Issue: #25
While installing a new responsometer, Doctor William Magnus is injured in an explosion that atomizes the Sizzler. The Metal Men operate on Magnus, to remove a piece of shrapnel dangerously close to his heart. While Magnus recovers, Platinum refuses to leave his bedside. The Metal Men nominate Gold to be their leader, in lieu of Magnus. Only Mercury dissents, preferring to be placed in charge himse...
Creators: Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, Robert Kanigher
Characters: Gold, Lead, Mercury, Tin, Will Magnus, Iron, Chemo, Platinum, Nameless, The Sizzler