The Phantom #11

Apr 1965 · Western · 0.12 USD

📊 ~2,426 copies sold its debut month

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In "Bridges and Man, Number 3: Early Cantilever Bridges," the Phantom faces a desperate ordeal when a signal flare blinds him during a clash with escaped convicts and pirates. Guided only by his trusty companions Devil and Hero, he battles through treacherous terrain—only to fall into quicksand. Rescued at the last moment by the Bandar, led by Hero, the Phantom undergoes treatment from Dr. Axel that slowly restores his sight. Written by Dick Wood and Bill Harris, with art by Bill Lignante and inks by the same, this gripping tale unfolds with quiet intensity. The cover, by George Wilson, captures the moment of peril with stark, dramatic flair.

Contains 3 stories

Bridges and Man, Number 3: Early Cantilever Bridges

1 pp · Non-Fiction

Blind Man's Bluff

25.5 pp · Jungle, Superhero

Phantom [Kit Walker]Hero (horse)Devil (dog)crocodilesKrakeMeeksWambesi TribeColonel WeeksJungle PatrolChiefZekeraidersOssewey TribeChief KalaleopardBandar TribeGuranDoctor Axel

In "Blind Man's Bluff," the Phantom, blinded by a signal flare during a clash with escaped convicts and pirates, must navigate the treacherous jungle with only his trusted dog Devil and his horse Hero to guide him. As he battles the elements and the relentless pursuit of his enemies, his survival hinges on the unexpected aid of the Bandar Tribe and the skill of Doctor Axel, whose efforts may yet restore his sight.

The Cave of Kings, Part II

4 pp · Jungle

Victor KingFrancis QueenJack HawkinsLegendary Monster of the Cave (dies)

In the heart of the jungle, Victor King, Francis Queen, and Jack Hawkins face the Legendary Monster of the Cave with dwindling hope—bullets prove useless, so they turn to dynamite in a desperate bid to survive. The resulting explosion hurls them into a treacherous underground river, where their fight for life has only just begun.