Mystery in Space #70
In "Vengeance of the Dust Devil!", set in the year 2178, Doctor Fred Gibson journeys to Jupiter in search of his missing fiancée, Elsa, only to find her in the care of rival archaeologist Phil Travis—whose lack of medical training puts her in danger. With help from ancient Jovian technology, Gibson discovers the truth behind the mysterious "Droga Ray," a device that transformed the planet's inhabitants into energy beings, and uses it to become an invisible protector in his quest to save Elsa. Written by Gardner Fox and illustrated by Murphy Anderson, with a cover by Carmine Infantino and Murphy Anderson, this 1961 DC adventure blends sci-fi mystery and emotional stakes in a story that redefines heroism in the cosmos.
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In 2178, Doctor Fred Gibson is on Jupiter searching for his fiance Elsa. His romantic rival, archaeologist Phil Travis, finds her first but lacks the medical knowledge to treat her properly. Gibson, however, finds ancient Jovian technology that reveals its history: scientist Halfar Kal invented a "Droga Ray" that evolved the Jovians into pure energy, allowing them to travel throughout the galaxy. Gibson uses the ray on himself and as an invisible energy being helps Travis save Elsa. Travis returns to Earth, but the grateful Elsa opts to stay with Gibson, who used the ray to return to normal.
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