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Wonder Woman 80th Anniversary 100-Page Super Spectacular (2021 DC) 1FRANKIES.B CGC 9.8 SS Besch

Paper: White

Signed and Sketch by Rose Besch on 10/9/21 Besch "Virgin" Edition

Label #2680423013

Frankies Comics and The Comic Mint Exclusive Virgin Cover by Rose Besch. Written by Michael W. Conrad, Becky Cloonan, Jordie Bellaire, Amy Reeder, Mark Waid, Tom King, Vita Ayala, Steve Orlando, Stephanie Phillips and G. Willow Wilson. Art by Jim Cheung, Paulina Ganucheau, Amy Reeder, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Evan "Doc" Shaner, Isaac Goodhart, Laura Braga, Marcio Takara, Meghan Hetrick and Joe Prado. Put on your tiaras and prepare your indestructible bracelets! DC is inviting you to join us for a one-of-a-kind special showcasing Wonder Woman's past, present, and future to celebrate the legacy she has created and those she will continue to inspire with her adventures for years to come. This oversize super spectacular features work from some of the very best in the comic industry along with bright young stars ready to share the spotlight with Diana. You won't want to miss these new stories that capture timeless messages of hope and empowerment presented together in this gorgeous keepsake issue! Featuring: "In Memoriam" by Michael W. Conrad, Becky Cloonan and Jim Cheung; "Dreamers" by Jordie Bellaire and Paulina Ganucheau; "Fresh Catch" by Amy Reeder; "Dear Diana..." by Mark Waid, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and Joe Prado; "Dated" by Tom King and Evan "Doc" Shaner; "Better Angels" by Vita Ayala and Isaac Goodhart; "Saturn Rising" by Steve Orlando and Laura Braga; "Immortal Mysteries" by Stephanie Phillips and Marcio Takara; and "Low Orbit" by G. Willow Wilson and Meghan Hetrick. Plus pin-ups by Nick Robles, Brittney Williams, David Marquez, Gabriel Picolo, Nicola Scott, Annette Kwok, Daniel Warren Johnson, DaNi and Janaina Medeiros. 96 pages, full color. Ages 13+

Wonder Woman Black and Gold (2021 DC) 1NYCC CBCS 9.8 SS Frank Cho Cho NYCC Variant

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

NYCC 2021 Exclusive Variant. Verified Signature: Frank Cho. Exclusive BAM! Box signing. Minor front/back crack(s), under 1".

Label #21-32DDBD8-090

New York Comic Con exclusive cover by Frank Cho. Written by AJ Mendez, Nadia Shammas, John Arcudi, Amy Reeder and Becky Cloonan. Art by Ming Doyle, Morgan Beem, Ryan Sook, Amy Reeder and Becky Cloonan. Just in time for Wonder Woman's 80th anniversary, DC Comics proudly presents a new anthology series starring the Amazon Princess embellished in the the color of her famous lasso. You won't want to miss this thrilling series celebrating the woman who inspires us all...and that's the truth! Kicking things off, AJ Mendez and Ming Doyle (Constantine: The Hellblazer) travel to Themyscira for a tense family reunion in "Mother's Daughter." Nadia Shammas and Morgan Beem (Swamp Thing: Twin Branches) show us a story of Diana's past failures coming back to haunt her in "What Doesn't Kill You." Then John Arcudi (B.P.R.D.) and Ryan Sook (Legion of Super-Heroes) reunite to show us the grace immortality grants a hero in "I'm Ageless." Amy Reeder (Amethyst) takes us back to the "Golden Age" for a fun romp co-starring Etta Candy. And finally, Becky Cloonan (Wonder Woman) weaves a spine-tingling tale of Diana's most precious weapon against the darkness in "The Wager." 40 pages, PC/PB&W. Ages 13+ Cover price $5.99.

