The Mighty Thor #165 - Him! - Marvel 1969 - CGC 8.5

The Mighty Thor #165 (Marvel, 1969) is a cornerstone Silver Age comic that marks the explosive first full appearance of one of Marvel’s most powerful and enigmatic cosmic beings: Him—later known as Adam Warlock. With cosmic forces colliding and Asgard’s mightiest warrior caught in the middle, this issue kicks off a saga that would echo through Marvel’s mythology for decades. A must-have for Thor fans, cosmic collectors, and anyone following the origins of the Infinity Watch. 

Key Features

• First full appearance of Him (later known as Adam Warlock)
  
• Pivotal moment in Marvel’s cosmic evolution
  
• Classic Silver Age writing by Stan Lee and artwork by Jack Kirby
  
• Highly sought-after key with strong crossover appeal to Thor and cosmic Marvel collectors

Details

• Title: The Mighty Thor #165
  
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
  
• Grade: CGC 8.5 (Very Fine+)
  
• Released: June 1969
  
• First Appearance: Him (full appearance; later becomes Adam Warlock)
  
• Cover: Jack Kirby/Vince Colletta
  
• Genre: Superhero, Cosmic, Marvel Comics
  
• Collector's Note: This issue is considered a major Marvel key due to the first full appearance of Adam Warlock, a central figure in Infinity Gauntlet lore and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. 

Why You'll Love It

• Origin of a Cosmic Icon: Features the emergence of “Him” in full form, who would go on to become Adam Warlock—one of the most important cosmic heroes in the Marvel Universe.
  
• Legendary Creative Team: Story by Stan Lee and dynamic artwork by Jack Kirby, two of the architects of the Marvel Universe.
  
• High-Impact Key: With Warlock's increased visibility in comics and film, this issue is rising in demand among fans and investors alike.

CGC Cert #4486693006
Category:  Comic Book
Location: Back Graded Comic Wall