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Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 101N CBCS 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #25-337BB72-001

Newsstand Edition. "Echoes" Script by Cary Burkett. Pencils by Juan Alacantara. Inks by Jack Abel. Cover by John Byrne. A new era begins for the Spectacular Spider-Man as the Black Cat has departed his life. However, the breakup with Felicia has left the web-slinger in a melancholy mood, so he visits the site of his greatest heartbreak...the Brooklyn Bridge. The events of Amazing Spider-Man 121 still haunt the wall-crawler, but life goes on...and so does crime in the big city. When Blacklash takes a hostage after bungling a burglary attempt, the spectacular one swings into action! Flashback cameos of Gwen Stacy and the Green Goblin. First 65¢ issue. (Note: The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 337,108; average paid circulation 180,498.) 32 pages Cover price $0.65.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) Canadian Price Variant 90 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

75¢ Canadian Price Variant.

Label #25-337BB72-002

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price. "Where, Oh Where Has My Spider-Man Gone?" Script and Pencils by Al Milgrom. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by Al Milgrom. The Spectacular Spider-Man is missing! Where is he? The Black Cat is looking everywhere! She checks with everyone including Mrs. Muggins, Captain DeWolff, J. Jonah Jameson, Aunt May, and the Avengers! When the web-slinger finally reappears on the final page, he's wearing his new black costume! Cameo appearances by the Vision and the Scarlet Witch. (Notes: Spider-Man's new costume debuted this month in Amazing Spider-Man 252, Marvel Team-Up 141, and this issue. The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 351,448; average paid circulation 172,290.) 32 pages Cover price $0.75.

Spectacular Spider-Men (2024 Marvel) 1A CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #25-2791B0A-021

Written by Greg Weisman. Art by Humberto Ramos. Cover by Humberto Ramos. The stars of two of Marvel's biggest series come together in their first ongoing series ever! That's right, Peter Parker and Miles Morales are going to team up on the regular, comparing notes and using said notes to take on some of their most dangerous bad guys. This duo is better than dynamic, amazing, sensational, superior…they're SPECTACULAR! And with GREG WEISMAN, writer of the fan-favorite animated Spectacular Spider-Man series, returning to Spidey along with Spider-Legend HUMBERTO RAMOS, you know it's going to be epic. 40 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

Spider-Man (1990 Marvel) 10D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition. Damaged/broken/not intact. Piece(s) missing, may include corners/pegs.

Label #21-26F983A-003

Direct Edition. Perceptions Part 3 of 5. Guest-starring Wolverine. Script and art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. In the middle of the woods, a group of Mounted Police runs into the Wendigo! And as expected the powerful beast savagely tears into the Mounties. But luckily for the RCMP, Wolverine isnearby! And round one between Wolverine and the Wendigo commences! After the furious fight, Logan heads into town and finds an ally: Peter Parker! Later that evening, the wall-crawler and Wolverine meet in the forest to compare notes on the case. Is it possible that the Wendigo is not responsible for the children's deaths? The plot thickens. (Note: Rob Liefeld, Jim Lee, Scott Williams, and Rick Magyar contributed inks to this issue.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.75.

Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends (1981) 1N CBCS 9.2 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #25-337BB72-003

Newsstand Edition. Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Milgrom. "The Triumph of the Green Goblin," script by Dennis Marks (Original Screenplay) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Dan Spiegle, inks by Vincent Colletta; Green Goblin busts up a college costume party to steal his secret Goblin Formula. "The Hulk vs. the Phoomie Goonies" Hostess Fruit Pies ad. "Meet the Men of Marvel Productions" article; Information on Marvel Productons, includes photographs and some artwork. Based on the cartoon. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Spider-Woman (1978 Marvel 1st Series) 11 CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #25-346C49F-042

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Frank Giacoia. And Dolly Makes Three starring Spider-Woman [Jessica Drew], Jerry Hunt, Charles Magnus, Brothers Grimm [Jake Dolly, William Dolly], and Madame Doll [Priscilla Dolly], script by Mark Gruenwald, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Al Gordon; Spider-Woman vs. Brother Grimm. The Power of the Spider-Woman. 36 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Star Trek (1967 Gold Key) 47 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #20-3DB62BE-023

