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Action Comics (1938 DC) 297 FN 6.0

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. "The Man Who Betrayed Superman's Identity!", script by Leo Dorfman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; Perry White attempts to capture Gentleman Jerry, a crook posing as a hobo; Perry is hit on the head and has amnesia and is tricked into trying to find out Superman's secret identity. One-page Little Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. Strange Sports Stories comic book ad. "The Forbidden Weapons of Krypton!", script by Leo Dorfman, art by Jim Mooney; Kandorian scientist Lesla-Lar switches places with Lena Thorul, then frees Zod, Jax-Ur, and Kru-El from the Phantom Zone. 36 Pages, Full Color. $0.12 Cover price $0.12.

Action Force (UK 1987-1988 Marvel) Magazine 38 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

United Kingdom.

Label #4521768001

Advanced Dungeons and Dragons (1988 DC) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3986080009

Direct Edition. Based on the TSR role playing game - "The Gathering!" Part 1 of 4. Story by Michael Fleisher and Jan Duursema. Art by Jan Duursema. An ancient evil rises and once again threatens the Realms. Only a motley band of adventurers can stop it now. A surly dwarf warrior and his benevolent centaur companion, a gladiator who survived the Manshaka Arena of Blood, a fallen paladin, and a timid half-elf must somehow find a way to work together if the Realms are going to survive the coming darkness. Includes character sheets and information (to be used for the TSR Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game) for the Guardsmen of Waterdeep, Character: Priam Agrivar, human paladin, and the Magic Item: Staff of Withering. Cover price $1.25.

Airboy Comics (1945-1953 Hillman) Vol. 3 #12 GD/VG 3.0

Cover by Fred Kida. Stories and art by Dick Wood, Fred Kida, Tony DiPreta, and Dick Hall. One of the more fanciful and influential of 1940s aviator heroes, Airboy fights evil with his radio-controlled plane "Birdie" and its plethora of experimental flying tech. Sometimes listed as Airboy Comics #35. No issue # on cover; Vol. 3, issue #11 in indicia. When Airboy and Valkyrie are captured by mind-controlling atomic-powered medieval conqueror Black Tamerlane, only fellow Hillman air hero Sky Wolf can save them, in a rare crossover story. The Heap is pursued by a movie producer who sees it as the next great movie monster. Iron Ace investigates The Model Plane Murders. Airboy and Sky Wolf: The Wind of Battle; Skinny McGinty; The Heap: Nature's Prank!; No Trespassing!; Man By the Kitchen Door; Iron Ace. 52 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

All-American Comics (1939) 7 CBCS 0.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Centerfold missing, affects story. Incomplete. 3 pieces of tape on cover & 5 pieces on interior cover.

Label #16-1848DE1-001

Cover art by Stan Aschmeier. Midsummer In New York starring Red, White and Blue, art by William Smith. Mutt and Jeff strips by Al Smith (as Bud Fisher). Believe It or Not by Robert L. Ripley. Beginning the Search starring Ben Webster, script and art by Edwin Alger. A Thousand Years A Minute- Part 1--Adventures in the Unknown, script by Carl H Claudy, art by Stan Aschmeier; Ted and Alan find themselves in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean; Rescued at sea, no one believes they've just come back from Mars, except Dr. Lazar. The American Way Part 3, script by John Wentworth, art by Walter Galli. Flying Lessons starring Hop Harrigan, script and art by Jon L Blummer [as Jon Elby]; Hop is hired by Gerry's parents to give her flying lessons. Old Cuthbert starring Scribbly, script and art by Sheldon Mayer. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

All-New Comics (1943) 8 CGC 2.0

Paper: Off white

Small amount of tape on interior front cover. Small hair trapped in slabbed.

