Marvel Spectacular #6
In "The Maddening Menace of the Super-Beast!", Thor and the Asgardians battle treacherous seas as their ship nears the ominous Pillars of Utgard, struggling against waves that seem to defy their strength. With Balder climbing the figurehead and hauling a mysterious horn, the tension mounts—just as the next chapter promises to reveal its purpose. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life by Jack Kirby’s dynamic art, with inks by Vince Colletta and letters by Artie Simek, this 1974 Marvel Spectacular features Kirby’s legendary cover pencils and inks, capturing the epic dread of the journey.
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Thor’s ship approaches the deadly Pillars of Utgard where it is buffeted by strong waves. The Asgardians pull at the oars with all their might but to little avail. Meanwhile, Balder climbs to the top of the ship’s figurehead, dragging a mighty horn with him. The reason for this will be revealed in the next episode.
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