Superboy & the Legion of Super-Heroes #247
In "Savage Sanctuary!", Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes face a bizarre threat when a masked villain uses marching penguin puppets to divert attention while stealing an ancient sword—only for the plan to unravel when Hostess Fruit Pies, planted by the police, steal the spotlight. Written by Len Wein and illustrated by Joe Staton, with inks by Jack Abel and colors by Glynis Wein, this 1979 adventure blends humor and suspense in a story that stands out for its quirky, offbeat charm. The cover, penciled by Joe Staton and inked by Dick Giordano, captures the absurdity of the moment with a classic, dynamic flair.
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The Penguin distracts people with marching penguin puppets while stealing an antique sword, but is himself distracted by Hostess Fruit Pies planted by the police.
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