Cover: Rich Buckler & Chic Stone

The Mighty Crusaders #9

Sep 1984 · Archie · 0.75 USD; 1.00 CAD

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In "Old Legends Never Die," The Shield faces a shocking arrest for excessive force during a jewel heist, throwing the Mighty Crusaders into turmoil. When Thomas Troy (The Fly) steps in to defend him, the team uncovers a deeper conspiracy — the Brain Emperor is behind the frame-up, testing their loyalty and resolve. With art by Rich Buckler and Dick Ayers, and a cover by Rich Buckler and Chic Stone, this 1984 issue blends courtroom drama with superhero intrigue, proving that even legends can be brought low — but never truly gone.

Contains 2 stories

Old Legends Never Die

21 pp · Superhero

Mighty Crusaders [ShieldWebJaguarthe Fly [Thomas Troy]Fly GirlBlack HoodComet]John Raymond (the original Web)Hangmanthe FoxSteel SterlingFireflyCaptain FlagMr. JusticeBrain Emperorthe Eraser (in flashback)

When The Shield is arrested for excessive force during a jewel heist, Thomas Troy (The Fly) steps in to defend him—only to face a case that seems hopeless. As tensions rise within the Mighty Crusaders, they uncover a conspiracy tied to the Brain Emperor’s long shadow, revealing a plot that reaches back to the team’s earliest days.

Necklace of Eesalu

4 pp · Western-Frontier