Wonder Woman Facsimile Edition (1942 1st Series DC) 1A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4368892023

Written by William Moulton Marston. Art by Harry G. Peter. Cover by Harry G Peter. Spinning out of the pages of Sensation Comics, Wonder Woman gained her own self-titled comic in 1942! This noteworthy facsimile contains four action-packed Wonder Woman stories plus the original backup stories and ads, including Wonder Women of History. (Please note that the comic reprinted here is presented without alteration for historical reference and readers should be advised of some sensitive content.) 64 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $6.99.

Wonder Woman Rebirth (2016) 1B CGC 9.8 Lau Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #1249203024

Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Matthew Clark and Liam Sharp. Cover by Stanley Lau. After suffering an unimaginable loss, Wonder Woman must rebuild her mission as Earth's ultimate protector and champion. DON'T MISS: New York Times best selling writer Greg Rucka returns to Wonder Woman with a tale that will forever alter the DC icon. 40 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.

Wonderworld Comics (1939) 20 CBCS 2.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Cover Reattached With Moderate Amount of Tape on Interior.

Label #18-2A9764E-073

The Kidnappers starring Flame. Zarhov's Monster starring Yarko. The Black Pearl starring Shorty Shortcake. The Bombing Gang starring Patty O'Day. One Minute To Death starring Dr. Fung. Smuggler's Syndicate text story, art by Nathaniel Nitkin (N. N. Nathaniel). Headed For a Noose starring Tex Maxon, art by Munson Paddock (Chuck Munson). Return To the Dark Ages starring Don Quixote and Adolphus Stalini. Shanghaied By Captain Swine starring Spark Stevens. The Jigsaw Puzzle Plot--K-51 Spies At War. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Wonderworld Comics (1939) 27 CBCS 2.0

Paper: White

Label #23-211F269-004

The Kidnapping of Dr. Dobbs starring Flame. Blitz and the Saboteur starring Black Lion, art by Chuck Winter. Zino's Bombing Plot starring Yarko the Great. The Framing of Bill Mattson starring Tex Maxon art by Munson Paddock (Chuck Munson). The Framing of Bill Mattson starring Tex Maxon, art by Munson Paddock (Chuck Munson). The Murder of "Lord Cowper" starring Patty O'Day, art by Claire Moe (Vic Todd). Jungle Manhunt text story by Nathaniel Nitkin (N. N. Nathaniel). The Pencil Racket starring Dr. Fung. The Sky Pirate starring Wing Turner. Niki Comso's Train Sabotage Plot--K-51 Spies At War. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

World War Hulk (2007) 1C CBCS 9.6 Finch Diamond Sketch Variant

Paper: White

Diamond Exclusive. COA included.

Label #22-0A17814-028

Written by GREG PAK Penciled by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by DAVID FINCH Variant Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR. Marvel's massive summer smashfest begins! Exiled by a group of Marvel 'heroes' to the savage alien planet of Sakaar, the Hulk raged, bled and conquered through the pages of last year's 'Planet Hulk' epic, rising from slave to gladiator to king. Now the Hulk returns to Earth to wreak his terrible vengeance on Iron Man, Reed Richards, Dr. Strange and Black Bolt -- and anyone else who gets in his way. Stronger than ever, accompanied by his monstrous Warbound gladiator allies, and possessed by the fiercest and purest rage imaginable, the Hulk may just tear this stupid planet in half. The epic story of anger unbound begins with this special double-sized issue written by 'Planet Hulk' scribe Greg Pak and penciled by the legendary John Romita, Jr. 48 PGS./Rated T+ ...$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

World War Hulk (2007) 3A CBCS 9.8 Finch

Paper: White

Label #22-2D520EC-091

Written by Greg Pak Penciled by John Romita Jr. Cover by David Finch The insane Smashfest that is 'World War Hulk' continues! The Hulk has never been angrier or stronger or more certain of the vengeance he seeks against Mr. Fantastic, Iron Man, Dr. Strange, and Black Bolt, the four so-called 'heroes' who exiled him into space. But can he survive a merciless assault by one of his oldest and most implacable opponents? What defense can he muster when Dr. Strange unleashes the full power of the Sorcerer Supreme? And who will survive when the Hulk's best friend on Earth clashes with the Hulk's first ally from Sakaar? Cover price $3.99.

