Journey into Mystery #98

Journey into Mystery #98 was published by Marvel Comics in November 1963 during the formative years of the Marvel Age. As part of the long-running anthology series, this issue served as a vehicle for the adventures of Thor, who had become the title's primary draw after his debut in issue #83. The era was defined by the collaboration between Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, who were actively expanding the Marvel Universe by blending Norse mythology with contemporary superhero tropes.

The issue features the iconic creative team of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, with lettering by Artie Simek. Kirby’s dynamic pencils, combined with his penchant for cosmic scales and expressive character designs, were instrumental in establishing the high-fantasy tone of Thor’s narrative. At the time of its release, the comic was marketed as a standard monthly installment, intended to entertain young readers and solidify the growing continuity of the Marvel line, eventually becoming a sought-after piece for collectors documenting the mid-century evolution of the comic book medium.