The Aliens #1
In "The Aliens," Captain Johner and his crew face off against the saucer-headed, loop-limbed giants of an alien ship, led by the determined Zarz, in a tense standoff that leaves both vessels damaged. With Earth's location at stake, Johner makes a bold move: using a tele-translator, he proposes a risky exchange—half the Earth crew to the alien planet, and half the aliens to Earth—marking the first true attempt at interstellar contact. Written and illustrated by Russ Manning, this 1967 Western Publishing issue features bold, expressive art and a cover by Manning that captures the moment of high-stakes diplomacy, all in a 12-cent comic from the era.
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For the first time, an Earth ship meets an alien ship, which attacks with missiles. The Earthmen would jump-drive for home, but the aliens could follow. To safeguard Earth's location, Captain Johner must destroy the enemy. The aliens are saucer-headed loop-limbed giants captained by Zarz, who also must protect his planet. A furious battle damages both ships. Then an Earth lifeboat puts out.... Via tele-translator, Captain Johner proposes half the Earth crew venture to the aliens' planet, and half the aliens go to Earth. "To establish contacts and trade. It looks like a good beginning!"
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