Marvel Comics Super Special (1977) comic books

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This is it – the notorious Marvel comic that actually had blood from the members of KISS mixed into the printers ink. If you want to own a piece of Gene Simmons, this is as close as youre going to get. The fact that the rock band is battling Dr. Doom and Mephisto almost pales in comparison. Written by Howard the Ducks Steve Gerber, of all people, with art by Alan Weiss, John Buscema, Rich Buckler, and Sal Buscema. Full color. Cover by Weiss and Gray Morrow. 68 pages. Cover price $1.50.

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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.

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Close Encounters of the Third Kind. The official comic book adaptation of the Steven Spielberg film. Written by Archie Goodwin with art by Walt Simonson and Klaus Janson. If the characters look strange, it's because Marvel did not get the rights to use the movie actors likeness. Full color. Painted cover by Bob Larkin. Cover price $1.50.

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Marvel Comics Super Special #4: The Beatles Story. David Anthony Kraft story, Tom Palmer cover, George Perez and Klaus Janson art Cover price $1.50.

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Painted cover by Bob Larkin. The official comic book adaptation of the original 1970s science fiction TV series, Battlestar Galactica, written by Roger McKenzie, with art by Ernie Colon; In a distant time and place, a terrible war was waged between man and machine...the humans lost; Now, guided by their last surviving warship - the mighty Battlestar Galactica - a handful of survivors travel through space in search of the lost home of their ancestors, a shining planet known through ancient records, a planet called Earth. Includes an interview with special effects artist John Dykstra and much background information on the Battlestar Galactica universe. The story was reprinted in issues #1-3 of the Battlestar Galactica comic. 48 pgs. Full-color. This first printing is treasury-sized and has the red Spider-Man Marvel logo in the corner. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Painted cover by Bob Larkin. The official comic book adaptation of the original 1970s science fiction TV series, Battlestar Galactica, written by Roger McKenzie, with art by Ernie Colon; In a distant time and place, a terrible war was waged between man and machine...the humans lost; Now, guided by their last surviving warship - the mighty Battlestar Galactica - a handful of survivors travel through space in search of the lost home of their ancestors, a shining planet known through ancient records, a planet called Earth. Includes an interview with special effects artist John Dykstra and much background information on the Battlestar Galactica universe. The story was reprinted in issues #1-3 of the Battlestar Galactica comic. 50 pgs. Full-color. This printing is treasury-sized and has the Modern Promotions MP logo in the corner. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Painted cover by Bob Larkin. The official comic book adaptation of the original 1970s science fiction TV series, Battlestar Galactica, written by Roger McKenzie, with art by Ernie Colon; In a distant time and place, a terrible war was waged between man and machine...the humans lost; Now, guided by their last surviving warship - the mighty Battlestar Galactica - a handful of survivors travel through space in search of the lost home of their ancestors, a shining planet known through ancient records, a planet called Earth. Includes an interview with special effects artist John Dykstra and much background information on the Battlestar Galactica universe. The story was reprinted in issues #1-3 of the Battlestar Galactica comic. 50 pgs. Full-color. This printing is magazine-sized and has the yellow Spider-Man Marvel logo in the corner. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Star-Lord. The interstellar cop returns in World in a Bottle, written by Doug Moench, with art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer. To Sleep, Perchance to Die, written by Marc Dacy, with art by Ernie Colon. Full color. Painted cover by Earl Norem. Cover price $1.50.

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Warriors of the Shadow Realm. Part I of a Weirdworld epic written by Doug Moench, with art by John Buscema, Rudy Nebres and Peter Ledger. Tyndall, Velanna and Mud-Butt encounter a lost race of elves and battle a fallen god. Detailed maps and background info on Weirdworld, despite this being the first Weirdworld story since creator Mike Ploog left Marvel in a contract dispute. Full color. Painted cover by Buscema. 50 pages. Cover price $1.50.

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Warriors of the Shadow Realm. Part II of a Weirdworld epic written by Doug Moench, with art by John Buscema, Rudy Nebres and Peter Ledger. Tyndall, Velanna and Mud-Butt encounter a lost race of elves and battle a fallen god. Also includes a history of fantasy illustration by editor Richard Marschall. Full color. Painted cover by Buscema. 52 pages. Cover price $1.50.

