Strange Tales #148

Name: Strange Tales #148
Brand: Marvel
Availability: InStock

Sep 1966 · Marvel · 0.12 USD

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“Death Before Dishonor!”

In "Death Before Dishonor!", Stephen Strange confronts the dark legacy of his past in Kamar-Taj, where his early mentor, Kaluu, once sought power through domination. As the Ancient One recounts their fractured history—marked by betrayal, a failed spell that broke his people’s immunity, and Kaluu’s escape to another dimension—Strange must face the return of a foe long thought vanquished. Written by Denny O'Neil and Bill Everett, with art and inks by Everett and colors by Stan Goldberg, this pivotal issue features a cover by Bill Everett that captures the weight of ancient vengeance.

writer Denny O'Neil · writer, artist, inker Bill Everett · colorist Stan Goldberg · letterer Artie Simek · cover Bill Everett

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Full credits

writer Denny O'Neil

writer, artist, inker Bill Everett

colorist Stan Goldberg

letterer Artie Simek

cover pencils, inks Bill Everett

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The Ancient One tells Strange of his early life in Kamar-Taj, a hidden land in the Himalayas. He & Kaluu were born there, but while Strange's mentor sought to use magic for good, Kaluu dreamed of power. Kaluu mentally gained control of the people, imprisoned his once-friend, and enslaved neighboring lands. The Ancient One eventually used a spell to strike, inadvertently causing the people to suffer, no longer immune to diseases. Kaluu fled to another dimension while The Ancient One left Kamar-Taj, swearing to use his magic to help others. In the present Kaluu prepares to seek his revenge.

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