Spider-Man Comics Weekly #15

May 1973 · Marvel UK · 0.05 GBP

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In "Where Flies the Beetle...!", Thor faces off against the fiery Lava Man, a creature summoned by Loki to claim Earth's dry lands for his people, while wrestling with Odin's decree forbidding his love for Jane Foster—forcing her to leave her role as Dr. Blake's nurse. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic energy by Jack Kirby, with inks by Don Heck and letters by Art Simek, this 1973 UK installment delivers mythic stakes and emotional tension. The cover by Rich Buckler and Mike Esposito captures the clash with bold, dramatic flair.

Contains 2 stories

Where Flies the Beetle...!

20 pp · Superhero

3 high school students boys (guest)New York passers-by (guest)

The Lava Man

13 pp · Superhero

Thor [Doctor Donald Blake]the Lava Man (introduction)Jane FosterOdinLokiDoctor Bruce Andrews (introduction)

In "The Lava Man," Thor faces a fiery threat summoned by Loki, who seeks to claim Earth’s dry surface for his hidden people. As the god of thunder battles the molten creature, his forbidden love for Jane Foster—now Dr. Blake’s nurse—adds a personal weight to the conflict, testing his loyalty and resolve.