Tales to Astonish #56
In "The Coming of the Magician!", Janet's attempt to spark Hank's jealousy at a party takes a dangerous turn when she’s abducted by a mysterious villain known only as the Magician. With the help of Giant-Man, who stages a clever ruse aboard a yacht, the duo works together to outwit the foe and bring him to justice. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life by Dick Ayers’ dynamic art and Sam Rosen’s crisp lettering, this 1964 tale blends suspense and heroism, with Jack Kirby’s striking cover capturing the moment’s high stakes.
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Janet goes to a party in the hope of making Hank jealous. There, she is captured by the Magician. Giant-Man hosts a fake party aboard a yacht to lure the Magician into a trap, allowing him to save Jan and capture the Magician with her help.
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