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Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 39 CBCS 1.5 Witnessed Sig Romita

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Witnessed Sig: John Romita on 5/27/2019. Cover reattached with 2 staples added. Piece missing from 15th page, does not affect story. INCOMPLETE.

Label #19-225A4EB-005

Cover art by John Romita. How Green Was My Goblin!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita (who begins as regular penciler), inks by Mike Esposito [as Mickey Demeo] and John Romita (touch-ups); Peter heads to the doctor with the sniffles and learns that Aunt May's health is very fragile; Spidey is roped into tangling with a bunch of goons who zap him with a mysterious gas; Not realizing that the gas has weakened his spider sense, he changes into Peter Parker under the watchful gaze of the Green Goblin; The Goblin confronts Spidey outside of his home and captures him as Peter is worried that Aunt May might be overcome by the commotion; Trussed up in the Goblin's lair, Peter is shocked when the Goblin takes off his mask and reveals himself to be Norman Osborn. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 178. According to Les Daniels in "Marvel: Five Fabulous Decades of the World's Greatest Comics" (Abrams, 1991), artist Steve Ditko resigned because of a disagreement over the Goblin's identity. Ditko wanted it to be someone anonymous--a new, unknown guy; Lee wanted it to be a familiar character that would startle readers. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 50 CBCS 3.0 Verified Sig Romita

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Verified Signature: John Romita

Label #23-01257DD-004

Cover pencils by John Romita. First appearance of the Kingpin in Spider-Man No More!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita, inks by Mike Esposito [as Mickey Dimeo]; Fearing for his aunt's health and tired of being hounded by Jameson, Peter gives up being Spider-Man and concentrates on being a simple college student; A kid finds the discarded Spidey suit in the trash can and brings it to the Daily Bugle where Jonah proudly puts it on display; Pete's personal life starts looking up but crime increases as the Kingpin gathers the mob under his leadership; Feeling guilty about the crime wave, Peter remembers the lessons taught to him by his uncle's death and decides to become Spider-Man once again. Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon cameos. Reprinted in Marvel Tales #190. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 135 CBCS 8.0

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Second (full) appearance of the Punisher in "Shoot-Out in Central Park!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by John Romita. Out of the blue, the Punisher appears on the deck of the day-liner...with the Amazing Spider-Man dead in his sights! Oh no! Does Frank Castle know the Tarantula is the actual bad guy onboard? After a brief scuffle, the web-slinger and the Punisher agree to work together; but the Tarantula has already jumped ship. Several hours later in Central Park, the wall-crawling hero and the gun-toting anti-hero join forces...to tame the Tarantula! In the meantime, Harry Osborn discovers a spider-suit in Peter Parker's dresser. And big trouble is ahead next issue! Origin of the Tarantula. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Liz Allan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Punisher returns in Giant-Size Spider-Man #4. The letters page includes a letter from comics editor Steve Saffel. The letters page also includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #4 Thing (of the FF) by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 112 and again in issue 211.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 252N CBCS 9.4 Verified Sig Frenz/Janson/DeFalco +6 More Newsstand Variant

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Verified Signatures: Brett Breeding, Danny Fingeroth, Jim Shooter, Klaus Janson, Michael Zeck, Rick Leonardi, Roger Stern, Ron Frenz & Tom DeFalco. Newsstand Edition. COA Included.

Label #20-380ACA2-001

Newsstand Edition. First appearance of Spider-Man's new black (alien symbiote) costume in "Homecoming!" Plot by Roger Stern. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Ron Frenz (breakdowns) and Brett Breeding (finishes). Cover by Ron Frenz and Klaus Janson. One of the landmark issues of the Amazing Spider-Man! With a brilliant flash of light in Central Park, the wondrous wall-crawler is back! And he looks a whole lot different! Wow, a new costume! What happened during the Secret Wars on the Beyonder's world? The ominous truth will be revealed to both the readers and the web-slinger in the days and weeks ahead! Cameo appearances by the Black Cat, Dr. Curt Connors, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson , Aunt May, Captain America, Captain Marvel, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor, and the Wasp. (Notes: Marvel Age 12 contained sketches of the new costume two months prior to the publication of this issue. Spidey's new costume was also unveiled in Marvel Team-Up 141 and Spectacular Spider-Man 90. The first issue of the (1984) Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Limited Series was published the same month as Amazing Spider-Man 252. The web-slinger discovers his new costume in issue 8 of the limited series. The Frenz-Janson cover is a tribute to the iconic cover of Amazing Fantasy 15. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 266. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 470,527; average paid circulation: 241,762. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 252N CBCS 9.2 Witnessed Sig Stern/Fingeroth/DeFalco/Dav Newsstand Variant

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Verified Signatures: Roger Stern, Danny Fingeroth, Tom DeFalco, (all on 1st page) & Peter David. From the Personal Collection of Duke Caldwell. Newsstand Edition.

