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Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 35 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986023

"Death-Hand and the Sun of Mordillo!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Paul Gulacy, inks by Dan Adkins. Shang Chi must defeat a mad man or the woman, Leiko Wu, shall perish in a death trap of the villain's own design. NOTE: The peculiar denizens of the strange island in this story return again to harass Rom the Spaceknight in Rom # 47. The Hulk stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twins of Evil!" Gil Kane cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 36 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986022

"Cages of Myth, Menagerie of Mirrors!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Keith Pollard, inks by Sal Trapani. A mysterious old man reveals the world's strangest menagerie to Shang Chi. Plus, the Master of Kung Fu must battle a cadre of deadly ninja. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Kidnap Caper." Gil Kane cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 37 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986021

"Web of Dark Death!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Keith Pollard, inks by Sal Trapani. On one side is the benevolent ancient one called Moon Sun and his menagerie of mythic beasts. On the other side is army of immortal ninja, a force for darkness. And, stuck in the middle of these warring factions is Shang Chi, the Master of Kung Fu. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Kidnap Caper." Rich Buckler cover pencils (Mike Esposito and Frank Giacoia cover inks?). Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 38 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4400986020

There's a new Kung Fu master in town--Shen Kuei, a.k.a. "Cat." Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Paul Gulacy, inks by Dan Adkins. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series B # 40 (Stan Lee). Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Cupcake Caper." Gil Kane cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 39 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986019

"Fight without Pity!" Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Paul Gulacy, inks by Dan Adkins. Shang Chi finds himself in battle with one of the deadliest men alive, Shen Kuei, the man known as the Cat. It's one of the greatest martial arts battles of all time with a shock ending no one saw coming. Includes Marvel Value Stamp series B # 71 (Stan Lee). Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Cupcake Caper." Gil Kane cover pencils, Klaus Janson cover inks. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 40 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4400986018

"The Murder Agency!" Script by Doug Moench, art by Paul Gulacy. It's martial arts mayhem at its best when Shang Chi must pit his considerable skills against the deadly League of Assassins. Letters to the editor from writer Frank Lovece and Eclipse Comics publisher Dean Mullaney. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twinkie Takers." Gil Kane cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 41 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986017

"Slain in Secrecy, and by Illusion!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito. Shang Chi reveals a troubled chapter from his past. It is a tale of hard lessons learned and of brother against brother. Take a look at the rarely seen early days before Shang Chi became the undisputed Master of Kung Fu. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 42 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4400986016

"The Clock of Shattered Time!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Tom Sutton. Learn the series of events that led Shang Chi to the verge of death by the hands of Shock-Wave, a martial artists whose electrically charged hands mean death. Note: Much like that classic episode of Sienfeld, this issue begins at the end and ends at the beginning. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 43 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4400986015

A Flash of Purple Sparks!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jack Abel. In his last meeting with Shock-Wave, Shang Chi almost met his end. How can even the Master of Kung Fu hope to defeat an opponent whose very touch means certain death? Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 44 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986014

Golden Daggers: Prelude. "A Death Rub!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy. Shang Chi recalls a tale from his past. Plus, he and Reston take on the criminal gang known as the Golden Daggers. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 45 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986013

Golden Dagger: Part 1 of 6. "The Death Seed!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. This is the first chapter in an epic tale that pits father against son. As Shang Chi gears up for his ultimate confrontation with Fu Manchu he must first face his own sister. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 46 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986012

Golden Dagger (Clive Reston) Part 2 of 6. "The Spider Spell!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. Reston is captured and Shang Chi must get past a man-mountain of a sumo that can resist his most powerful blows. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 47 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986011

Golden Dagger (Leiko Wu) Part 3 of 6. "Phantom Sand!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. An ancient evil is resurrected. A samurai of unmatched skill. Shang Chi and Leiko must fight side-by-side against impossible odds. Plus, Reston and Fu Manchu show up for the party as well. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 48 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986010

