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All New Soulfire (2013 Aspen) 1D02 CBCS 9.8

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Lone Star Exclusive Variant.

Label #23-0F10ECE-007

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Lone Star Exclusive Variant Cover. Written by J. T. Krul. Art by V Kenneth Marion.Aspen's final '10 for 10' series makes its red-hot debut! In the future, technology is everywhere, but there's a greater source of power and wonder now out there - magic! After saving the world from the destructive force of chaos itself, Malikai and his friends try to return to a life of normalcy. PJ is determined to be Benoist's heir in the battle arena, where cybernetic technology rules the day. Malikai is just happy to be with Sonia again, yet he can't help see that Grace is still haunted by the scars of the past. Meanwhile, a secret danger grows in the shadows between magic and technology, and it has a name - RAINIER! Don't miss this exciting premiere issue of the ALL NEW SOULFIRE! Join veteran Soulfire scribe JT Krul, along with the amazing artistic talents of V. Ken Marion and Kyle Ritter, as an all-new direction for Michael Turner's fantasy epic Soulfire begins right now!

Archie 80th Anniversary Everything Archie (2021 Archie) 1E CBCS 9.8 SS Parent Parent Collector Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 8/21/2021 Collector's Edition

Label #21-2EAB5E1-017

Collector's Edition cover by Dan Parent - Limited to 250 copies. Written by Fred Van Lente. Art by Dan Parent. FIRST ISSUE IN AN ALL-NEW SERIES OF 80TH ANNIVERSARY ONE-SHOTS! Finally Archie declares his TRUE LOVE, and its a very expensive guitar! So Archie picks up a few extra jobs to make some cash, what could go wrong?! Spies, TV Execs, tech warfare, nothing in Riverdale will be the same! No place is safe when Everything's Archie! 32 pages, full color. All-Ages Cover price $3.99.

Archie 80th Anniversary Everything Archie (2021 Archie) 1E CBCS 9.8 Parent Collector Variant

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Collector's Edition

Label #21-2EE8BF0-043

Collector's Edition cover by Dan Parent - Limited to 250 copies. Written by Fred Van Lente. Art by Dan Parent. FIRST ISSUE IN AN ALL-NEW SERIES OF 80TH ANNIVERSARY ONE-SHOTS! Finally Archie declares his TRUE LOVE, and its a very expensive guitar! So Archie picks up a few extra jobs to make some cash, what could go wrong?! Spies, TV Execs, tech warfare, nothing in Riverdale will be the same! No place is safe when Everything's Archie! 32 pages, full color. All-Ages Cover price $3.99.

Archie 80th Anniversary Everything Archie (2021 Archie) 1SANCTUM CBCS 9.6

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Sanctum Sanctorum Exclusive.

Label #22-065E79F-001

Sanctum Sanctorum Comics Exclusive Virgin Cover by Rian Gonzales. Written by Fred Van Lente. Art by Dan Parent. FIRST ISSUE IN AN ALL-NEW SERIES OF 80TH ANNIVERSARY ONE-SHOTS! Finally Archie declares his TRUE LOVE, and its a very expensive guitar! So Archie picks up a few extra jobs to make some cash, what could go wrong?! Spies, TV Execs, tech warfare, nothing in Riverdale will be the same! No place is safe when Everything's Archie! 32 pages, full color. All-Ages

Archie and Friends Summer Lovin (2022 Archie) 1GWOC.A CBCS 9.8 SS Parent

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 07/31/2022. Great Wall of Comics Exclusive.

Label #22-2B979C7-004

Great Wall of Comics Exclusive "1976 Farrah Fawcett" Homage Edition Virgin cover by Dan Parent. Written by Tee Franklin, Various. Art by VARIOUS, Dan Parent. BRAND NEW STORY BY TEE FRANKLIN & DAN PARENT: 'Carnival Love!' It's time for some fun (and maybe even romance) at the Riverdale summer carnival! Looking to rekindle their relationship, Reggie is excited when he finds out Veronica's cousin, Harper Lodge, will be visiting a traveling carnival that arrived in Riverdale! Plus, a collection of fun-in-the-sun stories perfect for a beach read! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Archie and Friends Superheroes (2021 Archie) 1COLLECTOR.B CBCS 9.2 SS Dan Parent Parent Collector's Ed. Josie Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 8/22/2021. Josie Collector's Edition.