Label #1266241004

Cover by Alex Schomburg. Stories by unknown. Art by unknown. In this issue: Boy Heroes in "Fortunes for Four"; Blonde Bomber in untitled tale; "Flight of the Flying Angel"; Shock Gibson in "Bergs of Banzai"; "Fury of the Deep"; and Captain Red Blazer and Sparky in 2-page untitled Story Behind the Cover text story. Plus: untitled Corporal Fooie (introduction) 2-pager (with art by Wood Cowan). Also: untitled Five Princesses of Pompadoonk 2-pager (with art by Marv Levy). 48 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Amazing Heroes (1981) 69 FN 6.0

In this issue: Frank Miller interview (guest appearance by Bill Sienkiewicz); Hero History of the Phantom Stranger; Star Hawks by Gil Kane and Roger McKenzie - "Deathsearch" concludes. Plus: Editorial; Newsflashes; Coming Distractions; The Comic Book Heroes book excerpt; The Golden Age Directory - JSA and the Marvel Family; Comics in Review by R.A. Jones - The Badger, The Shadow War of Hawkman, Captain Britain, Peter Porker the Spectacular Spider-Ham, Somerset Holmes, Moonshadow; Amazing Readers. Batman/Elektra cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley. Cover price $1.95.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 19 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4641328009

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby and Don Heck (insets), inks by Frank Giacoia. First appearance of the Swordsman and the origin of Hawkeye in "The Coming of... the Swordsman!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Dick Ayers; The Swordsman infiltrates the Avenger's base and Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver attack him; He then admits he was testing them and wants to apply for membership; Captain America intervenes with information saying he is a wanted man and the Swordsman escapes; Hawkeye explains that the Swordsman used to be his tutor when he was in the circus; Meanwhile, in Nick Fury's office in Washington D.C HYDRA agents find a letter from Captain America; They later discard it as trash; It explained how Captain America wanted to work for S.H.I.E.L.D.; A mobster finds it and gives it to the Swordsman; A trap is laid for Captain America; He then leaves to meet with "Nick Fury"; Hawkeye finds out about the plan and gathers the other Avengers to help him; Captain America battles the Swordsman and gets captured before the others can arrive to help. Avengers Roll Call: Captain America, Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and the Scarlet Witch. Letter to the editor from Cary Burkett. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 19 GD+ 2.5

3/4" Cumulative spine split.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby and Don Heck (insets), inks by Frank Giacoia. First appearance of the Swordsman and the origin of Hawkeye in "The Coming of... the Swordsman!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Dick Ayers; The Swordsman infiltrates the Avenger's base and Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver attack him; He then admits he was testing them and wants to apply for membership; Captain America intervenes with information saying he is a wanted man and the Swordsman escapes; Hawkeye explains that the Swordsman used to be his tutor when he was in the circus; Meanwhile, in Nick Fury's office in Washington D.C HYDRA agents find a letter from Captain America; They later discard it as trash; It explained how Captain America wanted to work for S.H.I.E.L.D.; A mobster finds it and gives it to the Swordsman; A trap is laid for Captain America; He then leaves to meet with "Nick Fury"; Hawkeye finds out about the plan and gathers the other Avengers to help him; Captain America battles the Swordsman and gets captured before the others can arrive to help. Avengers Roll Call: Captain America, Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and the Scarlet Witch. Letter to the editor from Cary Burkett. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 65 VF 8.0

Last 12-cent issue. "Mightier than the Sword?" Part 3 of 3. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Gene Colan. Inks by Sam Grainger. Cover by Gene Colan and Sam Grainger (with alterations by John Romita and Frank Giacoia). After the tragic death of his brother last issue, Clint Barton vows revenge against Egghead! And auspiciously for the new Goliath, his firstopportunity comes very soon! Upon returning to Earth, Egghead dispatches the Swordsman to Avengers Mansion to capture his old foe Henry Pym! But neither super-villain knows that Hank has recently changed his identity to Yellowjacket! Amid the confusing battle, the Swordsman grabs Clint instead and takes him back to Egghead! And for the vengeance-seeking avenger... that's right where he wants to be...for payback! Partial origin of Hawkeye (aka Clint Barton). Flashback cameos by Barney Barton and the Swordsman. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Goliath, Vision, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: The Swordsman previously appeared in Captain America 105. Egghead returns in Marvel Feature (1st series) 5. This three-part story was reprinted in Marvel Super Action 24-26.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Black Knight (1955 Atlas/Marvel) 1 GD- 1.8

Cover and centerfold detached at staples. Cover anchored with tape along spine.

