"Between Sword and Hammer!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Spider-Man, Thor, and Valkyrie. Script by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Herb Trimpe (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by John Romita, Jr. and Bob Layton. In a strange twist of fate last issue, Meru and Dalia merged into a glowing mass of energy! And now while looking for a human body to occupy, the past residents of Cherron find one...Valkyrie's! Are Meru and Dalia going to use Valkyrie as their instrument of revenge on Spider-Man and Thor? You bet! First, Brunhilde attacks the web-slinger, and then the thunder god! The web-slinger is ready to fight back, but the Prince of Asgard has a soft spot in his heart for Valkyrie. How is your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man going to get out of this mess? A fun story! (Notes: The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 418,687; average paid circulation 185,818. This issue includes a full-page ad for Hostess Fruit Pies featuring Captain America and Nick Fury vs. the Trapster.) 32 pages Cover price $0.60.