Smash Comics #64

Midnight and his companions scramble to locate the mysterious King Zoris of Vaporia, only to find themselves caught up in a tangle of imposters, assassination plots, and shocking revelations about the king's true identity. When the dust settles and the real monarch is finally exposed, Midnight must navigate a dangerous confrontation to protect the throne—all while King Zoris discovers that ruling his fractured kingdom comes with unexpected complications, including a most unusual matrimonial situation.

In a lighthearted 1946 slice of teen life from *Smash Comics* #64, Spunky and Curly—two standout students—earn school honors: Curly takes home an A cup for being the top athlete, while Spunky wins a toothbrush for his spotless dental health. Determined to prove himself in a new arena, Spunky sets out to find an athletic event where he can finally outshine his rival.

In the gambling haven of Murgastan, Black X and his companion Batu arrive to investigate rumors that the glittering casino conceals something far more sinister—only to find themselves face-to-face with old enemies the Major and Umra, who have turned the establishment into a refuge for international criminals. When Black X uncovers their master plan to use Murgastan's protection to orchestrate robberies and swindles across the world, the adversaries agree to settle their conflict through a duel—but nothing in this den of intrigue is what it seems. Black X must navigate treachery, rigged weapons, and the corrupt officials of Murgastan itself to expose the conspiracy and stop the criminals' scheme.