Auctions: comic books September 1991

Batman (1940) 469 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2599D8C-018

Part 3 of the 3-part 'Shadow Box,' continued from the previous issue. King Snake wants Robin dead, but he'll have to go through Batman to get him...while the murderous Lynx does her best to help destroy the Boy Wonder. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Tom Lyle and Scott Hanna. Cover by Lyle. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

Deathlok (1991 1st Series) 3 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-27C178C-026

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Cover art by Denys Cowan. The Souls of Cyber-Folk Part 2: Impending Doom, script by Dwayne McDuffie, pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Mike Manley; Deathlok and Misty Knight battle the Doombot masquerading as Dr. Doom. 36 pgs. $1.75. Cover price $1.75.

Deathstroke the Terminator (1991) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-2B047C8-034

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Full Cycle: Part 2 of 4. "Kidnaped!" Story by Marv Wolfman. Art by Steve Erwin and Will Blyberg. Cover by Mike Zeck. They hospitalized his ex-wife. They tried to kill him and destroy everything he had. Now it's time for the man known as the Terminator to strike back. They are in trouble. Plus, who is the new Ravager? Cover price $1.75.

Demon (1990 3rd Series) 15 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-2B047C8-042

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Lobo and the Demon...they're just the duo you want fighting for control of a plummeting atomic bomb. Not even that cosmic know-it-all the Phantom Stranger can influence the destructive outcome of their battle! Written by Alan Grant, with art and cover by Val Semeiks and Bob Smith. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 41 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-27C178C-051

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"At Last, the Reunion!" Guest-starring the X-Men (sort of). Cable cameo. Story by Scott Lobdell and Dana Moreshead. Art by Dave Hoover and Ivy and Harry Candelario. Cover by Dave Hoover (see NOTE). Its the reunion four years in the making, or is it? 32 pages, FC. NOTE: The cover of this issue is an homage to cover of Excalibur: The Sword is Drawn (1988) by Alan Davis. Cover price $1.75.

Ghost Rider and Cable (1991) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-27C178C-095

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Cover by Sam Kieth. Collects material from Marvel Comics Presents (1988-1995 1st Series) #90-98. Cover price $3.95.

Legion (1989) Annual 2 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-2B047C8-069

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The saga of ARMAGEDDON 2001 continues! Lobo's hair-raising possible future is examined as Waverider attempts to determine the identity of Monarch, the ruthless dictator of the future. Also, meet the Vril Dox of 2001, the cruel and evil tyrant who commands L.E.G.I.O.N. '01! Written by Alan Grant, with art and cover by Mike McKone and Jan Harpes. 68 pages. New Format. Cover price $2.95.

Legion of Super-Heroes (1989 4th Series) 22 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-2B047C8-076

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The Quiet Darkness, Part 2 of 4. Celeste, Jo Nah and Kent Shakespeare race to the planet Zuun to rescue Brainiac 5 and Furball (Timber Wolf) from the growing cosmic conspiracy that has caught two little girls in the middle of a vicious conflict. Fighting on one side are the Legionnaires...and on the other, Darkseid and Lobo! Written by Al Gordon, Keith Giffen, Tom Bierbaum and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Giffen, Jason Pearson, Michael Christian and Gordon. Cover by Giffen and Gordon. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

Marvel Comics Presents (1988) 84 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1DA3BBA-018

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Cover art by Barry Windsor-Smith. Weapon X (chapter 12), script and art by Barry Windsor-Smith. Life During War Time Part 3: Triangle starring Firestar, script by Marie Javins and Marcus McLaurin, pencils by Dwayne Turner, inks by Jose Marzan. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Marvel Comics Presents (1988) 85 CBCS 9.2 SS

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Jae Lee (On Back Cover)

Label #21-3D82531-001

Cover art by Sam Kieth. Blood Hungry Part 1: First Scent starring Wolverine, script by Peter David, art by Sam Kieth. Life During War Time Part 4: Fire In The Hole starring Firestar, script by Marcus McLaurin and Marie Javins, pencils by Dwayne Turner, inks by Chris Ivy and Jose Marzan. Just Friends Part 1: Professor! starring Beast, script by Scott Lobdell, pencils by Rob Liefeld and Jae Lee, inks by Tim Dzon. The Dude In the Really Rad Armor! starring Speedball, script by Scott Lobdell, pencils by Ron Wilson, inks by Chris Ivy. Back cover pencils by Jae Lee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 54 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-054

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Infinity Gauntlet Crossover. "Cages!" Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. Story continued from Infinity Gauntlet #2. As the heroes of Earth marshal their forces for the coming battle with Thanos, the Silver Surfer must face the Rage of the Rhino! Story continues in Infinity Gauntlet #3. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 55 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-053

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Infinity Gauntlet Crossover. "Genesis!" Part 1. Guest-starring Adam Warlock and the Heroes of Earth. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. Story continued from Infinity Gauntlet #3. The worse has come to past. Even with a force including Thor, Hulk, Doctor Strange, and Captain America, the heroes of Earth were no match for Thanos and the power of the Infinity Gauntlet. The Silver Surfer arrives in time to watch Adam Warlock perish and to become a slave as Thanos becomes the ultimate ruler of the universe. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Spider-Man (1990 Marvel) 14 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-27ED9D3-030

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Sub-City: Part 2 of 2. Story, art and cover by Todd McFarlane. It's the conclusion to Spider-Man's brutal showdown with one of his most horrifying foes - Morbius the Living Vampire! What will be the ultimate fate of the citizens of Sub-City? Cover price $1.75.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 45D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2738DCA-011

Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 - "Claws Over Times Square!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. The savage creature known as the Hunter in the Darkness has been captured and put on display in a carnival. When the villains Sabretooth and Lady Deathstrike show up to cause trouble not even Wolverine may be able to stop them alone. Includes a 2-page pin-up by Art Thibert. 32 pages, FC Cover price $1.75.

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-Force (1991 1st Series) 2D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4303381005

Direct Edition. Cover art by Rob Liefeld. The Blood Hunters, script by Rob Liefeld (plot) and Fabian Nicieza, art by Rob Liefeld; Kane fights Deadpool; During a training exercise, Feral guts Sam; Juggernaut is revived; appearance by Weapon X [2nd Deadpool; 1st Garrison Kane]. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

X-Force (1991 1st Series) 2D CGC 9.2 Direct Variant

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3948377008

Direct Edition. Cover art by Rob Liefeld. The Blood Hunters, script by Rob Liefeld (plot) and Fabian Nicieza, art by Rob Liefeld; Kane fights Deadpool; During a training exercise, Feral guts Sam; Juggernaut is revived; appearance by Weapon X [2nd Deadpool; 1st Garrison Kane]. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

X-Force (1991 1st Series) 2D CGC 6.5 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Small chip in plastic on front of slab.

Label #0221915003

Direct Edition. Cover art by Rob Liefeld. The Blood Hunters, script by Rob Liefeld (plot) and Fabian Nicieza, art by Rob Liefeld; Kane fights Deadpool; During a training exercise, Feral guts Sam; Juggernaut is revived; appearance by Weapon X [2nd Deadpool; 1st Garrison Kane]. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.