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Issue #1
Published May 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.20$2.40$1.60"What Peace There May Be in Silence!" Swamp Thing created by Len Wein and Berni Wrightson. Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. All across the globe there are tales of a mysterious "Swamp-Man." A mossy creature that roams the wetlands, quagmires and boggy depots of the world, venturing from swamp to swamp searching for a place in the world. Stories of this swamp monster have spread far and wide and this SWAMP THING has become synonymous with other legends like Bigfoot and Loch Ness Monster. It was once a man named Alec Holland, now it is a lone creature, feared by some, hated by others. Thus continues the Saga of the Swamp Thing. Includes the back-up tale "...In Shadowed Depths!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Bruce Jones. Art by Dan Spiegle. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #2
Published June 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20$2.40Photo Cover - "Something to Live For!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. When the creature once known as Alec Holland and his mute companion Casey are attacked by the locals and accused of being a witch and her demon pet, the two decide it's time to head on down the road. Meanwhile, Swamp Thing's enemies conspire from the shadows. Includes the back-up tale "Soul on Fire!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Dan Spiegle. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This issues features a photo cover of Dick Durock as the Swamp Thing from the 1982 movie co-starring Adrienne Barbeau. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #3
Tags: VampiresPublished July 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.20$2.40$1.60"A Town Has Turned to Blood!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. As Holland and his young friend Casey travel cross-country via a boxcar on a train, they are suddenly set upon by a group of blood-suckers. During the scuffle, the Swamp Thing and Casey are separated, as he tumbles out of the moving boxcar and she continues down the tracks, but not before it is revealed that this strange mute little girl does possess psychic powers. Holland finds himself stranded in a small town that has been overrun by vampires. He meets a small group of desperate survivors whose numbers are dwindling by the night. But the true horror of the tale comes to light when Holland, and the reader, realize the lengths one man will go to stop the threat of a vampire plague sweeping across the country. Includes the back-up tale Starring The Phantom Stranger. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This is easily one of my favorite vampire stories in comics. It's a straight up horror story in the same vein as Salem's Lot. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #4
Published August 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20$2.40"In the White room!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. As Holland tries to find his missing friend, he comes face-to-face with a demonic serial killer of children. Includes the back-up tale Starring The Phantom Stranger. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #5
Published September 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20$2.40"The Screams of Hungry Flesh!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Holland learns that he is dying. This explains why the wounds hes accumulating are not healing, but when he learns the consequences of his possible salvation he decides the cure maybe worse than death. Includes the back-up tale "...But the Patient Died!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Howard Bender and Tony DeZuniga. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #6
Published October 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20"Sins of the Water!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Holland, Dennis, and Liz seek refuge aboard a cruise liner. But it isn't long before they realize there's some macabre stalking the bowls of the ship. Includes the back-up tale "...Till Death Do Us Part!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Dan Spiegle. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #7
Published November 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$4.40"I Have Seen the Splintered Timbers of a Hundred Shattered Hulls!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Swamp Thing confronts the horror that haunts the bowels of the S.S. Haven. Includes the back-up tale "The Haunting of Amanda Dove!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #8
Published December 1982 by DC/Vertigo.$2.60$2.00"Here's Looking at You Kid!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Swamp Thing and his friends crash onto an island filled with prehistoric creatures. But nothing is as it seems. As scene after macabre scene plays out, our heroes begin to think they are trapped inside of a Hollywood nightmare! Includes the back-up tale "If the Sword Should Slay the Dove!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #9
Published January 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$2.99$2.20"Prelude to Holocaust!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Jan Duursema and Tom Mandrake. The revelations come fast and furious as Harry Kay's true identity is revealed, Karen Clancy's terrifying secret is exposed, Sunderland's ultimate scheme unfolds, and Holland's fatal illness comes to the forefront! Includes the back-up tale "Sanctuary of Shadows!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Joey Cavalier. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #10
Published February 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$3.00$2.40$1.80"Number of the Beast!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Can it be true?! Is Casey the actual Beast of the Apocalypse?! If so, then for saving her life way back in issue #1, Swamp Thing could be responsible for the End of Days! Includes the back-up tale "...By All That's Holy!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Joey Cavalier. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #11
