Auctions: comic books 1994-1996, graded by CBCS

Dark Horse Comics (1992) 23 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-1DA1FC5-023

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Cover by Ted Naifeh. The Way of the Flesh, a mysterious and twisted cult, has targeted Steel Harbor and -- worse -- the Hammerhead Bar as its latest conquest. But the Hammerhead has its own defender: Avram Roman, better known as The Machine! This issue of Dark Horse Comics brings you part 1 of "The Machine: Under My Skin," written by Eric Luke and pencilled by Howard Cobb. If you haven't tried the Comics' Greatest World line of superheroes, here's your opportunity! Also, don't miss part 2 of "Aliens: Mondo Pest." A wounded Herk Mondo escapes from the underground hive, but finds the terraformer colony overrun with Aliens! FC. Cover price $2.50.

Dark Horse Comics (1992) 24 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-1DA1FC5-024

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Cover by Nelson. Eric Luke (Ghost Special) and Howard Cobb (Virus) bring you the stunning finale of "The Machine: Under My Skin," in Dark Horse Comics #24. The twisted creature Flesh controls Mecha for now, but when The Machine dives into the fray, two superheroes may be more than it can handle. The result is too terrible to contemplate, but judge for yourself. FC. Cover price $2.50.

Dark Horse Comics (1992) 25 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-1DA1FC5-025

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Cover by Russ Heath, Paul Mendza and Jim Royal. We've got a double bill this issue that would sell out any movie house in the country! In "James Bond: Minute of Midnight," a saboteur holds the fate of the world in his hands, prepared to unleash a nuclear holocaust of unimaginable proportions. Can James Bond, the British Secret Service's agent extraordinaire, stop the madman? Catch the mile-a-minute excitement from Doug Moench and comics legend Russ Heath as they take you on Bond's most thrilling adventure yet! Also in this issue, Randy Stradley and Phill Norwood bring you "Aliens vs. Predator: Blood Time," a violent glimpse into alien rites of passage. The price of failure is death! Cover price $2.50.

Dark Horse Insider Vol. 2 (1991) 48 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B978A3-056

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Final issue; 2-page interview with Mike W. Barr; 2-page interview with Toren Smith; Cover by Frank Miller (from GI Joe #1).

Dawn (1995) 1A CBCS 9.6 Linsner

Paper: White

Label #21-22F6136-028

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

Dawn (1995) 1C CBCS 8.5 Linsner Black Light Variant

Paper: White

Black Light Variant.

Label #22-066B5B6-008

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Variant cover featuring black light inks. "It's only a comic book" edition. Lucifer's Halo Part 1. Darrian Ashoka & Jaynis Goldbaum's weekly jaunt to Times Square for a brutal 'free for all' takes a turn when Darrian meets Dawn in "Ascension." Story, art & cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover price $2.95.

Dawn (1995) 2A CBCS 9.2 Linsner

Paper: White

Label #21-22F6136-030

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Lucifer's Halo Part 2. The man in charge of Heaven explains to Aurora (Dawn) why he wants her to go to Hell and bring back Lucifer's halo in "A Bag of Shells." Story, art & cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover price $2.95.

Dawn (1995) 5 CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Limited Cover.

Label #21-248EB2E-007

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Lucifer's Halo Part 5. Darrian has a heart-to-heart with Adelle, demons battle angels, the Horned God makes his presence felt and Dawn provides some answers in "Everybody Dies." Story, art & cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover price $2.95.

Dawn (1995) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2A98398-042

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Lucifer's Halo Part 6. Darrian decides to summon Heaven and Hell before making a final, fateful decision about Lucifer's halo, and a side of Dawn we haven't seen is revealed in "Strike While the Iron is Hot." Story, art & cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover price $2.95.

Dawn (1996) Wizard 1/2 1A CBCS 9.9 Artis

Paper: White

Label #20-486E3FB-006

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Wizard 1/2 Edition. Certificate of Authenticity. Featuring Dawn and Darrian as superheroes! Script, layouts & color guides by Joseph Michael Linsner. Pencils, inks & letters by Tom Artis. Plus: Dawn and Darrian concept sketches; a look at page 1, from layout to finished pencils; a look at the pencils for the covers.

Deadpool (1994 Mini Series) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Direct Edition. Minor front/back scuff(s).

