{"product_id":"saga-of-the-original-human-torch-1-1990-nm","title":"Saga of the Original Human Torch # 1 1990 NM-","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaga of the Original Human Torch # 1\u003c\/b\u003e April 10, 1990 is the first of a four-issue limited series that provides a definitive history of Jim Hammond, the original Golden Age Human Torch. This series was created to re-familiarize readers with the android hero following his resurrection in modern Marvel continuity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\"The Lighted Torch\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe issue retells the 1939 origin of Jim Hammond with added historical context and depth: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Unveiling: Professor Phineas T. Horton unveils his synthetic human to a group of scientists, only for it to burst into flame upon exposure to oxygen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Entombment: Deemed a menace by the public, the Torch is sealed inside a concrete block. While imprisoned, he is fed information through a device to learn about human language and global events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEscape and Exploration: Oxygen eventually leaks into the tomb, causing an explosion that frees the disoriented Torch. He initially causes accidental damage before meeting a racketeer named Sardo, who attempts to exploit his powers for criminal gain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCharacter Arc: The issue emphasizes the Torch’s \"Frankenstein-like\" nature as a sentient being struggling to find his place while being viewed as a monster. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWriter: Roy Thomas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePenciler: Rich Buckler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eInkers: Danny Bulanadi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eColorist: Bob Sharen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eEditors: Ralph Macchio and Mike Rockwitz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47723271258212,"sku":"BJ58","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_01_18_14_17_21_845.jpg?v=1768767556","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/saga-of-the-original-human-torch-1-1990-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}