Cover: Joe Kubert

Showcase #26

May 1960 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The Aliens from 2,000 B.C. [Chapter 1]," Rip and his alien allies face a desperate stand against a band of rogue invaders and their mechanized forces. With the tide turning, Rip turns to the Time Sphere for a clever, sand-based tactic that throws the robots off balance, giving his allies the opening they need. Written by Jack Miller and illustrated with dynamic precision by Joe Kubert—both on pencils and inks—this 1960 DC Showcase issue features a cover by Kubert that captures the high-stakes clash in bold, timeless detail.

Contains 6 stories

The Aliens from 2,000 B.C. [Chapter 1]

8.67 pp · Science Fiction

Gdow

In "The Aliens from 2,000 B.C. [Chapter 1]," Rip and his team journey to ancient Egypt, where they uncover a secret alien operation using robots to seize control of Earth. With the factory destroyed, the team must now race to save Bonnie and Corky, who face execution at the hands of the local Egyptians.

A Second Deluge!

2 pp · Science Fiction

Chapter 2: Escape from the Doomed Village

7.67 pp · Science Fiction

In "Chapter 2: Escape from the Doomed Village," Rip and Jeff race against time to save Bonnie and Corky from the ancient Egyptians, only to crash the Time Sphere in the desert sand. Stranded and outnumbered, they're soon confronted by mysterious aliens—Earth’s unexpected defenders—just as the rogue robots prepare to strike the village.

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

Chapter 3: The War of the Gods

8 pp · Science Fiction

Gdow

In "Chapter 3: The War of the Gods" from Showcase #26 (1960), Rip finds himself in the thick of a desperate clash as his alien allies face off against rogue invaders and their mechanical forces. With the tide turning, Rip’s quick thinking and the mysterious Time Sphere become the key to turning the tide—just as the aliens prepare to depart Earth, leaving Rip and his crew to head home.

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

Professor Twiddle