Mystery in Space #51
In "Battle of the Moon Monsters!", the Kull’s quiet vigil against cosmic anti-matter blotches takes a dangerous turn when one of their lighthouses drifts into Earth’s solar system. Two Earthmen stumble upon the device, only to be captured by the Zarran—ancient foes of the Kull—whose twisted plan turns the lighthouse into a weapon of mass radiation. Written by Gardner Fox and illustrated with dynamic flair by Mike Sekowsky, with inks by Frank Giacoia, this 1959 DC adventure blends alien intrigue and high-stakes survival. Gil Kane’s striking cover captures the tension of the moment, drawing readers into a story where curiosity leads to captivity—and unexpected redemption.
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The Kull are a peaceful people who have discovered random anti-matter blotches throughout space. To warn travelers of the blotches they station lighthouses in their vicinity. One of the lighthouses drifts into our solar system. Two Earthmen investigate the lighthouse and become prisoners when it is retrieved by the Zarran, enemies of the Kull. The Zarrans rig the lighthouse with crystals to absorb the deadly radiation from the blotches and beam it onto the Kull planet. The Earthmen help the Zarran defeat the effects of the radiation and are rewarded with knowledge to take back to Earth.
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