Number/month on cover: 90210-709, no month listed. Comic book version of the original Star Trek TV series that starred William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy. This issue features "This Tree Bears Bitter Fruit" in which some mysterious pods lead the Enterprise on a long journey and Captain Kirk into a contest for survival. Story by George Kashdan and Doug Drexler, art by Al McWilliams. Cover price $0.30.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 5 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #20-4584293-159

1st printing, standard 35 Cent Newsstand Edition with UPC. A New Hope: Part 5 of 6. "Lo, the Moons of Yavin!" Based on the screenplay by George Lucas. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin and Steve Leialoha. Luke does not have long to mourn the loss of Ben Kenobi as the Millennium Falcon is attacked from all sides by deadly Tie-Fighters. Even if these Rebel heroes do survive this latest attack, the Empire knows the location of the Rebel's secret headquarters. They don't have long before the Death Star, a space station with the power to destroy planets, delivers the killing blow to the rebellion once and for all. Cover price $0.35.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 40D CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-3B8717B-005

Direct Edition. The Empire Strikes Back: Part 2 of 6. "Battleground Hoth!" Script by Archie Goodwin, art by Al Williamson, Carlos Garzon and Rick Veitch (walkers). Note: Part 2 of movie adaptation; based on the movie script; Williamson and Garzon both pencil and ink the art for this series. Cover by Williamson and Garzon. Cover price $0.50.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 43N CBCS 9.8 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Label #0009452-AA-020

Newsstand Edition. The Empire Strikes Back: Part 5 of 6. "Betrayal at Bespin!" Based on the screenplay by George Lucas. Adapted by Archie Goodwin. Art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. After their narrow escape from the pursuing Empire Fleet, the crew of the Millennium Falcon sets down on the Cloud City of Bespin for repairs. Lando Calrissian, proprietor of the floating facility, is an old friend of Han's. But he is an old friend with some dark secrets. Meanwhile, Luke's training under the tutelage of the Jedi Master, Yoda, is cut short when the young padawan senses that his friends are in great danger. Against Yoda's better judgement Luke races to Cloud City and the stage is set for the greatest battle between the forces of good and evil. Includes 5 pin-ups by Terry Austin, Michael Golden, John Byrne, Marie Severin, and Frank Miller. Cover price $0.50.

Star Wars Darth Vader Black White and Red (2023 Marvel) 1CKC.B CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Comic Kingdom Virgin Exclusive.

Label #24-2158E3A-095

Comic Kingdom Creative Exclusive Virgin Cover by Mico Suayan. Written by Jason Aaron, Peach Momoko & Torunn Gronbekk. Art by Leonard Kirk, Peach Momoko & Klaus Janson. THE DARK LORD OF THE SITH LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN HIM BEFORE! • Following the successful black, white and red series produced by Marvel Comics, DARTH VADER now takes the spotlight for tales of terror by some of the industries most talented creators! • PEACH MOMOKO will spin a story only she can bring to life! • PLUS, the return of JASON AARON to the world of STAR WARS with Part One of his Vader tale spanning all four issues! 40 pages, full color. Rated T

Star Wars Heir to the Empire (1995) 1D CBCS 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #21-44C56E4-050

Direct Edition. Written by Mike Baron. Art by Olivier Vatine and Fred Blanchard. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. The tyranny has ended. But what will take its place? It is now five years after Return of the Jedi. Leia and Han are married and have shouldered heavy burdens in the government of the New Republic. And Luke Skywalker is the first in a hoped-for new line of Jedi Knights. But thousands of light-years away, the last of the Emperor's warlords, Grand Admiral Thrawn, has taken command of the remains of the Imperial fleet. Thrawn has made two vital discoveries that could destroy the Rebel Alliance's New Republic. The tale that emerges is a towering epic of action, invention, mystery, and a spectacle of galactic scale -- in short, a story that is worthy of the name Star Wars. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 89 CBCS 6.0