Label #21-40F415C-004

Collector's Edition Josie Cover by Dan Parent - Limited to 300 copies. Written by Ian Flynn. Art by Pat Kennedy, Tim Kennedy, and Jeff Shultz. Get ready for some super heroics featuring Archie and the Gang… along with some very super appearances by classic Archie characters like Bob Phantom and Blackjack! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Archie vs. Sharknado (2015) 1C CBCS 9.8 Hack Variant

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Robert Hack Variant.

Label #19-28D32C3-002

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Written by Anthony C. Ferrante and Dan Parent. Art by Dan Parent and Rich Koslowski. Cover by Robert Hack. It's that time of year in Riverdale! The end of the school year. Time for beaches, barbecues, fun in the sun and... SHARKNADOS!?! That's right, get ready as Archie and the gang brave the storm of a tornado full a sharks that riffs off the pop culture phenomenon known as Sharknado! The story unfolds as sharknados are spotted on the 'Feast' Coast! Our heroines have to figure out how to get back to Riverdale, where the storm is about to hit next. Soon Archie and the gang go, go, go as they battle the Sharknado-ravaged Riverdale! Who will live? Who will die? Will this take a BITE out of the end-of-the-year prom? Uh....probably! The comic book action is also concurrent with the plot of SHARKNADO 3 and hits stands right before the film's premiere in July on Syfy. 48 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

Archies Anniversary Spectacular (2022 Archie) 1COLLECTOR.A CBCS 9.6 SS Parent

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 07/31/2022. Collector's Edition.

Label #22-2B979C7-006

Collector's Edition Variant Cover by Dan Parent - limited to 250 copies. Homage to "Rio" Album Cover by Duran Duran. Written by Tom DeFalco. Art by Jeff Shultz, Glenn Whitmore. We're celebrating THE ARCHIES 55th anniversary with this special issue honoring their musical mayhem-featuring a BRAND NEW STORY! In 'Sound Off!' The Archies are looking for a place to practice after their loud music forced Mr. Andrews to kick them out of his garage. Where will they go next to rehearse? PLUS a sampling of some of the best classic and modern classic stories featuring the musical supergroup! 32 pages, full color. NOTE: Generic image is of a signed copy, this does not necessarily reflect all copies.

Archies Anniversary Spectacular (2022 Archie) 1COLLECTOR.B CBCS 9.6 SS Parent

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 07/31/2022. Collector's Virgin Edition.

Label #22-2B979C7-007

Collector's Edition Virgin Cover by Dan Parent - limited to 250 copies. Homage to "Rio" Album Cover by Duran Duran. Written by Tom DeFalco. Art by Jeff Shultz, Glenn Whitmore. We're celebrating THE ARCHIES 55th anniversary with this special issue honoring their musical mayhem-featuring a BRAND NEW STORY! In 'Sound Off!' The Archies are looking for a place to practice after their loud music forced Mr. Andrews to kick them out of his garage. Where will they go next to rehearse? PLUS a sampling of some of the best classic and modern classic stories featuring the musical supergroup! 32 pages, full color. NOTE: Generic image is of a signed copy, this does not necessarily reflect all copies.

Blossoms 666 (2018 Archie) 1C CBCS 9.8 Francavilla Variant

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Francesco Francavilla Variant.

