Uncanny Tales #36
In "The Nameless One!", a sorcerer's trial of skill turns into a mystery when Edwin, seemingly powerless, outshines even the most flamboyant spellcasters in a contest for a princess and a fortune. Written by Carl Wessler and illustrated by Jack Katz, with inks by Christopher Rule and letters by Ray Holloway, this 1955 tale from Uncanny Tales #36 delivers a classic fantasy twist, all framed by Carl Burgos’s striking cover art.
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King Harlow offers a bag of gold and his daughter to the most impressive sorcerer. Edwin doesn't seem to have any powers while Golvany shows off many impressive conjuring feats. Finally, Edwin casts a spell which makes himself, the princess and the gold disappear. Edwin and the princess get a castle of their own.
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