Auctions: comic books published May 1969 or later

Astonishing Tales (1970) 25 VG/FN 5.0

This issue not only marks George Perez's first pro comic art, but the first appearance of Deathlok! Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Klaus Janson. A Cold Knight's Frenzy, script by Rich Buckler (Plot; Concept) and Doug Moench (Script), pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Rich Buckler (Primary Inks), Klaus Janson (Ink Assist), Al Milgrom (Ink Assist), and Mike Esposito (Ink Assist); Deathlok is shown to be a robot with a human mind that has the ability to override its programming; Deathlok has a flashback showing that his old army buddy Major Simon Riker is responsible for his creation. Stan Lee's Soapbox, art by Rich Buckler. Creation of Deathlok article, art by Rich Buckler. Promo for Giant-Size Spider-Man #1. Deathlok creation satire, script by Doug Moench, pencils by George Perez, inks by Mike Esposito; George Perez' first published work. Marvel Value Stamp #68 featuring Daimon Hellstrom [Son of Satan]. 36 pgs. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Astonishing Tales (1970) 25 GD/VG 3.0

This issue not only marks George Perez's first pro comic art, but the first appearance of Deathlok! Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Klaus Janson. A Cold Knight's Frenzy, script by Rich Buckler (Plot; Concept) and Doug Moench (Script), pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Rich Buckler (Primary Inks), Klaus Janson (Ink Assist), Al Milgrom (Ink Assist), and Mike Esposito (Ink Assist); Deathlok is shown to be a robot with a human mind that has the ability to override its programming; Deathlok has a flashback showing that his old army buddy Major Simon Riker is responsible for his creation. Stan Lee's Soapbox, art by Rich Buckler. Creation of Deathlok article, art by Rich Buckler. Promo for Giant-Size Spider-Man #1. Deathlok creation satire, script by Doug Moench, pencils by George Perez, inks by Mike Esposito; George Perez' first published work. Marvel Value Stamp #68 featuring Daimon Hellstrom [Son of Satan]. 36 pgs. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Astonishing Tales Lot of 10

Issues 4, 12, 14, 28, 30, 31, and 33-36 of Astonishing Tales (1970). Most will grade in the FN range with #4, #12, and #14 grading GD.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4680529007

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.8 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618712005

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.8 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618712006

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.6 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4680883004

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3897954017

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1620478038

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1291078008

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3762757013

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3852346002

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #2102026019

There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

Atari Force Lot of 12

Issues 1-12 of Atari Force (1984). Most will grade in the VF to FN range.

Atlas Romance Lot of 3

Issues My Romance (1948) 1; Patsy Walker (1945) 37; and True Secrets (1950) 7. Most will grade in the FR/GD to GD range.

Atomic Robo (2007) 1A FN

First Printing. by Clevinger & Wegener The action-science adventures of Nikola Tesla's automated intelligence machine begin in 1938. Atomic Robo is secretly hired by the U.S. Army to infiltrate the hidden Himalayan mountain base of Baron Heinrich Von Helsingard before he perfects a superweapon for the Nazis. Cover price $2.95.

Attack of the Silver Surfer Girl Print by Budd Root

Print on heavy stock. 8 1/2" x 11".

Author Immortal (2025 Image) 1C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover C.

Label #4653005005

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Frank J. Barbiere. Art by Morgan Beem. Cover by Jorge Corona. A story about the stories that shape us — and the power they still hold. Hector Ramirez is a failed writer who gets the opportunity of a lifetime: to help reboot the fantasy book series that defined his childhood. But when he discovers the original author has mysteriously vanished into his fictional world, Hector is pulled into a realm where stories are alive, and some are willing to kill to stay in control. From acclaimed writer Frank J. Barbiere (Five Ghosts, Violent Love) and rising-star watercolor artist Morgan Beem (Swamp Thing: Twin Branches, You Belong Here) comes a literary fantasy for fans of Locke & Key, The Magicians, and Saga with an oversized 40-page debut issue. The Author Immortal is a bold new ongoing series about legacy, imagination, and reclaiming the power of storytelling. Cover price $4.99.

Author Immortal (2025 Image) 1D.ERROR CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover D.

Label #4653005006

Error edition of the 1:50 retailer incentive variant, WITHOUT a foil cover. Written by Frank J. Barbiere. Art by Morgan Beem. Cover by Yuko Shimizu. A story about the stories that shape us — and the power they still hold. Hector Ramirez is a failed writer who gets the opportunity of a lifetime: to help reboot the fantasy book series that defined his childhood. But when he discovers the original author has mysteriously vanished into his fictional world, Hector is pulled into a realm where stories are alive, and some are willing to kill to stay in control. From acclaimed writer Frank J. Barbiere (Five Ghosts, Violent Love) and rising-star watercolor artist Morgan Beem (Swamp Thing: Twin Branches, You Belong Here) comes a literary fantasy for fans of Locke & Key, The Magicians, and Saga with an oversized 40-page debut issue. The Author Immortal is a bold new ongoing series about legacy, imagination, and reclaiming the power of storytelling. Cover price $4.99.

