Uncanny Tales #9

In the 17th century, Geoffrey Marshall’s fleeting wish for courage leads him to accept a mysterious charm from a stranger—only to find himself bound to the Devil when the time comes. Centuries later, in the present day, Bud Harper, burdened by his own fear, stumbles upon the same cursed charm. When the Devil returns to claim his due, Bud stands firm—not with magic, but with the quiet strength he’s earned on his own.

In "Strange Little Beast," a team of Russian scientists isolate an alien creature with mysterious abilities, believing they’ve gained the upper hand. But as experiments continue, it becomes clear the alien isn’t just reacting to them—it’s been observing, learning, and quietly turning the tables all along.

In 1920s Poland, a young boy with a white streak in his dark curls captivates his parents, Anton and Valya—until he vanishes without a trace. Decades later, during the Nazi invasion, Anton and Sofia face execution as part of the underground resistance. As the firing squad prepares, the sergeant tasked with carrying out the order hesitates, then lets them flee. Removing his helmet, he reveals a white streak in his dark hair—mirroring the lost child’s distinctive mark.