The Brave and the Bold, #155
Published: October 1979
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The Fugitive from Two Worlds!
Storyline
Green Lantern and Batman argue over possession of a prisoner.
Characters
- Batman
- Bruce Wayne
- Green Lantern [Hal Jordan]
- Tri Vul
Credits
- Pencils: Jim Aparo
- Inks: Jim Aparo
- Colors: Tatjana Wood
- Letters: Todd Klein
Story Notes
Colors credit provided by Anthony Tollin.
Fugitive from Two Worlds!
Storyline
When Tri Vul attempts to use a meteor under Gotham City to cure his radiation poisoning, its removal causes earthquakes. Green Lantern and Batman bring him to justice before the Guardians of Oa, and replace the meteor to stop the earthquakes.
Characters
- Batman
- Bruce Wayne
- Green Lantern [Hal Jordan]
- Commissioner James Gordon
- Alfred Pennyworth (cameo)
- Dr. Wheelwright
- The Guardians of The Universe
- Tri Vul
- Calaphonian rulers
- Calaphonian bystanders
- construction worker
- Green Lantern [Medphyll]
- Green Lantern [Chaselon]
- Green Lantern [Yalan Gur]
Credits
- Script: Bob Haney
- Script: Mike W. Barr
- Pencils: Jim Aparo
- Inks: Jim Aparo
- Colors: Jerry Serpe
- Letters: Jim Aparo
Story Notes
Mike W. Barr credit per interview in Back Issue #7.
Fruit Stripe Gum Sweepstakes
Characters
- Yipes
Story Notes
Ad for gum from Life Savers, Inc. For the sweepstakes, the ad includes a "what's wrong with this picture" activity as the entry form. On first page between pages 4-5 of the story.
Super Gifts & Gimmicks
Story Notes
Ad for toys and novelties. On second page between pages 4-5 of the story.
Wonder Woman Saves the Astronauts
Storyline
A space shuttle cannot be reached by radio signal, so Wonder Woman leaves them a trail of Hostess Fruit Pies to guide them back to earth.
Characters
- Wonder Woman [Diana Prince]
- 2 astronauts
Credits
- Pencils: Curt Swan
- Inks: Vince Colletta
Story Notes
Ad in comic form for Hostess Fruit Pies from Continental Baking Company. On first page between pages 8-9 of the story.
Take a Terrifying Trip Through the... Time Warp
Credits
- Letters: Todd Klein
Story Notes
House ad for Time Warp #1, with cover shown, on sale July 19th. On second page between pages 8-9 of the story.
Gumfighting Practice and Techniques.
Story Notes
Ad for bubble gum from Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, with instructions on how to win a bubble fight. On first page between pages 10-11 of the story.
500!
Featuring DC Comics
Story Notes
House ad for Action Comics #500, with cover shown, on sale July 19th. On second page between pages 10-11 of the story.
Comic Strips.
Credits
- Pencils: Jack Davis (uncertain)
- Inks: Jack Davis (uncertain)
Story Notes
Ad for meat snacks. On top of third page between pages 10-11 of the story.
Fun to Use! (1)
Story Notes
Ad for glue sticks with DC and Marvel super heroes on the sticks. On bottom of third page between pages 10-11 of the story.
Can You Outwit the World's Greatest Detective?
Featuring DC Comics
Characters
- Batman
- Robin
- Alfred Pennyworth
Story Notes
House ad for subscriptions to Batman and the Brave and the Bold. On fourth page between pages 10-11 of the story.
New! H-O Scale Military Figures!
Story Notes
Ad for model military figures for use in gaming or as toys, from Atlantic Products. On first page between pages 12-13 of the story.
The Little Books that Pack a Big Punch!
Featuring DC Comics
Story Notes
House ad for Batman and Jonah Hex December #2 issues, both on sale August 9th. On second page between pages 12-13 of the story.
Remember How Many Times You Felt Left Out Because You Were Broke!
Story Notes
Ad for sales people for Grit newspapers. On top of first page between pages 16-17 of the story.
Great Snackin' Great Trackin'
Story Notes
Ad for meat snacks from Lowrey's division of Beatrice Foods Company. On bottom of first page between pages 16-17 of the story.
Characters
- Charles Atlas
Story Notes
Ads in classified format for comics, Centuri model rockets, body building, high school rings, stamps, Wild'n Crazy Tee Shirts, and more. This page was formerly titled "Write Right Now!" On second page between pages 16-17 of the story.
Characters
- Batman [Bruce Wayne] (title header)
Credits
- Script: Paul Levitz
Story Notes
Letters from Alan G. Giroux, Eric J. Hoover, Kent A. Phenis, Tad Ray Christiansen, and David DeRossett. Lists correction to art for The Brave & The Bold #65, as Dick Giordano and Sal Trapani, NOT Bruno Premiani.
Volume 79 Issue 31 - Week of July 16, 1979
Storyline
Information on Wonder Woman #261, Superman #341, comics on sale the week of August 6th and Ask the Answer Man questions from Steven Bake, Jon Sauer, Jon Gove, James Whitaker, Chris Tatro, Mark Hoots, Mark Reschke and David Mann.
Characters
- Bob Rozakis
- Jor-El
- Lara
- Wonder Woman
Credits
- Script: Bob Rozakis
- Editing: Bob Rozakis
- Editing: Anthony Tollin
Storyline
Jor-El and Lara dancing the last tango on Krypton.
Characters
- Jor-El
- Lara
Credits
- Script: Fred Hembeck
- Pencils: Fred Hembeck
- Inks: Fred Hembeck