Label #19-23F2991-006

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Written by Cullen Bunn. Art by Laura Braga and Matt Herms. Cover by Francesco Francavilla. BRAND NEW SERIES! Cheryl and Jason Blossom are a pair of seemingly normal kids in Riverdale. They're wealthy, popular and likeable-but they also harbor a deep, dark secret-one of the Blossom Twins is the Anti-Christ. Both want the title, and no one in Riverdale is safe. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Bunny Mask (2021 Aftershock) 1AMBASSADOR CBCS 9.8 SS Mutti

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Witnessed Signature: Andrea Mutti on 10/10/2021 Aftershock Ambassador Exclusive

Label #22-04CD209-001

Aftershock Ambassador Exclusive Virgin Cover by Francesco Francavilla. Written by Paul Tobin. Art by Andrea Mutti. A new horror series from the creator of the Eisner-nominated Colder! Sealed in a cave before the dawn of man, released by a crazed madman, Bunny Mask walks our world once more. But for what dark purpose does she use her unnatural powers? And what's her connection to Bee Foster, a young girl murdered by her father fourteen years ago? In order to save his life - and his sanity - one man will have to discover the truth of what waits behind the mask. Writer Paul Tobin (Colder) and artist Andrea Mutti (MANIAC OF NEW YORK, Hellblazer) unleash an eons old legend upon an unsuspecting world - one that'll make your most horrific nightmare feel like a walk in the park! 32 pages, full color.

Dark Red (2019 Aftershock) 1B CBCS 9.8 Stroman 1:10 Variant

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Larry Stroman Retailer Incentive.

Label #19-1110B73-027

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Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Tim Seeley. Art by Corin Powell. Cover by Larry Stroman. Charles 'Chip' Ipswich isn't one of those coastal elites with a liberal arts degree and a job at a social media start-up who knows where all the best brunch places are… No, Chip is one of the 'forgotten men.' He lives in a rural area in the middle of the country where Jesus still has a place at the dinner table and where factories send jobs to Calcutta. Chip is also a vampire. Stuck working the last shift at a gas station, Chip is lonely and bored…and then his dull, bleak life is turned upside down when SHE comes to town.Tim Seeley (BRLLIANT TRASH) and Corin Powell (Ghostbusters, X-Files Origins: Scully, Bat-Mite) bring you a contemporary and horrifying tale of vampirism in the heart of America - one that'll make you jump right out of your boots. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Hillbilly (2016) 1DIAMOND CBCS 9.4 SS Powell Powell Diamond Variant

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Verified Sig: Eric Powell. Diamond RRP Edition

Label #16-47C2835-005

Diamond Retailer Summit Exclusive Variant. Limited to 500 copies. Story, Art and Cover by Eric Powell. An Appalachian Mountain fantasy epic that tells the story of Rondel. A lonely figure who wanders the wooded hills among witches and magical creatures as a folktale hero to those who dwell in this gritty dream world. 24 pages, full color.

Jirni (2013 Aspen 1st Series) 1D02 CBCS 9.8

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Lone Star Exclusive Variant

Label #22-069BD64-026

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Lone Star Comics Exclusive Variant Cover by Paolo Pantalena (W) J. T. Krul (A) Paolo Pantalena Take an incredible JIRNI with Aspen's newest '10 for 10' series debut! Discover a whole new world of adventure! Trekking through a violent and dangerous frontier of savage barbarians, devious thieves, and wild creatures, a warrior-princess named Ara searches for her mother, who was stolen away from her kingdom by a mysterious sorcerer with the help of his powerful D'jinn. What great and terrible secrets await her in the distant horizon? Prepare to experience an epic tale of fantasy and wonder without boundaries. This is Ara's quest. This is Ara's destiny. This is Ara's - JIRNI. After years of preparation, creator JT Krul is ready to take you on a JIRNI unlike any other! Accompanied by the incredible talents of artist Paolo Pantalena and colorist Brett Smith, prepare yourself for the ride of a lifetime and the premiere of 2013's newest hit series! Cover price $1.00.

Kevin Keller (2012 Archie) 1B CBCS 9.2 SS Dan Parent

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 11/20/2021. Dan Parent Variant.

