A group of intelligent apes who worship the memory of Superman wonder if Ben Boxer is the “Mighty One” returned. A solid meditation on myth by Jack “King” Kirby – a creator who knows a little something about the topic!
READContrary to its striking cover, this issue actually features three unconnected – and largely uninspired – tales featuring Batman, Aquaman and the Legion of Super-Heroes. From creative talent including Gerry Conway, Paul Levitz, Don Newton and others.
READLinda “Supergirl” Danvers moves to San Francisco to start a new job – unfortunately, with Lex Luthor’s niece in tow. Writer/artist Mike Sekowsky brings some Marvel-style continuity to the maid of might.
READBoth Batman and Man-Bat head to a dictator’s island in an effort to bring a hitman to justice. Bob Haney’s story is hit and miss but Jim Aparo’s art is up to its usual excellent standards.
READThe Phantom Stranger seeks Batman and the Outsiders’ help in fighting an evil sorcerer who is possessing babies at Christmas. By the time an army of newborns attack, it’s pretty obvious Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo are delivering something a little different for the holidays!
READThree gift-bearing aliens who are following a distant star crash land on Earth, and the Justice League battles Major Macabre. A decent story with a lame villain, from the team of Gerry Conway, Dick Dillin and Frank McLaughlin.
READBatman makes an unsettling discovery about his father, but the Huntress is there to help him crack this Christmas case. A serviceable holiday outing from Mike W. Barr with crisp art from underrated Bat-master Jim Aparo. Plus, a backup feature starring Nemesis.
READAgainst the backdrop of the holidays, Ambush Bug investigates the possible return of Cheeks, the Toy Wonder … as a cannibal? Another madcap outing from Ambush Bug regulars Robert Loren Fleming, Keith Giffen and Bob Oksner.
READWhen Green Lantern and Green Arrow encounter an eco-activist/terrorist named Isaac, both heroes learn a lesson about blind faith. Neal Adams art is excellent, but Denny O’Neil’s script lacks subtlety.
READSuperman finds himself going toe to toe with Captain Thunder, a Captain Marvel analogue turned inexplicably evil. This outing from Elliot S. Maggin, Curt Swan and Bob Oksner never quite escapes its own oddness.
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