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #00-0009861-AA-023

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. 1st appearance of Fin Fang Foom in "Fin Fang Foom!", pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers; A young historian from Taiwan crosses to the mainland to awake the dragon Fin Fang Foom and foil a communist invasion; He lures the dragon to the coast to wreck the invasion fleet. "The Future" text story. "The Green Things!", script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; A wealthy retiree keeps a magnificent greenhouse, where he talks to the plants; When a burglar tries to kill him, his plants come to life and stop the intruder, saving their friend's life. "The Touch of Midas!", art by Paul Reinman; A greedy man locates the source of Midass power, planning to stop the undesirable effects with gloves; He gains the power but finds that his gloves turn to gold, dooming him to the same fate as Midas. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 167 CBCS 6.0 Restored

Slight amateur restoration

Paper: White

Amateur Restoration Includes: Small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #18-228F07C-036

Cover art by Jim Steranko. Nick Fury stars in "Armageddon!", script and pencils by Jim Steranko, inks by Joe Sinnott; While Jimmy Woo cradles the body of Suwan in his arms a SHIELD Suicide Squad bursts in via The Dreadnought, a colossal tunneling machine; The Claw vanishes but Fury uses a Pseudo-Elliptoid Wrist Tracer to find him, but arrives just as the villain escapes into the Space-Time Continuum in an Infinity Sphere; Fury finds a Prototype Warp-Vest and follows The Yellow Claw as they have a psychic duel. "This Dream—This Doom!", script by Dennis O'Neil and Dan Adkins (co-plot), art by Dan Adkins; The Ancient One is alive and tells Strange he made Zom believe he was dead so he could pass on his powers to his disciple; With the Cosmic Balance restored he was able to shatter the spell that bound him; In his Himalayan retreat Strange and the Ancient One discover that Victoria Bentley is a prisoner in the Dimension of Dreams; Using a mystic gem and with his mentor to mentally guide him Strange travels to Victoria. Ad for Not Brand Echh and Daredevil. Statement of ownership--average print run 428.603; average paid circulation 241,561. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Supergirl (2025 DC) 1THE616.C CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Carla Cohen Exclusive Variant C.

Label #25-30A6FD2-010

The 616 Comics, Comic Traders, and PCB Hobby Exclusive Foil Edition Virgin Cover by Carla Cohen. Written by Sophie Campbell. Art by Sophie Campbell. THE MAIDEN OF MIGHT RETURNS! IN A NEW SERIES WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SOPHIE CAMPBELL! Kara Zor-El has been a key member of the Super-Family in Metropolis, but what happens when she strikes out on her own? Follow Kara as she returns to her roots in Midvale...home of Supergirl! But how could this be?! Our hero has not been back in years, and the protector of that town has been saving the day for weeks. Can Supergirl stop the impostor before they steal her fresh start and life? Celebrated writer/artist Sophie Campbell (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wet Moon) makes her mark on the DC Universe with this thrilling debut issue! Plus a new costume designed by bestselling cover artist Stanley Artgerm Lau! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Supergirl (2025 DC) 2THE616.B CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Ivan Talavera Exclusive B.

Label #25-30A6FD2-011

The 616 Comics, Comic Traders, and PCB Hobby Exclusive "Black" Virgin Cover by Ivan Talavera. Written by Sophie Campbell. Art by Sophie Campbell. THE SECRET ORIGIN OF LESLA LAR REVEALED! Discover Lesla's transformation from an awkward nerd in Kandor to a bombshell superbabe. Who knew Supergirl's quest for good could inspire such evil?! Back in Midvale, our hero faces a gigantic problem with kryptonite-like powers. Titano the super-ape is here to take over the idyllic town! To defeat him, Supergirl will have to rely on an unexpected new ally from Metropolis...Lena Luthor! The houses of El and Luthor join for good in this action-packed second issue! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Superman (1939 1st Series) 9 CBCS 8.5

