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The Black Marvel

    As Man-to, the Black Feet Indian chief, lies dying, he orders his men to train someone to carry on the traditions of the Black Feet tribe, since no worthy successor has yet been found. None of the Black Feet tribesmen can outrun a deer, out-swim a salmon, or shoot a bullseye with a bow; such are the requirements to carry on the Black Feet tradition. Meanwhile, socialite Dan Lyons hopes to repay a debt to the Indian chief, for his father had once been saved by Man-to. He not only passes the tests but proves able to catch arrows in mid-air and kill a grizzly bear with his bare hands. Dan Lyons is then given the mantle and costume of the Black Marvel and is told to carry on the tribe’s traditions of "loyalty, honesty, and clean living," and to right wrongs wherever they exist. Leaving with Man-to's words "seared in my memory," he returns to Los Angeles to "destroy those enemies of mankind who would prey upon the helpless." Among the enemies he fought in his too brief career were the Grinner, Dr. Hyde, and the red-robed Order of the Hood. But, ironically, his male friend Pat and his girlfriend Mary constantly chide Dan for his cowardice.

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Last Known Legal Copyright Holder:
Timely Publications (Marvel Inc.) 1942
Sightings:
Mystic Comics (1st series) #'s 5 through 9
All Winners Comics # 1
First Appearance: 03/41
Last Appearance: 05/42

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