Black Magic #15 – Key Highlights
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Cover Art: Jack Kirby
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Stories & Art: Bill Draut, Bill Walton, George Roussos, Mort Meskin & Bob McCarty
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Publisher: Prize Publications
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Genre: Horror / Supernatural / Mystery
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Indicia: Volume 2, Issue 9
🔥 Key Significance
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Features a striking cover by legendary artist Jack Kirby, co-creator of Captain America alongside Joe Simon.
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Part of the influential Black Magic horror anthology, Simon and Kirby's contribution to the supernatural comics boom of the 1950s.
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Includes a strong lineup of interior artists, particularly Mort Meskin and Bill Draut, both celebrated for their atmospheric storytelling.
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Explores classic supernatural themes involving ghosts, unexplained creatures, murder, revenge and the consequences of evil deeds.
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An interesting numbering detail: #15 appears on the cover, while the indicia identifies the issue as Volume 2, Issue 9.
📖 Story Highlights
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“The Angel of Death!” – A man discovers the terrifying truth behind a strange, deadly creature flying over his village.
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“Dead Ringer!” – A boxer is haunted by the spirit of a man he killed in the ring.
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“Ashes to Ashes” – An arsonist is tormented by the spirits of those who died because of his crimes.
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“The Flight That Failed” – A suspenseful tale involving a disastrous flight.
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“Shades of Rex!” – A mysterious supernatural story.
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“Last Date” – A chilling tale involving an unsettling encounter.
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“The Promised Land” – A supernatural-themed story exploring the unknown.
📌 Additional Details
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Cover Issue Number: #15
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Indicia: Volume 2, Issue 9
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Pages: 44
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Format: Full Color
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Cover Price: $0.10
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Publisher: Prize Publications
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Era: 1950s / Pre-Code Horror
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Notable Creator: Jack Kirby
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Collector Appeal: Jack Kirby cover art, a strong lineup of Golden Age artists and classic Simon & Kirby supernatural storytelling.
