Sub-Mariner #39
In "And Here I'll Stand," Namor ventures to the surface world, seeking Llyra and a deeper connection to his human roots. Settling on the abandoned Prison Island in New York, he establishes a new home—only to face escalating conflict with city authorities. As tensions rise and the National Guard prepares to act, a surprising revelation from Diane hints at a long-lost truth about Namor’s father. Written by Roy Thomas, with dynamic art by Ross Andru and Jim Mooney, and a striking cover by Sal Buscema and Marie Severin, this 1971 issue captures a pivotal moment in the Sub-Mariner’s journey.
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Namor heads to the surface world to search for Llyra and connect with his human heritage. In New York, the former prince turns the abandoned Prison Island into his home, which quickly draws the ire of the city. After skirmishes with the harbor police and National Guard, officials elect to destroy the island. Diane tells Namor that his father may be alive.
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