World War Hulk (2007) 5A CBCS 9.8 Finch

Paper: White

Label #21-25C97A8-023

Written by GREG PAK Pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by DAVID FINCH. The millennium's most massive Marvel smashfest careens towards its cataclysmic conclusion! Four so-called Marvel 'heroes' shot the Hulk into space. Their exploding shuttle destroyed his people and pregnant queen. And the Hulk has taught them what their arrogance has wrought. But now the Hulk faces the puny humans' greatest champion. And as the terrible battle rages, who will stand revealed as the hero - and who will be proved the monster? Who knows the difference between vengeance and justice? And who will pay the terrible price of anger? Cover price $3.99.

World War Hulk (2007) 5A CBCS 9.6 Finch

Paper: White

Label #22-0A1C965-030

Written by GREG PAK Pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by DAVID FINCH. The millennium's most massive Marvel smashfest careens towards its cataclysmic conclusion! Four so-called Marvel 'heroes' shot the Hulk into space. Their exploding shuttle destroyed his people and pregnant queen. And the Hulk has taught them what their arrogance has wrought. But now the Hulk faces the puny humans' greatest champion. And as the terrible battle rages, who will stand revealed as the hero - and who will be proved the monster? Who knows the difference between vengeance and justice? And who will pay the terrible price of anger? Cover price $3.99.

World's Finest (1941) 14 GD 2.0

1" Spine split from bottom. Cover and last two pages detached. Water damage.

Cover art by Jack Burnley. Desert Town! starring Superman, pencils by Joe Shuster and Wayne Boring [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos [as Joe Shuster]; Jim Jaspers wants to keep his town in Painted Valley a ghost town, but when criminals invade his domain (having kidnapped Lois and stolen a valuable ruby back in Metropolis) and discover his mother lode of gold, Superman has to enter the picture. High Finance starring The Green Arrow, pencils by Cliff Young, inks by Steve Brodie. Special Delivery starring Drafty, art by Stan Kaye. Thuggery In The Theatre starring The Star Spangled Kid and Stripesy, pencils by Cliff Young, inks by Steve Brodie. Superman stars in a one-page public service announcement, Turn Waste Paper Into War Weapons!, art by John Sikela. Task Force To Tokyo starring The Boy Commandos. The History of the Harried starring Zatara, art by William F. White. Salvage Scavengers! starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Jerry Robinson [as Bob Kane], inks by George Roussos [as Bob Kane]; Mysterious boat sinkings and explosions, used to cover those explosions, lead the Dynamic Duo into a case involving deep sea salvaging. 84 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

World's Finest (1941) 30 GD- 1.8

1.5" Cumulative spine split (taped). Cover separating from comic. Interior tearing and pencil marks. Water damage with staple rust/migration.

Cover pencils by Jack Burnley, inks by Charles Paris. Sheriff Clark Kent starring Superman, script by Don Cameron [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Winslow Mortimer [as Joe Shuster]; When Clark accidently knocks out members of the Rockdust Gang, who are smuggling out stolen gold from town, the timid reporter is made Sheriff of Saddle Rock. Crime Goes To Press starring Green Arrow, art by George Papp. The Timid Terror starring Zatara, script by Joe Samachson, art by William F. White. The Black Gold of Red Valley starring The Boy Commandos, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Curt Swan. Havoc On Wheels starring Johnny Everyman, script by Jack Schiff, art by John Daly. The Penny Plunderers! starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Bob Kane, inks by Ray Burnley; Throughout his life, Joe Coyne felt threatened, done in by pennies and coppers, so he decides to use the "copper penny" as a trademark of his crimes. 76 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

