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Super DC #8

· Thorpe & Porter · 1/- [0-1-0 GBP]
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In "The Super-Merman of the Sea," a mysterious figure from the deep emerges with powers that defy the ocean's limits, drawing the attention of both the press and a shadowy mind manipulating events from behind the scenes. Written by Cary Bates and illustrated by Pete Costanza, this standout tale from Super DC #8 sees a young reporter, Jo, caught in a web of deception spun by a cunning foe who’s already rewritten the future—before it’s even begun. The cover by Pete Costanza captures the eerie, otherworldly tension of a hero rising from the waves.

Contains 5 stories
The Super-Merman of the Sea
6 pp · Superhero
Superman [also appears as Clark Kent]Lois LaneJimmy OlsenPerry WhiteVul-Kor (villain)Lya-La (villain)
The Mystery of Skull Island!
4.5 pp · Superhero
Lois LaneSuperman [Clark Kent / Kal-El]Perry WhiteCarlos FloydEdna Van Cleve FloydWillis
The Super-Weakling from Space
4 pp · Superhero
Superboy [Clark Kent]DwornMartha KentJonathan KentLana Lang
The Doomed Batwoman
6 pp · Superhero
Batman [Bruce Wayne]Robin [Dick Grayson]Batwoman [Kathy Kane]Star-Man (intro, villain)

In "The Doomed Batwoman," Star-Man tracks down a mysterious belt once bought by Batwoman, a device that can neutralize superpowers in others—though its use leaves the wearer dangerously weakened. With time running short and the belt’s power tempting, the stakes rise as Batwoman’s choice could shift the balance of power in ways no one saw coming.

Luthor's Pal, Jimmy Olsen!
8 pp · Superhero
Lex LuthorSupermanJimmy OlsenPerry WhiteLois Lane"Muscles" ManniganThe WarlockLena ThurolProfessor Potter

In a twist of fate and manipulation, Lex Luthor uses a timescope to glimpse the future—and sees that Jimmy Olsen will one day become Superman’s trusted ally. Determined to alter that destiny, he reaches back in time to befriend Jimmy before he even joins the Daily Planet, planting seeds of doubt about the Man of Steel.

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CGC 3.5 · 1 in census $30*
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Full credits

writer Cary Bates
artist, inker Pete Costanza

Reprints

↩ Reprints Superboy #65 (1958), Action Comics #244 (1958), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #16 (1960), Detective Comics #286 (1960), Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #109 (1968)

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