Label #17-3578EEE-017

Cover pencils by Ian Churchill. If Looks Could Kill, script by Mark Waid, pencils by Ian Churchill, inks by Jason Minor; Black Tom is dying from his wooden infection and Banshee has Dr. Killebrew, a specialist in cellular regeneration, treat him in prison; Juggernaut breaks in, rescues Tom and captures Killebrew; Deadpool is out for a quiet drink when he is assaulted by Black Tom's goons but he gets a timely assist from old pal Banshee and his daughter, Siryn; During the battle, DP's hand is cut off and he blacks out as his healing factor fails to regenerate it. Waid's 1st work for Marvel. Cover price $2.50.

Death of Lady Vampre (1995) 1A CBCS 9.6 Mignola

Paper: White

Label #19-2AD1FA5-009

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Mike Mignola cover Cover price $2.95.

Decade of Dark Horse Comics (1996) 2 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-001

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Cover by Allen Nunis. Star Wars, Nexus, and Ghost -- three all-new stories in one great comic! Dark Horse continues its tenth-anniversary celebration in the second issue of A Decade of Dark Horse, featuring Jabba the Hutt's first meeting with Salacious Crumb; Ursula's not-so-subtle mind games with Nexus; and a startling physical transformation for Ghost! Such an incredible line-up of stories by such an incredible line-up of writers and artists! Who could not celebrate?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 670 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2426234-023

KnightQuest: The Crusade, featuring the adventures of Azrael as the new Batman, continues: Renee Montoya is spotlighted as she finds herself on a deadly collision course with a Batman more ruthless than the one she knew before. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Barry Kitson and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 673 CBCS 7.5 SS Dixon/ Nolan/ Hanna

Paper: Off white to white

Verified Signatures: Chuck Dixon, Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. (#6/2500)

Label #23-105C26A-005

KnightQuest: The Crusade, following the adventures of Azrael as the new Batman, continues: Caught between a rock and a hard place, Batman has to face the climax of the Joker's homicidal foray into film production and try to cope with an internal struggle between the demands of the System and his own humanity. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 675D.A CBCS 8.5 SS Jones Variant

Paper: White

Verified Signatures: Chuck Dixon, Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. (#1150/5000) Collectors Edition

Label #23-105C26A-006

Direct Sales Collector's Edition. Embossed cover; KnightQuest: The Crusade concludes! Batman is forced to augment his costume yet again for his showdown with the deadly Gunhawk, who has taken an entire hospital hostage with a new prototype weapon! KnightQuest: The Crusade and KnightQuest: The Search converge in a special epilogue in Robin (1993-2009) #7, leading into the new story arc KnightsEnd next month. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. Cover price $2.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 676 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-007

In the extra-sized Part 3 (of 12) of KnightsEnd, Nightwing and Robin continue shadowing Batman, while the Dark Knight hunts for the arms dealer he believes has ties to the Order of St. Dumas. Meanwhile, Bruce Wayne's retraining continues in a battle against two deadly martial arts warriors atop speeding vehicles on the Gotham Expressway! Continued from Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #29. Continues in Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #62. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 678 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-011

The events of ZERO HOUR unexpectedly grant Bruce Wayne his fondest wish...a world in which his parents were never killed! Now Batman must struggle with the question of finding some way to repair the timestream, or leaving it as he always wished it could be...except in this rewritten history, young Bruce Wayne was the one murdered. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Bob McLeod. Cover by Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 679 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-013

Prodigal part 3. The conflicts established during ZERO MONTH continue, and Bruce Wayne's decision has dire consequences for those close to Batman. And the Ratcatcher returns with a serious grudge against the Dark Knight. Plus, Robin learns that Two-Face has escaped. Continues in Robin (1993-2009) #11. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Lee Weeks and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Weeks. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 682A CBCS 9.8 Nolan

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-019

Embossed cover, Part 3 of the 4-part 'Troika': A new era is underway for the Dark Knight, with the return of Bruce Wayne as Batman in a new costume, crossing swords with Romana as the Troika's hold on Gotham's underworld tightens. Continued from Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #35. Concludes in Robin (1993-2009) #14. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover 682A by Nolan and Terry Austin. Cover 682B by Nolan and Hanna. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 700AP CBCS 9.4 Nolan Envelope Variant

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Collector's Edition Envelope 8.5.