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Warriors of the Shadow Realm. Part III of a Weirdworld epic written by Doug Moench, with art by John Buscema, Rudy Nebres and Peter Ledger. Tyndall, Velanna and Mud-Butt encounter a lost race of elves and battle a fallen god. Includes bonus art and background info on Weirdworld. Full color. Painted cover by Buscema. 60 pages. Cover price $1.50.

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Meteor. The official comic book adaptation of the all-star disaster-from-space film. Written by Ralph Macchio, with art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer. Includes an interview with special effects artist Bill Cruse and a look at past disasters, real and fictional. Full color; 52 pages. Painted cover by Frank Miller! Cover price $1.50.

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Star Trek: The Motion Picture. The official comic book adaptation of the first Star Trek film. Written by Marv Wolfman, with art by Dave Cockrum and Klaus Janson. Includes a look at the science, history and lore of Star Trek. The first Marvel Star Trek comic. Full color; 68 pages. Painted cover by Bob Larkin. Cover price $1.50.

Auction Item: FN- 5.5 View scan Auction opens January 26	Add to cart FN 6.0 $39.50 View scans	Add to cart FN 6.0 $39.50 View scans Oxidation.	Add to cart VG/FN 5.0 $26.50 View scan
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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. The official comic book adaptation of the George Lucas classic. Written by Archie Goodwin, with art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Lettered by Rick Veitch! Story later reprinted in Marvels Star Wars #39-44. Full color; 96 pages. Painted cover by Bob Larkin. Cover price $2.00.

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Direct Edition. Raiders of the Lost Ark. The official comic book adaptation of the George Lucas/Steven Spielberg classic, introducing Indiana Jones. Written by Walt Simonson, with art by John Buscema and Klaus Janson. Story later reprinted in Raiders of the Lost Ark #1-3 and Marvel Movie Spotlight #1. Full color; 68 pages. Painted cover by Howard Chaykin. Cover price $2.50.

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Newsstand Edition. Raiders of the Lost Ark. The official comic book adaptation of the George Lucas/Steven Spielberg classic, introducing Indiana Jones. Written by Walt Simonson, with art by John Buscema and Klaus Janson. Story later reprinted in Raiders of the Lost Ark #1-3 and Marvel Movie Spotlight #1. Full color; 68 pages. Painted cover by Howard Chaykin. Cover price $2.50.

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For Your Eyes Only. The official comic book adaptation of the twelfth James Bond film. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Howard Chaykin and Vince Colletta. Story later reprinted in For Your Eyes Only #1-2. Painted cover by Chaykin. Cover price $2.50.

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Official adaptation of Dragonslayer, the movie. Also includes the creation of the Dragonslayer world and biographies of stars & directors. Cover price $2.50.

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Conan the Barbarian. The official comic book adaptation of the Arnold Schwarzenegger film. Written by Michael Fleisher, with art by regular Conan artist John Buscema. Story later reprinted in Conan the Barbarian Movie Special #1-2 and the Marvel Illustrated paperback. Full color; 66 pages. Painted cover by Bob Larkin. Cover price $2.50.

Auction Item: GD+ 2.5 View scan Auction opens January 26 Centerfold detached.	Add to cart VG+ 4.5 $33.00 View scans Centerfold detached at one staple.	Add to cart GD+ 2.5 $18.00 View scan Centerfold detached. Interior residue.	Add to cart GD+ 2.5 $20.00 View scan Centerfold detached.
Add to cart GD 2.0 $16.50 View scan Centerfold detached. Staples add (non manufacturing).	Add to cart FN 6.0 $45.00 View scans Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.	Add to cart FN 6.0 $118.74 View scans Signed by Archie Goodwin and Al Williamson (splash). Certification is not included. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.	Add to cart VG+ 4.5 $38.00 View scans Centerfold detached at one staple. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Blade Runner. The official comic book adaptation of the classic science fiction film. Written by Archie Goodwin, with art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Story later reprinted in Blade Runner #1-2. Includes movie stills and biographical material. Full color; 64 pages. Painted cover by Jim Steranko. Cover price $2.50.

