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Cover: Gil Kane & Murphy Anderson

The Atom #20

Aug 1965 · DC · 0.12 USD
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In "Challenge of the Computer Crooks," The Atom takes on a high-stakes case with a uniquely whimsical twist, disguising himself as a leprechaun to rally the help of the mystical Flower Sprites in convincing a reluctant eyewitness to come forward. Written by Gardner Fox and brought to life with dynamic art by Gil Kane, inked by Sid Greene, and lettered by Gaspar Saladino, this 1965 adventure blends science and fairy-tale charm in a clever, character-driven mystery. The cover, penciled by Gil Kane and inked by Murphy Anderson, captures the story’s playful intrigue.

Contains 3 stories
Challenge of the Computer Crooks
12.33 pp · Superhero
The Atom [Ray Palmer]Jean LoringRod Mack (villain)

When a brilliant new computer developed by The Atom falls into the hands of a cunning criminal mastermind, the device becomes a dangerous tool in the wrong hands. Rod Mack and his gang aim to exploit its predictive power to stay one step ahead of the law, turning Ray Palmer’s invention into a weapon against justice.

Untitled Non-Fiction story
0.25 pp · Non-Fiction
The Night of the Little People!
10.67 pp · Superhero
The Atom [Ray Palmer]Arthur EnnisDave JonesMaya"Sandy" Shore (villain)

In "The Night of the Little People!", The Atom teams up with his friends Arthur Ennis, Dave Jones, and Maya to unravel a mystery, using a clever disguise as a leprechaun and the help of the elusive Flower Sprites. When a crucial eyewitness hesitates to come forward, The Atom must navigate a night of magic and deception—just as the villain "Sandy" Shore watches from the shadows.

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Full credits

artist Gil Kane
cover pencils Gil Kane
cover inks Murphy Anderson

Reprints

↩ Reprints Showcase #35 (1961)

Reprinted in Mighty Comic #50 (1965), Superman Presents Wonder Comic Monthly #11 (1966), Historias Fantásticas #174 (1967), Elektron #10 (1968), Rommets Helter #1/1969 (1969), Etranges Aventures #14 (1969), Showcase Presents: The Atom #2 (2008)

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