Label #23-47F5AB7-004

Legacy Part 1 of 7. Direct Edition in Envelope - Cover art by Graham Nolan. Progeny of the Demon starring Batman, Ra's Al Ghul, Bane, Talia, Catwoman, and Nightwing, script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Graham Nolan, inks by Scott Hanna; Ra's Al Ghul orders Batman, Nightwing and Robin dead and threatens to unleash deadly plague on the world. Cover price $4.95.

Devil Chef (1994) 1 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-063

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Story and art by Jack Pollack. Hell hath no fury like the diminutive demon of disagreeable delicacies, Devil Chef. Whether terrorizing the culinary patrons of "Chez Monieux" or venting his wrath upon the armed forces of a great, God-fearing nation, Chef's justice is both swift and terrible. But would it be as fun any other way? The DicTater-Tot's fiendish forays are at last chronicled by the Dark Lord's personal manservant, Jack Pollock. It's one shot to the funny bone in this one-shot comic book. You refuse to witness Chef's glory? Chef is angry now! B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Drama (1994 Sirius) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2A98398-044

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First printing cover (purple) by Joseph Michael Linsner. Stories and art by Joseph Michael Linsner. Features the 1st full-color appearance of Linsners Dawn in comics (she had previously appeared on album covers). Darrian Ashoka learns more about his destiny with Dawn. The Fall of the Goddess; Psychobabble; Angry Christ. 32 pages, Full Color. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

Dreadstar (1994 Malibu) 1A CBCS 9.6 Starlin

Paper: White

Label #19-2AF890E-015

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Standard edition (red title, no foil). Cover art by Jim Starlin. Untitled story, script by Peter David, art by Ernie Colón; re-introduction of the various members of the Dreadstar cast. The Return of Dreadstar article; Interviews with Peter David and Ernie Colón about the new Dreadstar mini-series. News from Bravura; Interview with Peter David about Dreadstar. Full color. Mature readers. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Dreadstar (1994 Malibu) 1/2 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2C71484-005

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Escape (1996) 1 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2AD1FA5-013

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Evil Ernie vs. the Superheroes (1995) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2B0472B-008

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Lady Death and Smiley the Psychotic Button guest appearances. Written by Brian Pulido. Penciled by Justiniano. Inked by Jimmy Palmiotti. Cover art and Lady Death mini centerfold poster by Hughes. Evil Ernie takes on The American Man and other parody heroes. Cover price $2.95.

Evil Ernie Youth Gone Wild (1995) Director's Cut 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case; Scuffing to inner well of case

Label #19-2A98398-046

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Youth Gone Wild Director's Cut Limited Edition. Cover price $4.95.

Extreme Hero (1994) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2AFFC92-006

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Hero Illustrated Special. Cover pencils by Rob Liefeld. "Cybrid," script and pencils by Rob Liefeld, inks by Danny Miki; Cybrid reflects on his past and current situation while battling ninja-like members of "The Clan." "Law & Order," script and pencils by Marat Mychaels, inks by Jonathan Sibal; Order recalls her ordeal when Johnny "The Hothead" kidnapped and held her for days; Law arrives, via skylight, eliminates Johnny, and takes the then nameless 13-year-old hostage/orphan in; Law mentors the girl, teaches her to fight and in two years they are ready to "get to work." "Code 9," script by Chap Yaep (story) and Eric Stephenson (script), art by Chap Yaep. "L.A.N.C.E.R.S.", script and pencils by Richard Horie, inks by Danny Miki; Holocaust, imprisoned in the Late Paleozoic area, muses over his failed attempt to escape to the present day, and begins to formulate a new plan which will require him to create a spy. "Risk, script by Chuck Jones (creator, plot) and Kurt Hathaway (script), pencils by Chuck Jones, inks by Jonathan Sibal. "Meta-Force," script by Eric Stephenson (co-creator, script), pencils by Jeff Matsuda (co-creator, pencils), inks by Jonathan Sibal; Becky (aka Foresight) tells of her 'insights,' her father (Skinner) and the others that make up the Meta-Force. "The Extreme Scene" article; "Greetings" intro from The Extreme Staff with photo of Eric Stephenson; DECEMBER RELEASE schedule with short synopsis of each issue: Bloodstrike #6, Brigade #6, Phantom Force #2, Prophet #3, Supreme #8, Team Youngblood #4. Black Flag by Dan Fraga; Two single-page pin-ups each featuring one character; a small text blur, "Sniper File," accompanies the image, giving real and code names, physical specifications and brief bio; characters include Geisha and Guerrilla. Black & White illustration by Art Thibert. 24 pgs.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2A98398-049