World's Finest (1941) 40 CBCS 4.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #18-192A14F-005

Cover art by Win Mortimer. The Two Lois Lanes starring Superman, art by Al Plastino; Criminals use a double of Lois to distract Superman; Superman uses his strength to squeeze coal into a diamond. A Day In The Life of Robin Hood, script by Otto Binder, art by George Papp; Green Arrow switches places in time with Robin Hood. Ben Hur Wins a Race starring Doc & Fatty, art by Howard Sherman. The Handcuffs of Fate starring Boy Commandos, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Frank Giacoia. Peg humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Danger Sign starring Zatara, script by George Kashdan, art by Joe Kubert. Bebe two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. Foreign Flags Over America text article, script by William I. Irwin, art by Raymond Perry. 4 Killers Against Fate starring Batman, art by Jim Mooney. 76 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

World's Finest (1941) 153 CGC 6.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4071291008

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Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Sheldon Moldoff. Part I- The Clash of Cape and Cowl starring Superman and Batman, script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; Young Bruce Wayne is convinced that Superboy killed his father and vows to become Batman so he can bring him to justice. Part II--The Death of a Hero. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Boy Who Changed the Future--Editors' Round Table, script by John Broome, pencils by Bob Oksner, inks by Bernard Sachs. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

World's Finest (1941) 157 FN 6.0

Cover oxidation.

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. The Abominable Brats starring Superman and Batman, script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein (Part 1) and Sheldon Moldoff (Part 2); the junior Batman and Superman pull practical jokes. Health Myths Debunked! public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff. The Secret of Cell 16--Editors' Round Table: Tales of the Unexpected, script by Jack Miller, art by Howard Purcell. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

World's Finest (1941) 157 FN- 5.5

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. The Abominable Brats starring Superman and Batman, script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein (Part 1) and Sheldon Moldoff (Part 2); the junior Batman and Superman pull practical jokes. Health Myths Debunked! public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff. The Secret of Cell 16--Editors' Round Table: Tales of the Unexpected, script by Jack Miller, art by Howard Purcell. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

World's Finest (1941) 222 CBCS 5.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #19-1d88571-083

Cover art by Nick Cardy. Evil in Paradise starring Super Sons of Superman and Batman, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Dick Dillin, inks by Vince Colletta; The super-sons accompany two scientists with opposing views on the essential nature of man - good or evil - to a newly discovered civilization between South America and Antarctica; But when the experiment doesn't go the way one scientist expects, he interferes in it with deadly results. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Wrath (1994) 1A CBCS 9.8 Red Title

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2B0472B-052

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Regular Edition (red title logo). Cover price $1.95.

Wrath (1994) 2 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B0472B-054

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Mantra Cover price $1.95.

Wrath (1994) 4 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2B0472B-056

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Freex Cover price $1.95.

X Deaths of Wolverine (2022 Marvel) 1B CGC 9.8 Garcin Variant

Paper: White

Garcin Variant Cover.

Label #4078285023

Written by Benjamin Percy. Art by Federico Vicentini. Cover by Mr Garcin. DEATH IS NOT THE END. DEATH IS THE OMEGA. WEEK 2 - If WOLVERINE's future lies in the past, what does that mean for the present? The reciprocal series to X LIVES OF WOLVERINE, X DEATHS OF WOLVERINE is can't-miss reading, chock-full of revelations for the best there is as well as the fate of mutantkind. 48 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $5.99.

X Lives of Wolverine (2022 Marvel) 1K CGC 9.8 Molina 1:50 Variant

Paper: White

Molina Variant Cover.

Label #4078285024

Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Benjamin Percy. Art by Joshua Cassara. Cover by Jorge Molina. THE BIGGEST WOLVERINE STORY OF ALL TIME BEGINS HERE! WEEK 1 - Logan. James Howlett. Weapon X. The mutant best known as WOLVERINE has lived many lives under many identities and in many places, but never before has the fate of the future been so entwined with the past! Fan-favorite eras of Wolverine's saga are explored anew, along with never-before-seen episodes as Logan must travel to various points in time to prevent the death of a key figure in mutant history. But these LIVES are only one side of the story… Be here for the start of the time-shredding saga across all of Wolverine's history and future yet to come. 48 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $5.99.

