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“My most vivid memories of those times weren't the actual nuts and bolts, but just pleasant times sitting with Jack [Kirby] in his studio, going over the pages and looking out the window at my kids playing in his swimming pool .”

Quote by Mike Royer

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Mike Royer, born in 1941, is an enigmatic figure whose profession remains unknown. His life story and contributions are currently limited in available information. more

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