Label #21-40F58F4-022

It's a bunch of firsts for Kevin Keller in the first issue of his ongoing series. It's his first time as Riverdale High class president. And he gets published in the Riverdale newspaper for the first time. Oh yeah, and Kevin gets ready to go on his first date! What?! Kevin's never been on a date before? That's the reaction everybody has, as they can't believe cool, good-looking, mild mannered Kevin Keller has never been on a date. And when he's made attempts in the past things go terribly wrong, it turns out Kevin Keller is actually bad at something - dating! But the Riverdale gang, along with his old friends and family step in to help ol' Kevin out. With his friends and family at the helm can anything possibly go wrong? Of course! But Kevin will get through it anyway! Cover price $2.99.

Mighty Crusaders the Shield (2021 Archie) 1I CBCS 9.2 SS Parent Parent Collector's Edition Variant

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 8/21/2021 Carreras Collector's Edition

Label #21-2EAB5E1-026

Collector's Edition Cover by Dan Parent - Limited to 250 copies (Homage to Captain America Comics #1). Story by Rob Liefeld. Script by David Gallaher. Art by Rob Liefeld. FIRST ISSUE IN AN ALL-NEW SERIES OF MIGHTY CRUSADERS ONE-SHOTS BY ROB LIEFELD! Legendary, best-selling author and comic creator Rob Liefeld reimagines Archie's iconic Mighty Crusaders library of characters in this new comic book series, starting with America's first patriotic superhero: The Shield! Cover price $3.99.

Porcelain (2021 Ablaze) Maria Llovet 3D CBCS 9.8 Rich Homage Variant

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Sabine Rich Variant.

Label #21-3BC50B8-099

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Story and Art by Maria Llovet. Cover by Sabine Rich. First ABLAZE brought you the surreal, bewitching tale of Maria Llovet's Eros/Psyche...now comes Porcelain. With her new ally, Axel, by her side, Beryl ventures deeper into the nightmarish Dollhouse. As they travel along, they are faced with sad realities and horrors that neither are fully prepared to encounter. Things may seem hopeless and the descend further and further, but at least they have each other. 28 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

Q-Unit (1993) 1U CBCS 9.8

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Label #19-2B0472B-033

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Unbagged copy with no premiums enclosed. Cover price $2.95.

Quantum and Woody (1997) 1A CBCS 9.4 Bright

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2A98398-099

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Drawn cover. Acclaim logo bottom left. "Klang" - This, folks, is the world's worst superhero team up! Woodrow Van Chelton and Eric Henderson were once close childhood friends. They haven't seen or spoken to each other in more than fifteen years, with their lives going in drastically different directions. A tragedy reunites them and sets them on the path of finding their fathers' killer. In the process they become inextricably linked, sharing an incredible power, and giving birth to the spandex 'Odd Couple,' Quantum and Woody! Armed with amazing super high-tech gadgets, a Beretta, and a Zippo lighter, can two people who are exact opposites survive being stuck together forever? Script by Christopher Priest, with art by Mark Bright and Greg Adams. FC, 32 pgs. Cover by Mark Bright and Greg Adams. Cover price $2.50.

Resistance Uprising (2021 AWA) FCBD 1 CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-3246A82-010

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Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Art by C. P. Smith. Cover by Rahzzah. The Resistance takes an intimate look at a very special species of the super-human race known as The Reborn. Emily Kai is what is known as a 'Moth.' She was granted immense power by the global pandemic known as 'The Great Death,' but with a caveat: The moment she taps into the power that resides within her, a clock starts and Emily will have only six months to live. Granted the opportunity to bring immense beauty into the world, but only by paying the ultimate price, Emily embarks on a harrowing journey of self-discovery that will test her to her core and take her to places way beyond her wildest imagination. Plus: previews of J. Michael Straczynski and Mike Choi's MOTHS, and Mark Russell and Mike Deodato, Jr.'s NOT ALL ROBOTS. Reprint Material 44 pages, full color. Rating: Teen