Black Knight stars in "The Menace of Modred the Evil" and an untitled story. Back-up story featuring the origin of The Crusader. Scripts by Stan Lee, art by Joe Maneely. Two-page text story, "Excalibur." Maneely cover. Cover price $0.10.

Breed (1994) 5 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Label #25-310C04E-011

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Cover by Jim Starlin. Untitled story, script and art by Jim Starlin; Raymond and Rachel are discovered by the Demons; A pack of Breed are dispatched to kill them. Interview with Walt Simonson on the Star Slammers. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Danger Girl (1998 Image) 7 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4643147013

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Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Sandra Hope. "Into the Danger Zone," script by J. Scott Campbell and Andy Hartnell, pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Richard Friend, Sandra Hope, Scott Williams, and Art Thibert; Abbey Chase goes to the main control room of Hammer Island while Sydney Savage and Johnny Barracuda effect their own escape; Abbey uses a disk given to her by Silicon Valerie so Silicon can remotely control Hammer Island's systems and find a structural map of the island; Meanwhile, Secret Agent Zero and Assassin X battle using various styles of combat; Johnny and Sydney defeat the guards, only to face Kid Dynamo, now a Nazi officer in the Hammer Empire; Deuce and Silicon arrive on jet-skis to save Johnny and Sydney; Abbey and Natalia battle 100 feet above the ground. 54 pgs., full color. Cover price $5.95.

Daredevil (2016 5th Series) 5A CGC 9.8 Garney

Paper: White

Label #4024342019

Written by Charles Soule. Art and Cover by Ron Garney. SALVATION AT HAND Matt Murdock struggles to come to grips with his failure to save Chinatown from the clutches of Tenfingers. Meanwhile, the self-proclaimed prophet revels as his vision of the rapture is actualized. But not all prophecies are what they seem. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Dawn (1995) 1B CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Linsner Linsner White Trash Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Joseph Michael Linsner on 11/12/2017. White Trash Edition.

Label #18-07F87AD-075

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Variant "White Trash" Edition by Sirus Entertainment. Lucifer's Halo Part 1. Darrian Ashoka & Jaynis Goldbaum's weekly jaunt to Times Square for a brutal 'free for all' takes a turn when Darrian meets Dawn in "Ascension." Story, art & cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover price $2.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 460 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4647444002

Cover by Ernie Chan (as Ernie Chua). "Slow Down - and Die!" script by Bob Rozakis and Michael Uslan, pencils by Ernie Chan (as Ernie Chua), inks by Frank McLaughlin; Captain Stingaree, a sword-wielding villain, becomes convinced Batman is really portrayed collectively by the Courtney triplets, a team of private investigators, and captures one Batman, who proves to be Michael Courtney. "The Cold-Fire Caper!", script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Pablo Marcos, inks by Al Milgrom; Tim Trench is assigned by a beautiful woman to find a stolen ruby that turns out not to be stolen after all. Justice For All Includes Children 4 public service announcement, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Letter from future comics writer Adam Castro. 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Doctor Strange (1974 2nd Series) 22 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4525066014

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Cover art by Frank Brunner (which actually illustrates the story in issue 23). Mind Trip!, script by Marv Wolfman, art by Rudy Nebres; Clea's amnesia & magical rampage continues; Strange battles Clea, & helps cure her of madness implanted by Xander; Apalla, Queen of the Sun, first appears; hints of connection with Clea. The story continues from Doctor Strange Annual 1. Letter to the editor from comics historian Peter Sanderson. Cover price $0.30.

Empyre (2020 Marvel) 6D CGC 9.6 McKone 1:50 Variant

Paper: White

McKone Variant Cover.

Label #3722024018

Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Al Ewing and Dan Slott. Art by Valerio Schiti. Cover by Mike McKone. Who will rule the EMPYRE? There can be only one King of Space-and it's the last liege standing! But as combat rages on, the clock ticks down to catastrophe! Will the ultimate interstellar weapon fry planet Earth before or after all sentient life on the planet is wiped out? The Avengers and the Fantastic Four are tested as never before-as EMPYRE comes to a pulse-pounding finish! 48 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.