Paper: Off white

Label #00-7008344-AA-006

Cover art by Fred Ray. Untitled Superman story, script by Jerry Siegel (signed), pencils by Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster], inks by the Shuster Shop [as Joe Shuster]; Superman battles against some members of the Committee Against Militarism, whose leader is actually employed by a warring totalitarian nation. Supermen of America ad. Sport Spotlight on Surprising Veterans featuring Fred Fitzsimmons, Gene Sarazen, Max Baer, Ted Lyons, and Lefty Grove. Untitled Superman story, script by Jerry Siegel (signed), pencils by Paul Cassidy (?) [as Joe Shuster], inks by the Shuster Shop [as Joe Shuster]; Superman prevents Judge Crane from committing suicide, and, after talking with the judge, discovers that his daughter has been kidnapped. Untitled Superman story, script by Jerry Siegel (signed), pencils by Paul Cassidy (?) [as Joe Shuster], inks by the Shuster Shop [as Joe Shuster]; Editor White sends Clark out to Lamson Laboratories to get to the bottom of an unknown person or persons causing problems at the lab in an attempt to force the W-142 formula out of Lamson. A Bombing Flight text story, script by Frank Cooper, art by Fred Ray. Superman Physical Development Club article. Ad for Batman #4 and the Superman Radio Show. Untitled Superman story, script by Jerry Siegel (signed), pencils by Paul Cassidy [as Joe Shuster], inks by the Shuster Shop [as Joe Shuster]; The death of Morton Carling leads Lois, Sgt. Casey and Superman to uncovering the fact that the Jackson Jewelry Company was a front for a murder syndicate. 68 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Tales of Suspense (1959) 36 CBCS 6.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #24-08FF093-047

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Cover pencils by Jack Kirby. "Meet Mr. Meek! The Most Dangerous Man in the World!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber (script), art by Don Heck; A formula from an old book seems to give a man an uncontrollable power to turn objects into gold, but his friend figures out that it is actually an alien trick. "The Green Hat" text story. "The Final Weapon," art by Paul Reinman; A billionaire pretends to have invented an ultimate bomb to force the nations of the world to disarm. "The Gorilla from Outer Space!", script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; A ventriloquist makes it seem that a gorilla is talking, and finds out that the gorilla really is a sentient alien. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Tales of Suspense (1959) 38 CBCS 5.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #24-08FF093-048

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Cover by Jack Kirby. "The Teen-Ager Who Ruled the World!", art by Jack Davis; An arrogant teen-ager finds a genie's lamp and tries to make the world perfect, but finds that all his wishes have unexpected results. "We Can't All Be Human!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber (script), art by Don Heck; Seemingly friendly aliens arrive on Earth, seeking refuge from pirates, but a philosophy student figures out that the first visitors are the pirates, and disguised themselves to appear pleasant to humans. "Blueprint for Victory" text story. "The Man In The Mirror!", script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; A millionaire buys an enchanted mirror that allows him to wish any person he dislikes to be trapped inside of it; He wishes dozens of people into the mirror until he is contacted by agents of the IRS who wish to audit his books. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984 Mirage) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #20-29D9560-008

The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. Teleported to another galaxy after their encounter with the Utroms, the Turtles meet the Fugitoid and cross swords with the Triceratons. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. First issue in comic-sized format. Black and white; 44 pages. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984 Mirage) 7 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-0E7DE46-002

Corben color story. The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. Returning to Earth, the Turtles learn the role the Utroms played in their origin. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Black and white; 32 pages. Cover price $1.75.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984 Mirage) 9 CBCS 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #21-0E7DE46-005

The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. The Passing. In an early adventure, the PRE-Teenage Turtles help a ghost restore honor to its family. Story, art and wraparound cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Backup story: Rip in Time, script and art by Richard Corben. Black and white; 40 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Thanos (2017 Marvel) 13G CBCS 9.6 Shaw Variant 3rd Printing

Paper: White

Third Printing.

