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Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 131 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1D90B3E-031

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"Farewell to the Dream!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. The Silver Surfer has learned the truth that Zenn-La was in fact destroyed in the past and his memories of his homeworld all these years were in fact an elaborate illusion created by Galactus himself. But when the Devourer of Worlds discovers the Surfer from the future eavesdropping on these forbidding past events, what will be the Sky Rider's fate? Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 134 CBCS 7.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-034

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"Blind Eyes!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Tom Grummett and Matt Ryan. The Other - the alien race responsible for the destruction of Zenn-La - have arrived on Earth and they've come for the Silver Surfer. Meanwhile, the Surfer touches a family in a way they will be eternally grateful for. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 138 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Label #21-1D90B3E-038

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"The Choice!" Guest-starring the Thing. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Roger Cruz and Matt Ryan. The Thing has returned from his year long exile in the world of Heroes Reborn (see Fantastic Four (Vol. 2) #1-13 and Heroes Reborn the Return #1-4 for details). Now Alicia must make a choice between her love for the man she thought was dead and the person she has come to love in his absence. But first the Thing and Silver Surfer must face the immeasurable power of the Cosmic Messiah. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 140 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #22-3F879FE-023

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 1. Story by J.M. DeMattis. Art by Jon J. Muth. Norrin Radd awakens on a Zenn-La that was never visited by Galactus. He is finally able to be with his beloved Shalla-Bal, but why does she look like the Earth woman, Alicia Masters? 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 141 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-041

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 2. "Into the Macroverse!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. The Sky Rider has been trapped in a strange world by the power of the Coroner. Now, with only the creature known as Sama-D for company, the Surfer strives to find a way back and save his beloved, Alicia Masters. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 142 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-042

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 3. "Return from Forever!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. Can the Silver Surfer somehow find a way to breach the barrier that confines him without losing himself in the process? And if he fails, how will Alicia ever return home again? Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 144 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-044

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"Couplings!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. The Silver Surfer and Tenebrae are completely at the mercy of the diabolical Psycho-Man. Will these bitter enemies work together to escape or are they forever destined to try and destroy one another. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0717509015

Evolutionary War Crossover. Guest-starring the Eternals and the Super Skrull. Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Joe Staton and Joe Rubinstein. The High Evolutionary plans to advance humanity and he's going to use the D.N.A. of the Silver Surfer to do it. But, in order to contain such a powerful being he'll enlist others of great power to help him in his task, the god-like Eternals. Plus, witness the triumphant return of the Super Skrull (last seen in Alpha Flight #10). Nova stars in "Moth to the Flame!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Ron Lim and Chris Ivy. Story continues in Silver Surfer #15. "Mantis!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Ron Lim and Randy Emberlin. Story continues in Avengers West Coast (1985) #37. Pin-ups of all the colorful characters in the Surfer's world. Plus, Part 3 of the origin of the High Evolutionary. Story by Mark Gruenwald. Art by Paris Cullins and Tony DeZungia. 64 pages. Cover price $1.75.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 3 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-049

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1st Ron Marz work on SS (see Silver Surfer #53 for 1st work on reg. series). Jim Starlin script. Lifeform Part 4 of 4. Lightning & Stars Cover price $2.00.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 4 CBCS 6.5

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-050

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Korvac Quest Part 3. Guardians of the Galaxy. Cover price $2.00.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 5 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-030

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Return of the Defenders. Part 3 of 4. "Blood Rites!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange, Hulk, and the Sub-Mariner. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Tom Morgan. The original Defenders continue their reunion, but things go from bad to worse because Namor's body has been usurped by the villain, and the Scion of Atlantis now resides in the frail body of professional sidekick, Rick Jones. Story concludes in Doctor Strange Annual #2. "The Silver Surfer's Greatest Foes!" Written by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and James Sanders III. Firelord stars in "By Reason of Insanity!" Story by Ron Marz. Art by Karl Alstaetter and Tom Christopher. Plus, pin-ups by John Buscema, Ron Lim, Jim Lee, Rick Leonardi, Jim Starlin, and Terry Austin. 64 pages. Cover price $2.25.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 6U CBCS 9.6 Lim Unbagged Variant

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-052

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1st appearance of Legacy (son of Captain Marvel). Becomes new Captain Marvel. Cover price $2.95.

Silver Surfer (1998) Wizard 1/2 1A CBCS 9.4 Olivetti

Paper: White

Label #19-470573A-012

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Wizard 1/2 Edition.

