"The Iron Prometheus, Part 1"
*The year is 1937, and Lobster Johnson tails a man, Jim Sacks, back to a secret hideout, only to find that he is not the only party waiting for the man. Attacked by a monster wearing a curious brooche, Lobster struggles do defend Sacks, who is not without resources. He dons a gauntlet, which contains a force that subdues the monster. Lobster's men let him know that outside the building, Nazi agents stand poised to strike and seize the armor. After a narrow escape, they return to the Lobster's secret hideout. Sacks explains that he has acted as a laborer for Professor Kyriako Gallaragas and his daughter Helena, who were perfecting the armor, until trouble arrived. He was instructed to run, and keep the suit out of the hands of his pursuers. Lobster later checks with an expert on the origins of the monster's broache, and hears of their ancient origins, and the prophesy of Memna Saa. Checking further with sources, Lobster hears of activity at a downtown warehouse, where for the Professor and his daughter are being held and tortured. Lobster plans a rescue, and Sacks dons the Vril Energy Suit to join him. *Source: Warlock
**As America hovers on the brink of World War II, the Lobster and his allies must race against the clock as they fight their way through cannibals, yetis, and the machinations of a mysterious villain bent on fulfilling a deadly prophecy. **Source: darkhorse.com
Issue number 1 in the comprehensive numbering of the Lobster Johnson series.
Written by Mike Mignola, illustrated by Jason Armstrong, colored by Dave Stewart, and lettered by Clem Robins with cover art by Mike Mignola.