The Mighty World of Marvel #8

Nov 1972 · Marvel UK · 0.05 GBP

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In "The Gladiator from Outer Space!", Spider-Man teams up with the Hulk and the Fantastic Four in a cosmic mystery that kicks off a thrilling countdown to reveal six super-heroes on a special poster—only the identities and how to claim yours will be unveiled in issue #10. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers, and vibrant colors by Stan Goldberg, this 1972 UK release features a cover by Jim Starlin, Al Milgrom, and Mike Esposito.

Contains 3 stories

The Gladiator from Outer Space!

9 pp · Superhero

In "The Gladiator from Outer Space!", a mysterious alien arrives on Earth demanding a champion to battle him—claiming his people will conquer the planet unless he is defeated. When the Hulk answers the challenge, he soon discovers the alien's true motives are far more sinister than they seem, as the confrontation becomes entangled in a dangerous scheme orchestrated by the Russians.

The Fight to the Finish with Dr. Octopus

12 pp

In "The Fight to the Finish with Dr. Octopus," a lab accident grants Otto Octavius dominion over his mechanical arms, turning him from a scientist into a menace intent on seizing control of a high-stakes atomic facility. With Spider-Man stepping in to stop him, the clash between brains and brawn becomes a race against disaster.

Beware -- the Sub-Mariner!

12 pp · Superhero

In "Beware -- the Sub-Mariner!", the Thing confronts the giant monster Giganto with a bomb, destroying him in a dramatic explosion. The Human Torch then sweeps the Sub-Mariner and the wreckage into the sea, leaving the Atlantean warrior with a final, ominous promise: "I'll be back!"