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DescriptionThis wasn't my first encounter with this excellent (albeit somewhat quirky) book. It was, instead, the next (third) issue. It didn't quite fit the mould of superhero titles that I was hitherto used to and I only bought it because it was one of the few interesting books that I spotted whilst on holiday. It was a great surprise and joy, though, to learn that this was a Steve Ditko book and I was happy simply to be "reunited" with his art. I had found his Amazing Spider-Man books truly marvellous and was somewhat disappointed when he left the title (although John Romita's work was wonderful as well). In the event, this chance encounter with the third issue prompted me to look for whether any earlier issues were available. I did manage to purchase the second issue. The cover was even more striking than that for the third issue. It was - as I was later to discover - typically Ditko-esque. I never thought, though, that the original art to that cover would one day come under my stewardship. It is even more striking in person. As I write this brief reflection, it has also just dawned on me that this is the first - and clearly the last - cover by Ditko that I will ever have stewardship of (not least because of the high cost involved in acquiring original art generally nowadays). It is a most humbling feeling indeed.More specifically, the Proteus saga was wrapped up in issue six (the last issue for the series), although the second half of it was not drawn by Ditko as he was ill at the time. It was quite fascinating though trying to guess who Proteus was - not unlike the parallel in the Amazing Spider-Man title with regard to the Green Goblin. Social/Sharing |
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Jeff Singh 
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/28/2015
Ditko was at his best doing offbeat characters and I think the Creeper was one of the high points in his career.
DC's Showcase
Member Since 2006
Posted on 9/29/2015
Lots great about this, but those eyes really scream through. Those Ditko eyes.
Rob Stolzer
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/29/2015
Such classic Ditko in so many ways. Almost feels like a combination of a Mr. A-type cover and the Creeper. Congratulations!
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
Posted on 9/29/2015
A highly improbable hero, but punchy stories,... And the Art... Quintessential Ditko! I can understand how humbling this must feel... But, also how much joy this brings...
glen gold
Member Since 2004
Posted on 9/30/2015
I have always loved something about this cover, which is the diabolical genius perspective. Check it out: are we above The Creeper or looking at him dead on? And try to get the gazes of all those eyes to intersect -- it's amazing. Great cover.
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
Posted on 12/13/2022
Incredible! Iconic! Such a great Ditko image!
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 5/16/2023
How have I not commented on this one? Shame on me - it's a stunner!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 5/16/2023
Chris K. wrote:
How have I not commented on this one? Shame on me - it's a stunner!
Many thanks, Chris! And many congrats on an awesome collection!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 4/18/2025
David Kwock wrote:
Love this amazing piece!
Many thanks, David. This is so awesome in person and I am so glad to be its current steward.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 4/18/2025
Lee P wrote:
Awesome!
Many thanks, Lee, for taking the trouble to comment on this really wonderful cover which has in many ways flown under the radar since being posted a decade ago.
Lee P
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 4/18/2025
Comicart Boston wrote:
Many thanks, Lee, for taking the trouble to comment on this really wonderful cover which has in many ways flown under the radar since being posted a decade ago.
I think maybe you should repost CAB. People need to see this.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 4/18/2025
Lee P wrote:
I think maybe you should repost CAB. People need to see this.
Many thanks, Lee. Do take care.
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