Authority (1999 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4669643009

Wraparound cover pencils by Bryan Hitch, inks by Paul Neary. "The Circle - One of Four," script by Warren Ellis, pencils by Bryan Hitch, inks by Paul Neary; Half of Moscow is destroyed as a large number of superhumans attack the city and destroy large chunks of it, as well as killing several hundreds of people; In New York City, in the United Nations building, Jackson King and Christine Trelane sit and gather reports on Moscow's situation; King expresses his disgust at no longer having a StormWatch team to deal with international crises; Suddenly, a glowing yellow Door appears, and Jenny Sparks comes through it, informing them that she had formed her own team after StormWatch was retired; She assures them the Moscow situation will be dealt with. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 65 CGC 6.0

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #4240957012

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.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 66 GD/VG 3.0

Centerfold detached at one staple.

First 15 cent issue. "Betrayal!" Part 1 of 3. First appearance and use of adamantium. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith. Inks by Syd Shores. Cover by John Buscema and Sam Grainger. Onboard the SHIELD Helicarrier, Earth's Mightiest Heroes test a new metal alloy called adamantium! The metal is so strong that even Thor's hammer cannot fracture it! Wow, what would happen if this awesome alloy fell into the wrong hands? Regrettably, the Avengers don't have to wait long for the answer as the Vision steals the adamantium and then ambushes his fellow avengers inside the mansion! What a shocking development! Could things get any worse? Perhaps only if the Vision's robotic creator were to suddenly appear! An excellent issue! Cameo appearance by Ultron-6. Avengers Lineup: Goliath, Iron Man, Thor, Vision, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Ultron previously appeared (as Ultron-5) in Avengers 57. This is the first of the five issues that Barry Windsor-Smith drew for the Avengers title (1st series): issues 66, 67, 98, 99, and 100. The letters page includes a letter from writer James Van Hise. This story was reprinted in Marvel Super Action 27.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 66 GD/VG 3.0

First 15 cent issue. "Betrayal!" Part 1 of 3. First appearance and use of adamantium. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith. Inks by Syd Shores. Cover by John Buscema and Sam Grainger. Onboard the SHIELD Helicarrier, Earth's Mightiest Heroes test a new metal alloy called adamantium! The metal is so strong that even Thor's hammer cannot fracture it! Wow, what would happen if this awesome alloy fell into the wrong hands? Regrettably, the Avengers don't have to wait long for the answer as the Vision steals the adamantium and then ambushes his fellow avengers inside the mansion! What a shocking development! Could things get any worse? Perhaps only if the Vision's robotic creator were to suddenly appear! An excellent issue! Cameo appearance by Ultron-6. Avengers Lineup: Goliath, Iron Man, Thor, Vision, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Ultron previously appeared (as Ultron-5) in Avengers 57. This is the first of the five issues that Barry Windsor-Smith drew for the Avengers title (1st series): issues 66, 67, 98, 99, and 100. The letters page includes a letter from writer James Van Hise. This story was reprinted in Marvel Super Action 27.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 69 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4704565006

"Let the Game Begin!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Sam Grainger. Cover by Sal Buscema and Sam Grainger. Fate of Tony Stark: Part 3 of 4 - After the events of Iron Man 18, Earth's Mightiest Heroes rush to the hospital to check on the condition of their benefactor, Tony Stark! While waiting in Tony's room, the Wasp notices a small doll lying on the floor. But it's not a small doll; it's a small man…the Growing Man! And in a matter of minutes the alien stimuloid surges to thirty-feet tall and grabs Tony! The Avengers begin pursuing the Growing Man but are suddenly halted and whisked away to another place and time! Wow, who could have done that? Who else…but the Master of Time! Kang the Conqueror has transported the Avengers to the 41st century to fight as his pawns in the game of the galaxies! And the game starts next issue vs. the Squadron Sinister! First appearances of the Grandmaster, Kyle Richmond (cameo), and the Squadron Sinister (cameo). Additional cameo appearances by Ravonna, Doctor Spectrum, Hyperion, Nighthawk (aka Kyle Richmond), and the Whizzer. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Goliath, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor, Vision, Yellowjacket, and the Wasp. (Notes: This is the first appearance of Kyle Richmond who would eventually become a long-time member of the Defenders. The Whizzer is a new villain not to be confused with the golden age Whizzer (aka Bob Frank). Kang and the Growing Man previously appeared in Thor 140. The Avengers last fought Kang in Avengers 23 & 24.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 71 FN- 5.5

"Endgame!" Part 3 of 3. Guest-starring the Invaders (first appearance). Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Sam Grainger. Cover by Buscema and Grainger. The Avengers battle the Invaders in 1941 occupied France! Cameo appearances by Ravonna and the original 6th century Black Knight (aka Sir Percy). Notes: The plot of Avengers 71 overlaps with Invaders Annual 1 published eight years later in 1977. The last page is a pin-up featuring the Avengers. Kang returns in Incredible Hulk 135. This is the second appearance of the original Human Torch in Silver Age/Bronze Age continuity. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Super Action 32 and Giant Size (2008) Avengers Invaders. 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 73 VG+ 4.5