Label #25-2793B47-020

3rd Printing. Thanos Wins: Part 1 - Written by Donny Cates. Art and Cover by Geoff Shaw. Ask the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe how they fear the universe will end, and in their most honest moment, they will answer with two words… THANOS WINS. Now… see what happens when he does.PLUS: Includes 3 bonus MARVEL PRIMER PAGES! 28 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $3.99.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 11D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-270228D-006

First Printing. Direct Edition. While Shockwave continues his evil reign by using human slaves in his plans, Buster struggles to deal with his metal manipulation abilities and then Bumblebee and Bluestreak arrive with the news that Buster is in danger in "Brainstorm." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Herb Trimpe & Tom Palmer. Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 193D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-33143DE-019

Direct Edition. Double Sized Issue - "Warhunt 2!" Guest-starring the New Mutants and Firestar. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. The warrior mutant Thunderbird comes seeking revenge on the X-Men for the death of his brother, the original Thunderbird (see Uncanny X-Men #95 for Thunderbird's death). His fellow Hellions (the Hellfire Club's version of the New Mutants) Roulette, Empath, and a duped Firestar are coming along for the ride. But when Thunderbird finally comes face-to-face with the man he blames for his brother's death, Charles Xavier, is he ready f to hear the truth? Plus, what is the mysterious Nimrod up to. NOTE: 1st appearance of Firestar. This issue celebrates the first 100 issues of the New X-Men. 52 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 269 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #20-077980C-035

"Rogue Redux!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Jim Lee and Art Thibert. Cover by Jim Lee. Rogue battles the original Ms. Marvel for the right to be. And no matter which one of them wins...Magneto wins! Meanwhile on the far side of the universe, celestial scale teleporter Lila Cheney comes face-to-face with ultimate evil. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

US Agent (1993 1st Series) 1 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-13BC5B3-022

Direct Edition. Scourge, the super-villain mass-murderer, has returned with a vengeance and there is only one thing standing in his way, Johnny Walker, the U.S. Agent. Story by Mark Gruenwald. Art by M.C. Wyman and Keith Williams. Follow John Walker, the one time successor to Captain America, on his first solo-adventure. Origin revealed in flashback. 32 pages. Cover price $1.75.

Vampirella (2025 Dynamite) 3UNDERDOG CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Underdog Comics Exclusive.

Label #25-30A6FD2-015

Underdog Comics Exclusive Variant Cover by Nuno Pereira. Written by Christopher Priest. Art by Ergun Gunduz. THE SACRED SIX RETURN! With her postpartum depression raging and her infant son inconsolable, an overwhelmed Vampirella goes AWOL and lands in Las Vegas - where her presence panics the local vampires into preemptively attacking her. Meanwhile, in the darkly possible future, the increasingly erratic Daughter of Drakulon leads the other members of the Sacred Six - Pantha, Nyx, Chastity, Victory, and Vampirette - on a mission which may finally push Vampirella permanently over the edge! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Vampiverse (2021 Dynamite) 4N CBCS 9.6 Sanapo Virgin 1:7 Variant

Paper: White

Sanapo FOC Incentive.

Label #22-05FF8A9-031

Limited 1 for 7 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Tom Sniegoski and Jeannine Acheson. Art by Daniel Maine. Cover by Maria Sanapo. New Vampirellas abound as our thrilling saga wends through time, space, and everything in between!. Vampirella, Book, Baby Prague, Lilith, and The Vamp are fighting for their lives in a most inhospitable place from long, long ago. And with a new reality comes a new Vampirella! Introducing… Vamp-Por, the Vampirella from the dawn of time with dark secrets of her own, and Futurella, the Sci-Fi Vampirella hellbent on helping save the Fabric of reality created by the Artist. But has Bloodwing finally gained the upper hand in her quest to reshape all existence in her twisted image? 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

What If (1977 1st Series) 2 CBCS 8.0

Paper: Off white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #25-346C49F-083

Cover pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Joe Sinnott. What if the Hulk had Always had Bruce Banner's Brain?, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Herb Trimpe, inks by Tom Sutton; ulk retains his intelligence and teams up with Mr. Fantastic and Professor X against Galactus; cameos by the Avengers, Galactus, and the Avengers. Letter to the editor from comics writer Mark Gruenwald. 52 pgs. Cover price $0.50.