Label #24-30D8AF5-005

Newsstand Edition. First appearance of Spider-Man's new black (alien symbiote) costume in "Homecoming!" Plot by Roger Stern. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Ron Frenz (breakdowns) and Brett Breeding (finishes). Cover by Ron Frenz and Klaus Janson. One of the landmark issues of the Amazing Spider-Man! With a brilliant flash of light in Central Park, the wondrous wall-crawler is back! And he looks a whole lot different! Wow, a new costume! What happened during the Secret Wars on the Beyonder's world? The ominous truth will be revealed to both the readers and the web-slinger in the days and weeks ahead! Cameo appearances by the Black Cat, Dr. Curt Connors, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson , Aunt May, Captain America, Captain Marvel, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor, and the Wasp. (Notes: Marvel Age 12 contained sketches of the new costume two months prior to the publication of this issue. Spidey's new costume was also unveiled in Marvel Team-Up 141 and Spectacular Spider-Man 90. The first issue of the (1984) Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Limited Series was published the same month as Amazing Spider-Man 252. The web-slinger discovers his new costume in issue 8 of the limited series. The Frenz-Janson cover is a tribute to the iconic cover of Amazing Fantasy 15. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 266. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 470,527; average paid circulation: 241,762. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 299 CBCS 9.2

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Direct Edition.

Label #18-0E70E11-003

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Direct Edition. "Survival of the Hittist!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Todd McFarlane. Inks by Bob McLeod. Cover by Todd McFarlane. After their waterfront arms theft goes awry, the Life Foundation turns the tables on Chance! The mysterious survivalist group abducts the mercenary and takes him to their secret headquarters in northern New Jersey! But thanks to a well-placed spider tracer, the web-slinger infiltrates the foundation's secluded colony the next day...and rescues Chance! So now the adversaries of 24 hours ago suddenly become allies to avoid death...courtesy of the Life Foundation! First appearance (and cameo on the last page) by Venom. Cameo appearances by Eddie Murphy, Paul Schaffer, and Joe Robertson. Last 75¢ issue. 36 pages, full color. (Note: Chance returns in Amazing Spider-Man 336.) Cover price $0.75.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 316N CBCS 9.4

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Newsstand Edition.

Label #18-4433F98-002

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Newsstand Edition. "Dead Meat" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Venom is back in New York City! And the deranged Eddie Brock is looking to kill Peter Parker or Spider-Man with extreme prejudice! However first the psychotic symbiote has to find where the Parkers are living! At the web-slinger's former Bedford Towers residence, Venom runs into and then runs roughshod over the Black Cat! But Felicia doesn't know where the wall-crawler is either! Later on Peter learns that his worst nightmare has returned and his family is in grave danger. Spider-Man can't wait for Venom to make the first move. The web-slinger must attack! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Glory Grant, and Eduardo Lobo. (Note: This two-part story was reprinted in 1990 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man vs. Venom.) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 321N CBCS 9.4

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Newsstand Edition.

Label #19-0407E93-022

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Newsstand Edition. "Underwar!" The Assassin Nation Plot Part 2 of 6. Guest-starring Paladin and Silver Sable. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Silver Sable joins the hunt for the Life Foundation's latest end-of-the-world endeavor! And the doomsday trail leads Sable, Spidey, and Paladin to a clandestine complex in Northern New Jersey! Once inside the trio runs into Carlton Drake and his grotesque mercenary monsters! Is this what the amazing one signed up for? It's too late to turn back now! The Life Foundation must be liquidated! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, Liz Osborn, Normie Osborn, Flash Thompson, and Aunt May. 36 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 322 CBCS 7.5

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Label #19-0407E93-023

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Direct Edition. "Ceremony" The Assassin Nation Plot Part 3 of 6. Guest-starring Silver Sable. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Silver Sable and the web-slinger arrive in Eastern Europe...and something is definitely rotten in the state of Symkaria! Sable fears that someone is planning to assassinate King Stefan! The next day during the royal jubilee, her worst fears come true! As the international terrorist group known as Ultimatum strikes! And all of sudden, the wall-crawler's working vacation takes a serious turn...deadly serious! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, and Sabretooth. (Note: The letters page includes letters from Marvel publisher Stan Lee and Topps comics publisher Charles Novinskie.) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 323 CBCS 9.4

