Many comic book characters develop scientific wonders but never seek to profit from their amazing inventions. The premiere issue of a new series starring DC’s first Sandman, Wesley Dodds, addresses this point. While some heroes do not market their technology out of altruism, Dodds has a different issue with selling his science.
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