"The Sting of the Serpent" Part 1 of 2. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Frank Giacoia. Inks by Sam Grainger. Cover by Marie Severin and Sam Grainger. The Sons of the Serpent prowl New York City once again! And the venomous hate group has a new target! An up-and-coming singer named Monica Lynne! But fortunately for the talented vocalist, she has a guardian angel or perhaps better yet…a guardian panther! The Black Panther successfully stops the serpents' abduction attempt of Monica! However, the next day when T'Challa hunts the serpents on his own, he falls prey to the radical supremacist group! The Sons of the Serpent have the panther! Will the Avengers be next? First appearance of Monica Lynne. Flashback cameos by Bill Foster and Captain America to recap the serpents' previous encounter with Earth's Mightiest Heroes in Avengers 32 & 33. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Goliath, Vision, Yellowjacket, and the Wasp. (Notes: This issue features a classic Marie Severin cover. Her most well-known Avengers cover and one of the very few she penciled for the Avengers series.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 77 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4727469013

"Heroes for Hire!" Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Earth's Mightiest Heroes go to work! And unfortunately for the highest bidder Cornelius Van Lunt! Due to Stark Industries' financial woes caused by a hostile takeover attempt (by the aforementioned Mr. Van Lunt), the Avengers must come up with the back rent long overdue on their Fifth Avenue Mansion! So now it's time to punch the clock! But after completing their first paid assignment; Pietro and T'Challa sense that something isn't quite right about their working arrangement with Mr. Van Lunt! Are Earth's Mightiest Heroes going to walk off the job? Not until they put the Split-Second Squad out of business! First appearance of the Split-Second Squad. Cameo appearance by Johnny Carson. Flashback cameo by Tony Stark. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Goliath, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, and the Vision. 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 79 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2099712010

"Lo! The Lethal Legion!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by John Buscema. The Grim Reaper is back with a new scheme to destroy the Avengers! And this time Eric Williams has brought along some super-powered helpers: the Swordsman, Living Laser, Power Man, and the Man-Ape! Truly a Lethal Legion! But Earth's Mightiest Heroes have responded by summoning the golden avenger and the thunder god to their ranks! After the Black Panther momentarily escapes and warns his teammates about the reaper's plan, the colossal clash begins! The Mighty Avengers vs. the Lethal Legion in the heart of Avengers Mansion! While the battle rages the Grim Reaper's gang appears to seize the upper hand, but looks can be deceiving! As the Vision will prove! Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Goliath, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The Grim Reaper returns in Avengers 102. The Swordsman appears next in Avengers 100. The Grim Reaper discovers the connection between Wonder Man (aka Simon Williams) and the Vision in this issue. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 83 VG- 3.5

"Come on in, the Revolution's Fine!" Guest-starring Medusa and the Black Widow. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. One of the landmark issues of the bronze age! While Earth's Mightiest Heroes participate in the Halloween parade in Rutland, Vermont; something very strange is taking place at Avengers Mansion! A new superhero called the Valkyrie assembles the Wasp, Scarlet Witch, Black Widow, and Medusa for a special ladies only meeting! The manipulative Valkyrie (with an Asgardian accent) convinces the four heroines to form their own group called the Lady Liberators! And take revenge on their male counterparts in the Avengers! Wow, women's lib to the max! But minutes before the liberators arrive in the green mountain state, the Masters of Evil ambush the Avengers' parade float! Earth's Mightiest Heroes reel under the Masters of Evil's surprise assault until the Lady Liberators strike back…against both teams! Pure chaos in the streets of Rutland! Who could orchestrate such a wild affair? Only an enchanting foe from years ago! Truly an Avengers classic! Cameo appearances by Roy Thomas, Jean Thomas, and Tom Fagan. Cameo Halloween costume appearances by Batman, Captain America, Daredevil, Deadman, Doctor Doom, Dr. Strange, Nighthawk, Sub-Mariner, Thor, and the Red Skull. Flashback cameos by Odin and the Executioner. Masters of Evil Lineup: Klaw, Melter, Whirlwind, and the Radioactive Man. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Goliath, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and the Wasp. (Notes: This is the first appearance or incarnation of the Valkyrie; but not the one of long-time Defenders fame. The next Valkyrie appears in Incredible Hulk 142. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Treasury Edition 7 (published in 1975) and again in Marvel Illustrated Books: The Avengers -- Origin of the Vision (published in 1982). The Avengers return to Rutland for another Halloween parade in Avengers 119.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.15.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 95 VG 4.0

