Strange #171

Mar 1984 · Editions Lug · 7,50 FRF

🌐 French edition · synopsis shown in English

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In "… une journée particulière," Rom finds himself in Scotland tracking a Wraith Piper who’s ensorcelled a village of children, drawing them into a dark ritual as Earth aligns with the Dark Sun of the Black Nebula. With the portal to Wraithworld opening and the Dweller on the Threshold poised to cross, Rom fights to close the rift—only to be trapped on the other side as it seals behind him. Meanwhile, Steve and Torpedo uncover a shocking truth: Doctor Dredd isn’t just a Wraith, but has merged with Brandy and Starshine, forcing her into servitude. Written by Bill Mantlo and illustrated by Sal Buscema, with inks by Ian Akin and Brian Garvey, and colors by Ben Sean, the issue’s cover by Jean Frisano captures the eerie tension of a world teetering between realms.

Contains 4 stories

... une journée particulière

10 pp · Superhero

Indries MoomjiDr. Ian ForsythePawn (villain)

In "… une journée particulière," Tony Stark grapples with the aftermath of a brutal assault on Stark International, where a damaged Iron Man suit forces him to rely on an older model to face the Melter. With Rhodey still hospitalized in Scotland and a growing web of betrayal unfolding, Stark must confront Obadiah Stane—whose involvement is confirmed but unprovable—while Vic Martinelli warns him that Rhodey has vanished. The weight of it all threatens to unravel Stark, pushing him toward old demons as he fights to keep control.

Serai-je vaincu par mes pouvoirs ?

22 pp · Superhero

Debbie WhitmanLord Vashti

... Daredevil voit rouge !

20 pp · Superhero

Nick ManolisBetsy BeattyMichael Reese (villain, introduction)

In "… Daredevil voit rouge !", Daredevil investigates a series of attacks tied to a man who looks identical to Melvin Potter, leading him to confront a dangerous imposter while clearing the name of the Gladiator and uncovering the truth behind the assault on Becky.

La flute enchantée !

22 pp · Superhero

StarshineSteve JacksonDire Wraiths (Villains)Wraith Piper (Villain)Doctor Dredd (Villain, revealed as a Dire Wraith)Dweller on the Threshold (Villain)Ancient Sleeper (Cameo Flashback)Kaaris'a (Cameo Flashback)Ray'na (Cameo Flashback)

In "La flute enchantée!", Rom races through the misty highlands of Scotland to stop a Wraith Piper who’s ensnared a village of children in a hypnotic spell. With the Dark Sun aligned and a portal to Wraithworld opening, Rom must confront the Dweller on the Threshold—only to be stranded on the other side as the gateway seals shut. Meanwhile, Steve and Torpedo uncover a chilling truth: Doctor Dredd is no mere man, but a Wraith who has merged Brandy and Starshine into a single, unwilling servant.