Direct Edition
First Appearance of the Stranger
Cover by Jack Kirby (pencils) and Chic Stone (inks).
“The Triumph of Magneto!”
Written by Stan Lee, with pencils by Jack Kirby and inks by Chic Stone.
First Appearance
Stranger
A Powerful New Arrival
Professor X detects the presence of an immensely powerful being that has arrived on Earth. Sensing a potential threat, he dispatches the X-Men to investigate.
The Stranger Meets Magneto
Stranger
Magneto
Brotherhood of Evil Mutants
While attempting to understand Earth and its inhabitants, the mysterious Stranger encounters Magneto and his Brotherhood, setting the stage for a major confrontation.
X-Men vs. Brotherhood
X-Men
Cyclops
Marvel Girl
Beast
Angel
Iceman
The X-Men clash once again with Magneto's mutant followers as both groups struggle to understand the Stranger's true nature and intentions.
A Turning Point for the Brotherhood
Quicksilver
Scarlet Witch
After Magneto's disappearance, Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch decide to leave the Brotherhood and return to Central Europe.
The Secret Revealed
Professor X eventually realizes that the Stranger is not a mutant, but an alien traveler possessing incredible powers and knowledge.
Collector of Mutants
The Stranger reveals that he has been gathering unusual beings from across the cosmos for study. Viewing Magneto and Toad as worthy specimens, he transports them into outer space.
Key Appearances
Stranger
Magneto
Toad
Quicksilver
Scarlet Witch
Professor X
36 Pages • Full Color • Cover Price: $0.12
A landmark Silver Age issue featuring the debut of the Stranger and a major turning point in the early history of Magneto and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants.