"Something Inhuman This Way Comes..!" Part 7 of 9. Guest-starring Black Bolt and Triton. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Neal Adams. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. With a direct blast from his power pods, the golden avenger knocks out the Mandroids! And now the Avengers are free to go after the Skrulls in outer space! But hold on...Triton of the Inhumans suddenly appears and begs Earth's Mightiest Heroes for help! The Kree have installed Maximus as the new ruler of the Great Refuge! And exiled Black Bolt to San Francisco of all places! Once Cap and Goliath recover Black Bolt from the Bay Area, the Mighty Avengers assemble in the Hidden Land to overthrow Maximus the Mad! Can Earth's Mightiest Heroes liberate the Great Refuge and check the Kree's earthward advance? A tremendous issue! Cameo appearances by Nick Fury, Captain Marvel, Quicksilver, the Scarlet Witch, and Supreme Intelligence. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Goliath, Iron Man, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: This issue's brilliant artwork begins with the classic splash page depicting Triton coming out of the water... and ends with Captain America looking up to the heavens and shaking his fist at the Kree and the Skrulls. Elements of the plot from Amazing Adventures (2nd series) 10 continue in this issue. Additional details of Black Bolt's origin are revealed during the story. There is some question as to whether Neal Adams contributed pencils to the cover.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 96 CGC 8.5 SS Palmer/Thomas/Adams

Paper: Off white to white

Signed by Tom Palmer on 9/5/14, Roy Thomas & Neal Adams on 8/16/15.

Label #1183527005

"The Andromeda Swarm!" Part 8 of 9. Guest-starring Captain Marvel. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Neal Adams. Inks by Tom Palmer. Cover by Neal Adams and Tom Palmer. Finally, the Avengers blast off into outer space to take the fight to the Kree and the Skrulls! On the edge of the AndromedaGalaxy, Earth's Mightiest Heroes engage the awesome Skrull armada! Cap, Shell-Head, Thor, and the Vision attack the armada's flagship hoping to turn back the entire fleet! During the ferocious battle inside, the Avengershear about the Skrulls' secret plan to destroy the Earth! And as shown on the dynamic cover, an enraged Vision will do whatever it takes to uncover the devious plan (and rescue the Scarlet Witch)! Meanwhile on Hala, the Kree home planet; the power struggle between the Supreme Intelligence and Ronan the Accuser quietly rages behind the scenes...with Rick Jones caught in the middle! Cameo appearances by Nick Fury and Annihilus. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Goliath, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 98 VG/FN 5.0

"Let Slip the Dogs of War!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith. Inks by Sal Buscema. Cover by John Buscema and Barry Windsor-Smith. The remarkable Kree/Skrull war is over! But there isn't any time to rest for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Ares, the Greek god of war, stokes a riot in downtown Manhattan by mind-controlling the nearby residents! When the Avengers and Rick Jones arrive to restore the peace, they fall under Ares' trance too! The only heroes left unaffected are Thor and the Vision! But before the Prince of Asgard and the synthezoid avenger can challenge Ares, they must first fend off their teammates! The Vision battles Shell-Head while Thor takes on Cap, Wanda, and Pietro! Everything is going Ares' way! How will the Avengers turn the tide? Cameo appearance by Hercules. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: Ares previously appeared in Avengers 50. Clint Barton returns to his Hawkeye identity. The letters page includes a lengthy letter from fantasy novelist Stephen R. Donaldson (of Chronicles of Thomas Covenant fame) and a letter from comics writer Michael P. Higgins. This three-part story was reprinted in Avengers (3rd series) 48.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 98 VG+ 4.5

"Let Slip the Dogs of War!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith. Inks by Sal Buscema. Cover by John Buscema and Barry Windsor-Smith. The remarkable Kree/Skrull war is over! But there isn't any time to rest for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Ares, the Greek god of war, stokes a riot in downtown Manhattan by mind-controlling the nearby residents! When the Avengers and Rick Jones arrive to restore the peace, they fall under Ares' trance too! The only heroes left unaffected are Thor and the Vision! But before the Prince of Asgard and the synthezoid avenger can challenge Ares, they must first fend off their teammates! The Vision battles Shell-Head while Thor takes on Cap, Wanda, and Pietro! Everything is going Ares' way! How will the Avengers turn the tide? Cameo appearance by Hercules. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: Ares previously appeared in Avengers 50. Clint Barton returns to his Hawkeye identity. The letters page includes a lengthy letter from fantasy novelist Stephen R. Donaldson (of Chronicles of Thomas Covenant fame) and a letter from comics writer Michael P. Higgins. This three-part story was reprinted in Avengers (3rd series) 48.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 106 CGC 5.5 SS Englehart

Paper: Off white to white

Signed by Steve Englehart on 6/15/24

Label #4444121003

"A Traitor Stalks Among Us!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Rich Buckler and George Tuska. Inks by Dave Cockrum. Cover by Rich Buckler and Frank Giacoia. Wanda has found another lead in the search for her missing brother. In hopes of finding Pietro, four avengers explore an underground tunnel in Manhattan! But something strange is going on beneath the streets...and the Black Panther, Scarlet Witch, Iron Man, and Hawkeye suddenly begin fighting one another! Could an old foe from long ago be manipulating the Avengers? Or maybe a super-villain of more recent vintage? Perhaps the answer is both! Meanwhile at Avengers Mansion, the Vision continues to ponder the Grim Reaper's offer to inhabit Simon Williams' comatose body. Captain America attempts to counsel the synthezoid avenger, but is interrupted by Rick Jones' barging into the mansion! Upon seeing Rick, the shield-slinger suffers a flashback to a battle vs. Hydra several months ago (in Captain America 113)! Very strange indeed! Cameo appearances by Captain Marvel and the Grim Reaper. (Note: The Space Phantom previously appeared way back in Avengers (1st series) 2.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 111 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4723168006