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Label #19-0407E93-024

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Direct Edition. "Assault Rivals!" The Assassin Nation Plot Part 4 of 6. Guest-starring Captain America, Silver Sable, and Solo. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. The Symkarian government is in a state of crisis after its prime minister was murdered last issue! And Silver Sable thinks the cold-blooded killer is linked somehow to the United States! To quell the growing anti-American sentiment, the star-spangled avenger parachutes into the royal palace! Awesome! The wall-crawler's overseas caper just went big time with the addition of Captain America! After a meeting of the minds; Cap, Sable, and Spider-Man rush to the Symkaria-Latveria border to attack Ultimatum's mountain hideaway! With help from the mercenary called Solo, the three heroes upset Ultimatum! But are they any closer to finding the prime minister's killer? Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Aunt May. (Note: Solo previously appeared in Web of Spider-Man 19.) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 324 CBCS 9.2

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Label #19-0407E93-025

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"Twos Day" The Assassin Nation Plot Part 5 of 6. Guest-starring Captain America, Silver Sable, and Solo. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Al Gordon. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Action rages on two fronts! As Solo and the wall-crawler battle Ultimatum in New York City, while Silver Sable and the Living Legend wrestle with Sabretooth in Mexico! Both pairs are looking for answers about the mastermind behind the Assassin Nation Plot! But they both better focus on staying alive first! If Cap and Sable can declaw Sabretooth south of the border, the dashing duo will join the web-slinger in Washington D.C. for the grand finale next issue! Cameo appearance by Mary Jane Watson. (Note: Silver Sable and the star-spangled avenger team up again in Captain America 419.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 CBCS 9.0 Direct Variant

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Label #19-0407E93-028

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Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 365 CBCS 9.4 Verified Sig Romita Sr.

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Verified Signature: John Romita. Direct Edition.

Label #24-1629D89-002

Direct Edition. 80-page giant 30th Anniversary issue, with the first appearance of Spider-Man 2099! The Lizard returns in "Fathers and Sins." Script by David Michelinie, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Randy Emberlin. J. Jonah Jameson is featured in "How I Created Spider-Man!" Script by David Michelinie, art by Aaron Lopresti. Gwen Stacy takes center stage in "I Remember Gwen." Script by Stan Lee, plot by Tom DeFalco, art by John Romita Sr. (Cameos by the Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus.) The Prowler is also here in "A Friend in Need." Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Tod Smith, inks by Andrew Pepoy. There are also two text pieces, "The Saga of Spidey's Parents" by Stan Lee, and "Spider-Man: The First Thirty Years" by Peter Sanderson. Spider-Man 2099 gets a sneak preview, with a script by Peter David, pencils by Rick Leonardi, and inks by Al Williamson. This issue was originally released with a fold-out poster of Spidey versus Venom and Carnage (poster may be missing in lower grades). 84 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 238 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Facsimile Edition.

Label #22-1417520-011

Written by Roger Stern. Art by John Romita Sr. Cover by John Romita Sr; John Romita Jr. From the shadow of evil past comes a terrifying new foe! When a bank robber flees from Spider-Man and disappears into the sewers, he finds the long-hidden secret hideout of the wall-crawler's one-time arch-enemy: the Green Goblin! Norman Osborn's secrets could be worth more than the contents of any bank vault - and soon, a shadowy figure takes possession of the costume, the weapons and, of course, the jet-glider! But this mystery menace can't resist putting his own horrific spin on the pernicious persona. The Green Goblin is no more - in his place now stands the Hobgoblin! And so begins one of the most acclaimed Spidey epics of all, courtesy of writer Roger Stern and legendary father-and-son artistic team of John Romita Sr. and John Romita Jr.! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 238 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Facsimile Edition.

Label #22-1417520-013

Written by Roger Stern. Art by John Romita Sr. Cover by John Romita Sr; John Romita Jr. From the shadow of evil past comes a terrifying new foe! When a bank robber flees from Spider-Man and disappears into the sewers, he finds the long-hidden secret hideout of the wall-crawler's one-time arch-enemy: the Green Goblin! Norman Osborn's secrets could be worth more than the contents of any bank vault - and soon, a shadowy figure takes possession of the costume, the weapons and, of course, the jet-glider! But this mystery menace can't resist putting his own horrific spin on the pernicious persona. The Green Goblin is no more - in his place now stands the Hobgoblin! And so begins one of the most acclaimed Spidey epics of all, courtesy of writer Roger Stern and legendary father-and-son artistic team of John Romita Sr. and John Romita Jr.! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 238 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Facsimile Edition.

