Skeleton Hand in Secrets of the Supernatural #4
In "Black Dust," the fourth issue of *Secrets of the Supernatural*, actress Sandra finds herself entangled in ancient magic when she uncovers the Trumpet of Dis amid real Roman artifacts used in the filming of *The Gladiator*. Written by Richard Hughes and illustrated by Charles Nicholas, the story follows her fateful decision to blow the trumpet—unaware of the powerful, dangerous spell it will unleash. Ken Bald delivers the eerie cover, capturing the tension of a moment that could change everything.
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During the making of the film, "The Gladiator," Sandra discovers the Trumpet of Dis among other real Roman artifacts to be used in the movie. When she learns that, by blowing the trumpet, she'll come under the spell of the ancient Roman god Dis and will share his powers, she decides to blow it and get revenge on the other cast members who do not want her to star in the film.
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