🟥 HORRIFIC No. 3 – Weird Tales of Terror (Comic Media, Jan 1953)

Brace yourself for one of the most infamous covers in pre-code horror comics: HORRIFIC No. 3, brought to ghastly life by the great Don Heck. With a bullet hole burrowed dead center in a terrified man’s forehead, blood seeping down his face, and a screaming expression frozen in primal fear, this shocking pulp cover pulls no punches.

Published by Comic Media during the heyday of EC-inspired horror, HORRIFIC was aptly named — showcasing grisly tales of vengeance, ghosts, and supernatural gore. This issue’s unforgettable artwork helped define the era’s moral panic over comics, making it a favorite for horror collectors and pre-code comic enthusiasts alike.

💥 Highlights:

• Title: HORRIFIC No. 3 – Weird Tales of Terror
• Publisher: Comic Media
• Date: January 1953
• Cover Artist: Don Heck
• Genre: Pre-Code Horror Comic
• Scene: Disembodied head screaming in agony, blood pouring from a bullet wound to the forehead
• Style: Lurid 1950s pulp with vivid yellows, greens, and reds

📋 Details:

• Dimensions: Classic Golden Age comic format
• Perfect for: Pre-code comic fans, horror illustrators, vintage pulp lovers, or collectors of banned/controversial pop culture
• Display ideas: Halloween gallery wall, comic book den, horror bar, or true crime collector’s shrine

📢 Tagline from the cover:
“Weird Tales of Terror” — and they weren’t kidding!

⚡ “Look into his eyes… and see the horror of HORRIFIC!”
Add a touch of vintage terror to your walls with this iconic and unforgettable cover. 💀📚💥

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• Paper Finishing: Semi-glossy, enhances colors with a subtle shine.
• Paper Weight: 170 gsm (65 lb), thickness: 0.19 mm (7.5 mils), sturdy and durable.
• Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified or equivalent for sustainability.
• Available Sizes: 29 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).

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