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Issue: Journey into Mystery #116
Publication Date: May 1965
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Issues: #116 of 125 Issues (181 Printings)
Title:
Variant: unnamed
Rating: Approved by the Comics Code Authority
Publisher: FlagMarvel
Brand: Marvel Comics GroupView Brand Images4
Indicia Publisher: Atlas Magazines Inc.
On Sale Date: 03/04/1965
Volume: 1
Pages: 36
ISBN: none
UPC/EAN: none
Price: $0.12 USD
Indicia Frequency: Approved by the Comics Code Authority
Content Items: 20 (2 stories, 1 cover)
Editor(s):  
Disclose Notes: On-sale date from 1965 Periodicals, Copyright Office, Library of Congress.
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Publication Type: Comic Book
Color: color
Dimensions: standard Golden Age US; then standard Silver Age US
Paper Stock: glossy cover; newsprint interior
Binding: saddle-stitched
Publishing Format: was ongoing series
Format Notes:  
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The Trial of the Gods!

Illustration  on  Cover, Front
Subject Matter
Genres: fantasy, superhero
Reprinting
In Issue: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #3 [Regular Edition] published September 2004
In Issue: FlagMarvel Gold. El Poderoso Thor: En Mis Manos, Este Martillo #[nn] published September 2013
In Content Item: FlagFantastic! #45 published December 1967
as The Trial of the Gods! [Illustration on Cover, Front]
In Content Item: FlagIl Mitico Thor #20 published January 1972
as Il giudizio degli dei [Illustration on Cover, Front]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #[3] published November 2001
as Journey Into Mystery #116 [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Thor #2 published July 2005
as The Trial of the Gods! [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]black & white
In Content Item: FlagJourney into Mystery No. 116 [Marvel Legends Reprint] #[nn] published November 2005
as Cover to Journey Into Mystery #116 [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagThe Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 [Direct] published January 2010
as Journey Into Mystery #116 [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset; ?
Subject Matter
First Line: Exclusive fun products by mail
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Inside front cover. Ad for a variety of novelty items.
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The Trial of the Gods!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Subject Matter
Genres: fantasy, superhero
First Line: At last, Thor and his evil arch-enemy Loki, are about to undergo the most dangerous test of all time, to determine which of them has lied to regal Odin, immortal monarch of Asgard!
Synopsis: Odin sends Thor and Loki to Skornheim to endure the Trial of the Gods, which will show which one of his sons is lying to him. Against Odin's decree, Loki uses magic to escape the traps of the enchanted land, while Thor has to rely on brawn and sheer will. Meanwhile, the Enchantress and the Executioner set about tormenting Jane Foster in a bid to influence the outcome of the trial. Odin sends Balder to deal with them.
Reprinting
In Issue: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #3 [Regular Edition] published September 2004
In Issue: FlagMarvel Gold. El Poderoso Thor: En Mis Manos, Este Martillo #[nn] published September 2013
In Content Item: FlagFantastic! #46 published December 1967
as The Trial of the Gods [part 2] [Story on Interior Page(s)]part 2
In Content Item: FlagFantastic! #45 published December 1967
as The Trial of The Gods! [Part 1] [Story on Interior Page(s)]part 1
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Tales #27 published July 1970
as The Trial of the Gods! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagIl Mitico Thor #20 published January 1972
as Il giudizio degli dei [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #[3] published November 2001
as The Trial of the Gods! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Thor #2 published July 2005
as The Trial of the Gods! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagJourney into Mystery No. 116 [Marvel Legends Reprint] #[nn] published November 2005
as The Trial of the Gods! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagThe Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 [Direct] published January 2010
as The Trial of the Gods! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 16
Disclose Notes: This story takes place at the same time as Daredevil #7 and Fantastic Four #38. First appearance of the land of Skornheim.

Suspicions that Carl Hubbell provided alterations on the figures of the Executioner, the Enchantress and Daredevil on pages 11-13.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Are you proud of your paycheck?
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad for the Commercial Trades Institute, between pages 5 and 6 of previous story sequence.
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Treasure Chest of Fun

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Colorist(s): ? (panel backgrounds and lettering only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Editor(s): ?
Subject Matter
First Line: Throw your voice
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Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad for various novelty items starting with "Throw Your Voice".
Between pages 9 and 10nof previous story sequence.
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4 More Marvel Masterpieces!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (promo copy)
Colorist(s): ? (background only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Genres: superhero, war
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Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: House ad for Avengers (Marvel, 1963 series) #16, Tales to Astonish (Marvel, 1959 series) #68, Sgt. Fury (Marvel, 1963 series) #18, and Amazing Spider-Man (Marvel, 1963 series) #25 with black & white covers depicted and advertised as “on sale now.” Between pages 13 and 14 of previous story sequence.
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U.S. Gov't Surplus