Silver Surfer (1998) Wizard 1/2 1SILVER CBCS 8.5 Olivetti Silver foil edition Variant

Paper: White

Silver Foil Edition. COA included.

Label #21-24DD14A-019

Wizard 1/2 Silver foil edition. Includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Silver Surfer Black (2019 Marvel) 1B CGC 9.4 Parel 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Variant Edition

Label #2113327007

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Donny Cates. Art by Tradd Moore. Cover by Gerald Parel. Spinning out of GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #1, almost the entire galaxy's defenders have been blown through a black hole, including the Silver Surfer! But the story doesn't end there… In order to fight back the oblivion, Surfer will have to fight to save his own soul and not lose himself to the void. Follow the Sentinel of the Spaceways on a journey that will change him forever! From superstars Donny Cates (VENOM, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) and Tradd Moore (ALL-NEW GHOST RIDER, VENOM)! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Silver Surfer Black (2019 Marvel) 1UNKNOWN.A CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Unknown Comics Exclusive Variant.

Label #21-3246A82-018

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Unknown Comics exclusive cover by Lucio Parrillo. Written by Donny Cates. Art by Tradd Moore. Spinning out of GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #1, almost the entire galaxy's defenders have been blown through a black hole, including the Silver Surfer! But the story doesn't end there… In order to fight back the oblivion, Surfer will have to fight to save his own soul and not lose himself to the void. Follow the Sentinel of the Spaceways on a journey that will change him forever! From superstars Donny Cates (VENOM, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) and Tradd Moore (ALL-NEW GHOST RIDER, VENOM)! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Silver Surfer Warlock Resurrection (1993) 1D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-27E95DC-095

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Direct Edition. Cover by Jim Starlin. The Pact, script and art by Jim Starlin; The Silver Surfer thinks about his loss of Shalla Bal during his experience with the Great One; Pip tells him that Adam Warlock would like to see him; Drax helps Pip transport the Surfer to Monster Island to speak with Warlock; Warlock tells the Surfer that he plans to resurrect Shalla Bal; in return, Surfer must do a favor for Warlock sometime in the future; With the Surfer's help, the Soul Gem and the Mind Gem open a portal to another dimension. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Sinestro Futures End (2014) 1A CBCS 9.8 Nowlan 3-D

Paper: White

Label #19-1B4E1AF-011

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Written by Cullen Bunn. Art by Igor Lima and Ruy Jose. Cover by Kevin Nowlan. Sinestro has been imprisoned by a powerful new intergalactic force with ideals based on a twisted version of his own code! Lost in a super-max prison on the far side of the universe, he orchestrates an escape…and his revenge! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Sink (2017 Comixtribe) 2BRAINTRUST CBCS 9.8 SS Wilcox

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Steven Wilcox (With Sketch) on 3/20/2018. Steven Wilcox Exclusive

Label #18-0FD926B-072

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Brain Trust/Dallas FanDays exclusive variant by Steven Wilcox. Written by John Lees. Art by Alex Cormack. Sharon is a freelance contractor with an unusual set of talents. For those with enough money, she can make dead bodies disappear. But her latest disposal is complicated by the fact that the young man she is to get rid of may not be as dead as he first appeared. The smash-hit, off-beat crime horror series continues! 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Sirius Gallery (1999) 1999 CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Label #21-248D6B1-027

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Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Stories and art by Jason Alexander, Jason Asala, Mark Crilley, The Fillbach Brothers, Drew Hayes, Kyle Hotz, Nat Jones, Joseph Michael Linsner, Mark Smylie, Jill Thompson and Greg Williams, aka The Dark One. A sampler and pinup gallery featuring the stable of artists from Sirius Entertainment, showcasing Dawn, Poison Elves, Artesia and more. 32 pages, Full Color. Mature readers.

Skyline (2023 Verlag) 2POISON.E.FOIL NM- 9.2

Geezer Comics Exclusive Green "Poison" Full Nude Foil Cover by Sidney Augusto - Limited to 10 copies. Story by RJ Corriere and Branden Sanderson. Art by Branden Sanderson. 20 pages, full color.

