Gold Key Bronze Age Classic + Valiant Key Issue • Origins • Russ Manning • Jim Shooter
This listing is for a two‑book Magnus Robot Fighter collector lot featuring one of the most important reprints of the character’s origin from the Gold Key era, paired with a key Valiant issue written by Jim Shooter. These issues highlight the evolution of Magnus from his earliest 1960s roots to his 1990s revival. Both books feature notable creators, early lore, and collectible variants.Please review all photos carefully to assess condition.
12¢ cover price variant Reprints the very first Magnus story (Origin Issue #1) • Script and art by Russ Manning• Painted cover by Russ Manning• Reprint of Magnus Robot Fighter #1 with some panels edited from the original• Features Magnus’ first battle against Polrob Chief H8• Includes backup story “The Incredible Jewel” starring The Aliens• Issue code: 10046‑805 (May 1968)• 36 pages, full colorCollector Note: Early Gold Key Magnus issues and origin reprints are increasingly scarce, especially the 12¢ cover variant. Russ Manning’s painted covers remain highly collectible.
Key Valiant issue – “Steel Nation Part One” • Script by Jim Shooter• Art by Art Nichols, Bob Layton, and Kathryn Bolinger• Story explores the rise of freewill robots and questions of sentience• Includes the origin of 1‑A, Magnus’ mentor• Part of the acclaimed Valiant relaunch• Cover price 1.75Collector Note: Early Valiant printings are known for lower distribution compared to Marvel/DC titles of the era. Shooter and Layton’s involvement makes this a desirable key for Magnus and Valiant collectors.
• Gold Key 12¢ variant with Russ Manning painted cover• Reprint of Magnus’ very first appearance and origin • Valiant #1D includes origin of 1‑A and begins the major “Steel Nation” storyline• Features legendary creators: Russ Manning, Jim Shooter, Bob Layton• Strong pairing of Bronze Age and early 1990s Valiant history
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