Cover: Murphy Anderson

Strange Adventures #142

Jul 1962 · DC · 0.12 USD

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In "The Return of the Faceless Creature!", Professor Ross's groundbreaking matter-transmitter promises a new era of space exploration—until it triggers a chain-reaction that could unravel the planet. With time running out, astronaut Alan Pierce must race across the cosmos to find the rare Element X before Earth is consumed. Written by Gardner Fox and brought to life with bold, dynamic art by Murphy Anderson, this 1962 Strange Adventures standout delivers high-stakes sci-fi adventure in a 12-cent classic, with cover art by Murphy Anderson capturing the eerie menace of the Faceless Creature's return.

Contains 3 stories

The Return of the Faceless Creature!

8.67 pp · Science Fiction

Chun Yull [Faceless Creature]Klee PanJim BooneBob Colby

In "The Return of the Faceless Creature!" from Strange Adventures #142, the alien menace returns with a vengeance, targeting both his homeworld and Earth—along with the two officers who once stopped him. Written by a master of sci-fi suspense and illustrated with eerie precision, this 1962 tale pits humanity against a being driven by cold, relentless fury.

Find Element X -- or Die!

7.67 pp · Science Fiction

Alan PierceProfessor Ross

In "Find Element X -- or Die!", Professor Ross's revolutionary matter-transmitter promises to leapfrog space travel—until it triggers a chain-reaction that could end the world. With time running out, explorer Alan Pierce must use the device to reach a distant planet and find the elusive Element X before Earth is consumed.

Prisoners of the Space-Flowers!

7.67 pp · Science Fiction

In "Prisoners of the Space-Flowers!", young Tommy Parker stumbles upon his baby picture in the Space Museum, sparking a mysterious tale of his parents’ past. As they reveal how he once saved them from a deadly alien pollen, the story unfolds with quiet dread and wonder, hinting at forgotten cosmic dangers.