X of Swords Creation (2020 Marvel) 1E CGC 9.8 Larraz Two Per Store Fade Variant

Paper: White

Premiere Edition

Label #3746514024

X of Swords: Part 1 of 22 - Written by Jonathan Hickman and Tini Howard. Art and Cover by Pepe Larraz. X OF SWORDS - CHAPTER 1 A tower. A mission. A gathering of armies. 68 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $6.99.

X of Swords Creation (2020 Marvel) 1H CGC 9.8 Dauterman Launch B&W Variant

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing to inner well of case

Dauterman Sketch Cover.

Label #3772999010

X of Swords: Part 1 of 22 - Written by Jonathan Hickman and Tini Howard. Art by Pepe Larraz. Cover by Russell Dauterman. X OF SWORDS - CHAPTER 1 A tower. A mission. A gathering of armies. 68 pages, full color. Rated T+

Story continues in X-Factor (2020 Marvel) 4.

Cover price $6.99.

X-23 (2018 Marvel) 1KRS.C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Kirkham Variant Cover A.

Label #4392653021

KRS Comics exclusive cover by Tyler Kirkham. Written by Mariko Tamaki. Art by Juan Cabal. Cloned from a warrior, raised as a killer, Laura Kinney has gone through hell and come out the other side a hero. After a stint as the All-New Wolverine, she returns to her roots as X-23 to make sure no one ever has to go through the horrors she did. With her sister Gabby and their pet Jonathan in tow, X-23 forges her own destiny in this new series by Mariko Tamaki (HULK, HUNT FOR WOLVERINE: CLAWS OF A KILLER) and Juann Cabal (ALL-NEW WOLVERINE, ELEKTRA). 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

X-23 (2018 Marvel) 1KRS.C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

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Kirkham Variant Cover A. Minor side/edge crack(s), less than 1".

Label #4355662009

KRS Comics exclusive cover by Tyler Kirkham. Written by Mariko Tamaki. Art by Juan Cabal. Cloned from a warrior, raised as a killer, Laura Kinney has gone through hell and come out the other side a hero. After a stint as the All-New Wolverine, she returns to her roots as X-23 to make sure no one ever has to go through the horrors she did. With her sister Gabby and their pet Jonathan in tow, X-23 forges her own destiny in this new series by Mariko Tamaki (HULK, HUNT FOR WOLVERINE: CLAWS OF A KILLER) and Juann Cabal (ALL-NEW WOLVERINE, ELEKTRA). 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

X-23 (2018 Marvel) 1KRS.C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Kirkham Variant Cover A.

Label #4393363002

KRS Comics exclusive cover by Tyler Kirkham. Written by Mariko Tamaki. Art by Juan Cabal. Cloned from a warrior, raised as a killer, Laura Kinney has gone through hell and come out the other side a hero. After a stint as the All-New Wolverine, she returns to her roots as X-23 to make sure no one ever has to go through the horrors she did. With her sister Gabby and their pet Jonathan in tow, X-23 forges her own destiny in this new series by Mariko Tamaki (HULK, HUNT FOR WOLVERINE: CLAWS OF A KILLER) and Juann Cabal (ALL-NEW WOLVERINE, ELEKTRA). 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

X-23 (2018 Marvel) 1KRS.C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Kirkham Variant Cover A.