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
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Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Surplus Bargains
First Line: Hundreds of items for as little as 2¢ and 3¢ on the dollar direct by mail!
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Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Ad for government surplus items: parachutes, boats, tents, machetes, etc.
Between pages 13 and 14 of previous story sequence on top half of page.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ? (panel background and lettering only)
Letterer(s): ?; typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Christy Trades School
First Line: Start your own business!
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Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Send for electronic appliance repair training information from Christy Trades School, Inc.
On lower half of page between pages 13 and 14 of previous story sequence.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: 225 stamps for only 10¢
Synopsis: Thumbnail ads for a range of products.
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Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: On top half of page.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ? (photograph)
Inker(s): ? (photograph)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Look! Boys wanted to sell Grit
Synopsis: Ad soliciting sellers of Grit newspaper.
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Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: On lower half of page.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Aim for the space team
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Thumbnail ads for a range of products.
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More Triumphs for Marvel..!

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (promo copy)
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Genres: superhero, war
Character(s): The Stranger
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Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: House ad for Fantastic Four (Marvel, 1961 series) #16, Tales of Suspense (Marvel, 1959 series) #68, and X-Men (Marvel, 1963 series) #25 with covers depicted and advertised as “on sale now.”
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The Challenge!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Subject Matter
Genres: fantasy, superhero
First Line: In Thor #63, we saw how Loki won himself an ally in preparation for his eventual battle with the thunder god! (see notes)
Synopsis: On a diplomatic mission, Loki convinces King Hymir to put Thor to a deadly test, where failure means slavery to the evil king. Thor, of course, passes the test, much to the annoyance of Hymir who strikes Loki and accuses him of betrayal.
Reprinting
In Issue: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #3 [Regular Edition] published September 2004
In Content Item: FlagIl Mitico Thor #17 published November 1971
as La sfida! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Spectacular #1 published August 1973
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagBiblioteca Marvel: Thor #1 published May 2001
as "¡El Desafío!" [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Mighty Thor #[3] published November 2001
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Thor #2 published July 2005
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]black & white
In Content Item: FlagJourney into Mystery No. 116 [Marvel Legends Reprint] #[nn] published November 2005
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagThor: Tales of Asgard By Stan Lee & Jack Kirby #3 published January 2009
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagThor: Tales of Asgard #[nn] published January 2010
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagThe Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 [Direct] published January 2010
as The Challenge! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 5
Disclose Notes: First appearance of Princess Rinda and King Hymir.

The "first line" sequence mentions Thor #63, but it is likely meant to refer to Journey Into Mystery #115 when Loki made an alliance with Ghan, the storm giant.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Hatch and grow live sea-monkeys
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Ad for sea-circus aquarium and brine shrimp (sea-monkeys) for only $1.
Located on the top half of the page between pages 3 and 4 of previous story sequence.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Grow 2 living monsters in your own room
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Ad for "hair-raising" monsters. The ad is located on the lower half of the page between pages 3 and 4 of previous story sequence.
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[untitled]

Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): The Merry Marvel Marching Society
First Line: Big news for all you merry Marvel marchers — and all of your who are about to join!
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad for the MMMS includes an illo of Thor possibly drawn by Carl Hubbell.
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[untitled]

Letters Page  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: So! Thor never loses, eh?
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In Content Item: FlagThe Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 [Direct] published January 2010
as [untitled] [Letters Page on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Letters from John Ellsworth, Gordon Fitzgerald, Judy Pope, and Terry Levin; includes The Mighty Marvel Checklist.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Mr. Victor Mason
First Line: Make $5.00 to $20.00 a week extra operating this "Saturday morning shoe store"
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad to earn money by selling shoes.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photos)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photos)
Letterer(s): ?; typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Yubiwaza System
Character(s): N.J. Fleming (photo); Yoshie Imanami (photo)
First Line: Boys! Men! I'll help you master Yubiwaza
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Inside back cover. Ad for the Yubiwaza system of martial arts.
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[untitled]

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Famous Artists Schools
Character(s): Albert Dorne
First Line: He's looking for people who like to draw
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Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Back cover. Ad for the Famous Artists Schools.

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