The Cat v2 #1 - Wally Wood art & cover + 1st appearance

Wally Wood

(Beware the Claws of) The Cat v2 #1, 1972 - Containing the first appearance and origin of this feminist super-heroine, this premiere issue also boasts an exceptional cover by Wally Wood. The multi-scene background is complex without being chaotic, thanks to his organized layout and the monochromatic red palette. The Cat's image on the lower right similarly repeats itself on the following splash page in bold dramatic form. Wood's story inks showcase his fine craftsmanship and penchant for drawing the female figure. Kudos also to Marie Severin's fine pencilling job. Years later, this character would several transform herself into the were-woman Tigra, passing on this identity and costume to another heroine. Written by Linda Fite, this issue is 1 of 1 Cat v2 issues by Wood. /// key 1st appearance, 1st cover, 1st origin Greer Nelson as the Cat, 1st issue 
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Wood cover pencils and inks = ****
"Beware the Claws of the Cat" Wood story inks (Marie Severin pencils) 23 pages = ***

Wally Wood

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