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Cover: Wally Wood

Weird Science #16

Dec 1952 · Superior · 0.10 CAD
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In "Down To Earth," newlyweds Enid and Lon embark on a cosmic honeymoon that takes a sudden turn when Enid’s health fails during their space journey, forcing them to land on an alien world. With Enid unable to endure another launch, Lon returns to Earth to fetch supplies—only to encounter a mysterious alien he fatally attacks, unaware of the grim revelation that awaits him. Written by Al Feldstein and illustrated with striking detail by Al Williamson, this 1952 tale blends sci-fi wonder with a chilling twist, all wrapped in a cover by Wally Wood.

Contains 4 stories
Down To Earth
8 pp · Science Fiction

In "Down To Earth," a scientist uncovers a chilling truth behind a wave of mysterious airplane crashes sweeping the nation—aliens are sabotaging human progress, afraid of what space travel might bring. When he tries to expose the truth, the aliens respond with deadly precision, erasing him before he can warn the world.

Space-Borne!
7 pp · Science Fiction
LonEnid (Lon's wife)un-named alien being (Enid and Lon's son, death)

In "Space-Borne!", newlyweds Lon and Enid embark on a honeymoon in a spaceship, only to find their journey cut short when Enid’s health deteriorates on a distant planet. After Lon returns to Earth for supplies, he encounters a strange alien being—only to realize too late the terrible truth about what it truly was.

Given the Heir!
6 pp · Science Fiction

In "Given the Heir!", Seymour’s ambition takes a bizarre turn when a relative from the year 2046 visits him with a shocking proposal: travel back in time to alter the past and secure a fortune. With Helen’s future hanging in the balance, Seymour agrees to a dangerous plan involving a distant ancestor—but what begins as a calculated scheme quickly spirals into chaos.

The People's Choice!
7 pp · Science Fiction

In "The People's Choice!", a nationwide election takes a bizarre turn when voters, fed up with traditional candidates, unanimously choose the handpuppet "Allie" from a popular children’s show as their next president. Unbeknownst to the public, Allie is no ordinary puppet—she’s a tiny parasitic alligator fused to her puppeteer’s hand, and her victory triggers a secret invasion as her kind emerges from the shadows to claim Earth.

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Raw (Good) $119
CGC 9.8 $9,611
CGC 9.6 $6,492
CGC 9.4 $2,833
CGC 9.2 $2,306
CGC 9.0 $1,862
CGC 8.5 $955
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CGC 8.0 $908
CGC 7.5 $790
CGC 7.0 $790
CGC 6.5 $533
CGC 6.0 $533
CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 $431
CGC 4.5 $310
CGC 4.0 · 1 in census $278*
CGC 3.5 none in existence
CGC 3.0 $257
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Full credits

artist, inker Al Williamson
colorist Marie Severin
letterer Jim Wroten
cover pencils, inks Wally Wood

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