The Champions #13

In "The Doom That Went on Forever!", the Champions face an existential threat as the Stranger battles the relentless expansion of the Null-Life Bomb from within. With time running out, the team uncovers a crucial twist: their mission was to steal Kamo Tharn’s Runestaff to stop the bomb, but the artifact was already brought to Earth long ago by Hercules to help Thor. The story builds with urgency as Darkstar journeys back to Earth to retrieve the Runestaff, aided by the Stranger’s desperate efforts. Written by Bill Mantlo and illustrated with dynamic precision by John Byrne, with inks by Bob Layton and vibrant colors by Bruce Patterson and George Roussos, this 1977 Marvel classic features a cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom, capturing the cosmic stakes in bold, striking detail.