Evil Ernie (2012 Dynamite) 4B CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover B.

Label #4651709002

Cover by Dan Brereton Origin of Evil: Part 4 - (W) Jesse Blaze Snider (A) Jason Craig ORIGIN OF EVIL PART 4! It's Ernie versus Smiley with a dead Angel on the floor between them! Someones keeping secrets, is it Smiley? Plus, Buford escapes to Death Row with a new and bizarre plan of action! First: Release the TWELVE Death Row inmates who have giving Ernie nightmares for the past five years! Second: Have his hostage, Thana perform...waaait. We've said too much. Cover price $3.99.

Fearless Defenders (2013) 1C CGC 9.8 Manara 1:50 Variant

Paper: White

Manara Variant Cover.

Label #3831117005

Limited 1 for 50 Variant Cover by Milo Manara (W) Cullen Bunn (A) Will Sliney NEW TEAM! NEW VILLAINS! NEW CREATORS! Valkyrie and Misty Knight are the Fearless Defenders and not since Power Man and Iron Fist has an unlikely duo kicked this much-well, you know. Writer Cullen Bunn (Venom, Sixth Gun, The Fearless) and new-to-Marvel artist Will Sliney (MacGyver, Star Wars) bring you the book everyone is going to be talking about on Thursday morning. Cover price $2.99.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 133 VF 8.0

"Recon By Fire" Written by Larry Hama. Breakdowns by Andrew Wildman. Finishes by Stephen Baskerville. Cover by Andrew Wildman. As Cobra's assault on the Joes' HQ comes to a close, Duke, Roadblock, Snake-Eyes and Scarlett go off for a little R & R (reconnaissance and rescue). Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 142 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4592225025

GI Joe and the Transformers: Generation 2: Part 4 of 4 - "Final Transforamtion!" Story by Larry Hama. Art by Jesse Orozcor and William Rosado. In the exciting conclusion, Scarlet vs. Megatron?! Believe it. Plus, with the arrival of the Autobots, the Joes may finally have a chance against Cobra and their powerful new ally. But you know Cobra has one last card to play. Don't miss the exciting conclusion to GI Joe and the Transformers: Generation 2. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.

Giant Size Conan (1974) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4611836009

Final issue. All reprints. Written by Roy Thomas, Michael Moorcock, and James Cawthorn. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Sal Buscema. New cover art by Jack Kirby, John Romita, and Joe Sinnott. A Sword Called Stormbringer!; Conan saves Zephra's life, fights against and later with Elric; Conan fights to save Hyborea and Melnibone from Queen Xiombarg. Bullpen Bulletins; Stan Lee talks about 7-Eleven Slurpee cups. The Incredible Hulk and the Twins of Evil! Hostess Fruit Pies ad, art by John Romita. Ad for the Special Edition Treasury of MGM's Marvelous Wizard of Oz, art by John Romita. Written by Roy Thomas, Michael Moorcock, and James Cawthorn. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Sal Buscema. The Green Empress of Melnibone; Conan and Elric have an un-easy truce while they ride to the sunken city known as Yagala; Once there they have to face Xiombarg, Prince Gaynor the Damned, Kulan-Gath and Terhali. Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Gil Kane, Tom Palmer, and Bernie Wrightson. The Blood of the Dragon!; Kalligor desires to marry the Baron's daughter and so he rides to kill the Hydragon and win her hand. FOOM ad. Marvel Freezesicle Molds ad. 68 pages, full color. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Man-Thing (1974) 3 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4474558024