Published March 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$2.99"Heart of Stone!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Can it be true?! In order to stop Casey's demonic plans, the Golem, a creature of Jewish legend, is unleashed. But when this mindless juggernaut is misled, it falls to the Swamp Thing to stop it. Includes the back-up tale "And I Shall Stand in the Shadow of Death!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Paul Levitz. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #12
Published April 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.00"And Yet It Lives!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. Can even the swamp-spawned might of Swamp Thing stand against the unstoppable Golem? Plus, the Cabal's horrifying scientific secrets revealed! Includes the back-up tale "Ageless!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Nicola Cuti. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #13
Published May 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$3.60$2.40"Lambs to the Slaughter!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Tom Yeates. The last 12 issues have been leading to this moment! It's the final battle as Swamp Thing, his allies, his enemies, the Golem, and the Beast of the Apocalypse all collide in an epic battle that will decide the fate of the world! This will be a battle not everyone will survive. Includes the back-up tale "The Man Who Isn't There!" Starring The Phantom Stranger. Written by Nicola Cuti. Art by Fred Carrillo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #14
Published June 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.00Part 1 of 2 - "Crystal Visions, Shattered Dreams!" Guest-starring the Phantom Stranger. Written by Dan Mishkin. Art by Scott Hampton and Bo Hampton. Worlds collide when the Phantom Stranger and Swamp Thing cross paths. Plus, who or what is this mysterious creature that can turn living things into crystal with slightest touch of its crystalline hand? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #15
Published July 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$3.60$2.40Part 2 of 2 - "Empires Made of Sand!" Guest-starring the Phantom Stranger. Written by Dan Mishkin. Art by Scott Hampton and Bo Hampton. The Swamp Thing and the enigmatic Phantom Stranger must work together if they going to stop the Man of Crystal. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #16
Published August 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$2.80"Stopover in a Place of Secret Truths!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Holland is finding it hard to find a place in the world when he looks like a Swamp Thing. But when he discovers a kindred he'll soon learn that some people are monsters on the inside as well as the outside. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #17
Published October 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$2.00"...And Things that Go Bump in the Night!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Abigail Arcane returns! Plus, a haunting face from Holland's past comes back. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #18
Published November 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$4.80$3.60$2.40$0.80"The Man Who Would Not Die!" Written by Martin Pasko (pgs. 1-2 & 22-23) and Len Wein (pgs. 3-22). Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein (pgs. 1-2 & 22-23)and Bernie Wrightson (pgs. 3-22). Relive a classic tale from the Swamp Thing's past as Holland's greatest enemy returns to haunt him. Includes material from Swamp Thing (1972-1976 1st Series) #10 bookended by original material. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.
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Issue #19
Published December 1983 by DC/Vertigo.$4.40"...And the Meek Shall Inherit!" Written by Martin Pasko. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. The grotesque Arcane has returned and this time not even the power of the Swamp Thing may be able to stop him. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #20
Published January 1984 by DC/Vertigo.This item is not in stock. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
1st Alan Moore script on this title; Dan Day art. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #21
Published February 1984 by DC/Vertigo.This item is not in stock. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
Alan Moore script; new origin for Swamp Thing Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #22
Published March 1984 by DC/Vertigo.Part 1 of 3 - "Swamped!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Something is wrong with the Swamp Thing and the only one that may be able to help is the notorious Floronic Man?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #23
Published April 1984 by DC/Vertigo.This item is not in stock. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
Part 2 of 3 - "Another Green World!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. The Floronic Man intends to make mankind pay for his transgressions against nature. Meanwhile, the Swamp Thing is reborn and the stage is set for the ultimate plant showdown. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #24
Published May 1984 by DC/Vertigo.Part 3 of 3 - "Roots!" Guest-starring the Justice League of America. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. it's the Swamp Thing vs. the Floronic Man with the fate of mankind hanging in the balance! And as the battle escalates, the JLA decide to take action. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #25
Published June 1984 by DC/Vertigo.This item is not in stock. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
Part 1 of 3 - Guest-starring the Etrigan the Demon. John Constantine cameo. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: See Swamp Thing (1982 2nd Series) #37 for Constantine's first full appearance. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #26
Published July 1984 by DC/Vertigo.$3.80Part 2 of 3 - "...A Time for Running!" Guest-starring the Etrigan the Demon. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Abby and Swamp Thing race against the clock to stop the Demon from destroy another life. They may be too late... 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #27
Published August 1984 by DC/Vertigo.This item is not in stock. If you use the "Add to want list" tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available.