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The Dark Crystal. The official comic book adaptation of the Jim Henson fantasy film. Written by David Anthony Kraft, with art by Bret Blevins and Vince Colletta. Story later reprinted in The Dark Crystal #1-2. Includes numerous sketches by noted fantasy illustrator (and Dark Crystal concept designer) Brian Froud. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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James Bond: Octopussy. The official comic book adaptation of the thirteenth James Bond film. Written by Steve Moore, with art by Paul Neary. Includes movie stills and an article about the continuing legacy of Ian Flemings master spy. Cover reproduced from the movie poster by Renato Casaro. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The official comic book adaptation of the George Lucas classic. Luke Skywalker confronts his destiny while the Rebellion launches a desperate strike against the Empire. Written by Archie Goodwin, with art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Story later reprinted in Return of the Jedi #1-4. Full color; 64 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Newsstand Edition. Krull. The official comic book adaptation of the fantasy film and future cult classic. A hero and his ragtag band of allies fight to save their planet from a space tyrant. Written by David Michelinie, with art by Bret Blevins and Vince Colletta. Story later reprinted in Krull #1-2. Includes movie stills and behind-the-scenes material. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Tarzan of the Apes. The legend of the jungle hero raised by apes is retold. Despite the timing and the cover blurb, this is not based on the 1984 film Greystoke, but is a straight adaptation of the original Edgar Rice Burroughs novel. Written by Sharman DiVono and Mark Evanier, with art by Dan Spiegle. Story later reprinted in Marvels Tarzan of the Apes (1984) #1-2. Painted cover by Charles Ren. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.00.

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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. The official comic book adaptation of the second Indiana Jones film. Indy and his companions battle a death cult in India. Written by David Michelinie, with art by Jackson Guice and Bob Camp. Story later reprinted in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom #1-3. Cover by Guice. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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The Last Starfighter. The official comic book adaptation of the 1984 science fiction adventure film. A teenage video-gamer becomes the last hope for an alien race. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Bret Blevins and Tony Salmons. Story later reprinted in The Last Starfighter #1-3. Cover by Jackson Guice. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Buckaroo Banzai. The official comic book adaptation of the all-star comedy adventure and future cult classic. Buckaroo battles alien invaders with the help of his ace team. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Mark Texeira and Armando Gil. Story later reprinted in Buckaroo Banzai #1-2. Includes an interview with the films director. Cover by Texeira. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Sheena. The official comic book adaptation of the box-office bomb starring Tanya Roberts, itself based on a 1930s comic book and later TV series. The queen of the jungle battles mercenaries. Written by Cary Burkett, with art by Gray Morrow. Story later reprinted in Sheena #1-2. Includes movie stills and behind-the-scenes material. Painted cover by Morrow. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Conan the Destroyer. The official comic book adaptation of the second Conan movie, which was plotted by comics writers Roy Thomas and Gerry Conway. This version is written by Michael Fleisher, with art by regular Conan artist John Buscema. Story later reprinted in Conan the Destroyer #1-2. Includes movie stills and behind-the-scenes material, as well as some spot art by Barry Windsor-Smith. Cover price $2.50.

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Dune. The official comic book adaptation of the David Lynch movie, based on Frank Herberts classic science fiction novel. In the far future, humanity adapts to life on a desert planet. Written by Ralph Macchio, with art by Bill Sienkiewicz. Story later reprinted in Dune #1-3. To date, the only comic book version of the Dune saga. Painted cover by Sienkiewicz. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Red Sonja. The official comic book adaptation of the 1985 Red Sonja film starring Brigette Nielsen. The swordswoman goes on a quest for vengeance. Written by Mary Wilshire and Louise Simonson, with art by Wilshire; in fact, the entire production crew was female, except for inker Vince Colletta. Story later reprinted in Marvels Red Sonja (1985) #1-2. Cover by Wilshire. Full color; 52 pages. Cover price $2.00.

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Santa Claus: The Movie. The official comic book adaptation of the 1985 movie, relating the origin of Santa Claus. Written by Sid Jacobson, with art by Frank Springer. After Sheena, Dune and Red Sonja, this was the fourth box-office bomb in six issues to be adapted by the Super Special series. Painted cover by Tom Palmer. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Howard the Duck. The official comic book adaptation of the movie that was based in turn on the Steve Gerber comic character. Gerber was not involved in this adaptation. Fittingly, after two full years of adapting box-office flops to comics, the Marvel Super Special series concludes its run with one of the biggest flops of all time. Written by Danny Fingeroth, with art by Kyle Baker, of all people. Story later reprinted in Howard the Duck (1986) #1-3. Full color; 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.