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Cover pencils by Gil Kane and John Romita (alterations), inks by Klaus Janson and John Romita (alterations). A special note from Steve Gerber on the reason the promised Howard the Duck back-up is missing. "Krogg!" (reprinted from Amazing Adventures #6), art by Paul Reinman; Dr. Druid investigates the disappearance of several houses, and finds that an alien disguised as a scientist is to blame. "Save Me From The Weed!" (reprinted from Strange Tales #94), pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers; A wealthy man urges his unambitious gardener to go into business for himself, his diligence saves the world when he snips a radioactive telepathic weed while it rests; His employer realizes that everyone has their own part to play. "Humans, Keep Out!" (reprinted from Journey into Mystery #86), script by Stan Lee, art by Don Heck; Humans are distressed to discover that the Venusians believe them to be hostile and have built robots to destroy any expedition that lands; A humble janitor thinks of building identical robots, reasoning that the Venusian's robots will not attack things like themselves, allowing peaceful contact to be made. "Blackmail!" (reprinted from Mystery Tales #11), art by Manny Stallman; A man gets rid of a elderly blackmailer by putting peppermint candies in his drink and telling him it was arsenic and letting fear go to work on the old man's heart. Includes Marvel Value Stamp. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Thor (1975) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4485498012

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New Gil Kane cover for this all-reprint issue featuring Jack Kirby art. Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Joe Sinnott. "If Asgard Falls…" (from Thor Annual #2), script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Loki breaks up an Asgardian contest called by Odin by sending the Destroyer to wreak havoc. "When Titans Clash!" (from Journey into Mystery Annual #1), script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor and Loki come across a pair of storm giants attacking the gateway from Asgard to Olympus; During the ensuing battle, Thor is accidentally transported to the fabled land and finds himself in combat with the mighty Hercules with neither party willing to back down. "When Heimdall Failed!" (from Journey into Mystery #105), script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by George Roussos (as George Bell); Story of how an Air Spirit snuck past Heimdall. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Girls of Gaming (2009) 4 VF 8.0

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Play Magazine, the premier lifestyle magazine of video game culture, brings readers Girls of Gaming, a celebration of the female form in video games, anime, comics, and more! The 'girls of gaming' are brought to life through CGI renders, concept artwork, and commissioned and exclusive original artwork. Each volume features hundreds of full-color images, interviews with creators, gamers, and the girls themselves, plus game information and more. If you love games, you'll love Girls of Gaming! Cover price $9.95.

Girls of Gaming (2009) 5A VF 8.0

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Special issue featuring TWO different embossed spot-gloss covers! Play Magazine, the premier lifestyle magazine of video game culture, brings readers Girls of Gaming, a celebration of the female form in video games, anime, comics, and more! The 'girls of gaming' are brought to life through CGI renders, concept artwork, and commissioned and exclusive original artwork. Each volume features hundreds of full-color images, interviews with creators, gamers, and the girls themselves, plus game information and more. If you love games, you'll love Girls of Gaming! Cover price $12.95.

Groo the Wanderer (1982 Pacific) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609514020

Cover art by Sergio Aragonés. Biography of Sergio Aragonés on inside front cover by Mark Evanier. "Friends and Enemies," script by Sergio Aragonés (co-plot) and Mark Evanier (co-plot & dialogue), art by Sergio Aragonés; Groo tries the figure out who wants him dead, many times over. Information on the creators on the Groo comic book by Mark Evanier. Untitled story, script by Sergio Aragonés (co-plot) and Mark Evanier (co-plot & dialogue), art by Sergio Aragonés; The Sage show a group of men how to build a catapult to throw rocks at their prey. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Howard the Duck (1976 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4501670018

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Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Frank Brunner and Steve Leialoha. Cover by Frank Brunner. Howard the Barbarian; Legendary creators Steve Gerber and Frank Bruner present the audacious, quirky, downright filthy Howard the Duck in his own ongoing series!; Howards debut adventure guest stars a plethora of Marvel Heroes--Spider-Man, Conjurer, and many more; Howard is thinking of committing suicide and then finds himself involved in a bizarre adventure where he meets Beverly Switzler and Spider-Man for the first time, and faces off against Pro-Rata, the Financial Wizard. Continued from Giant-Size Man-Thing #5. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Howard the Duck (1976 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4640933015

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Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Frank Brunner and Steve Leialoha. Cover by Frank Brunner. Howard the Barbarian; Legendary creators Steve Gerber and Frank Bruner present the audacious, quirky, downright filthy Howard the Duck in his own ongoing series!; Howards debut adventure guest stars a plethora of Marvel Heroes--Spider-Man, Conjurer, and many more; Howard is thinking of committing suicide and then finds himself involved in a bizarre adventure where he meets Beverly Switzler and Spider-Man for the first time, and faces off against Pro-Rata, the Financial Wizard. Continued from Giant-Size Man-Thing #5. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Howard the Duck (1976 1st Series) 1 CGC 7.5 JSA Brunner

Paper: White

Frank Brunner Authenticated Autograph.