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Embossed cover. Written by Jim Shooter, Janet Jackson, Joseph A. James, and Pauline Weiss. Art by J. G. Jones and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by J. G. Jones and Frank McLaughlin. Inherit The Earth; Fatale is hunted by a military organisation known as the Brotherhood. 36 pages, full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2A98398-051

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Written by Jim Shooter, Janet Jackson, Joseph A. James, and Pauline Weiss. Art by J. G. Jones and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by J. G. Jones. Inherit The Earth part 2; Fatale is captured by the Brotherhood. The Making of Fatale article by Gary Guzzo, art by J.G. Jones and Dave Cockrum. 36 pages, full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2A98398-052

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Written by Jim Shooter, Janet Jackson, Joseph A. James, and Pauline Weiss. Art by J. G. Jones and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by J. G. Jones. Inherit The Earth part 3; Fatale discovers there are two factions of the Brotherhood, and a woman named Layil becomes even more powerful. 36 pages, full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2A98398-053

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J.G.Jones art. Cover price $2.50.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

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

Label #19-2A98398-054

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Written by Jim Shooter, Janet Jackson, Joseph A. James, and Pauline Weiss. Art by J. G. Jones and Frank McLaughlin. Inherit The Earth part 5; Fatale escapes an impossible situation, but loses all faith on hearing friends are dead. 36 pages, full color. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Fatale (1996 Broadway) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2A98398-055

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Firearm (1993) 5 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2AFB550-007

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Firearm (1993) 6 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2AFB550-008

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Flash (1987 2nd Series) 0 CBCS 9.2 SS Waid

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Mark Waid on 09/24/2022. Direct Edition.

Label #22-380CCF5-009

Zero Month issue. Wally West is thrust back in time, reliving key moments in his life in "Flashing Back". Script by Mark Waid, pencils by Mike Wieringo, inks by Jose Marzan, Jr. Wieringo cover. Cover price $1.50.

Generation X (1994) 1D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #17-388457B-151

Direct Edition. Chromium cover. Scott Lobdell script. Chris Bachalo art. Mark Buckingham inks. This issue kicks off a brand new generation of X-Men: Husk, Jubilee, M, Chamber, Skin, Penance, Synch, and Mondo led by Banshee and White Queen. Cover price $3.95.

Generation X (1994) 1D CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #17-388457B-152

Direct Edition. Chromium cover. Scott Lobdell script. Chris Bachalo art. Mark Buckingham inks. This issue kicks off a brand new generation of X-Men: Husk, Jubilee, M, Chamber, Skin, Penance, Synch, and Mondo led by Banshee and White Queen. Cover price $3.95.

Ghost Rider Crossroads (1995) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-29D381B-008

Die-Cut Cover - "Crossroads!" Written by Howard Mackie and Ivan Velez, Jr. Art by Cary Nord, Bob McLeod, and Al Milgrom. The sinister Blackheart kidnaps Danny Ketch and the villainous Scarecrow and draws them down into his abysmal realm. Then he re-bonds the demon Zarathos to the mortal Johnny Blaze with hopes of enslaving the Ghost Rider as his agent on Earthrealm. Meanwhile, Danny must somehow defeat the Scarecrow without the power of Ghost Rider or be forced to spend eternity in hell! 48 pages, FC. Cover price $3.95.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 145 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-22F6136-045

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Cobra Commander wins in "Threads and Resolutions"! Characters: Cobra Commander; Spirit; Mutt; Road Block; Storm Shadow; Hawk; Grunt; Duke; Stalker; Rock 'N Roll; Zartan; Destro; Baroness; Billy; Dr. Mindbender; Sci Fi; Payload; Space Shot; Zarana; Blow Torch; Hardtop; Snake-Eyes; Scarlett; Jinx; Dojo; Nunchuk. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier and Chip Wallace. Cover by Phil Gosier and Tim Tuohy. Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 146 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D5943E-008

