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Issue: Sub-Mariner #22
Publication Date: February 1970
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Issues: #22 of 72 Issues (130 Printings)
Title:
Variant: U.S. Cover Price
Rating: Approved by the Comics Code Authority
Publisher: FlagMarvel
Brand: Marvel Comics GroupView Brand Images4
Indicia Publisher: Magazine Management Co. Inc.
On Sale Date: 11/11/1969
Volume: 1
Pages: 36
ISBN:
UPC/EAN: none
Price: $0.15 USD
Indicia Frequency: Approved by the Comics Code Authority
Content Items: 19 (1 story, 1 cover)
Editor(s):  
Disclose Notes: On-sale date from 1969 Periodicals, Copyright Office, Library of Congress with a correction factor of plus 28 days.
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Publication Type: Comic Book
Color: color
Dimensions: standard Silver Age US
Paper Stock: glossy cover; newsprint interior
Binding: saddle-stitched; squarebound (#43)
Publishing Format: was ongoing series
Format Notes:  
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reprinted 3 times as/in other Issues.
reprinted 8 times as Content Items in other Issues.
Some/all of Issue reprinted as a Content Item in another Issue:
FlagI Fantastici Quattro #83 published June 1974 as Il monarca e il mistico! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
Some/all of Issue reprinted as/in 2 other Issues:
FlagDoctor Strange Omnibus #2 [unnamed variant] published January 2021
FlagNamor, the Sub-Mariner Epic Collection #3 published January 2022
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There is currently no data for this Issue being reprinted from anywhere.
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Cover, Front
Original Artwork
Digital Edition
Adult Image
Title Page
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Illustration  on  Cover, Front
Subject Matter
Genres: superhero
Character(s): Sub-Mariner [Namor]; Doctor Strange [Stephen Strange]
First Line: Dr. Strange lives.. but will the Sub-Mariner??
Reprinting
In Issue: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Sub-Mariner #4 [Regular Edition] published February 2011
In Content Item: FlagI Fantastici Quattro #83 published June 1974
as [untitled] [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Defenders #1 published January 2005
as Sub-Mariner #22 [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Dr. Strange #2 published January 2005
as Sub-Mariner #22 [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Masterworks: Doctor Strange #4 [Regular Edition] published January 2010
as Dr. Strange, Lives! [Cover Reprint (on Interior Page) on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: New catalog of 2000 novelties 10¢
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Inside front cover. Ad for a catalog from the Johnson Smith Company.
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The Monarch and the Mystic!

