Western Hero #82

Western Hero #82 is an anthology featuring multiple stories. "Monte Hale in Death Plays the Ace" depicts King Faro, a smart gambler, meeting Monte Hale and learning that death always has the final hand—Hale defeats Faro in a confrontation involving a horse, gambling, and gunplay at a riverbank. The issue also includes a humorous "Whimpy" story in which the character seeks the sheriff's help after being punched, claiming he has proof of the assault in black and white, leading to comedic misunderstandings with the law.