The Witching Hour #44
In "Color the Dead Black," big game hunter Richards is summoned to colonial Rajahpur to deal with a deadly tiger, only to uncover a chilling secret when the beast’s gold-filled teeth are recognized by the local doctor. Written by Michael Fleisher and illustrated with stark precision by Don Perlin, this 1974 DC tale blends suspense and mystery in a story that lingers long after the final page. The cover by Nick Cardy captures the eerie tension of the moment, a striking visual that hints at the dark truths beneath the surface.
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Summoned from London by the local doctor, big game hunter Richards kills the tiger menacing colonial Rajahpur. The dead tiger has gold fillings in its teeth, which the doctor recognizes.
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