Golden Daggers (Black Jack Tarr) Part 4 of 6. "City in the Top of the World!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jack Abel. While the surely spy attempts to infiltrate the underground city, Fu Manchu introduces his new son to the world. And, Shang Chi shall come face-to-face with the immortal Shaka Kharn. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 50 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986009

Golden Daggers. Part 6 of 6. (Fu Manchu). "The Dreamslayer!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Mike Esposito. In order the save the world can Shang Chi kill his own father? He'll first have to get through the immortal Shaka Kharn. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 51 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986008

Golden Dagger: Epilogue. "Brass and Blackness (A Death Move)!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Craig and Pablo Marcus. It's the explosive conclusion to the biggest Master of Kung Fu epic to date. In the aftermath of his latest adventure, Shang Chi must bury a friend. Plus, a new beginning in the life of the Master of Kung Fu. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 52 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986007

"A Night at the 1001 Nights!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Keith Pollard. Shang Chi's journey brings him to Morocco. Plus, the Master of Kung Fu runs into the most unexpected guest-star whose penchant for trouble is never too far behind. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 53 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986006

Reprints Master of Kung Fu #20. "Weapon of the Soul!" Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Paul Gulacy and Al Milgrom. Assassins rise from the sea to try and murder Shang Chi. After their attempt fails, the Master of Kung Fu intends to find out who sent them, and why. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 54 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986005

The Saga of War-Yore. Part 1 of 4. "The Story of War-Yore!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Craig and John Tartag. Cover by Jim Starlin. It's a new direction in the life of the Master of Kung Fu. Shang Chi has left the employ of Smith's Agency, and others have come with him, but the uncertain future holds dangers even for the Master of Kung Fu. Plus, Learn the mysterious past of the man called War-Yore. Note: This story continues in Master of Kung Fu #56. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 73 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4400986025

"Prisoners to the Crown!" Part 2 of 4. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Mike Zeck. Shang Chi and company return to the malevolently mutated Mordillo Isle. Cover price $0.35.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 74 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4400986024

"Bynocki Triumphant!" Part 3 of 4. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Mike Zeck and Bruce Patterson. Though their master is since dead, the mischievous creations of Mordillo Island live on. Now, Shang Chi and his erstwhile adversary, Shock-Wave, must fight side-by-side to survive their experience here. Cover price $0.35.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4339041011

'To Tempt the Gods!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Dick Giordano. He-Man…Battle-Cat…Man-At-Arms…Teela…Stratos… They are among the mightiest heroes on a world where science and magic meld to form a realm undreamed of. They fight a never-ending battle against the dark warlock Skeletor and his vicious horde of mutants and sorcerers. They fight for the power of Castle Grayskull, an ancient citadel that stands at the apex of time and space. For who should ever hold the power will truly be the Masters of the Universe! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1 VG/FN 5.0

1/2" Spine split from bottom (chew).

'To Tempt the Gods!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Dick Giordano. He-Man…Battle-Cat…Man-At-Arms…Teela…Stratos… They are among the mightiest heroes on a world where science and magic meld to form a realm undreamed of. They fight a never-ending battle against the dark warlock Skeletor and his vicious horde of mutants and sorcerers. They fight for the power of Castle Grayskull, an ancient citadel that stands at the apex of time and space. For who should ever hold the power will truly be the Masters of the Universe! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4379575016

Comic book based on the popular animated series. When a meteorite crashes into the Evergreen Forest, Skeletor wants it as it will give him the power he needs to smash his enemies. So He-Man and company have to get to that meteorite first. But there is a lot that stands in their way in Falling Stars. Script by Mike Carlin and art by Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (2002 1st Series Image) 1C CGC 9.8 Norem Gold Foil Variant

Paper: White

Gold Foil Edition.