"With Two Beside Them!" Part 3 of 3. Guest-starring the Black Widow, Daredevil, and the X-Men. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Don Heck. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by John Romita and Joe Sinnott. Story continues from Daredevil 99 (part 2). Magneto stands triumphant! The X-Men's long-time foe and his lackey, the Piper, have taken Captain America, Iron Man, and the Scarlet Witch prisoner along with Professor X, Cyclops, Marvel Girl, and Iceman! And now the Master of Magnetism is planning to raid a top secret meeting of the Atomic Energy Commission! However, since their defeat last issue, the remaining avengers have been busy recruiting superhero help! Namely Daredevil and the Black Widow! When Earth's Mightiest Heroes at last locate Magneto's underground lair, the super showdown begins! Will the Avengers finally repulse the Master of Magnetism? Cameo appearance by Hawkeye. Flashback cameos by Angel, Quicksilver, Mastermind, and the Toad. (Notes: Magneto appears next in Defenders 15. The Avengers battle Magneto again in Super-Villain Team-Up 14.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 117 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4735814008

"Holocaust" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 5 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders and Sunfire. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by John Romita and Mike Esposito. Story continues from Defenders 9. The Dread Dormammu is shocked to discover that the Avengers are battling the Defenders for the Evil Eye! However, the Defenders are having success, so he elects not to intervene at the moment. In the Southern hemisphere, a Bolivian castle is the setting for the next superhero showdown featuring superior swordplay! Valkyrie enters the castle first, but the former super-villain turned avenger interrupts her search! The Asgardian defender has the edge in strength, while the Swordsman has the edge in skill! Which warrior will prevail? Meanwhile on the other side of the world in Japan, the stage is set for a classic confrontation! Captain America vs. the Sub-Mariner! These two men previously fought as allies in the Land of the Rising Sun during World War II, but today they fight as adversaries for the Evil Eye! Just an awesome battle! And it gets even better when Sunfire joins the mix! A fantastic issue! Story continues in Defenders 10. (Note: Sunfire previously appeared in Sub-Mariner 54 and appears next in Iron Man 68.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 117 CGC 6.5 SS Englehart

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Label #4444121017

"Holocaust" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 5 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders and Sunfire. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by John Romita and Mike Esposito. Story continues from Defenders 9. The Dread Dormammu is shocked to discover that the Avengers are battling the Defenders for the Evil Eye! However, the Defenders are having success, so he elects not to intervene at the moment. In the Southern hemisphere, a Bolivian castle is the setting for the next superhero showdown featuring superior swordplay! Valkyrie enters the castle first, but the former super-villain turned avenger interrupts her search! The Asgardian defender has the edge in strength, while the Swordsman has the edge in skill! Which warrior will prevail? Meanwhile on the other side of the world in Japan, the stage is set for a classic confrontation! Captain America vs. the Sub-Mariner! These two men previously fought as allies in the Land of the Rising Sun during World War II, but today they fight as adversaries for the Evil Eye! Just an awesome battle! And it gets even better when Sunfire joins the mix! A fantastic issue! Story continues in Defenders 10. (Note: Sunfire previously appeared in Sub-Mariner 54 and appears next in Iron Man 68.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 118 CGC 9.6

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Label #4723170005

"To The Death!" Avengers-Defenders crossover. Part 7 of 8. Guest-starring the Defenders. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito and Frank Giacoia. Cover by Bob Brown and John Romita. One of the classic Avengers issues of the bronze age! Story continues from Defenders 10. At last the truth stands revealed! Dormammu and Loki have tricked the Avengers and Defenders into gathering the Evil Eye! And now Dormammu has the Evil Eye and is using it to merge his dark dimension with Earth's! The fourteen super-heroes have one hour to beat the powerful super-villains before chaos envelopes the universe! Once inside the dark realm, the Dread One wipes out the Defenders! And after quicksand bogs down five avengers, only three remain to make the final charge! But when the thunder god and the golden avenger fall, the final hope of the universe rests with the Scarlet Witch! In the depths of the dark realm, can Wanda deliver the coup de grâce to the Dread Dormammu? Avengers Assemble! Story continues in Defenders 11. Cameo appearances by Contessa Valentina Allegro, Dum Dum Dugan, Nick Fury, the Watcher, Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, Black Bolt, Gorgon, Karnak, Dracula, Ghost Rider, Luke Cage, Man-Thing, Ka-Zar, Zabu, Thanos, Adam Warlock, and Doctor Doom. (Notes: The Avengers-Defenders Clash was a masterpiece by Steve Englehart that set the standard for multi-issue crossovers (that have become much more common in the modern age). Crossover stories greater than 2 or 3 issues were very rare in the silver and bronze ages. The Avengers-Defenders Clash was reprinted in a trade paperback in 2002 and again in a hard cover edition in 2007. The Avengers appear in a cameo role in the final part of the story in Defenders 11. Dormammu returns in Doctor Strange (2nd series) 6. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Ralph Macchio.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 119 FN+ 6.5