Label #22-1417520-012

Written by Roger Stern. Art by John Romita Sr. Cover by John Romita Sr; John Romita Jr. From the shadow of evil past comes a terrifying new foe! When a bank robber flees from Spider-Man and disappears into the sewers, he finds the long-hidden secret hideout of the wall-crawler's one-time arch-enemy: the Green Goblin! Norman Osborn's secrets could be worth more than the contents of any bank vault - and soon, a shadowy figure takes possession of the costume, the weapons and, of course, the jet-glider! But this mystery menace can't resist putting his own horrific spin on the pernicious persona. The Green Goblin is no more - in his place now stands the Hobgoblin! And so begins one of the most acclaimed Spidey epics of all, courtesy of writer Roger Stern and legendary father-and-son artistic team of John Romita Sr. and John Romita Jr.! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 654.1 CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Siqueira

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Witnessed Sig: Paulo Siqueira on 5/19/2019

Label #19-20C19F2-002

Point One Tie-In - Written by DAN SLOTT. Art by HUMBERTO RAMOS & CARLOS CUEVAS. Cover by PAULO SIQUEIRA. Special POINT ONE issue! START READING with this Point One issue to learn the new meaning for great power and great responsibility! Witness the birth of a new Spider-Man in the start of a brand-new story arc! Bonded to the dangerous and powerful Venom symbiote, this new webslinger is showing Peter Parker up in the hero department! Plus, who will Spider-Man turn to in his darkest hour? Believe us, it's not who you think! 44 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2017 5th Series) 798A CBCS 9.8 Ross

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Label #19-1B1C3FB-002

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NOTE: 1st appearance of Norman Osborn as the Red Goblin

Go Down Swinging: Part 2 of 4 - Written by Dan Slott. Art by Stuart Immonen. Cover by Alex Ross. Dan Slott's final SPIDER-MAN story continues! The GREEN GOBLIN HAS RETURNED - and he's exacting his ultimate revenge not only on SPIDER-MAN, but on everyone the wall-crawler loves! Norman Osborn's offering NO QUARTER, an ultimatum that threatens to finish PETER PARKER once and for all! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2018 6th Series) 24CE.A CBCS 9.4

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Comics Elite Exclusive Variant.

Label #19-3411C21-002

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Comics Elite exclusive variant Cover by Ryan Brown. Written by Nick Spencer. Art by Ryan Ottley. All leading up to Nick Spencer's Landmark 25th issue! One issue away from #25 and the chickens are coming home to roost. Who is the mysterious bandaged figure who seems to be in every shadow and what does he want with Spider-Man? This issue won't answer ALL your questions, but it will answer some that will drop your jaw. 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2018 6th Series) 24CE.B CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Comics Elite Virgin Exclusive. Includes COA.

Label #19-3411C21-001

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Comics Elite Exclusive Virgin Cover by Ryan Brown - limited to 500 copies. Written by Nick Spencer. Art by Ryan Ottley. All leading up to Nick Spencer's Landmark 25th issue! One issue away from #25 and the chickens are coming home to roost. Who is the mysterious bandaged figure who seems to be in every shadow and what does he want with Spider-Man? This issue won't answer ALL your questions, but it will answer some that will drop your jaw. 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2018 6th Series) 25CE.B CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Significant side/edge cracks 1" or more

Comics Elite Virgin Exclusive. Includes COA. Damage to bottom left edge clamp.

Label #19-3411C21-004

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Comics Elite exclusive virgin cover by Ryan Brown - Limited to 500 copies. Written by Nick Spencer, Zeb Wells and Keaton Patti. Art by Ryan Ottley, Kev Walker, Humberto Ramos, Patrick Gleason, Todd Nauck, Dan Hipp, Victor Olazaba, Dexter Vines and Cliff Rathburn. Year two of Nick Spencer, Ryan Ottley and Humberto Ramos' run on ASM begins here! In the giant-sized main story, Spider-Man and Mary Jane find themselves in an INCREDIBLY tough situation, thanks to Electro. Can Spidey save MJ? CAN MJ SAVE SPIDEY? What is Mysterio cooking, and what does it have to do with the bandaged villain who has been on the periphery since #1?! All this, plus a story by Dan Hipp (TEEN TITANS GO! Art Director), internet sensation Keaton Patti and MORE! 76 pages, full color. Rated T

Amazing Spider-Man (2018 6th Series) 93A CBCS 9.8 Adams

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Label #22-1417520-022

Written by Zeb Wells. Art by Patrick Gleason. Cover by Arthur Adams. THE BIG FINALE OF "BEYOND"!!! SPIDER-MAN VS. SPIDER-MAN! You may surprise yourself with who you're rooting for. Don't miss the conclusion to one of the most surprising Spider-Stories of the past decade. 52 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $5.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2018 6th Series) 93A CBCS 9.8 Adams

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Label #22-1417520-020

Written by Zeb Wells. Art by Patrick Gleason. Cover by Arthur Adams. THE BIG FINALE OF "BEYOND"!!! SPIDER-MAN VS. SPIDER-MAN! You may surprise yourself with who you're rooting for. Don't miss the conclusion to one of the most surprising Spider-Stories of the past decade. 52 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $5.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (2022 7th Series) 1BLACKFLAG.C CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Crain Crain Black Flag MegaCon Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Clayton Crain on 5/20/2022. MegaCon Black Flag Exclusive.

