Werewolf by Night – #12 – 1973 – Marvel Comics – UK 6p Price Variant / Cry Monster

Description

An original 1973 copy of Werewolf by Night #12, published by Marvel Comics, featuring the striking UK 6p price variant.
This classic Bronze Age horror comic features the terrifying cover story “Cry Monster”, with Jack Russell’s werewolf form attacking inside a vehicle while two terrified passengers struggle to escape.
The dramatic artwork, bold yellow Werewolf by Night masthead and original UK cover price make this an eye-catching collectible from Marvel’s celebrated 1970s horror era.
This is the original UK-priced edition, not a modern reprint.
Synopsis
Jack Russell continues to struggle with the supernatural curse that transforms him into a werewolf. As his monstrous alter ego threatens those around him, the boundaries between human and beast become increasingly difficult to control.
Cry Monster delivers the atmospheric horror, danger and supernatural suspense that helped establish Werewolf by Night as one of Marvel’s defining Bronze Age horror titles.
Key significance
Original UK 6p price variant, rather than the standard US-priced cover.
Early issue of the original Werewolf by Night ongoing series.
Classic Bronze Age Marvel horror comic starring Jack Russell.
Dramatic “Cry Monster” cover.
Published during the series’ early 1970s run, before Moon Knight’s debut in Werewolf by Night #32.
Collectible early-series issue, although not a recognised major first-appearance key.