Smallville The Comic (2002) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Label #22-2E003BA-031

WRITTEN BY MARK VERHEIDEN AND MICHAEL GREEN; ART BY ROY ALLAN MARTINEZ AND JOHN PAUL LEON; PHOTO COVER The WB's hit TV series is now a 64-page comics extravaganza, featuring two all-new stories based on the continuity of the show! What do you get when you mix Kryptonite and dinosaurs? A teenage raptor with a taste for Smallville students! Plus, a day in the life of Lex Luthor ? what makes him tick? And why does he really want to stay in Smallville? Rounding out the issue are exclusive interviews (and photos) with the cast and production team behind the TV series, an in-depth look at the making of the first season pilot, and a special preview of season two! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 64 PG. $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

Solar Man of the Atom (1991) 7 CBCS 9.8 SS Layton/Shooter

Paper: White

Witnessed Signatures: Bob Layton on 9/13/2015 & Jim Shooter on 10/24/2015.

Label #00-7002239-AA-029

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The saga of the two millennia war continues. Solar versus the X-O armor in "First Strike Part Three - Single Combat." Script by Jim Shooter, with art by D. David Perlin and Stan Drake. Issue also has part seven of "Alpha and Omega," a 10-part origin story of Solar Man of the Atom with script by Jim Shooter and art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Bob Layton. Each chapter of the origin story has a two-page pinup. When all 10 two-page pinups are put together, they form a gigantic page of the climax of the origin story. Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith. This issue does not have a card (coupon). Cover price $1.95.

Solar Man of the Atom (1991) 9 CBCS 9.8 SS Layton/Shooter

Paper: White

Witnessed Signatures: Bob Layton on 9/13/2015 & Jim Shooter on 10/24/2015.

Label #00-7002239-AA-038

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The most amoral, self centered, selfish, evil and remorseless being on Earth has the power to kill billions. Solar faces his greatest struggle against the deadly power of the "Godchild." Issue also has part nine of "Alpha and Omega," a 10-part origin story of Solar Man of the Atom with script by Jim Shooter and art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Bob Layton. Each chapter of the origin story has a two-page pinup. When all 10 two-page pinups are put together, they form a gigantic page of the climax of the origin story. Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith. Cover price $2.25.

Solar Man of the Atom (1991) 11 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-249A44C-011

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When a team from the Harbinger Foundation arrives to capture Solar, the Eternal Warrior tries to help. Meanwhile, Doctor Erica Pierce's powers are unleashed in "Justifiable Homcides." Guest starring the Eternal Warrior and the Geomancer. Script by Jim Shooter and art by Steve Ditko & Ted Halsted & Gonzalo Mayo. Cover price $2.25.

Solar Man of the Atom (1991) 12 CBCS 9.8 SS Shooter/Jackson/Layton

Paper: White

Witnessed Signatures: Jim Shooter on 3/26/2016, Jay Jay Jackson on 3/27/2016 & Bob Layton on 5/15/2016.

Label #16-1C4C013-079

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How Doctor Erica Pierce became Mothergod and began her evil plans for the universe is revealed to Solar and upon knowing, he tries to stop her in "...And Then There Was None," chapter nine of the "Unity" saga which involved all of the comic titles published by Valiant at the time. Script by Jim Shooter and art by Don Perlin & Stan Drake. Frank Miller cover. Cover price $2.25.

Solar Man of the Atom (1991) 13 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFC9B0-078

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Trapped by Mothergod in a place that is beyond time, space and known reality, Solar has to escape and then try to stop her in "Dreams That You Dare," chapter 17 of the "Unity" saga which involved all of the comic titles published by Valiant at the time. Script by Jim Shooter & Don Perlin and art by Don Perlin & Stan Drake. Walt Simonson cover. Cover price $2.25.

Solar Man of the Atom (2014 Dynamite) 1A CBCS 9.8 Doe

Paper: White

Label #21-26FC762-022

Cover by Juan Doe. Written by Frank J. Barbiere. Art by Joe Bennett. 'This all started with an accident…'AN ALL-NEW CORNER OF THE GOLD KEY UNIVERSE! Flooded with experimental radiation that grants him unbelievable powers, the brilliant-and-obsessive Dr. Phil Seleski seeks to unlock the secrets of the universe, begrudgingly becoming a 'hero' along the way. But can a single man be trusted with near-limitless abilities? What will this mean to the ones he loves? And will his choices lead to utter chaos and destruction? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Solarman (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2DD4007-023