Label #4407731006

Gold Foil edition. (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (I) Marco Failla FC 32pp Four issue finite series. Cover A by Emiliano Santalucia Cover B by J. Scott Campbell Cover C by Earl Norem In stores the week of November 27th. The Concept: In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the onslaught of Skeletor and his evil forces. It's an epic tale of good versus evil, where there is new danger and suspense at every turn. The story we all loved from the 80's is reborn and relaunched for a new era. This Issue: Skeletor continues his struggle in obtaining the secrets of Castle Grayskull. However, new danger looms when a sinister plot is devised by other evil forces. And it all centers around an object in the possession of the least likely candidate. Will the heroic warriors of Eternia discover the truth before the forces of evil hatch their plans? Cover price $5.95.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3985966005

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3914024003

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3914119006

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961034015

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961034016

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3986091023

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3986091025

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3985801009

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Maxx (1993) 1A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4384154012

Cover art by Sam Kieth. Maxx, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Social worker Julie goes above and beyond the call of duty when she bails the Maxx out of jail yet again. Back cover features Kieth's art for the cover of #2. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 1B FN/VF 7.0

Glow-in-the-dark cover; Sam Kieth art.

Medieval Lady Death Belladonna (2005) 1/2 1A CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4395731013

Standard cover by Daniel HDR. Written by Brian Pulido. Art by Daniel HDR. Pulido's warrior women of medieval times meet for the first time in this action-packed crossover! An ultimate evil threatens Ireland and it will take two supernatural champions to defend these sacred lands. The seeds are sown when Rurik, a mad Vangarian warlock, and his gargoyle horde invade and begin to slaughter the innocent. Morrigan, the Celtic goddess, calls upon her spirit of vengeance, Belladonna, to stop them. But when she encounters Medieval Lady Death, the two assume the other is the source of the threat. Can these two warriors put aside their differences and unite...or will they kill each other? 16 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Medieval Lady Death Belladonna (2005) 1/2 1C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4395731012

Cover by Matt Martin. Written by Brian Pulido. Art by Daniel HDR. Pulido's warrior women of medieval times meet for the first time in this action-packed crossover! An ultimate evil threatens Ireland and it will take two supernatural champions to defend these sacred lands. The seeds are sown when Rurik, a mad Vangarian warlock, and his gargoyle horde invade and begin to slaughter the innocent. Morrigan, the Celtic goddess, calls upon her spirit of vengeance, Belladonna, to stop them. But when she encounters Medieval Lady Death, the two assume the other is the source of the threat. Can these two warriors put aside their differences and unite...or will they kill each other? 16 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Medieval Spawn Witchblade (1996) 1A CGC 9.0 Peterson

Paper: White

Label #4076565014

Throughout history, there have been many remarkable women chosen to bear the powerful Witchblade. Now, in the first cross-over with Medieval Spawn, fans will learn of one such woman. Discover the romantic link between these two powerful beings, and the key they hold to the present day Spawn and Witchblade. Written by Garth Ennis. Art and cover by Brandon Peterson and BATT. FC, 32 pg. Cover price $2.95.

Medieval Spawn/Witchblade TPB (1997 Image) By Garth Ennis 1-1ST FN 6.0

1st printing. Collects Medieval Spawn/Witchblade (1996) #1-3.

Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Brandon Peterson.

hroughout history, there have been many remarkable women chosen to bear the powerful Witchblade. Now, in the first cross-over with Medieval Spawn, fans will learn of one such woman. Discover the romantic link between these two powerful beings, and the key they hold to the present day Spawn and Witchblade.

Softcover, 80 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

Men in Black II Pre-Release Promotional Poster

High quality print on glossy poster stock. 11 1/2" x 17", full color.

Men's Adventures (1951 Marvel/Atlas) 14 VG 4.0

Residue on interior cover.

