Rom (1979) #50

Special double-size 50th issue. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema and Akin Garvey. R

om and Starshine are trapped in a shadow dimension and must find a way to return to Earth and prevent the Dire Wraiths from accomplishing their malevolent plans. Witness a startling transformation in Starshine that leaves the Earth woman forever changed. And, a cadre of alien Skrulls arrive in Clairton. What business do the enemies of the Fantastic Four have in Rom’s adopted home? Plus, included are bonus posters with art by Richard Konkle and featuring Rom as well as Hybrid one of Rom’s deadliest enemies. A tribute for those who have fallen including Steve Jackson, Torpedo, Terminator, Rom’s own humanity, and others. A gallery featuring Rom’s arch foes, the horrible denizens of the Dark Nebula known as the Dire Wraiths. And finally the Spaceknights of Galador. Heroes die and the status-quo changes.

Newsstand. 48 pages. Cover price $1.00.