Cover art by Mike Zeck. Star Burst! The Legend of Solarman, script by Stan Lee (adaptation), pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Dennis Janke; An aspiring comic book artist is given the power to become Solarman so he can save the earth from an alien overlord. The Solarman character created by David Oliphant first appeared in the Solarman: The Beginning (A Pendulum Illustrated Original) book from Pendulum Press in 1979. This comic was adapted from a Solarman TV cartoon pilot episode. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Solitaire (1993) 1U CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2AFFCAF-024

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Unbagged without card. "Pleasure Principle" - Written by Gerard Jones. Art and Cover by Jeff Johnson and Barbara Kaalberg. Solitaire is up against King Pleasure, who kidnaps and murders young runaways. Solitaire finds King Pleasure's hideout, the Pleasure Dome, and attacks him there. Along the way, we learn some ominous secrets about Solitaire and his mysterious father. Solitaire is a loner who has taken it upon himself to protect "the weirdos, the outcasts and the victims of the world, especially in Los Angeles." Playing cards -- solitaire, of course -- help him think! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

Solitaire (1993) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing to inner well of case

Label #19-2AFFCAF-027

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"Moon Madness" - Written by Gerard Jones. Art and Cover by Jeff Johnson and Barbara Kaalberg. A Break-Thru title. Moon Man and his moon cult have reacted strangely to Amber's strange transmissions. Becoming suddenly fascinated with the moon, they have taken over the Moon Ride at a Southern California amusement park, holding the tourists there as their hostages. It's up to Solitaire to transverse this craziness and save the tourists! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solitaire (1993) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFFCAF-028

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"Curse of the Monkey Woman" - Written by Gerard Jones. Art by Patrick Rolo and Bobby Rae. Cover by Jeff Johnson and Barbara Kaalberg. Young women are disappearing into a strange cult, victims of the Monkey Woman, America's most powerful voodoo queen. Solitaire learns she's using her power to profit from murderous schemes in which one of Solitaire's old acquaintances is involved. Plus, more revelations of the mysterious past of Solitaire! Also: 2-page The Night Man origin illustrated by Kevin Maguire! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solitaire (1993) 4 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFFCAF-029

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"Bad Monkey" - Written by Gerard Jones. Art and Cover by Jeff Johnson and Barbara Kaalberg. Revealed at last: the origin of Solitaire! And a bizarre twist in Solitaire's battle with his father's forces, as his final showdown with the Monkey Woman and her army of Simian assassins leads to a shocking revelation about his father's voodoo connections! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solo Avengers (1987 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4427342021

"Here Comes Hawkeye" Part 1 of 5. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Mark Bright. Inks by Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Mark Bright and Joe Rubinstein. Finally, the Avengers' ace archer in his own series! Hawkeye performs a benefit archery show at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, but his mentor from long ago plans to ruin the event! First appearance of Trick Shot. Cameo appearance by Wonder Man. Second story: "Listen to the Mockingbird" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Jim Lee. Inks by Al Williamson. Mockingbird tries to catch Hawkeye in his dressing room before his charity performance, but Clint is not there. However, Trick Shot's henchmen are, and they are looking for a fight! (Note: The letters page includes an essay from Mark Gruenwald detailing the plans for the Solo Avengers series.) 32 pages Cover price $0.75.

Solo Avengers (1987 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4427342019

"Here Comes Hawkeye" Part 1 of 5. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Mark Bright. Inks by Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Mark Bright and Joe Rubinstein. Finally, the Avengers' ace archer in his own series! Hawkeye performs a benefit archery show at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, but his mentor from long ago plans to ruin the event! First appearance of Trick Shot. Cameo appearance by Wonder Man. Second story: "Listen to the Mockingbird" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Jim Lee. Inks by Al Williamson. Mockingbird tries to catch Hawkeye in his dressing room before his charity performance, but Clint is not there. However, Trick Shot's henchmen are, and they are looking for a fight! (Note: The letters page includes an essay from Mark Gruenwald detailing the plans for the Solo Avengers series.) 32 pages Cover price $0.75.

Solo Avengers (1987 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4427342020

"Here Comes Hawkeye" Part 1 of 5. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Mark Bright. Inks by Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Mark Bright and Joe Rubinstein. Finally, the Avengers' ace archer in his own series! Hawkeye performs a benefit archery show at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, but his mentor from long ago plans to ruin the event! First appearance of Trick Shot. Cameo appearance by Wonder Man. Second story: "Listen to the Mockingbird" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Jim Lee. Inks by Al Williamson. Mockingbird tries to catch Hawkeye in his dressing room before his charity performance, but Clint is not there. However, Trick Shot's henchmen are, and they are looking for a fight! (Note: The letters page includes an essay from Mark Gruenwald detailing the plans for the Solo Avengers series.) 32 pages Cover price $0.75.