"name, Rank, Serial Number" (art by Robert Q. Sale), "Retreat" (art by Gene Colan), "Insane" (art by Norman Steinberg), "The Coffin" (art by Bill Everett), and a two-page text story, "Military Man With a Spear." Everett cover. Cover price $0.10.

Men's Adventures (1951 Marvel/Atlas) 24 GD- 1.8 (R)

Trimmed

TRIMMED on all three edges. Staple rust.

Sol Brodsky cover. "The Screaming Beasts" (art by George Tuska); "The Torture Master;" (art by Russ Heath); "No Guts!" (art by Joe Maneely); and "Buried Alive!" (art by John Romita). Two page text story, "The Terror at the Wayside Inn!" (Thanks to Grand Comics Database for the above artist information!) Cover price $0.10.

Merc Halloween Special (2022 Merc Magazine) 1HAHA.C NM 9.4 Tyndall HAHA Naughty Variant

Signed by cover artist Jamie Tyndall. Certificate of authenticity from Jamie Tyndall, Inc.

"HAHA" Naughty Edition Virgin Cover by Jamie Tyndall. Story by Joel Rodriguez. Art by Adam Stone.

Merc Magazine Miss Meow (2020 Merc Magazine) Kickstarter 6A.C.GOLD CGC 9.9

Paper: White

Variant Cover AC.

Label #4336543002

Naughty Gold Metal "Retail" Edition Virgin Cover by Jyn Leonard. Written by Murphey. Art by Victor Serra. Reprints Miss Meow (2022 Merc Publishing) 6 with additional pages. Katfight finally has the thorn In her side exactly where she wants her... with only moments left to live! There's one glimmer of hope. The fabled Helmet of Leonidas is just out of arm's reach. Can Bubblegum Blitzkrieg keep Katfight busy long enough for Miss Meow to save herself? 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Merc Spring Special (2023 Merc Magazine) 1BN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover BN.

Label #4359709004

"Miss Bunny" Nude Edition Virgin Cover by Shikarii Shambu. Story by Murphy. Art by Emiliano Urdinola.

Merc Spring Special (2023 Merc Magazine) 1BV CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover BV.

Label #4359709002

"Miss Bunny" Edition Virgin Cover by Shikarii Shambu. Story by Murphy. Art by Emiliano Urdinola.

Mercy (2020 Image) 1CKOC.B CGC 9.0 Kirkham ECCC Virgin Variant

Paper: White

Kirkham Variant Cover.

Label #2139007018

Comic Kingdom and Emerald City Comic Con exclusive cover by Tyler Kirkham. Story, Art by Mirka Andolfo. SERIES PREMIERE! When the placid mining village of Woodsburgh is disturbed by a series of brutal murders, the settlement is in turmoil. And as the first snow covers the chaos in a white blanket, a mysterious woman in black arrives, eliciting a totally different kind of unrest. But who is Lady Hellaine, really? And what's her secret agenda? 28 pages, full color. Rated M

Merry Marvel Marching Society/Personality Posters Set (1966)

Includes 8 12" x 16" full color posters featuring Sub-Mariner, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Dr. Strange, Captain America, The Human Torch, The Hulk, and Thor. Also included here is the original polybag and header card. The polybag has been opened and the posters have been previously hung as evidenced by the adhesive residue on the reverse of all but the Captain America poster. Some posters display some minor staining and wear with the Iron Man poster displaying pen markings as well.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 3 VG 4.0

Cover pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. The Moon's Invisible Army!, script by Bob Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito; Doc Magnus builds a new Platinum, sans emotions; 1st use of Doc's Thought Power X image-field. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 38 CGC 7.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4014159024

Cover pencils by Mike Sekowsky. Witch Hunt--1969!, script and pencils by Mike Sekowsky, inks by George Roussos; the Metal Men battle demons that were unleashed on the world by a coven of male witches. One-page Fact File # 8 covers the Spectre. Full-page ad for The Brave and the Bold # 84 with a cover by Neal Adams. 36 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.12.