The Mad Hatter #2

In "null," the Mad Hatter confronts the ghost of a past case when he tracks down the executed criminal Frank Faro—only to see his body spirited away by a mysterious doctor. After the doctor removes Faro’s brain and implants it into a gorilla, the creature awakens with a human mind and a burning need for vengeance, taking the name the Gargoyle and setting his sights on the judge, jury, and the Hatter himself. Written by Bill Woolfolk and illustrated with sharp, expressive art by John Giunta, this chilling tale blends pulp mystery with early sci-fi horror in a story that lingers long after the final page.

In "null," Tardy tends to his vegetable garden with care, only to find his carrots vanished overnight. Determined to catch the culprit, he sets a trap and uncovers a surprising thief—Hasty, whose antics bring both humor and a touch of mischief to the quiet garden.

In this 1946 gem from *The Mad Hatter* #2, Elmer’s search for the elusive Sweet Tooth Samuels takes a delightfully mistaken turn when a frantic call leads him to believe he’s tracking a suspect—only to discover the man he’s been chasing is his own wife’s husband, home for dinner. Written by Bill Woolfolk and brought to life with crisp, expressive art by John Giunta, the story’s charm lies in its simple, perfectly timed misunderstanding.