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There's a new team of Joes in town--Star Brigade! And they're here to keep outer space safe from Cobra once and for all. "Immovable Objects" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier, Crusher Wallace and Steve Alexandrov. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 148 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D5943E-010

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It's Star Brigade vs. the legion of the unliving in "Irresistible Forces." Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier, Crusher Wallace and Scott Koblish. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 150 CBCS 9.4 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-19803A9-014

Special giant-sized 150th issue spectacular! The battle you demanded--Snake-Eyes vs. Cobra Commander in "Slam Dance in the Cyber-Castle!" Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier and Crusher Wallace. Plus: Marvel's greatest talents team up for an all-star gallery of your favorite Joes and Cobras, featuring pin-ups by Bret Blevins, Tom Lyle, Pat Broderick, Alex Saviuk, Randy Emberlin, Ron Lim and Sal Buscema. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $2.00.

Green Lantern (1990 3rd Series DC) 48 CBCS 9.4 SS Ron Marz

Paper: White

Direct Edition. Witnessed Signature: Ron Marz on 4/20/2024.

Label #24-171367E-001

Emerald Twilight: Part 1 of 3. "The Past!" Story by Ron Marz. Art by Bill Willingham, Robert Campanella, and Romeo Tanghal. It's the beginning of the end for Hal Jordan. In this seminal chapter in the life of Green Lantern, Hal returns to ground zero and attempts to use his Power Ring to resurrect the devastated Coast City. But what happens if he doesn't have enough power? Don't miss the most unexpected turn in the life of Hal Jordan as DC counts down to a very special 50th issue. NOTE: 1st appearance of Kyle Rayner. Cover price $1.50.

Hercules the Legendary Journeys (1996) 1A CBCS 9.8

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2AC6C05-011

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Cover art by Michael Golden. "The Trial of Hercules, Part 1," script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Jeff Butler, inks by Steve Montano; Salmoneus is hired to take a beautiful woman, Pronoea, to Hercules; After some adventures, they find him; Pronoea then takes Hercules to help her husband, Prometheus; Which gets Herc in trouble with Zeus. Interview with Jeff Butler. Short biography of Roy Thomas. 36 pgs., full color. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Horseman (03/1996 1st Series) Crusade 1A CBCS 9.8 Mshindo I.

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B0472B-012

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Standard Edition. Crusade One-Shot. Shi guest-stars. Cover price $2.95.

I Bots (1995 1st Series) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2AD1FA5-020

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"Out of the Blue" - This is the big one, the debut issue of Tekno Comix's first superhero title. Isaac Asimov's I-Bots blends the science fiction concepts that made Isaac Asimov the master of the genre with the action and intensity of superhero comics. Brought to life through the talent of legendary artist George Perez, additional creative development from comics veteran Howard Chaykin, and the stellar scripting talents of Steven Grant, this book delivers superheroes like you've never seen them before. Isaac Asimov's I-Bots follows the adventures of five young android heroes hunted by the evil forces that created them, and adored by a public that worships them. Bound by the Three Laws of Robotics, they find themselves forced to defend a world they don't understand. Are they truly heroes of the people or are they just pawns in the schemes of evil men? After spoiling a bold kidnapping, the I-Bots begin to discover the conspiratorial forces shaping their destiny. They follow the trail back to WorldTech, the shadowy mega-corporation that spawned them, and then a violent confrontation leads to more clues about the true nature of the I-Bots. Who are they, and why were they created? Characters: Killaine; Stonewall; Psy-4; Radiant; Itazura. Creative development by Howard Chaykin, script by Steven Grant, pencils by George Perez, inks by Joe Rubinstein and Mike Witherby. Plus: preface & pin-up by Howard Chaykin, and a biography of Isaac Asimov. Cover by George Perez. Cover price $1.95.

Inhumans The Great Refuge (1995) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Direct Edition

Label #19-27D449D-029

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An "Atlantis Rising" tie-in! The Kree demand the return of their former land, the mysterious Blue Area of the Moon! Will the Inhumans hand it over or go down fighting? After this shocker, the Inhumans' homeland of Attilan will be changed forever! Until now, the Inhumans have remained an enigmatic race on the fringe of the Marvel Universe, but this 64-page one-shot takes a microscope to their guarded secrets! Written by Skip Dietz. Art by Robert Brown and Rey Garcia. Cover price $2.95.