Description: Strange Tales #103 (December 1962) is a significant issue in Marvel's Silver Age of Comics. This comic features the second solo adventure of the Human Torch, following the character's growing popularity from the Fantastic Four series. In this story, Johnny Storm confronts the villain Paste-Pot Pete, who makes his debut in this issue. Pete, equipped with a high-tech adhesive gun, becomes a recurring foe in Marvel's early days and later evolves into the more formidable character, the Trapster. The issue is packed with the classic Silver Age storytelling style, combining lighthearted action with superhero theatrics. As part of Marvel's early experimentation with solo superhero stories outside team books, Strange Tales #103 showcases the Human Torch's personality, abilities, and his growing role as a leading character in Marvel’s universe. The book also features vibrant artwork by the legendary Jack Kirby and inks by Dick Ayers, capturing the dynamic energy and creativity that defined the era. It's a must-have for collectors interested in Marvel’s formative years and for fans of the Fantastic Four and their extended lore.
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Tradition: US Comics
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Type: Comic Book
Format: Single Issue
Universe: Marvel (MCU)
Grade: 8.5 Very Fine+
Language: English
Artist/Writer: Dick Ayers, Steve Ditko, Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Jack Kirby, Don Heck
Era: Silver Age (1956-69)
Cover Artist: Dick Ayers, Stan Lee, Stan Goldberg, Jack Kirby
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Genre: Superheroes, Fantasy
Publication Year: 1962
Character: Human Torch (Johnny Storm), Valeria (Introduction), Zemu (Later Spelled "Xemu") (Introduction), Theos, Jasper Jenks, Zemu, Mr. Harris (Cameo), George Bentley, Mister Fantastic (Reed Richards) (Cameo), Lemuel Gulliver, Emma Gulliver, Phineas (Introduction)
Series Title: Strange Tales
Issue Number: 103
