While visiting the Nullport space station to pick up a new cruiser, the Legion uncovers a Khundian plot. The lead feature, by Paul Levitz and Pat Broderick, is solid, but the real treat is the backup story that welcomes Keith Giffen to the 30th century.
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Jay Hunter’s criminal activities get his scientist father killed – but not before the old man helps him become a superhero. Archie Goodwin writes this debut issue, but it’s the art of Steve Ditko and Wally Wood that makes it a treat.
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Still reeling from the death of one of their own, the all-new X-Men face off against a demon invasion. Regular writer Chris Claremont settles in, with strong support from team co-creator Dave Cockrum.
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When the original X-Men fall prey to a powerful new foe, Professor X gathers replacements to mount a rescue effort. An efficient, well-crafted debut from co-creators Len Wein and Dave Cockrum.
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Three astronauts survive a nuclear war, make friends with a cave man and struggle to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. This debut issue – by Joe Gill and John Byrne – isn’t as good as the reviewer remembers, but it’s still a lot of fun.
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On the anniversary of his parents’ murder, Batman visits Crime Alley – and the kind woman who comforted the orphaned Bruce Wayne. A strong if simple story from legendary Batwriter Denny O’Neil, with gorgeous art from Dick Giordano.
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Air Force pilot Travis Morgan ejects from a crashing SR-71 – to discover the hidden, savage world of Skartaris! The Warlord – writer/artist Mike Grell’s most enduring creation – proves to have that “it” thing right out of the gate.
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