"Night of the Collector" Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Don Heck. Cover by John Romita. The Avengers' cataclysmic confrontation with Dormammu is over, and now the team is ready for rest and relaxation. To that end Earth's Mightiest Heroes participate in the Halloween parade in Rutland, Vermont! However, an old acquaintance with a penchant for collecting super-heroes is also present in the Green Mountain State on this all hallows eve! The ancient elder's plan gets off to a good start as the golden avenger, shield-slinger, thunder god, and panther fall before his arcane might! But four avengers remain on the loose! And with help from the local townsfolk, the four heroes will attempt to corral the Collector! Cameo appearances by Loki and Tom Fagan. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The Collector previously appeared in Iron Man (1st series) 26 and returns in Incredible Hulk 197. The Avengers also attended the Rutland parade in Avengers 83.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 121 FN/VF 7.0

"Houses Divided Cannot Stand!" Part 2 of 3. Script by Steve Englehart. Art by John Buscema (layouts) and Don Heck (finishes). Cover by Ron Wilson and John Romita. At the World Trade Center, the ferocious battle between the Avengers and the Zodiac rages! After the Sentinel of Liberty joins the fight the tide turns in favor of the heroes! But when Aries throws Mantis off one of the 110-story towers, the tide takes a lethal turn! However in spectacular style, the Vision dramatically saves Mantis from certain death! Several hours later Earth's Mightiest Heroes track the Zodiac to Cornelius Van Lunt's New Jersey headquarters. And for the third time in as many days, the Mighty Avengers throw down with the super-villains from the stars! Meanwhile, as she recovers from her injuries, Mantis remains thoroughly impressed with the synthezoid avenger. Is that going to cause problems between her and the Swordsman? Stay tuned! Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #84 Dr. Doom. The bullpen bonus page contains promotional stamp #5 the Hulk. The promotional stamp is not to be confused with the actual series A stamp #5.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 122 FN+ 6.5

"Trapped in Outer Space!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. Mere seconds ago Earth's Mightiest Heroes invaded Cornelius Van Lunt's New Jersey warehouse! But little did they realize the warehouse was actually a spaceship! And now five avengers and seven renegade zodiac are rocketing into outer space! Will the Avengers find their destiny written in the stars? Hopefully not like this! Fortunately though, another rebellious zodiac member, Libra, steals Taurus' star-cruiser and rescues both the heroes and the villains! And that sets the stage for one last free-for-all between the Avengers and the Zodiac! Can Thor, Shell-Head, T'Challa, Mantis, Wanda, and the Vision finally knock down the twelve houses of the Zodiac? Last 20¢ issue. (Notes: The cover to Avengers 122 is widely considered one of Gil Kane's best for Marvel. The Avengers on the cover are busting through pages from issue 120. The letters page contains a letter from comics artist Rick Hoberg. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #81 The Vision by John Buscema.) 36 pages Cover price $0.20.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 125 CGC 2.0 SS Englehart

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Signed by Steve Englehart on 6/15/24

Label #4444122002

"The Power of Babel!" Guest-starring Captain Marvel. Script by Steve Englehart. Art by John Buscema (breakdowns) and Dave Cockrum (finishes). Cover by Ron Wilson and John Romita. Story continues from Captain Marvel 32. Captain America returns to the Avengers just in time for an out-of-this-world adventure! Earth's Mightiest Heroes blast off into outer space to intercept Thanos' awesome armada headed towards Earth! The Avengers attack the alien starships and inflict heavy damage until they bump into a solid black force field! What's hiding behind the imposing barrier? The Vision, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, and Mantis penetrate the force field and discover the mad Titan's massive command ship! And hordes of aliens inside! But these are four mighty avengers! With skill and teamwork, they disable the ship's universal translator and throw the entire attack fleet into chaos! Have the Avengers finally derailed Thanos' plan for conquest of the cosmos? Story concludes in Captain Marvel 33. Cameo appearances by Libra, Lou-Ann, Thanos, and the Skrulls. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, Thor, and the Vision. (Note: The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #69 Marvel Girl.) 36 pages Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 126 CGC 4.5 SS Englehart

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Signed by Steve Englehart on 6/15/24

Label #4444122004

"All the Sounds and Sights of Death!" Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Bob Brown. Inks by Dave Cockrum. Cover by Ron Wilson and Mike Esposito. The Avengers' epic battle against Thanos is over. And now Earth's Mightiest Heroes turn their attention to other affairs…specifically the affairs of the heart. Tension has been building for several issues among the Swordsman, Mantis, the Vision, and the Scarlet Witch; and the love quadrangle is about to explode! But before the fireworks begin, T'Challa receives a visitor from Rudyarda (the African nation adjacent to Wakanda)! The ambassador from Rudyarda lures the Avengers outside their mansion and into an ambush! Klaw captures five avengers in a solid sound bubble and Solarr stands guards over them! So that leaves Cap, Shell-Head, and the thunder god one hour to free their teammates! But the key to victory lies with the avenger who knows Klaw the best…the Black Panther! Flashback cameos by the Man-Ape and the Lion God. (Notes: Klaw previously appeared in Fantastic Four 119. Due to events in his title, Captain America leaves the Avengers after this issue and doesn't return until issue 141. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Ralph Macchio. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #46 Mysterio.) 36 pages Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 127 CGC 4.5 SS Englehart

