Strange Tales #180 CGC 7.0 1st appearance of Gamora, 2nd appearance of Pip the Troll, Debut of Adam Warlock’s new costume

Why it's Hot: 1st appearance of Gamora 2nd appearance of Pip the Troll 3rd appearance of Magus Debut of new Adam Warlock costume Synopsis: Warlock begins to feel the draining power of the Soul Gem, realizing it's been feeding on his soul for years. He accepts an invitation to the Sacred Palace from the Matriarch, who reveals the shocking truth: the Magus is Warlock’s future self. Warlock is put on trial by a corrupted religious court led by Kray-Tor, with manipulated witnesses condemning him. Sentenced to death, Warlock uses the Soul Gem to kill Kray-Tor, only to feel the torment of absorbing a soul that genuinely believed he was fighting for good. Meanwhile, Gamora makes her first appearance, observing from the shadows and deciding whether Warlock is worth following—or eliminating.