Cover: Al Camy

Top Notch Comics #16

Jun 1941 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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“The Return of the Mist”

In "The Return of the Mist," a mysterious gold vein hidden deep in a Southwestern cave draws scientists to its perilous depths—where they must face a guardian of fire: a giant bird of flame. Written by Harry Shorten and illustrated by Warren King, this 1941 adventure from Top Notch Comics #16 blends pulp mystery with fantastical danger. The cover, by Al Camy, captures the eerie glow of the flame bird against the desert night.

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writer Harry Shorten · artist, inker Warren King · cover Al Camy

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writer Harry Shorten

artist, inker Warren King

cover pencils, inks Al Camy

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A vein of solid gold is rumored to be found in a cave in the Southwest, and scientists are searching for it. The cave is guarded by a giant bird of flame.

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