Nyoka the Jungle Girl in "The Talking Tiger" (Fawcett; 1946)

Nyoka the Jungle Girl stars in “The Talking Tiger” from Master Comics #71 (Aug.1946); originally published by Fawcett Comics. This classic golden age story was written by Rod Reed and illustrated by Harry Anderson. The Catacombs is grateful to Don "Zu-Gogo" Falkos for providing the scans for this story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belongs to the original publisher and/or creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

"Gal" Friday! Tara Long

Destructoid.com is one of the most popular gaming sites on the web, and as a result in 2010 they launched a weekday live channel. I couldn’t really tell you much about them other than that. Same goes for their lovely co-host Tara Long. I will be honest with you, I didn’t actually find the time to fit in every single post that I had mulled for the month of October (I’m looking at you 2012 Halloween Film Fest), but since I specifically loaded last month with luscious brunettes, I always had this young lady waiting in the wings to kick off November, and really, isn’t it past time that we featured a few stunning redheads here in the Catacombs?  Oh well, sexy gamer girl aficionados will certainly join me in appreciating her obvious charms. 

Rayboy's Review: Haunted Horror #1 (IDW/Yoe Books)

Pre-code horror is the province of fellow blogger Karswell over at “The Horrors of It All” blog (see my links section) and his efforts extend beyond posting classic comics too. Check out the recent collection from IDW / Yoe Books’ to see what Steve Banes and Craig Yoe have culled from those not necessarily gentler, but oh so fun years in Haunted Horrors #1, which came out this very month. Six topnotch tales of terror from various early anthology series drawn by the likes of Jack Cole, C.A. Winter, Bernard Baily, Mike Sekowsky, Jay Disbrow and Jack Kirby & Joe Simon. Trust me on this, folks!  Forty-five, full-color pages of vintage horror from the pre-code era by truly talented masters of the comic art form is a "terror-ific" way to treat yourself to some quality reading material on Halloween, of all days. In other good news, this is the first issue of an ongoing title, so subsequent volumes will be more than welcome, and at a measly $3.99 a copy - pardon my French - but this is a hell of a better way to spend your hard earned sheckles than on the puerile drivel that the big two keep turning out on a quarterly cycle that reboots everything two to three times a year. I mean, c’mon! How many Spider-Men, Batmen, and X-Teams does your average comic reader actually need?  I highly (or is that “horror-ly”) recommend this fine book on any day (not just Halloween). Buy this!!

Catacombs Chillers Presents: "Ghost of the Un-Dead" (Story; 1951)

Today I’m serving up another seasonal “Catacombs Chillers” which comes courtesy of Mysterious Adventures #4 (Oct. 1951); originally published by Story Comics. No creator credits exist for “Ghost of the Un-Dead”, and that’s always frustrating. I’m also hoping that Karswell hasn’t already posted this sort of supernatural Gunga Din tale over at his “The Horrors of It All” blog. Lemme know if that happens to be the case! The Catacombs acknowledges "Fury Comics", as the online source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belong to the original publisher and/or the creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

"Gal" Friday! Meghan Ory (better late, than never)

I’ve taken the past several days off from most activities other than a little housework and logging some video game hours, and I regret missing out on posting this earlier. We’ll call this one a “Should’ve been Gal Friday.” Canadian television and film actress Meghan Ory has appeared in The Crow: Stairway to Heaven, Vampire High, The Outer Limits, Dark Angel, Smallville, Merlin’s Apprentice, Flash Gordon, Knight Rider (2008), Sanctuary, and she portrayed “Claire Thompson” in the horror-thriller film Dark House. Beginning fall 2011, Ory portrayed “Red Riding Hood/Ruby Lucas” on the ABC fantasy television series Once Upon a Time. She was featured in most episodes of the first season, and was added to the main cast for the second season of the series. I haven't watched a single episode, but I can now see why that might have been a mistake.

Lance Storm in "The Seance of Horror" (Ribage; 1952)

Criminal psychologist and crime-hunter Lance Storm, returns with another case from the 1950s as part of this years “Catacombs Chillers”. “The Seance of Horror” is from Crime Mysteries #3 (Sept.1952); originally published by Ribage; minus any available creator credits. The Catacombs acknowledges "The Digital Comic Museum", as the source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belong to the original publisher and/or the creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

Catacombs Chillers Presents: "Curse of the Jabberwock" (Trojan; 1954)

Today I’m offering up a seasonal “Catacombs Chillers” which comes courtesy of Crime Mysteries #12 (March 1954); originally published by Trojan. No creator credits exist for “Curse of the Jabberwock”, and that’s a shame since it is a really cool looking story. The Catacombs gratefully acknowledges "The Digital Comic Museum", as the source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belongs to the original publisher and/or creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

Tales of the Mystery Master: "The Mystery of the Eccentric Collector" (Croydon; 1946)

As promised here is the second (and final) appearance of the Mystery Master from Variety Comics #3 (1946); which is also the last issue of this short golden age series originally published by Croydon. Like our horror hosts previous outing, “The Mystery of the Eccentric Collector” is surprisingly tame for what seemingly is meant as a thriller, but at least the work by illustrator Leo Bachle isn’t shabby. The Catacombs gratefully acknowledges "The Digital Comic Museum", as the source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belongs to the original publisher and/or creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

Marga the Panther Woman in "Ivory City" (Fox; 1940)

Marga the Panther Woman stars in “Ivory City” from Science Comics #4 (May 1940); originally published by Fox and illustrated by Emil Gershwin. This story marks the first appearance (and death) of the villain Ishta. The Catacombs gratefully acknowledges "The Digital Comic Museum", as the source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belongs to the original publisher and/or creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

Catacombs Chillers Presents: "Death Ship" (Star Publ.; 1954)

The Walking Dead premiered to record setting ratings on AMC for its third season opener last weekend, and since I’m really glad to have it back on the tube, Sunday seems like a good day to present another of this years “Catacombs Chillers” courtesy of Ghostly Weird Stories #122 (Mar.1954); originally published by Star Publications. “Death Ship” is written and illustrated by Jay Disbrow. The Catacombs gratefully acknowledges "The Digital Comic Museum", as the source of this classic comic story. Note: The copyright for this issue, its contents and artwork belongs to the original publisher and/or creators and is reproduced here solely for entertainment purposes. Enjoy!

"Gal" Friday! Christina Iannelli

 Christina Iannelli is a former NBA courtside dancer/cheerleader (Sixers & Nets) who’s become the new face of “Second Button”, a company that offers custom men’s shirts. When not lifting spirits courtside, she managed a few appearances on  ’SNL’ and ’30 Rock’, scored photo shoots for Esquire, Maxim and Playboy, and was featured in music videos for Timbaland and Chris Cornell. Now, knowing all that jazz is really nothing but a bunch of sauce; just focus on these eye-popping pictures, and go surf the web for more. You’re welcome!

Update: AZ Powergirl [WINNER]!

Sorry for the delay in announcing the name of the person chosen to receive a copy of the AZ Powergirl promo book (signed by her own buxom self) from this years Baltimore Comic-Con. The name that was actually drawn on October 15, 2012 happened to be known personally by me, so this fine individual declined receiving the book with one stipulation, that he be allowed to choose the winner. Thanks to his patriotic photo in uniform standing in front of the Stars & Stripes, Gary Carroll got the nod. Congratulations, Gary! Shoot me your mailing address and the book will be on its merry way before you know it! I extend my appreciation all of the nice folks who tossed their name into the hat. Better luck next time!