Human Torch #1

Name: Human Torch #1
Brand: L. Miller & Son

Jan 1954 · L. Miller & Son · 6d [0-0-6 GBP]

“The Atomic Blaster”

artist, inker, letterer Dick Ayers · artist, inker Carl Burgos · cover Carl Burgos

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artist, inker, letterer Dick Ayers

artist, inker Carl Burgos

cover pencils, inks Carl Burgos

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A soviet spy steals plans for an atomic hand blaster and creates one that gets confused with toys he has created for decoys. The Torch buys it when looking for a present for a poor boy. The spy falls to his death in battle with Torch and Toro at an industrial plant.

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