Solo Avengers (1987 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4427342018

"Here Comes Hawkeye" Part 1 of 5. Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Mark Bright. Inks by Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Mark Bright and Joe Rubinstein. Finally, the Avengers' ace archer in his own series! Hawkeye performs a benefit archery show at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, but his mentor from long ago plans to ruin the event! First appearance of Trick Shot. Cameo appearance by Wonder Man. Second story: "Listen to the Mockingbird" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Jim Lee. Inks by Al Williamson. Mockingbird tries to catch Hawkeye in his dressing room before his charity performance, but Clint is not there. However, Trick Shot's henchmen are, and they are looking for a fight! (Note: The letters page includes an essay from Mark Gruenwald detailing the plans for the Solo Avengers series.) 32 pages Cover price $0.75.

Solution (1994) 0 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case; Debris trapped between case and inner well

Label #19-2AFFCAF-030

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Written by James D. Hudnall. Art and Cover by Darick Robertson and Barbara Kaalberg. The Solution goes to a safe house for training, but three Darkurian commandos find them! 32 pages, full color.

Solution (1994) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFFCAF-033

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Rune flip-book by Barry Windsor-Smith; 1 page Mighty Magnor by Sergio Aragones. "Showdown" - Written by James Hudnall. Art and Cover by Darick Robertson and Mike Miller. The Solution -- ultraheroes for hire -- has a new client: the former Soviet Union. Missiles are missing and The Solution has to find them before Rex Mundi and Quattro get their hands on these ultimate weapons. Plus: Rune flip-book by Barry Windsor-Smith, Chris Ulm and John Floyd! Also: 1-page Mighty Magnor story "Last Part" by Mark Evanier and Sergio Aragones! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

Solution (1994) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFFCAF-034

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"The Hunted" - Written by James Hudnall. Art and Cover by Darick Robertson and Barbara Kaalberg. The Solution goes to Hollywood. Their new client, located in Los Angeles, must meet with Tech and the rest of the team. Vurk, not wanting the added publicity, parts from the group, only to meet with a menace of his own. Can Vurk survive a fight with a lethal ultrahunter? Or will Shadowmage be able to save the day? Guest appearances by Hardcase, Choice, The Alternate and Harmonica! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solution (1994) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFFCAF-035

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"Racing To The Moon" - Written by James Hudnall. Art by Darick Robertson and Barbara Kaalberg. Gatefold Cover by Darick Robertson and Mike Miller. A Break-Thru title. Hardcase and The Solution are hot on the trail of the source of power which Amber is channeling. The race is on. Will they beat Mundi's agents to the artifact's location and prevent them from using the power source to advance Mundi's mad schemes of destroying all the ultras on Earth? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solution (1994) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Debris trapped between case and inner well

Label #19-2AFFCAF-036

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"It's a Hard World" - Written by James Hudnall. Art by Alan Jacobsen and Larry Welch. Cover by Tim Divar and Larry Welch. DropKick goes solo with his first case, more deadly than anything faced by The Solution! Can DropKick save a child's life as his former masters, the inscrutable, all powerful Monks of the Trine, shadow his every move? Plus: 2-page The Strangers origin illustrated by Adam Hughes! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Solution (1994) 6 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2AFFCAF-037

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"Payback: Part One" - Written by James D. Hudnall. Art by John Statema, Dennis Jensen and Mark Stegbauer. Cover by Kevin Maguire. Beginning the three part origin of The Solution. Lela Cho inherits a huge electronics firm only to lose it to a criminal organization. She develops a "Solution" to her problem. Be there when it all starts! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Son of Satan (1975) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #21-2AF7A13-038

"The Homecoming." Script by John Warner, art by Jim Mooney. Splash page pencilled by Jim Starlin. Daimon Hellstrom is the son of Satan, born of a human mother, so his two natures are constantly at war. A warrior of God, he seeks to destroy his father's minions lest they consume the world of man. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A # 13 (Dr. Strange by Steve Ditko). The Hulk stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twins of Evil!" Gil Kane cover pencils, Mike Esposito cover inks. Cover price $0.25.