Label #4660971001

Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Frank Brunner and Steve Leialoha. Cover by Frank Brunner. Howard the Barbarian; Legendary creators Steve Gerber and Frank Bruner present the audacious, quirky, downright filthy Howard the Duck in his own ongoing series!; Howards debut adventure guest stars a plethora of Marvel Heroes--Spider-Man, Conjurer, and many more; Howard is thinking of committing suicide and then finds himself involved in a bizarre adventure where he meets Beverly Switzler and Spider-Man for the first time, and faces off against Pro-Rata, the Financial Wizard. Continued from Giant-Size Man-Thing #5. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Howard the Duck (1976 1st Series) 1 FN+ 6.5

Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Frank Brunner and Steve Leialoha. Cover by Frank Brunner. Howard the Barbarian; Legendary creators Steve Gerber and Frank Bruner present the audacious, quirky, downright filthy Howard the Duck in his own ongoing series!; Howards debut adventure guest stars a plethora of Marvel Heroes--Spider-Man, Conjurer, and many more; Howard is thinking of committing suicide and then finds himself involved in a bizarre adventure where he meets Beverly Switzler and Spider-Man for the first time, and faces off against Pro-Rata, the Financial Wizard. Continued from Giant-Size Man-Thing #5. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

John Carter Warlord of Mars (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4640505008

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Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' Martian novels, John Carter Warlord of Mars ran for 28 issues. "Air Pirates of Mars, Part 1" finds John Carter rescuing Dejah Thoris from an army of Tharks and uncovering a plot to destroy his beloved Barsoom. Includes Welcome Back, Carter text editorial. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Dave Cockrum. Cover by Kane and Cockrum. Cover price $0.30.

Katana (2013 DC) 1A CGC 9.8 Finch

Paper: White

Label #4616981008

Cover by David Finch (W) Ann Nocenti (A) Alex Sanchez From the pages of JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA and BIRDS OF PREY! KATANA is a former assassin on a noble quest to restore the OUTSIDERS to their former glory! Will she succeed, or will she be overcome by the power of her sword, the SoulTaker? Cover price $2.99.

Kitty Pryde and Wolverine (1984) 2 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4088475017

"Terror!" Written by Chris Claremont. Art by Al Milgrom. Kitty Pryde has followed her father to Japan thinking that he may need her help, but what she finds will shake her to very core. Now, she's on the run, all alone, and in way over her head. And things go from bad to worse when the demon ninja sorcerer Ogun takes a liking to her. Meanwhile, after receiving Kitty's frantic phone call (see last issue), Wolverine arrives in the Land of the Rising Sun to find his missing teammate. But will he be too late to save her from a fate worse than death? 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Ogun (as a ninja). Cover price $0.75.

Lady Deadpool (2010) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3927286014

Written by MARY H.K. CHOI Penciled by KEN LASHLEY Cover by GREG LAND 'THE REVOLUTION WILL NOT BE TELEVISED' From the stunning sadism that brought you an entire brood of Deadpool droogs comes the chromosomal clusterhiccup that is Lady Deadpool. Agile, armed, and a howling she-lunatic, this recluse is robbed of the only thing she adores more than binge eating: cable TV. In an America ravaged by colossal debt and careening unemployment, the loss of the glowing idiot box is more than this girl can take. Why won't the government do anything? How is General America complicit? Was the genocide of all sitcom writers necessary? Should Wanda ransack the loins of a hot activist? Probably. 'Cause this Merc with a Mouth packs lipgloss. And it's sticky. 32 PGS./One-Shot/Parental Advisory ...$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Lady Death (1994 Limited Series) 1COMMSIGNED CGC 8.5 JSA Hughes/Jensen/Pulido

Paper: White

Steven Hughes, Jason Jensen, & Brian Pulido Authenticated Autographs. Does not include COA.

