Tales of Terror #3

Nov 1985 · Eclipse · 1.75 USD; 2.25 CAD

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In "The Later Life of a Monster," a young girl’s fear of something in her closet takes a chilling turn when her father’s disturbing behavior forces her teddy bear to transform into a monstrous protector. Written by Glen Johnson and Buzz Dixon and illustrated by Johnson with inks by Jim Sinclair, this haunting tale blends domestic dread with supernatural retribution. The cover by Corey Wolfe captures the story’s unsettling tone, while the final image hints that the bear’s vigilance may be far from over.

Contains 4 stories

The Later Life of a Monster

10 pp · Horror-Suspense

Man in the Fog

8 pp · Detective-Mystery, Horror-Suspense

In "Man in the Fog," a young artist stumbles into the misty dark after witnessing a brutal crime, seeking refuge at a remote doctor’s home. As he tries to recount what he saw, a chilling realization dawns—his desperate plea for help is answered by the very man he fled. The story unfolds with quiet dread, where every shadow feels like a trap and the line between savior and predator blurs.

Octopus

3 pp · Horror-Suspense

Eyes in the Darkness

8 pp · Crime, Fantasy, Horror-Suspense

In "Eyes in the Darkness," a young girl’s growing fear of something in her closet is met with disbelief from her father and grandfather, while her mother tries to comfort her. When the father’s actions turn threatening, her beloved teddy bear takes on a terrifying form to defend her, leaving a chilling aftermath. After the funeral, the grandfather’s unsettling intentions surface, but the story ends with the teddy bear’s return—its presence a silent promise of protection.