Big Shot Comics #10

Joe Palooka enters the ring against Buddy Peters, the Australian Assassin, burdened by financial troubles that have left him rattled in the lead-up to the fight. With Ann Howe worried for his state of mind and Knobby Walsh doing his best to keep things steady, Joe must find his focus as the crowd roars and the stakes—both personal and financial—mount higher with each round. The fight itself becomes a brutal slugfest, with both boxers trading devastating blows in a ten-round battle that tests Joe's nerve and determination.

District Attorney Tom Kerry goes undercover as a crook when a mysterious split doubloon arrives with instructions to infiltrate Chicago Al's kidnapping gang and save the abducted Lil Teach. Armed with a cover story and a bullet-proof vest, Kerry must navigate a treacherous criminal operation and outsmart a ruthless gang to rescue the heiress before they discover his true identity.

When Rocky Ryan and his companions defeat a band of warriors and claim a mysterious blade from their chief Blusto, a beautiful sword forged in the distant land of Carcarola, Rocky's wanderlust is ignited. Doe and Targo agree to join him on a perilous journey to the legendary realm, though even Targo warns that no sane man would dare venture there. As they set out toward Carcarola and its fabled Blue Glass Tower, the adventure takes a turn that will test their courage and resolve in ways they never anticipated.

When magician Marvelo learns that Frank Burt's father has been captured by the moon-worshipping troglodytes deep in the Matto Grosso jungle, he uses his supernatural powers to scout the ruins and intimidate the natives—but a rival faction refuses to heed the warning. Now Marvelo and young Frank must fight their way through ritual sacrifice, angry natives, and wild beasts to rescue his father and escape the wilderness alive.