Story  on  Interior Page(s)
Subject Matter
Genres: superhero
Character(s): Sub-Mariner [Namor]; Lady Dorma; Ikthon; Vashti; Doctor Strange [Stephen Strange]; Nameless One (villain; introduction); Undying Ones; Joella Ward; Kenneth Ward (in flashback)
First Line: This is the hour that I have longed for, these dark days past!
Synopsis: While Namor is being cured of his inability to breath under water, Dr. Strange implants information in his unconscious mind that leads him to Boston and the Idol of the Undying Ones.
Reprinting
In Issue: FlagI Fantastici Quattro #83 published June 1974
In Issue: FlagMarvel Masterworks: The Sub-Mariner #4 [Regular Edition] published February 2011
In Content Item: FlagDay of the Defenders #1 published March 2001
as The Monarch and the Mystic! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Defenders #1 published January 2005
as The Monarch and the Mystic! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagEssential Dr. Strange #2 published January 2005
as The Monarch and the Mystic! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
In Content Item: FlagMarvel Masterworks: Doctor Strange #4 [Regular Edition] published January 2010
as The Monarch and the Mystic! [Story on Interior Page(s)]
Reprint Notes:  
Miscellaneous
Pages: 20
Disclose Notes: Story continues from Doctor Strange (Marvel, 1968 Series) #183 and concludes in The Incredible Hulk (Marvel, 1968 Series) #126. Sub-Mariner regains his water-breathing powers.
Story can be seen as a prequel/prototype to the Defenders featuring Doctor Strange, the Hulk and the Sub-Mariner.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ? (background and lettering only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Editor(s): ?
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Centre Coin Co.
First Line: Collect coins.. the hobby road to riches
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Ad for a U.S. coin catalog for $1.00 on top half of page, between story pages 3 and 4.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ? (photographs)
Letterer(s): typeset
Editor(s): ?
Subject Matter
Feature(s): North American School of Drafting
First Line: These 3 big drafting kits* given to you!
Synopsis: Ad for free "Drafting Career Kit".
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Between story pages 3 and 4 on lower half of page.
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In-house Column  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (promo copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Mixed-up mementos modestly garnished with Machiavellian memorabilia!
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Includes: Stan's Soapbox; Items; The Mighty Marvel Checklist; thumbnail promo ad for Tower of Shadows (Marvel, 1969 series) #3. Located between story pages 6 and 7.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: 'Matchbox' jigsaw puzzles
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Ad for jigsaw puzzles featuring images of Matchbox vehicles, located on top half of page, between story pages 6 and 7.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ? (photograph)
Inker(s): ? (photograph)
Colorist(s): ? (background only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Get both spending money and free prizes
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Advertisement for children to sell Grit Magazine from Grit Publishing Co. Located between story pages 6 & 7. Occupies bottom half of page.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Theodore Audel & Co.
First Line: Audel skill-building practical guides
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad for books from Audel Guides, between story pages 9 and 10.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Unicorn House
First Line: Grow amazing live sea-monkeys!
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Between story pages 15 and 16, on top half of page.
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Shop by Mail; Stamps

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ? (background only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Editor(s): ?
Subject Matter
First Line: Comic books for sale
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Pages: 0.5
Disclose Notes: Thumbnail ads for stamps, back-issue comics, and novelty items. Appears between story pages 15 and 16, on lower half of page.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photograph)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photograph)
Colorist(s): ? (background and lettering only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: High school
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Thumbnail ads, including ads for back-issue comics, between story pages 18 and 19.
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Shop by Mail

Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Inker(s): ?; ? (photographs)
Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: New protein rinse safely curls, waves hair
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Thumbnail ads, including ads for back-issue comics, between story pages 18 and 19.
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Promotional Material (from Publisher)  on  Interior Page(s)
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Writer(s): ? (promo copy)
Colorist(s): ?
Subject Matter
Genres: superhero
First Line: Pick a pair of winners from mighty Marvel!
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Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: House ad for Thor (Marvel, 1966 series) #172 and Iron Man (Marvel, 1968 series) #22, both advertised ad "Now On Sale".
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
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Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ? (background only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
First Line: Here's a whole treasure chest of fun
Synopsis: Ad for Honor House Products Corporation's novelties.
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Pages: 1
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Letters Page  on  Interior Page(s)
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Colorist(s): ?
Letterer(s): typeset
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 2
Disclose Notes: Letters from Pete Peterson, Ed Cibas, John Saint, K. Haven Metzger, Cheryl McCombs, and J.C. Rosenzweig; includes “Know Ye These, the Hallowed Ranks of Marveldom.”
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ?
Inker(s): ?
Colorist(s): ? (background only)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Feature(s): Wayne School
First Line: Sorry, we only hire high school graduates.
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Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Ad for the Wayne High School Program.
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Advertisement  on  Interior Page(s)
Credits
Writer(s): ? (ad copy)
Penciller(s): ? (photos)
Inker(s): ? (photos)
Letterer(s): typeset
Subject Matter
Character(s): Chuck Sipes (photo); Dave Draper (photo); Larry Scott (photos)
First Line: Secret muscle building "tools"
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Miscellaneous
Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Inside back cover. Ad for a variety of Joe Weider products
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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 School
First Line: Do you have art talent worth developing?
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Pages: 1
Disclose Notes: Back cover. Ad for the Famous Artists School.

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