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"Bride and Doom!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four and the Inhumans. Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Joe Staton (finishes). Cover by Gil Kane and Mike Esposito (with John Romita touch-ups). Gorgon and Lockjaw arrive at Avengers Mansion to take Earth's Mightiest Heroes to Attilan for the wedding of Crystal and Quicksilver! Just one small problem though…the Avengers much less the Scarlet Witch never received an invitation from Pietro! Nonetheless, the Avengers are happy to go and minutes later reunite with the Inhumans and the Fantastic Four in the Hidden Land! Will Wanda and Pietro make peace before the wedding? How about Crystal and the Human Torch? Or Mantis and the Swordsman? Unfortunately, any and all reconciliation attempts are interrupted by Maximus, Omega, and the rampaging Alpha Primitives! And shortly thereafter the wild free-for-all begins! But the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and Inhumans should have enough firepower to stop these wedding crashers! Unless there is one more lurking in the shadows! Perhaps a certain adamantium wedding crasher! Oh yes, the day that began as blissful as heaven…becomes an awesome encounter with Ultron-7! Story continues in Fantastic Four 150 (part 2). Cameo appearances by Agatha Harkness and Franklin Richards. Flashback cameo by Omega to recap the events of Fantastic Four 131 and 132. Avengers Lineup: Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Swordsman, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: Ultron previously appeared in Avengers (1st series) 68 and returns in Avengers 161. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Ralph Macchio. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #13 Doctor Strange by Steve Ditko.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 128 CGC 5.0 SS Englehart

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Signed by Steve Englehart on 6/15/24

Label #4444122009

"Bewitched, Bothered, and Dead!" Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Joe Staton (finishes). Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. After returning from the Great Refuge, Agatha Harkness offers to help the Scarlet Witch further develop her mutant powers. Wanda eagerly accepts Agatha's offer and the two begin working together right away! Their training session is just starting when a creepy super-villain interrupts! It's Necrodamus! And he wants to steal the souls of both Agatha and Wanda! The ancient sorcerer quickly knocks out Agatha! Leaving the Avengers' resident witch to suddenly fend for herself! Can the Scarlet Witch find the inner strength and power to defeat Necrodamus one-on-one? Meanwhile elsewhere in the mansion, the romantic drama involving the Swordsman, Mantis, and the Vision continues to play out…until the Conqueror returns! Cameo appearances by the Fantastic Four, Franklin Richards, Medusa, and Kang the Conqueror. Flashback cameos by the Hulk, Sub-Mariner, and Doctor Strange to recap their battle against Necrodamus in Defenders 1. (Notes: This is one of the favorite issues for fans of the Scarlet Witch. Necrodamus battles Wanda again in Marvel Team-Up 130. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #70 Super Skrull.) 36 pages Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 130 CGC 3.5 SS Englehart

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Label #4444122012

"The Reality Problem!" Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Sal Buscema (layouts) and Joe Staton (finishes). Cover by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum. In heartbreaking fashion in Giant-Size Avengers 2, the Swordsman perished at the hands of Kang the Conqueror. And now his teammates solemnly bring their fallen comrade's body back to Vietnam for burial. After the funeral the Avengers exit the Priests of Pama's temple and unexpectedly bump into the Titanic Three! Who are these guys? None other than three famous communist super-villains: the Crimson Dynamo, the Titanium Man, and the Radioactive Man! But Earth's Mightiest Heroes don't have any jurisdiction in the communist-controlled sector, so the colossal confrontation will have to wait! Later on though a small-time hood called the Slasher convinces the Titanic Three to attack the Avengers! And suddenly in the streets of Saigon the battle is joined! Forget détente…the cold war is boiling over right now! The American super-team vs. the communist one! And in the midst of the ferocious fight an even more intense personal battle rages between the golden avenger and the Crimson Dynamo! As Tony Stark looks to pay back the dynamo for the death of Janice Cord in the classic Iron Man (1st series) 22…and pay him back permanently! Cameo appearances by Agatha Harkness and Libra. Flashback cameos by Giant-Man, Libra, Kang the Conqueror, and the Star-Stalker. Avengers Lineup: Iron Man, Hawkeye, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: From a historical standpoint, this story took place after the Vietnam War ended, but before the fall of Saigon. Shell-Head and the Crimson Dynamo clash again in Iron Man (1st series) 73. The letters page contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #96 Dr. Octopus.) 36 pages Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 131 FN 6.0