MegaCon 2022 and Black Flag Exclusive cover by Clayton Crain. Written by Zeb Wells. Art by John Romita Jr. and Scott Hanna. WHAT DID SPIDER-MAN DO?! Peter's on the outs with the FF. He's on the outs with the Avengers. He's on the outs with Aunt May! No one wants to see Spider-Man - except for Doctor Octopus. Ock's on Spider-Man's tail and the Master Planner has something truly terrible planned for when he gets his tentacles on Spidey. All that, and what does Tombstone have planned? Just in time for Spider-Man's 60th Anniversary, a new volume of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN begins, and 2022 is going to be the biggest year for Spider-Man EVER! Don't believe us? We brought John Romita Jr. back JUST FOR THIS! 56 pages, full color. Rated T

Amazing Spider-Man (2022 7th Series) 1BLACKFLAG.C CBCS 9.4 Witnessed Sig Crain Crain Black Flag MegaCon Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Clayton Crain on 5/20/2022. MegaCon Black Flag Exclusive.

MegaCon 2022 and Black Flag Exclusive cover by Clayton Crain. Written by Zeb Wells. Art by John Romita Jr. and Scott Hanna. WHAT DID SPIDER-MAN DO?! Peter's on the outs with the FF. He's on the outs with the Avengers. He's on the outs with Aunt May! No one wants to see Spider-Man - except for Doctor Octopus. Ock's on Spider-Man's tail and the Master Planner has something truly terrible planned for when he gets his tentacles on Spidey. All that, and what does Tombstone have planned? Just in time for Spider-Man's 60th Anniversary, a new volume of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN begins, and 2022 is going to be the biggest year for Spider-Man EVER! Don't believe us? We brought John Romita Jr. back JUST FOR THIS! 56 pages, full color. Rated T

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 25 CBCS 7.5

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Label #16-DCF88C6-013

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. "Enter... Dr. Doom!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Dick Ayers; Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver recieve a letter from their Aunt in Latveria and decide to visit her; When they arrive they are jailed and discover it is a trap set up by Doctor Doom, who decides defeating the Avengers will instill fear in to the Fantastic Four,making them easy to defeat; The Fantastic Four attempt to assist the Avengers, but are not allowed, as interference could spark an international incident; Nevertheless, the Avengers escape and fight Doom to a standstill, where he causes a diversion and escapes. Avengers roll call: Captain America, Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and the Scarlet Witch. Guest appearance by the Fantastic Four. Letter to the editor from writer Steve Utley. Reprinted in Marvel Triple Action #19. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 10D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D7D4A0-001

Direct Edition. First appearance of Rogue and Madelyne Pryor in "By My Friends Betrayed!" Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers, and New Brotherhood of Mutants guest star. Script by Chris Claremont. Pencils by Michael Golden. Inks by Armando Gil. Cover by Al Milgrom. This action-packed annual has got it all, true believers: the first appearance of Rogue, the spectacular art of Michael Golden, the tragic return of Carol Danvers, and the stupendous struggle between the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and the mighty Avengers! Following the events of Uncanny X-Men #142, Mystique & her New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants attempt to break four of their members out of Ryker's Island prison! After Rogue and Mystique take down Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor, the rest of the Avengers and Spider-Woman catch up to the villains, and the epic clash erupts! Woven in and around the frantic action at Ryker's Island is the heartbreaking story of Carol Danvers' return to Earth. Her life has fallen apart since leaving for Limbo with Marcus Immortus in Avengers #200, and now, stripped of her powers and memories, Carol begins the long road to recovery. And the first step is an emotional confrontation with her former teammates! Notes: Marvel Super-Heroes #11 (Fall 1992) fills in the details of Carol Danvers' life between Avengers #200 and Avengers Annual #10. The Thing stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "A Lesson to Be Learned!" This issue was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers (2017 7th Series) 684C CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Zub Bennett Variant 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Jim Zub on 8/23/2019 Second Printing

Label #19-33109B3-003

2nd Printing. No Surrender: Part 10 of 16 - Written by Jim Zub, Mark Waid and Al Ewing. Art and Cover by Joe Bennett and Paco Medina. - THE AVENGERS WEEKLY EPIC CONTINUES IN THIS OVERSIZED ISSUE! Back from the dead! He cannot be reasoned with. He will not be stopped. Bruce Banner isn't home right now. There is only THE IMMORTAL HULK. 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Beta Ray Bill (2021 Marvel) 1G CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Chase Conley Variant Conley Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Daniel Warren Johnson on 8/5/22