What If (1977 1st Series) 9 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition. Milton Chiffman File Copy.

Label #19-44580A0-138

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott. What If... the Avengers Had Been Formed During the 1950's?, script by Don Glut and Roy Thomas (concept), pencils by Alan Kupperberg (breakdowns) and Bill Black (finishes), inks by Bill Black; Heroes of the 1950s form their own Avengers team. Comics ad for the Grit newspaper. Hostess Twinkies ad with Thor, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott. 52 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

What If (1977 1st Series) 18D CBCS 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition.

Label #25-346C49F-081

Direct Edition. Story by Peter Gillis. Art by Tom Sutton and Bruce Patterson. Cover by Gene Colan and Pablo Marcus. "What If Dr. Strange Had Been a Disciple of Dormammu?" Uatu the Watcher reminds the reader that events can always take a different path: that a distinction as apparently obvious as good and evil may be very slight indeed; Doctor Strange, as established in the main universe, was an arrogant surgeon who cared more for his patients' money than their health; When his ability to operate was robbed from him due to injuries in a car accident, he sought out the Ancient One, who refused to hand him the easy cure he was hoping for; Instead, he let Strange stay at the retreat and witness Baron Mordo's treachery, thus realizing that greater forces were in the world than his own selfish ambitions, and setting his foot on the path that would lead him to becoming Master of the Mystic Arts. "Spider-Man Meets June Jitsui!" ad for Hostess snack cakes. 52 pgs. Cover price $0.75.

What The --?! (1988) 20 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #20-261F254-020

Parodies: "The Irresponsible Forbush Man." Script and art by Aaron Lopresti. Milk and Cookies in "Lo, There Shall Come a Forbush!" Script by Sholly Fisch, art by Rurik Tyler. Peter Porker, the Spectacular Spider-Ham (Spider-Man) in "Pork For Dinner, Milk and Cookies for Dessert!" Script by Barry Dutter, pencils by John Costanza, inks by George Wildman. Wolverina (a female version of Wolverine) in "Leadress of the Pack!" Script by Scott Lobdell, pencils by Dennis Jensen, inks by Kaalberg. Fake ad by Dutter/Mike DeCarlo. Rurik Tyler cover. Cover price $1.25.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 75D CBCS 9.4 Verified Sig Hama

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Larry Hama. (#2843/5000). Direct Edition.

Label #23-114188F-022

Direct Edition. Fatal Attractions: Part 5 of 6 - Hologram card on cover - "Nightmares Persist!" Guest-starring the X-Men. Written by Larry Hama. Art by Adam Kubert, Mark Farmer, Dan Green, and Mark Pennington. Story continued from X-Men (1991-2008 1st Series) #25 - The storyline that changed the feral X-Man's life continues! Magneto, the Master of Magnetism, just sucked out all the Adamantium in Wolverine's body, leaving him a bloody, pulpy mess. First appearance of Wolverine's bone claws. Can even Wolverine's vaunted healing factor save him this time? Can Jean Grey's mutants powers keep his body in one piece long enough for it to try? Story concludes in Excalibur #(1988 1st Series) #71. 32 pages, FC NOTE: Adam Kubert jumps on board with issue joining Larry Hama on a run that will some of the finest Wolverine stories to date. In a time of Clone Sagas, Heroes Reborn, and watered down tough guys with guns comics, the Kubert/Hama run on Wolverine (along with the Age of Apocalypse storyline) kept me reading comics long enough for them to get good again. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $3.95.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 104 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-05CB17A-008

Cover pencils by Val Semeiks, inks by Chad Hunt. The Emperor of the Realm of Grief, script by Larry Hama, pencils by Val Semeiks, inks by Chad Hunt; Elektra and Wolverine go to Gateway to try and get more information on Onslaught; Gateway shows them the moment when Xavier shut off Magneto's brain (after he ripped all of the adamantium out of Wolvie) and the seed was planted for Onslaught to be born; cameos by Daredevil and Magneto. Onslaught Cross-Over. 44 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.