Cover: Howard Purcell

Strange Adventures #171

Dec 1964 · DC · 0.12 USD

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In "The Diary of the 9-Planet Man," Harry Anderson ventures into the wilds of Norway, tracking down his missing friend Ben Nevis—only to discover him hiding among a remote tribe of Viking descendants who believe Harry is a threat. Forced to endure an ancient ritual tied to a mysterious, seemingly sentient statue, Harry must confront the tribe's strange beliefs before he can uncover the truth behind Ben's disappearance. Written and illustrated by Howard Purcell, this eerie tale from Strange Adventures #171 (1964) blends myth and mystery in a haunting, character-driven story, with Purcell also handling the cover.

writer, artist, inker Howard Purcell · cover Howard Purcell

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Cast · 2 characters

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writer, artist, inker Howard Purcell

cover pencils, inks Howard Purcell

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Searching for his friend Ben Nevis, Harry Anderson finds him hiding among a tribe of Viking descendants whom he has convinced that Harry is a dangerous criminal. They subject him to an ancient test involving a loving statue.

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