Label #22-2DFBBDE-003

Argent Star: Part 1 of 5 - Written and Art by Daniel Warren Johnson. Cover by Chase Conley. FROM THE PAGES OF DONNY CATES' THOR AND SPINNING OUT OF THE EVENTS OF KING IN BLACK! The second-most famous wielder of Mjolnir. The right-hand man to the god of Thunder. And now, a warrior without his best weapon. Beta Ray Bill is tired of playing second fiddle to Thor - and with Bill's famous hammer, Stormbreaker, recently destroyed at the new All-Father's hands, tensions are higher than ever. The Korbinite must strike out in search of a new weapon…and a new destiny. Assuming he can first defeat a Knullified Fin Fang Foom! Writer/artist Daniel Warren Johnson (Extremity, Murder Falcon) and colorist Mike Spicer take Beta Ray Bill on a journey beyond the shadow of a god! Plus: This oversize first issue contains an exclusive conversation between Johnson and Beta Ray Bill's creator, the legendary Walter Simonson! 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Black Cat (2019 3rd Series Marvel) 1UNKNOWN.D CBCS 9.9

Paper: White

Unknown Comics Exclusive Variant.

Unknown Comics Exclusive Variant Cover by Gerald Parel. Written by Jed MacKay. Art by Travel Foreman, Michael Dowling, and Nao Fuji. SPINNING OUT OF THE PAGES OF AMAZING SPIDER-MAN! ALL-NEW ONGOING SERIES! The Black Cat is back and starring in her first ever ongoing series! Felicia Hardy has a taste for the finer things in life and a certain set of skills that can get her into any mansion, vault or museum to…procure said finer things. But due to her actions in AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, Felicia's not only on the run from the police but also by the New York Theives Guild and their boss ODESSA DRAKE! High-octane heists, climactic chases and twist after twist that will keep you on the edge of your seat like a cat on a perch. IN THIS ISSUE: Find out a secret from Cat's past in a bonus story that sets a foundation for the future! All this and an all-new MARVEL MEOW short story by Nao Fuji! 36 pages, full color. Rated T

Cable (1993 1st Series) 1 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #24-3E287DB-025

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Gold foil cover. Cover art by Art Thibert. Rocks and Waves, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Art Thibert, inks by Art Thibert, Trevor Scott, Dan Panosian, Danny Miki, and Al Milgrom; Kane is stranded in Cable's future and learns all he can about the mysterious Askani leader; Cable returns and informs the Clan Chosen that they must destroy a time displacement machine located in Niagra Falls; Kane has hopes that the machine can send him home before it is destroyed. 52 pgs. $3.50. Cover price $3.50.

Cable and Deadpool (2004) 46B CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Young YOUNG Zombie Variant

Paper: White

Signed by Skottie Young on 9/92016 at Cincy Comicon Zombie Variant

Label #16-3543E25-005

Written by FABIAN NICIEZA Penciled by REILLY BROWN Cover by SKOTTIE YOUNG Since Deadpool is twice as much trouble as anyone in the Marvel Universe, the only logical people who could possibly rescue him and Bob, Agent of Hydra, from their temporal tantrum are... the FANTASTIC EIGHT? Twice the guest stars! Twice the fun! But not twice the price! How can you say no? Cover price $2.99.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 118 CBCS 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Plastic debris between case and inner well

Label #0009690-AA-024

Cover pencils by Gene Colan and John Romita (alterations), inks by Joe Sinnott and John Romita (alterations). "The Falcon Fights On!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Joe Sinnott; Captain America and the Falcon battle the Exiles, who are unaware that their former leader has used the Cosmic Cube to switch bodies with Cap; Rick Jones gives up the identity of Bucky; The Red Skull prepares for a battle with Cap. Letter to the editor from comics writer Steve Gerber. 36 pgs., full color. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Captain America (1996 2nd Series) 9 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #17-0295201-015

Serpents & Eagles Part 2 of 4. "Horror for Hollywood" Script by James Robinson. Pencils by Joe Bennett. Inks by Sandra Hope and Homage Studios. Cover by Tom Raney. After defeating the Sons of the Serpent in Texas, Steve Rogers rides his motorcycle to Southern California in search of more serpents! And upon conferring with local authorities, he finds another serpent base! And then Cap discovers the Sons of the Serpent's next big target! The famous Hollywood sign in the Santa Monica Mountains! Can the Living Legend prevent the hate group from blowing up the iconic sign? Watch out for the snakes in the grass! Cameo appearance by the Serpent King. 44 pages. Cover price $1.95.

