National Comics #13

In "The Mine Slaves," Merlin ventures into the Himalayas on a mission to secure a legendary diamond for Britain’s war relief, facing off against a temple’s guardians with supernatural force. Written and illustrated by Fred Guardineer, this 1941 tale blends wartime urgency with mythic spectacle, culminating in a dramatic confrontation where ancient power meets a desperate cause. The striking cover by Lou Fine captures the story’s bold, otherworldly tone.