Robocop (2003 Avatar) 1PLATINUM CBCS 9.8

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Platinum Foil Edition

Label #21-40CC5C8-073

Platinum Foil Edition with Avatar certificate of authenticity. Limited to 2200 copies. by Frank Miller & Juan Jose Ryp At long last, Frank Miller's never-before-seen full Robocop epic finally sees light of day! Robocop was one of the truly great bits of movie and pop culture magic from the 80s, and the cult of Robocop continues to grow strong to this day. In full-on action, the Robocop is told as Frank Miller always intended, composed straight from the master's original writings and scripts! The vast majority of Miller's insane ideas, vicious black humor, and robotic mayhem never made it to the screen, but every last bit is finally unleashed in this series. With sequential adaptation from Steven Grant and art by superstar Juan Jose Ryp, the series features covers by Frank Miller, who is also personally signing the creation of the entire project. The "Robosteel" edition features an all-new steel foil wraparound cover with new art by series artist Juan Jose Ryp, limited to 3,000 copies. MATURE READERS. MILLER CVR. FC, 32pg (1 of 9)$3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR. FC,32pg (1 of 9)$3.50 ROBOSTEEL CVR. FC, 32pg (1 of 9)$14.95 Cover price $3.50.

Robocop (2003 Avatar) 2P CBCS 9.8

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Platinum Foil Variant.

Label #21-25F6022-023

Platinum Foil Edition with Avatar certificate of authenticity. Limited to 1750 copies. by Frank Miller & Juan Jose Ryp The Robo-action continues with more pure Frank Miller insanity! OCP has a major problem on their hands with cops on strike and a Robocop that won't do their evil bidding. So they bring in a group of army mercenaries to kill everyone who is breaking laws! All the while they are developing the next generation of Robocops. But Murphy won't stand by and watch all this happen in his city! This series continues to take the original Frank Miller Robocop story and faithfully adapt it into comics form by Steven Grant in order to capture every bit of the frenzied flavor that Miller wants! MATURE READERS MILLER CVR.??b&w, 32pg (2 of 9) $3.50 RYP WRAPAROUND CVR.??b&w,32pg (2 of 9) $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Samuree (1995 3rd Series Acclaim) 1 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2AD1FA5-047

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They say there is no honor left in the world. They say there are no honorable samurai left in the world. But they are all wrong. There is at least one left -- Samuree! This storyline has been crafted to introduce new readers to Samuree and introduce all readers to her most dangerous arch-enemy yet! An epic story that stretches over hundreds of centuries, Samuree is a great introduction to the work of Neal Adams. In this issue: Samuree, a sixteen-year-old martial arts master, finds herself trapped in a web of vengeance, hatred, honor and betrayal. She is the only thing standing in the way of a villain who has waited centuries for revenge. Not your run-of-the-mill villain, his sense of honor and ethics is not too different from Samuree's. But our heroine faces a terrible decision -- can she stand in the way of his vengeance, when vengeance lies at the core of her being? Written by Peter Stone, with art by Rodolfo Damaggio, Neal Adams and Saw Nan. Cover by Mark Beachum. Cover price $2.50.

Samuree (1995 3rd Series Acclaim) 2 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2AD1FA5-048

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Samuree stands defeated and helpless, unable to defend herself for the first time in her life! Although wide awake, she cannot move a single muscle when the Dragon strikes! The Dragon forces Samuree to relive his past in ancient Japan, a turbulent era filled with brutal violence, betrayal, lust, murder, and the quest for power. She experiences the Dragon's greatest shame, as well as his death and rebirth. Will this experience drive her to side with the Dragon? Written by Peter Stone, with art by Rodolfo Damaggio, Neal Adams and Saw Nan. Cover by Neal Adams. Cover price $2.50.

Valeria the She-Bat (1995 Windjammer) 2 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2A98398-139

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Neal is joined by a group of all-star inkers to tell part two of this incredible story. Valeria pursues and faces the demon-bat who almost snatched away her innocence. This time the stakes are all-consuming! Written by Neal Adams and Peter Stone, with art by Neal Adams, Bill Sienkiewicz, John Nyberg, Rudy Nebres and Del Barras. Cover by Neal Adams. Cover price $2.50.

Veronica (1989 Archie) 22 CBCS 8.5 SS Dan Parent

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Witnessed Signature: Dan Parent on 11/20/2021. Direct Edition.

Label #21-40F58F4-029