Label #4393363008

KRS Comics exclusive cover by Tyler Kirkham. Written by Mariko Tamaki. Art by Juan Cabal. Cloned from a warrior, raised as a killer, Laura Kinney has gone through hell and come out the other side a hero. After a stint as the All-New Wolverine, she returns to her roots as X-23 to make sure no one ever has to go through the horrors she did. With her sister Gabby and their pet Jonathan in tow, X-23 forges her own destiny in this new series by Mariko Tamaki (HULK, HUNT FOR WOLVERINE: CLAWS OF A KILLER) and Juann Cabal (ALL-NEW WOLVERINE, ELEKTRA). 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

X-23 (2018 Marvel) 1UNKNOWN.A CBCS 9.8 SS Parrillo

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Lucio Parrillo on 1/25/2019 Unknown Comics A Exclusive

Label #19-06DA6B7-075

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Unknown Comics A variant by Lucio Parrillo. Written by Mariko Tamaki. Art by Juan Cabal. Cloned from a warrior, raised as a killer, Laura Kinney has gone through hell and come out the other side a hero. After a stint as the All-New Wolverine, she returns to her roots as X-23 to make sure no one ever has to go through the horrors she did. With her sister Gabby and their pet Jonathan in tow, X-23 forges her own destiny in this new series by Mariko Tamaki (HULK, HUNT FOR WOLVERINE: CLAWS OF A KILLER) and Juann Cabal (ALL-NEW WOLVERINE, ELEKTRA). 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #24-10360BD-001

"Tapped Out!" Part 1 of 2. 1st appearance of Apocalypse (shadowed cameo). Story by Bob Layton. Art by Jackson Guice and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. It's a classic super-hero/super-villain throw-down when X-Factor must battle the Alliance of Evil (Frenzy, Tower, Stinger, and Timeshadow) for the life of a mutant. Featuring a new menace by the name of Apocalypse, an evil mutant who will become a major thorn in the sides of the X-Men and X-Factor. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 5 VF- 7.5

"Tapped Out!" Part 1 of 2. 1st appearance of Apocalypse (shadowed cameo). Story by Bob Layton. Art by Jackson Guice and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. It's a classic super-hero/super-villain throw-down when X-Factor must battle the Alliance of Evil (Frenzy, Tower, Stinger, and Timeshadow) for the life of a mutant. Featuring a new menace by the name of Apocalypse, an evil mutant who will become a major thorn in the sides of the X-Men and X-Factor. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 6D CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #0167469002

Direct Edition. "Apocalypse Now!" Part 2 of 2. 1st full appearance of Apocalypse. Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Jackson Guice and Bob McLeod. Cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. Cyclops begins to worry that the group's X-Factor ads are fueling mutant paranoia among humans. Plus, the last time X-Factor fought the Alliance of Evil they were soundly defeated. Can they take down their adversaries in time to save the life of a fellow mutant, before it's too late? And, witness the fury and power of Apocalypse, a mutant tyrant who believes in a world where only the strong survive. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 7 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-037

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"Fall Out!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Jackson Guice and Joe Rubinstein. X-Factor is perceived by the public to be humans who hunt down mutants for the good of humanity. The X-Terminators are believed by the public to be mutant terrorists who fight for mutant rights. The problem is both of these groups are the same people. X-Factor and the X-Terminators are actually the original X-Men - Cyclops, Angel, Beast, Ice Man, and Jean Grey - and they use this charade to secretly find and help mutants survive in a world where paranoia and fear of the unknown rules. This issue explores how they keep their secret identities safe from the public. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 8 CBCS 7.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-047

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"Lost and Found!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Joe Rubinstein. Freedom Force, the former Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and now government backed mutant hunters, show up to arrest Rusty (the fire-starter X-Factor has been looking after since X-Factor #1), who is wanted by the law. 1st appearance of Skids, a mutant whose personal force field allows her to avoid harm. Plus, Jean finds out that Scott and his wife Madelyne have a baby together. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 9 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-052

