The Avengers #28
In "Shang Chi, Master of Kung Fu!", the fate of Earth hangs in the balance as Dormammu challenges Doctor Strange to a duel of pure skill, forbidding magic and spells—only the Pincers of Power may be used. With Mordo lurking in the shadows and the Ancient One’s fate uncertain, Strange must rely on wit and discipline in a fight that tests his limits like never before. Written by Steve Ditko and Stan Lee, with art and inks by Ditko, this 1974 Marvel UK issue features a cover by Ron Wilson, Frank Giacoia, and Mike Esposito.
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Dormammu sends Strange, Mordo & The Ancient One to a neutral dimension. He then uses a sleeping potion on the Mindless Ones, so his domain will be temporarily safe and summons rulers of nearby dimensions. Dormammu arrives to challenge Strange in person to battle for total mastery of Earth! Strange accepts, then Dormammu declares they shall fight using only the "Pincers Of Power", and no other spells or incantations. This way, it will be a battle of skill, not power. The battle is fierce-- but when it appears Strange is about to overcome his adversary, Mordo strikes Strange from behind...
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