Auctions: comic books in 'Zero Hour', graded by CGC

Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) 0 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4657809017

Continued from Batman (1940) #0. While surveying the aftermath of his decisive showdown with Azrael, Bruce Wayne looks back on his solitary youth. He recalls those years spent honing his body and mind for the day he would take his long-buried grief and rage to the streets of Gotham City. Plus, more hints of the dark secret in Batman's past are revealed. Continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #0. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Bret Blevins. Painted cover by Brian Stelfreeze. New Format. Cover price $1.95.

Adventures of Superman (1987) 0A CGC 9.8 Kitson

Paper: White

Label #4657809016

Clark thinks back on his post-college time spent in Paris, while Conduit tries to get revenge once more in "Peer Pressure Part 3 - With Powers Beyond Those of Mortal Men." Continued from Superman (1987) #0. Continues in Action Comics #0. Written by Karl Kesel. Art & cover by Barry Kitson & Ray McCarthy. Cover price $1.50.

Showcase 94 (1994) 10D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4668563004

Direct Edition. Following the shattering conclusion of 'KnightsEnd,' Jean Paul Valley struggles with an uncertain future in "Azrael: Aftermath," written by Alan Grant, with art by Mike Vosburg and Ron McCain, a story that bridges the Batman books with the Azrael ongoing series. In Part 1 of the 2-part "The Tempting," Black Condor faces Peregrine, a new foe who tries to use his knowledge of the hero's true potential to lure Black Condor to the side of evil - and the very act of opposing Peregrine will ensure the villain's victory. Written by Brian Augustyn, with pencils by Anthony Chun. Also featuring a special ZERO HOUR tie-in story in which Chronos, Clock King, Calendar Man and Time Commander learn just how screwed-up time has become - again and again. Written by Mike McAvennie and pencilled by Jason Armstrong. Cover by Joe Quesada and Karl Kesel. Cover price $1.95.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) 93 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4644512001

Zero Hour! "Home!" Guest-starring Supergirl. Cameo by Metron of the New Gods. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Dan Jurgens and Joe Rubinstein. As the Zero Hour Effect continues to wash over the DC Universe, Superman finds himself face-to-face with two travelers from the far off world of Krypton. Don't miss this exciting chapter in the life of Superman. Story continues in Adventures of Superman (1939-2006) #516. Cover price $1.50.