Walt Disney's Wart and the Wizard #[1]

Feb 1964 · Western · 0.12 USD

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"In the Days of the Knights" sees Wart on a quest to prove his worth as a knight by capturing a dragon—only to return with a meek, self-doubting Daddy Dragon who’s mocked by the townsfolk. As Wart’s bravado turns to guilt, he unwittingly pushes the gentle beast to rise, setting off a moment that changes everything. Written by Vic Lockman and brought to life with expressive art by Tony Strobl (pencils), John Liggera (inks), and the Western Publishing Production Shop (color), this 1964 Western Comics gem features a cover by Strobl and Liggera.

Contains 2 stories

In the Days of the Knights

19 pp · Fantasy

Wart [future King Arthur]Merlin the MagicianDaddy DragonBaby DragonArchimedes the OwlSir Ector (knight)Sir Kay (son of Sir Ector)mouse (tiny Wart's steed)squirrelwolfrabbitfull-size Wart's steedvarious townspeoplevarious knights

In the Days of the Knights sees young Wart embark on a quest to prove his worth by capturing a dragon, only to return with the gentle, timid Daddy Dragon. Forced into stocks and mocked by the townspeople, Daddy Dragon’s quiet demeanor begins to shift when Wart’s growing guilt pushes him to challenge the dragon’s spirit—setting off a chain of events that will test courage, kindness, and the true meaning of knighthood.

Bewitched Kingdom

13 pp · Fantasy

Wart [future King Arthur]Merlin the MagicianMad Madam MimArchimedes the OwlSir Ector (knight)Sir Kay (son of Sir Ector)various royal subjectspiratescrowd at 20th century World Seriesleft fielderpitcherbattercatchercolossal-size thirsty behemoth

When Merlin vanishes to witness a 20th-century World Series, Mad Madam Mim seizes the chance to reclaim the crown he stole—claiming the throne of a kingdom she never left behind. With Wart, Merlin’s apprentice, caught in the crossfire and a colossal, thirsty behemoth stirring in the shadows, the balance of magic and monarchy hangs by a thread.