The Empire Strikes Back Monthly #140

In "Death Probe," Stan Lee and Steve Ditko deliver a thought-provoking tale of isolation and intellect, as Bronson—a genius overwhelmed by the limitations of humanity—ventures to a planet of superior alien minds. After being tested, he's deemed too intellectually fragile to be free, leading to a tense and unexpected fate. The story's eerie tone is matched by Larry Hama's cover art and Al Milgrom's inks, capturing the alien mystery of a world where brilliance is both a gift and a prison.