Captain America Sam Wilson (2015) 1D CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Spencer Acuña 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Nick Spencer on 8/5/2022 Daniel Acuna Retailer Incentive

Label #22-2DFBBDE-004

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Nick Spencer. Art and Cover by Daniel Acuña. When Steve Rogers was restored to his natural age, he chose one of his closest and most trusted allies to take up his shield. Now Sam Wilson, formerly the Avenger known as Falcon, carries on the fight for liberty and justice as the all-new, all-different Captain America! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Chamber of Darkness (1969 Marvel) 4 CBCS 7.5

Paper: White

Label #24-2306547-009

Cover pencils by Marie Severin (signed) [as 7EV], inks by Bill Everett (signed) [as 7EV]. The Monster, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten; A wealthy, ugly, and lonely man is believed to be a monster by the ignorant people of his village. The Man Who Owned the World, script by Denny O'Neil and Tom Sutton (plot), art by Tom Sutton; A greedy billionaire crashes the world economy to finance a scientist to send him into the future, where a horrible surprise awaits him. The Sword and the Sorcerers!, script by Roy Thomas, art by Barry Windsor-Smith [as Barry Smith]; Novelist Len Carson plans to write one final story in his popular sword and sorcery series to kill off the protagonist, Starr the Slayer, but his creation comes to life and kills him in self-defense; This is a Conan-esque story Windsor-Smith did to prepare for his work on Conan the Barbarian. Cover price $0.15.

Civil War (2006 Marvel) 1A CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Vines McNiven

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Dexter Vines on 5/18/2018

Label #18-1DE6865-004

Written by Mark Millar. Pencils & Wraparound Cover by Steve McNiven. A conflict has been brewing in the Marvel Universe for over a year, threatening to pit friend against friend, brother against brother--and all it will take is a single misstep to cost thousands their lives and ignite the fuse! As the war claims its first victims, no one is safe as teams, friendships, and families begin to fall apart. Civil War, a Marvel Comics event in seven parts, stars Spider-Man, the New Avengers, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and the entirety of the Marvel pantheon! Cover price $3.99.

Cosmic Ghost Rider (2018 Marvel) 2A CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Cates Shaw

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Donny Cates on 2/29/2020.

Label #20-0E0F837-011

Written by Donny Cates. Art by Dylan Burnett. Cover by Geoff Shaw. The Rider is out to change the universe for the better, starting with an idea so simple he cannot believe no one has ever done it before! But as with all things worth doing, it's not going to be easy. For one thing: SPACE SHARKS. For another? Let's just say it's never good to run into Galactus during a bar fight. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Cosmic Ghost Rider Destroys Marvel History (2019 Marvel) 1A CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Zaffino Zaffino

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Gerardo Zaffino on 8/23/2019

Label #19-32AB12A-002

Written by Paul Scheer and Nick Giovannetti. Art by Gerardo Sandoval. Cover by Gerardo Zaffino. The Cosmic Ghost Rider is stuck in the past, so he might as well have some fun with the origins of the Marvel Universe, right?! After going back in time and trying to kill Thanos as a baby, Frank Castle has sworn off trying to alter history. But when he arrives in Earth's past at the birth of the Fantastic Four, how can he resist jumping in on the fun?! 28 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $3.99.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 38 CBCS 7.0

Paper: White

Label #25-3B48FE6-002

Cover pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Frank Giacoia. The Living Prison!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Frank Giacoia; After a few battles and not a few episodes of identity confusion, Daredevil and Doctor Doom are reverted back to their original bodies, but the Fantastic Four doesn't know that; story continued in Fantastic Four #73. Letter to the editor from writer Peter Sanderson. 32 pgs. Cover price $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Darkhawk (1991 Marvel) 1D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Direct Edition. Cover art by Mike Manley. Dawn of the Darkhawk, script by Danny Fingeroth, art by Mike Manley; Chris Powell finds the Darkhawk amulet; Bazin is unable to bribe Chris' mother (an assistant DA), but bribes Chris' father (a cop) who then leaves the family; Bazin and Hobgoblin want the Darkhawk power; Saint Johnny gives Chris the name Darkhawk. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-2984B57-004

"The Day of the Gods." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by John Verpoorten. What if all the stories were true? All myths...all the legends... What if all the stories about gods and monsters were true? For archeologist Doctor Damian and his daughter Margo, those legends are about to become reality. The gods are real and they've lived among us for centuries. 1st appearance of Ikaris, Makkari, Kro and the Eternals as a team . 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.25.

Fall of the House of X (2024 Marvel) 1ILLUMINATI.A CBCS 9.6 Verified Sig Szerdy

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Nathan Szerdy. Illuminati Exclusive Variant.

