Hey comic collectors! Today we're blazing through a pivotal issue from Johnny Blaze's early days as the Spirit of Vengeance. Ghost Rider Vol. 2 #4 brings us a tale of supernatural horror that perfectly showcases why Ghost Rider became such a unique presence in the Marvel Universe.

In this thrilling issue, Johnny Blaze faces one of his most dangerous challenges yet - Death itself! When Ghost Rider encounters a motorcycle gang terrorizing the highways, he discovers they're more than just ordinary bikers. Led by a mysterious figure who turns out to be Death incarnate, these supernatural riders present a threat that even hellfire might not be able to overcome.

• First appearance of Death as a Ghost Rider antagonist
• Classic Bronze Age supernatural horror storytelling
• Dynamic motorcycle chase sequences
• Deep exploration of Ghost Rider's supernatural powers

Creative Team:
• Writer: Gary Friedrich
• Artist: Jim Mooney
• Editor: Roy Thomas

Mint: Pristine cover colors, perfect spine, white to off-white pages
Near Mint: Minor wear, bright colors, clean pages
Very Good: Light to moderate wear, complete cover and pages
Fair: Significant wear, complete but worn
Poor: Heavy wear, may have detached cover or pages

Historical Significance:
This issue represents a crucial moment in Ghost Rider's early mythology, establishing supernatural entities beyond Satan himself as potential adversaries. The introduction of Death as an antagonist expanded the series' scope beyond earthly threats.

As part of the early Ghost Rider run, this Bronze Age classic has become increasingly sought after by collectors. The supernatural themes and first appearance of Death make Ghost Rider #4 particularly valuable addition to any Ghost Rider collection.

This issue hit stands during a period when Marvel was revolutionizing supernatural horror comics, helping establish Ghost Rider as one of their premier supernatural heroes.