Marvel Mystery Comics #7
In "The Human Torch -- Policeman," the flame-wielding hero takes on a new role as a lawman in a high-stakes chase, all while the mysterious Ka-Zar watches from the jungle. Written, drawn, and inked by Ben Thompson, this 1940 adventure blends pulp intrigue with early superhero action, set against the lush backdrop of the Belgian Congo. The cover by Alex Schomburg captures the drama in bold, dynamic lines.
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Ka-Zar notes the arrival of Professor Rice, a botanist who has come to the Belgian Congo to search for certain rare species of plant life. Unfortunately for the good Professor, his pilot is a thief and murderer, who not only intends to blackmail the Professor for $100,000, but also to marry his daughter.
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