Superboy Annual #1965-66
In "The Weakling from Earth! Part I," a crash in a remote forest sets off a wild adventure when Danny and Rex are mistaken for the legendary Rex I by a band of medieval knights serving the evil Duke Dratho. With the help of Princess Elwyn, who recounts the tale of the ancient hero, Rex must survive deadly trials to prove his worth—before the Dennises can repair their plane and escape. Written by Robert Kanigher and illustrated by Gil Kane, with inks by Sy Barry, this 1965 Atlas Publishing annual blends sci-fi and fantasy in a story that’s equal parts peril and wonder. Cover by Gil Kane.
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Major Dennis, Danny, and Rex crash their plane in remote forest marked with a huge cutout of Rex! Danny and Rex go for help. They're chased by medieval knights of evil Duke Dratho who think Rex is "Rex I" from prophecy! Thrown in the dungeon, Princess Elwyn tells the story of Rex I and the huge memorial. Rex survives an archery contest and fights a joust to defeat Duke Dratho and spark an uprising. Dubbed knights, the Dennises repair their plane and fly back to civilization.
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