Son of Satan (1975) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white

Label #4427612014

"The Homecoming." Script by John Warner, art by Jim Mooney. Splash page pencilled by Jim Starlin. Daimon Hellstrom is the son of Satan, born of a human mother, so his two natures are constantly at war. A warrior of God, he seeks to destroy his father's minions lest they consume the world of man. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A # 13 (Dr. Strange by Steve Ditko). The Hulk stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twins of Evil!" Gil Kane cover pencils, Mike Esposito cover inks. Cover price $0.25.

Spawn (Brazilian 1996-2005 Editora Abril) 9 GD 2.0

Brazilian reprint series. Portuguese language.

Spawn 25th Anniversary Director's Cut (2017 Image) 1B CGC 9.6 Crain Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover B

Label #4415127017

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Story and Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Clayton Crain. 2017 marks the 25th anniversary of SPAWN, created by TODD McFARLANE. Spawn debuted to the public, selling 1.7 million copies in 1992 and is on track to be the longest running independent comic ever. Director's Cut edition of SPAWN #1 includes: Original SPAWN #1 art boards, Page commentary by TODD McFARLANE. Vintage surprises from the early days of SPAWN. 36 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $4.99.

Special Edition Comics (1940) 1 FR 1.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

INCOMPLETE. Piece missing from last page, interrupts art. RESTORATION. Tear seal and color touch. Archival tape along spine and edges with some married pages. Cover coming loose at one staple and centerfold detached. Staples added (not manufacturing). Water damage and interior cover tape.

Special Edition Comics #1, published in 1940 by Fawcett Publications, was the only issue of the title. It appeared on the newsstands several months before Captain Marvel Adventures #1, and at the same time Whiz #8 was released. Note the costume of Captain Marvel shown on the cover. In this early version, he has a buckle on his sash with the initial M, does not have a buttoned shirt flap, and his arm bands are a bit different. Cover art by C. C. Beck. Untitled story, script by Bill Parker, art by C. C. Beck; Billy is stunned, like the rest of the crowd, when the challenger in the heavy weight boxing match knocks out the champion with one punch; Trying to get an interview, Billy learns the truth behind what happened and is captured by a giant ape who is actually Dr. Allirog, who works for Slaughter Slade. "The Haunted House," script by Bill Parker, pencils, pencils by C. C. Beck, inks by C. C. Beck and Pete Costanza (backgrounds); In 1890, a recluse millionaire, with his dying breath, informs his servant that no one is to enter this house after his death; Anyone doing so will fall under the dying man's curse that will follow them to their grave. "Gamblers of Death," script by Bill Parker, pencils by C. C. Beck, inks by Pete Costanza; Risking death, Billy investigates a phantom gambling ring which uses men's lives as chips in a fantastic game of murder for money. "Sivana the Weather Wizard," script by Bill Parker, art by C. C. Beck; Billy seeks to learn why there has been ten times as much damage by tornado, earthquake, hail storms, and floods than the previous. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1497596002

"Twice Stings The Tarantula!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Sal Buscema and John Romita. The first issue of a brand new series for Spider-Man! The story opens with a bang as the Tarantula kidnaps the Empire State University vice-chancellor, despite the best efforts of the web-slinger, Flash Thompson, and Mary Jane Watson! Next, the Tarantula tries to kill the mayor, but this time the Spectacular Spider-Man is ready! Can the wall-crawler beat the Tarantula and save Mayor Abe Beame? First appearance of Edward Lansky (aka Lightmaster). (Notes: The Spectacular Spider-Man series became the third monthly title for Spider-Man. The first issue of the series debuted the same month as Amazing Spider-Man 163 and Marvel Team-Up 52. The letters page contains an essay from Gerry Conway describing the plans for the new Spider-Man title.) 32 pages Cover price $0.30.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4372836010

"Twice Stings The Tarantula!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Sal Buscema and John Romita. The first issue of a brand new series for Spider-Man! The story opens with a bang as the Tarantula kidnaps the Empire State University vice-chancellor, despite the best efforts of the web-slinger, Flash Thompson, and Mary Jane Watson! Next, the Tarantula tries to kill the mayor, but this time the Spectacular Spider-Man is ready! Can the wall-crawler beat the Tarantula and save Mayor Abe Beame? First appearance of Edward Lansky (aka Lightmaster). (Notes: The Spectacular Spider-Man series became the third monthly title for Spider-Man. The first issue of the series debuted the same month as Amazing Spider-Man 163 and Marvel Team-Up 52. The letters page contains an essay from Gerry Conway describing the plans for the new Spider-Man title.) 32 pages Cover price $0.30.