"A Quiet Half-Hour in Saigon!" Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Joe Staton (finishes). Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Avengers search for clues about Mantis' origin in the streets of Saigon. However, their quest for answers continues to come up empty. Meanwhile in timeless limbo, a strange three-way battle among Kang, Immortus, and Rama-Tut concludes. Unfortunately for Earth's Mightiest Heroes, the Conqueror emerges victorious! With Immortus' time machine at his disposal, Kang plucks six deceased villains from the time stream to form the unearthly Legion on the Unliving! Frankenstein's Monster, Wonder Man, the Flying Dutchman (aka the Ghost), Midnight, Baron Zemo, and the original (golden age) Human Torch. Wow, an all-star assemblage from the annals of Marvel! And with a spectacular bolt from the blue, Kang interrupts the Avengers' quiet day in Vietnam and transports the heroes to the labyrinths of limbo! Where a blockbuster battle looms next issue…between the quick and the dead! Cameo appearances by Nomad (aka Steve Rogers), Libra, and the Cotati (as the green-hued Swordsman). Avengers Lineup: Iron Man, Hawkeye, Mantis, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The build-up of suspense between issues 131 and 132 was tremendous, since most of the resurrected villains had not appeared in almost a decade. Wonder Man, Baron Zemo, and Immortus previously appeared in Avengers (1st series) 9, 15, and 16, respectively. This issue is the third appearance of the original Human Torch in silver age/bronze age continuity. The first is Fantastic Four Annual 4 published in 1966. The second is Avengers 71 published in 1969. The letters page includes a letter from comics artist Ken Meyer, Jr. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #70 Super Skrull by Jack Kirby.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 131 CGC 5.5 SS Englehart

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Label #4444122015

"A Quiet Half-Hour in Saigon!" Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Joe Staton (finishes). Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Avengers search for clues about Mantis' origin in the streets of Saigon. However, their quest for answers continues to come up empty. Meanwhile in timeless limbo, a strange three-way battle among Kang, Immortus, and Rama-Tut concludes. Unfortunately for Earth's Mightiest Heroes, the Conqueror emerges victorious! With Immortus' time machine at his disposal, Kang plucks six deceased villains from the time stream to form the unearthly Legion on the Unliving! Frankenstein's Monster, Wonder Man, the Flying Dutchman (aka the Ghost), Midnight, Baron Zemo, and the original (golden age) Human Torch. Wow, an all-star assemblage from the annals of Marvel! And with a spectacular bolt from the blue, Kang interrupts the Avengers' quiet day in Vietnam and transports the heroes to the labyrinths of limbo! Where a blockbuster battle looms next issue…between the quick and the dead! Cameo appearances by Nomad (aka Steve Rogers), Libra, and the Cotati (as the green-hued Swordsman). Avengers Lineup: Iron Man, Hawkeye, Mantis, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: The build-up of suspense between issues 131 and 132 was tremendous, since most of the resurrected villains had not appeared in almost a decade. Wonder Man, Baron Zemo, and Immortus previously appeared in Avengers (1st series) 9, 15, and 16, respectively. This issue is the third appearance of the original Human Torch in silver age/bronze age continuity. The first is Fantastic Four Annual 4 published in 1966. The second is Avengers 71 published in 1969. The letters page includes a letter from comics artist Ken Meyer, Jr. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series A #70 Super Skrull by Jack Kirby.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 136 CGC 8.0 SS Englehart

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Signed by Steve Englehart on 6/15/24

Label #4444122021

"Iron Man: D.O.A." Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Tom Sutton. Inks by Mike Ploog. Cover by Gil Kane and Joe Sinnott. Cover vignettes by John Romita, Sr. and Mike Esposito. The Avengers series take a one-issue hiatus from current events to reprint Amazing Adventures (2nd series) issue 12 (with pages two and three omitted). The freshly mutated Beast makes a latex mask for himself, so he can continue working at the Brand Corporation as Hank McCoy. But when Tony Stark and Marianne Rodgers visit his laboratory, Hank's plan starts to unravel...and sets the stage for a savage battle between the golden avenger and the Beast! (Notes: The cover of Avengers 136 was updated to show the "blue" Beast. In the actual story, the Beast is colored gray. Giant-Size Avengers 4 was published the same month as this reprint issue.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 144 CGC 9.2

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Label #4630443004

"Claws!" Part 4 of 7. First appearance of Hellcat. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Avengers are free inside the Brand Corporation's Long Island facility! However, it doesn't take long for Hugh Jones and Buzz Baxter to locate them and activate the plant's internal military-grade weapons! During the missile attack, the Avengers are forced to split up. The Beast, Vision, and Scarlet Witch go one way...and Captain America, Iron Man, and Patsy Walker go another! When Shell-head comes across the former uniform of the Cat, the shield-slinger gets an idea! And in a dazzling transformation...Patsy Walker becomes Hellcat! The Avengers could use another hero on their side, because the rematch with Doctor Spectrum, the Golden Archer, Hyperion, Lady Lark, and the Whizzer is coming up fast! An excellent issue! The story (part 5) continues in Avengers 147. Origin of Patsy Walker. Cameo appearances by the Two-Gun Kid, Hawkeye, Moondragon, and Thor. Flashback cameos by the Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, and Tigra. (Notes: The letters page includes letters from comics writer Peter Gillis and comics writer Mary Jo Duffy, respectively. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp Series B #39 Thor by Jack Kirby.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.