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Kong: King of Skull Island                                   Mixed Comics Lot
Writers: Chuck Satterlee & Andy Briggs
Artists: Dan O’Connor & Scott Larson
Inkers: Dan O’Connor, Jeffery LaJaunie & Scott Larson
Colorists: Kris Johnson, Cherie Donovan & Ian Sharman
Letterers: Sal Cipriano & Thomas Mauer
Cover #0 by: Dan O’Connor
Cover #1,2,4 by: Tommy Castillo
Cover #3 by: Joe DeVito
Variant Cover #5B by: Joe DeVito

The story begins in 1957, twenty five years after King Kong’s fall from atop New York City’s Empire State Building. Following Kong’s death, both Carl Denham and the body of Kong quickly vanished before any investigation could be launched, leaving rumor and speculation in their wake. Carl’s son, Vincent, was left behind. He is now a paleontologist facing a spiritual dilemma, which has its seeds in the disappearance of his father. Upon a chance finding of the hidden Skull Island map, Vincent contacts Jack Driscoll, one of Kong’s original captors. They piece together a plan and go to Skull Island in search of Carl Denham, King Kong, and answers to questions spanning a quarter century.

During a disastrous landing attempt, Vincent is almost killed and Driscoll sets out to find his stricken friend. Upon waking in a dark cavern, Vincent finds himself being cared for by an enigmatic island elder and her young, exotically beautiful but ominous assistant, Kara. The ancient woman, who asks to be called “Storyteller,” seems to possess extraordinary knowledge about Vincent and his father. She relates a story from a century earlier that Vincent half-hears and half-dreams through the haze of narcotic herbs kept burning to aid his recovery. Her tale hints at the true origin of the island’s culture and the mystery behind questions such as: Who built the Wall and how? If the Wall was built to keep Kong out, why are its doors big enough to let him in? How could such an island and its monstrous creatures still exist? The answers to those questions and more are all revealed. Or are they?

While the Story-teller’s tale is sometimes confirmed, it is often refuted by the sights and experiences of Jack Driscoll. He stumbles upon pieces to Skull Island’s mysterious history as he struggles to survive the various threats of the island and find his friend. When Driscoll and Vincent reunite, their experiences combine to determine just who the Storyteller and Kara are, what became of Carl Denham, the story behind King Kong and clues to the origins of Skull Island itself. As a result, their lives are all changed forever.

As the story unfolds against a fantastic prehistoric backdrop, woven throughout are themes of personal redemption and reconciliation. All the protagonists have a particular cross to bear: Vincent is on the brink, both emotionally and spiritually; Driscoll comes face to face with past fears and prejudices; in the wake of Kong’s death, the lives and culture of the islanders themselves hang in the balance; and we find that Carl Denham’s desperate attempt to assuage his conscience decades earlier had very unexpected consequences.

Mysteriously, everyone is inextricably bound to the Story-teller’s tale. It tells of two ancient native children, Ishara and Kublai, and their quest to escape a terrible fate which threatens both themselves and their people. That struggle has the power to reach across time and change the destiny of all. If they survive. For at the nexus of every event is the beast-god of Skull Island:

KING KONG.

Story/Spoilers
In issue #0, The 75th anniversary of King Kong kicks off here! What happened after the Kong’s fall from the Empire State Building? Where did the body go? What happened to Carl Denham? What is Kong’s relevance to the mysterious Skull Island? Where did the wall come from and what is it there for?

Next in issue #1, While Jack Driscoll makes his way through the madness that is the jungle on Skull Island, Vincent Denham begins to regain consciousness. Soon, the storyteller and Kara will enlighten Vincent as to the true history of this bizarre piece of land that is Skull Island and Kong’s relationship to it!

Next in issue #2, Jack Driscoll uses the map of Skull Island to make his way through the tunnels to Vincent Denham, the son of Carl Denham, who is recovering after the incident at sea. The Storyteller begins to explain the strange history of Skull Island and how Kong fits in to the mix. This prequel and sequel to the Miriam C. Cooper novel is based on the book by Joe DeVito

Next in issue #3, The tribal politics continue as Storyteller continues her yarn. Vincent gets stronger. Jack braces for more adventures as he struggles to make his way to Vincent, whom he isn’t sure is even alive! Kong comes out from under the shadow of his parents, only to be held captive as a result of the power struggle within the tribe. The legend of Kong: King of Skull Island is heating up during the 75th anniversary year for Kong, a worldwide icon!

Next in issue #4, The story of the rise of Kong continues! Jack comes close to finding Vincent, who has almost fully recovered and is back on his feet. Carl asks Storyteller about his father. Is Carl Denham alive? Join Markosia in the 75th Anniversary of the real king – King Kong! Kong: King of Skull Island

Finally in issue #5B, In this, the final issue of the acclaimed mini-series that adapts the popular novel, Vince and Jack are reunited only to find that they both still seek that which they both went searching for in the first place – answers! What happened to Kong? What happened to Carl Denham? The stunning conclusion to the fantastic story of how Kong came to be the King in the first place!

Mixed Comics lot contains: Kong: King of Skull Island (2007 – 2008) Issues #0-4 & Variant Issue 5B.  Markosia

Comics & Variant are bagged & boarded and will be carefully / securely packaged then shipped via USPS Priority Mail to ensure that it arrives to you perfectly and quickly.

All First Printings
Publisher: Markosia
Publication Date: 2007 – 2008
Format per comic: FC, 32 pages, Comic, 10.25″ x 6.5″
UPC: None Stated

Collectible Entertainment note: Comics 0,1,2,3,4,5B are in Fine condition.  Nice Set!  Please See Scans!!  A must have for any serious King Kong collector and/or enthusiast.  A fun & entertaining read.  Highly Recommended.

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