was delivering high-stakes science-fantasy thrills with some wonderfully imaginative creature design.