The Quest for the 13th Scroll (Marvel)

The Quest for the 13th Scroll
1st publication:	Mandrake #1
# of pages:	36 pgs
Writer:	Mike Barr
Artist:	Rob Ortalza
Producer:	Marvel Comics

"The Quest for the 13th Scroll" is an US made Mandrake story from 1995.

Plot summary

In Mexico the explorer Dr. Rebecca D'Fiore found one of the thirteen Theurgic scrolls. The origns of the scrolls are unknown, but it is said that whoever assembles all thirteen will be able to command incredible supernatural powers.

In New York, just before the Black Wizard's men break into the exhibit, the scroll disappears mysteriously.

Appearances

Recurring characters

• Mandrake
• Lothar

One-time characters

• Luis Bergonza,
• Dr. Rebecca D'Fiore, an explorer
• Eduardo, one of the Black Wizard's men.
• Mr. Black, the Black Wizard

Locations

• Mexico
• USA
  • New York
    • Talltree drive, Long Island
• Tibet
  • Collegium Magicos, mentioned only.

Behind the scenes

• The story ending with: Next issue: Lothar!

Reprints

This story has been published in the following publications:

USA

• "The Quest for the 13th Scroll", Mandrake the Magician #1