Part 2 of 3 - "...By Demons Driven!" Guest-starring the Etrigan the Demon. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. The Swamp Thing and Etrigan battle a demon and each other for the very soul of a young boy. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This issue is dedicated to Jack Kirby. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #28
Published September 1984 by DC/Vertigo.$5.60$4.20"The Burial!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Shawn McManus. Cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. A plant. A vegetable. A muck-encrusted echo of a man. That's all he ever was. That's all he'll ever be. Swamp Thing learned the truth about himself and he doesn't like it. Can Swamp Thing come to a peaceful resolution, or will the truth about himself destroy his future? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #29
Published October 1984 by DC/Vertigo.$6.00$4.80$3.60"Love and Death!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Abby and Swamp Thing come to an understanding about Alec Holland. Plus, a bug attack?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #30
Published November 1984 by DC/Vertigo.$3.80$2.80$1.90"A Halo of Flies!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Arcane return?! Featuring a prelude to Crisis on Infinite Earths and brief appearances by the Flonic Manand the JOker. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #31
Published December 1984 by DC/Vertigo.$5.20$3.90$1.30"The Brimestone Ballet!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Swamp Thing's past comes back to haunt him as once again he must do battle with the legacy of his greatest enemy. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #32
Published January 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$7.49$6.00$4.49"Pog!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Shawn McManus. Cover by Steve Bissette and John Totleben. Mysterious aliens crash into the Louisiana swamps - and think that they've found paradise! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #33
Published February 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$4.80$3.60"Abandoned House!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Includes the Swamp Thing's origin from House of Secrets (1956-1978 1st Series) #92 by by Len Wein and Berni Wrightson. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #34
Published March 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$5.60$4.20"Rite of Spring!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. In this seminal issue, Abigail and Swamp Thing consumate their love in marriage. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #35
Published April 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$6.00$4.80$3.60"The Nuke-Face Papers: Part 1 of 2!" Written by Alan Moore. Art by Stephen Bissette and John Totlebein. Is the world headed toward nuclear annihilation? Can the Swamp Thing do anything about it? Plus, who is this dangerous new foe whose very touch burns? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #36
Published May 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$4.80$3.60"The Nuke-Face Papers: Part 2 of 2!" Swamp Thing lies near death from radioactive poisoning while a virulent madman continues to haunt the swamp! Continued from the previous issue. Written by Alan Moore, with art and cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #37
Published June 1985 by DC/Vertigo.- This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($8.25) will be charged at checkout. It ships immediately from our office. Free shipping is not available.
- Paper: White
- Slab: New, unblemished
- CGC Serial #1105780011
- This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($2.40) will be charged at checkout. It has been graded by mycomicshop's experienced graders and ships immediately from our office. Free shipping is not available.
- This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($2.10) will be charged at checkout. It has been graded by mycomicshop's experienced graders and ships immediately from our office. Free shipping is not available.
New "Growth Patterns" and other strange abilities emerge in Swamp Thing as he fights for survival, 1st appearance of John Constantine, Hellblazer. Written by Alan Moore, with art by Rick Veitch and John Totleben. Cover by Stephen Bissette and Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #38
Published July 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$2.99$2.20Alan Moore begins the "American Gothic"! First stop on Swamp Thing's dark journey: a subterranean vampire town. Art by Stan Woch and John Totleben. Cover by Stephen Bissette and Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #39
Published August 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$4.30$3.40$2.60Second part of the American Gothic. Swamp Thing confronts a hideous water entity that makes 'Jaws' seem tame. Will it render him helpless forever?! Written by Alan Moore, with art and cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #40
Published September 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20Life outside of the swamp takes its toll on Swamp Thing as he journeys across America and stumbles into his bloodiest adventure. Werewolves and other creatures of the night creep through a story by Alan Moore, with Stephen Bissette and John Totleben teaming up once again on art and cover. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #41
Published October 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20$2.40Zombies, voodoo, black magic and more as the "American Gothic" gets darker! Strike up another dazzling tale for Alan Moore, with Stephen Bissette penciling, Alfredo Alcala inking, and a cover by John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #42
Published November 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$2.99$2.20The 'walking dead' stalk the night, and what's reality and what's illusion remains to be seen - especially when Swamp Thing and Abby can't figure it out! Scripted by Alan Moore, with Stephen Bissette penciling, John Totleben inking, and a cover by Bissette and Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #43
Published December 1985 by DC/Vertigo.$3.70$2.99$2.20Two people accidentally get a dose of Swamp Thing's essence, taking them on a bizarre journey that leads them to their new destiny! Written by Alan Moore, with art by Stan Woch and Ron Randall. Cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #44
Published January 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.00Alan Moore script Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #45
Published February 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$2.60$2.00In a bizarre sprawling house, thousands of ghosts from America's violent past haunt Swamp Thing as the "American Gothic" continues! Alan Moore scripts the only series to win five Kirby Awards! Pencils by Stan Woch, inks by Alfredo Alcala. Cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #46
Published March 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$3.20$2.40$1.60Crisis on Infinite Earths cross-over. The truth behind the "American Gothic" revealed in this Crisis tie-in! Plus: A batch of guest-stars, including Batman, Hawkman and the Phantom Stranger! Written by Alan Moore, with art and cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. The series and the creative team that won five Kirby Awards! Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #47
Published April 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$3.70$2.99$2.20$1.40Self-discoveries abound when Swamp Thing comes face-to-face with his ancestors! Written by Alan Moore, with art by Stan Woch and Ron Randall. Cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #48
Published May 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$3.00$2.40$1.20Alan Moore script Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #49
Published June 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$4.00$3.00In the penultimate chapter of the American Gothic, Swamp Thing gathers forces to battle the monstrous evil that's vanquishing the world! Guest-starring Deadman, John Constantine and more! Written by Alan Moore, with art by Stan Woch and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. Cover price $0.75.
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Issue #50
Published July 1986 by DC/Vertigo.$4.80$3.60$2.4052-page giant Anniversary issue. Alan Moore script; Phantom Stranger, Spectre, Doctor Fate, Deadman, Demon Cover price $1.25.