Label #4665277002

Gold Commemorative Signed Edition. Signed by writer/creator Brian Pulido, artist Steven Hughes, and colorist Jason Jensen. Limited to 5,000 and includes certificate of authenticity from Chaos Comics. Gold Foil cover. "Twilight of Innocence," script by Brian Pulido, art by Steven Hughes; Lady Death recounts her origins as a young medieval girl whose power mad father tries to gain enough strength to challenge the lord of hell so he can become its ruler. Full page cover art for next issue by Hughes. Lady Death illustrations by Mike Holliman and Barry Orkin. 36 pgs., full color. $3.50. Cover price $3.50.

Lethal Strike (1995) Annual 1A CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4651709016

Magic the Gathering The Shadow Mage (1995) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3888476021

NOTE: We sell polybagged, and unbagged copies of this book as the same item and may not include the promo card. "The Aster Fall" - This is the first in a series of limited series relating just one of the epic sagas set on Dominia, the world of Magic: The Gathering! SHADOW MAGE tells the story of young Jared, a boy who is rescued from a spectacular battle and then cared for by a lowly Spellsquire. The old man spends years preparing Jared to take vengeance on the immensely powerful Planewalker who slew his father. This is the first in a series of adventures featuring Jared! Written by Jeff Gomez, with art by Val Mayerik and James Pascoe. Painted cover by Val Mayerik. Cover price $2.50.

Magik (1983 Marvel) 4D VG/FN 5.0

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Brett Blevins, inks by Tom Palmer. "Darkchild," script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Tom Palmer; Illyana defeats Belasco and becomes ruler of Limbo; Illyana returns to Earth. 36 pgs., color. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Man-Thing (1974 1st Series) 6 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4657015001

"And When I Die...!" Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Mike Ploog and Frank Chiaramonte. Don't miss the macabre drama as the Man-Thing and his companions must survive the ghostly assault of a fiend from beyond the grave! Includes Marvel Value Stamp. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.25.

Marvel Comics Super Special (1977) 2 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4627238005

Conan: Revenge of the Barbarian. Written by Roy Thomas, with art by John Buscema, based on Robert E. Howards Black Vulmea's Vengeance. Includes a feature on the first Conan movie with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Full color. Cover by Earl Norem. 68 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Marvel Family (1945 Fawcett) 83 CGC 7.0

Label #4307666005

Stories and art by Otto Binder, Kurt Schaffenberger and Howard Boughner. Fawcett's most popular heroes, the original Captain Marvel (Shazam) and family, in solo and shared adventures. While visiting Pa Potter, Billy, Mary and Freddy discover an old treasure map and go in search of lost treasure. This Goonies-style adventure takes a left turn with the appearance of the Scarlet Skull and his army of zombies, something only the Marvels can handle. Headline Harry's hand-grenade joke gets him assigned to the underworld beat. The Flying Skull; FBI Triumphs; Lazy Lee; Boxcar Benny; The Marvel Family Puzzle Page; Headline Harry: The Handy Hand Grenade; Wilbur the Waiter; Rubbernose Randolph; The Marvel Family Battles Chief Thundercloud. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Marvel Family (1945 Fawcett) 83 VG- 3.5

Only one staple (manufacturing).

Stories and art by Otto Binder, Kurt Schaffenberger and Howard Boughner. Fawcett's most popular heroes, the original Captain Marvel (Shazam) and family, in solo and shared adventures. While visiting Pa Potter, Billy, Mary and Freddy discover an old treasure map and go in search of lost treasure. This Goonies-style adventure takes a left turn with the appearance of the Scarlet Skull and his army of zombies, something only the Marvels can handle. Headline Harry's hand-grenade joke gets him assigned to the underworld beat. The Flying Skull; FBI Triumphs; Lazy Lee; Boxcar Benny; The Marvel Family Puzzle Page; Headline Harry: The Handy Hand Grenade; Wilbur the Waiter; Rubbernose Randolph; The Marvel Family Battles Chief Thundercloud. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Marvel Feature (1975 2nd Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3889536022

Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by John Romita. "The Temple of Abomination!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Dick Giordano (figures) and Terry Austin (backgrounds); Red Sonja enters a temple and is attacked by a race of Satyrs. Continued from KULL AND THE BARBARIANS #3. "Red Sonja," script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Esteban Maroto, inks by Neal Adams and Ernie Chan; When Red Sonja returns with a tiara she was sent for by King Ghannif she learns her "reward" is to be made a part of his harem; from The Savage Sword of Conan #1. Of Swords and She-Devils article about Red Sonja by Roy Thomas. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Marvel Feature (1975 2nd Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4528811019

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Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by John Romita. "The Temple of Abomination!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Dick Giordano (figures) and Terry Austin (backgrounds); Red Sonja enters a temple and is attacked by a race of Satyrs. Continued from KULL AND THE BARBARIANS #3. "Red Sonja," script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Esteban Maroto, inks by Neal Adams and Ernie Chan; When Red Sonja returns with a tiara she was sent for by King Ghannif she learns her "reward" is to be made a part of his harem; from The Savage Sword of Conan #1. Of Swords and She-Devils article about Red Sonja by Roy Thomas. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Marvel Feature (1975 2nd Series) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4640505002

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Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by John Romita. "The Temple of Abomination!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Dick Giordano, inks by Dick Giordano (figures) and Terry Austin (backgrounds); Red Sonja enters a temple and is attacked by a race of Satyrs. Continued from KULL AND THE BARBARIANS #3. "Red Sonja," script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Esteban Maroto, inks by Neal Adams and Ernie Chan; When Red Sonja returns with a tiara she was sent for by King Ghannif she learns her "reward" is to be made a part of his harem; from The Savage Sword of Conan #1. Of Swords and She-Devils article about Red Sonja by Roy Thomas. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Marvel Knights Double Shot (2002) 3 VF- 7.5

Signed by Greg Horn. Autograph certification from Legends Entertainment group is included.

PAINTED COVER BY GLENN FABRY GREG RUCKA & PETER GROSS (W)/GREG HORN & PETER GROSS (P)/RYAN KELLY (I) ? THE SCOOP: The MK imprint presents two more bold visions by two killer creative teams! ? THE STORIES: First, Greg Rucka and Greg Horn unite to present an Elektra tale with full CGI art! Then, the Eisner-Award- nominated team of Peter Gross and Ryan Kelly (Lucifer) swing the spotlight on Cloak & Dagger! ? THE FORMAT: A four-part, monthly series. This issue is 32 pages, with ads. ? MARVEL MEMO: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders are canceled. 7-59606-05159-5-00311 (MarvelPGplus) 2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Marvel Movie Showcase Featuring Star Wars (1982 Marvel) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4621256011

Direct Edition. "Star Wars!" Collects Star Wars (1977-1986 Marvel) #1-3. Based on the movie by George Lucas. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin. This is the official comic book adaptation of the greatest science fiction epic of all time. A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away a small band of rebels fight desperately to free the galaxy from the evil rule of the sinister Galactic Empire. When a Princess is taken captive by the dark lord of the Sith, it falls upon a young farm boy, an old wise man, a smuggler and his giant wookie companion, and two droids to rescue her. Thus, begins the adventure of a lifetime! 64 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.

Marvel Movie Showcase Featuring Star Wars (1982 Marvel) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4621256006

Direct Edition. "Star Wars!" Collects Star Wars (1977-1986 Marvel) #1-3. Based on the movie by George Lucas. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin. This is the official comic book adaptation of the greatest science fiction epic of all time. A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away a small band of rebels fight desperately to free the galaxy from the evil rule of the sinister Galactic Empire. When a Princess is taken captive by the dark lord of the Sith, it falls upon a young farm boy, an old wise man, a smuggler and his giant wookie companion, and two droids to rescue her. Thus, begins the adventure of a lifetime! 64 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.