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The Mutant Massacre! "Spots!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Terry Shoemaker and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Marc Silvestri and Joe Rubinstein. This issue begins one of the darkest chapters in mutant history. A mercenary force called the Marauders attempt to commit genocide on the outcast Morlocks, and the only thing standing in their way is the X-Men and X-Factor. This is a storyline that has repercussions on the X-titles for years to come. But first, X-Factor must battle the government sponsored Freedom Force for the future of a mutant who is under their protection. NOTE: Includes the Mutant Massacre Map, a key to following the events in this pivotal storyline. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 16 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-022

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"Playing with Fire!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by David Mazzucchelli and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Walt Simonson. As the adults deal with the tragic aftermath of last issue's events, the kids face a challenge of their own. The woman Rusty accidently burned when his mutant fire abilities emerged (see X-Factor (1st Series) #1) returns, and the remorseful young man tries to make amends. However, Rusty will soon learn that making a deal with the malevolent Morlock called Masque is not too different than making a pact with the devil himself. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 18 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-024

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"The Enemy Within!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Walter Simonson and Bob Wiacek. Cameron Hodge plans to betray the team. Plus, is Jean Grey really still the Phoenix? Well, Cyclops is going to find out even if they have to fight to do it. Plus, a familiar face awakens on the cloaked floating fortress of Apocalypse to find his fortunes have taken a turn for the worse. What can this mean for the future of X-Factor, and for the future of the world? Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 19 CBCS 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition

Label #21-28A0F27-021

"All Together Now!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Walter Simonson and Bob Wiacek. Can X-Factor survive the first attack of the Horsemen of Apocalypse? Meet War, Famine, and Pestilence...hope they survive the experience. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 20 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-026

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"Children's Crusade!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by June Brigman and Randy Emberlin. X-Factor returns from their battle with the Horsemen of Apocalypse a little worse for wear, and it's up to the kids to take care of business. Rusty, Skids, Rictor, Artie, and Leech take center stage on a mission of goodwill for the future of mutant/human relations. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 24N CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #23-38F4EAA-008

Newsstand Edition. Fall of the Mutants! Part 1 of 3. "Masks!" 1st full appearance of Archangel. Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Walter Simonson and Bob Wiacek. One of the biggest mutant events to ever hit the comic racks begins here. The powerful mutant known as Apocalypse finally makes his move and unleashes his Four Horseman on an unsuspecting world. The only thing standing between humanity and total annihilation is X-Factor. However when the fourth and final Horseman, Death, reveals his true identity, the group will be rocked to its very core. This is a pivotal chapter in the lives of the original X-Men. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 24N FN 6.0

Newsstand Edition. Fall of the Mutants! Part 1 of 3. "Masks!" 1st full appearance of Archangel. Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Walter Simonson and Bob Wiacek. One of the biggest mutant events to ever hit the comic racks begins here. The powerful mutant known as Apocalypse finally makes his move and unleashes his Four Horseman on an unsuspecting world. The only thing standing between humanity and total annihilation is X-Factor. However when the fourth and final Horseman, Death, reveals his true identity, the group will be rocked to its very core. This is a pivotal chapter in the lives of the original X-Men. Cover price $0.75.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 70 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-038

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Muir Island Saga! Epilogue. "Clash Reunion!" Nick Fury cameo. Story by Peter David. Art by Kirk Jarvinen and Joe Rubinstein. Story continued from Uncanny X-Men #280. It's a turning point in the lives of Charles Xavier and his X-Men. As the members of the X-Men and X-Factor pick up the pieces in the aftermath of the Shadow King's assault, Professor X attempts to psychically revive his comatose son, Legion. Cover price $1.00.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 73 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-041

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"Crowd Control!" Story by Peter David. Cover and art by Larry Stroman and Al Milgrom. The All New, All Different X-Factor must solve one simple little problem...who is the real Jamie Madrox, the Multiple Man? Cover price $1.00.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 76 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-044

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War and Peace tie-in. "X-Communication!" Story by Peter David. Art by Tom Raney, Kevin West, and Al Milgrom. Story continued from Incredible Hulk (1962-1998 1st Series) #390-392. X-Factor was sent by the US government to a foreign country to defend from the Hulk. Now, they must go toe-to-toe with the Green Goliath's buddies, the Pantheon. Cover price $1.25.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 77 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-045

