The Adventures of Rex the Wonder Dog #17
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Sir Rex -- Four-Footed Knight!", Rex the Wonder Dog finds himself mistaken for a legendary hero when a plane crash strands Major Dennis, Danny, and Rex in a mysterious forest marked by a colossal statue of Rex himself. Chased by medieval knights who believe him to be the prophesied Rex I, Rex must survive an archery contest and a joust to unmask the evil Duke Dratho and spark a rebellion—while the story unfolds with the bold artwork of Gil Kane and the dynamic inks of Sy Barry. The cover by Gil Kane and Bernard Sachs captures the adventure’s whimsical grandeur, all in a 10-cent comic from 1954.
When Major Dennis, Danny, and Rex crash-land in a remote forest marked by a colossal cutout of Rex, the dog is mistaken for the legendary Rex I—prophesied savior of the realm. Chased by the evil Duke Dratho’s medieval knights, Rex is imprisoned and learns of an ancient prophecy tied to the giant memorial. With Princess Elwyn’s help, he must survive deadly trials and rally the people before the kingdom falls.
In "The Case of the Suspicious Signature!", Bobo’s latest obsession—collecting autographs—leads him into a puzzling mystery when a $50 theft at a hotel ends with the money mysteriously returned. With the Sheriff on the scene and a suspicious signature in the guest register, Bobo’s sharp instincts kick in, sending him on a stealthy mission to rescue Wallace Brook, the kidnapped movie star. The case takes a personal turn when Bobo recognizes the signature from his own forced signing during the abduction—and even scores a heartfelt hug and autograph from his starlet fiancée.
In "The Secret of the Scorching Sands!", Rex the Wonder Dog takes a detour from his big day in Los Angeles when he leaps off a train platform to rescue a stranded prospector abandoned by a treacherous partner. With the desert heat and a trail of clues leading him through dusty trails and hidden dangers, Rex tracks down the thief and recovers the stolen treasure—then hitchhikes his way back to the city just in time for his long-awaited award. The story captures Rex’s courage and loyalty, as a grateful prospector in the remote desert reads about his heroism and knows full well that the dog truly deserves the honor.
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Reprinted in Tales of the Unexpected #32 (1958), Superboy Annual #1965-66 (1965), Superboy Annual #1966-67 (1966), Tarzan #232 (1974)
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