Label #24-456B4BB-038

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Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comics, Comic Traders, Anti-Hero Gallery, and The 616 Comics) Exclusive Cover by Nathan Szerdy. Written by Gerry Duggan. Art by Lucas Werneck. KRAKOA HAS JUST BEGUN TO FIGHT! Mutantkind has never had a greater fall. From the highs of Krakoa - their own glorious nation, a place where they were safe and happy - to the lowest of lows. Outlawed, hunted, killed, most of their kind missing or dead, and now, one their greatest leaders, Cyclops, is on trial facing a death penalty. Ready or not, the time has come for the X-Men to make their final stand against the forces that have struck them low. The day is now. The place is here. The tale of the house Xavier built will long be told...and few will forget this darkest chapter. From writer Gerry Duggan (X-MEN, MARAUDERS, UNCANNY AVENGERS) and artist Lucas Werneck (IMMORTAL X-MEN, TRIAL OF MAGNETO) comes half of the story that will bring the Krakoa Age to its conclusion! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+

Gambit (1993 1st Series Marvel) 1A.D CBCS 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition.

Label #23-15AD52F-003

Direct Edition. Tithing, script by Howard Mackie, pencils by Lee Weeks, inks by Klaus Janson; Henri LeBeau sneaks into X-Mansion and tells his young step-brother, Gambit, that the time of the tithing has come and he is needed in New Orleans as the Assassins Guild is trying to break the old pacts; As they are speaking, Henri is cut down by an assassins arrow; Gambit gives chase and discovers that the killer is Julien, the "dead" brother of his wife; Learning that Bella Donna is also alive (she was "killed" in X-Men (Marvel, 1991 series) #8) Gambit and Rogue prepare to leave for New Orleans. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 65 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-198117D-018

In "Shuttle Complex," it's an all out space war as the Joes launch a shuttle to try to keep Cobra Commander from destroying a number of spy satellites monitoring Cobra activity; the new Cobra Commander takes control; and Snake-Eyes and Scarlett join the circus. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Duke; Snake-Eyes; Scarlett; Rip-Cord; Lift-Ticket; Roadblock; Main-Frame; Payload; Hardtop; Sci-Fi; Roadblock;; Dial-Tone; GUESTS: Blind Master; White Clown (1st); VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Scrap-Iron; Techno-Vipers. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mike Zeck and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 70D CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1981F70-002

Direct Edition. In "Fair Trade," two teams of Joes are grounded in Sierra Gordo and have to try to hoof it out of the country with hostile troops looking for them; Destro helps out. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Roadblock; Psyche-Out; Wild Bill; Maverick; Crazylegs; VILLAINS: Destro; Zarana; Dreadnoks; Iron Grenadier. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 71 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1981F70-004

In "Bailout," the Joes and Dreadnoks team up to get out of Sierra Gordo. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Wild Bill; Maverick; Crazylegs; VILLAINS: Destro; Zarana; Dreadnoks; Iron Grenadier. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 74 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition.

Label #21-21EE224-022

Direct Edition. In "Alliance of Convenience," all-out war breaks out on Cobra Island between the Joes, Cobra Commander, Serpentor and Destro. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Spirit Iron-Knife; Flint; Lady Jaye; Mainframe; Dial-Tone; Tunnel Rat; Sneek-Peek; Gung-Ho; Lt. Falcon; Duke; Roadblock; Beach-Head; Crank-Case; Clutch; Wild Bill; Doc; Leatherneck; Cutter; Tripwire; Short-Fuse; Stalker; Shipwreck; Sci-Fi; Lifeline; Fast-Draw; Crazylegs; Breaker; Maverick; Battleforce 2000; VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Tomax; Xamot; Zartan; Zarana; Zandar; Dreadnoks; Destro; Iron Grenadiers; Tele-Viper; Crimson Guardsmen; Cobra Soldiers . Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 82 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1981F70-018

Direct Edition. In "Weeding Out," three new recruits survive the ordeal of basic training, G.I. Joe style, and are sent on their first mission before they have barely had time to catch their breath. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Zap; Roadblock; Grand-Slam; Cover Girl; Steeler; Lightfoot (1st); Repeater (1st); Budo (1st); VILLAINS: Cobra Soldiers. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Marshall Rogers, Don Hudson and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 83D CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1981F70-020

Direct Edition. While the Joes are foiling Cobra's plans to take out the Pit, Roadpig is breaking Zarana out of jail, despite the best efforts of Law and his dog Order, in "Roadpig." Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Law and Order; Spirit Iron-Knife; Quick Kick; Shipwreck; Lady Jaye; Dusty; Roadblock; VILLAINS: Roadpig; Zartan; Zarana; Zanzibar; Dr. Mindbender; Cobra Soldiers; CAMEO: Cobra Commander [Fred VII]. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Fred Fredericks. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.