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"Great X-Pectations!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Cannonball. Story by Peter David. Cover and art by Larry Stroman and Al Milgrom. Stryfe and his Mutant Liberation Front make their move and only X-Factor can stop them. Cover price $1.25.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) 97 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-054

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"The New Humanity!" Part 2 of 5. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jan Duursema and Al Milgrom. Lorna attempts to help Jamie with his multiple problems. Plus, is there more to Haven than meets the eye? Cover price $1.25.

X-Factor (1986 1st Series) Annual 8U CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-2A9668F-055

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NOT polybagged and without collector card. Polybagged with collector card. "Charon." Script by Peter David, pencils by Terry Shoemaker, inks by Mark McKenna. Back-up stories: "What Have You Got to Hide." Script by Skip Dietz, pencils by Buzz, inks by Al Milgrom. "Crawlin From the Wreckage." Script by Dietz, pencils by Chris Batista, inks by Jeff Albrecht. Buzz/Ivy cover. Cover price $2.95.

X-Force (1991 1st Series) 1U CGC 9.8 Unbagged No Card

Paper: White

Slab: Debris trapped between case and inner well

Label #3820761006

Unbagged; no card included. 48-page giant. "A Force to be Reckoned With." Plot, art, and cover by Rob Liefeld, script by Fabian Nicieza. Featuring Cable, Shatterstar, Boom Boom, Warpath, Cannonball, Domino, Feral, Reaper, Forearm, Stryfe, Thumbelina, Wildside, Zero, Gideon, Sunspot, Commander G.W. Bridge, Tyler (in flashback), Arianna Jankos, Black Tom Cassidy, Nick Fury app; Cable Battle Files of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. Cable Guide (character profiles) of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. NOTE: There are at least 5 panels in the first few pages of this issue, including the 2-page splash, that are direct homages to panels taken directly from New Teen Titans (1980-1988) (Tales of ...) #39. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.50.

X-Force (1991 1st Series) 1U CGC 9.8 Unbagged No Card

Paper: White

Label #1289688007

Unbagged; no card included. 48-page giant. "A Force to be Reckoned With." Plot, art, and cover by Rob Liefeld, script by Fabian Nicieza. Featuring Cable, Shatterstar, Boom Boom, Warpath, Cannonball, Domino, Feral, Reaper, Forearm, Stryfe, Thumbelina, Wildside, Zero, Gideon, Sunspot, Commander G.W. Bridge, Tyler (in flashback), Arianna Jankos, Black Tom Cassidy, Nick Fury app; Cable Battle Files of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. Cable Guide (character profiles) of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. NOTE: There are at least 5 panels in the first few pages of this issue, including the 2-page splash, that are direct homages to panels taken directly from New Teen Titans (1980-1988) (Tales of ...) #39. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.50.

X-Force (1991 1st Series) 1U CGC 9.6 Unbagged No Card

Paper: White

Label #1289688004

Unbagged; no card included. 48-page giant. "A Force to be Reckoned With." Plot, art, and cover by Rob Liefeld, script by Fabian Nicieza. Featuring Cable, Shatterstar, Boom Boom, Warpath, Cannonball, Domino, Feral, Reaper, Forearm, Stryfe, Thumbelina, Wildside, Zero, Gideon, Sunspot, Commander G.W. Bridge, Tyler (in flashback), Arianna Jankos, Black Tom Cassidy, Nick Fury app; Cable Battle Files of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. Cable Guide (character profiles) of Deadpool, Feral, Shatterstar, and G.W. Bridge. NOTE: There are at least 5 panels in the first few pages of this issue, including the 2-page splash, that are direct homages to panels taken directly from New Teen Titans (1980-1988) (Tales of ...) #39. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.50.