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2001 A Space Odyssey (1976) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4698273025

Written by Jack Kirby. Art by Jack Kirby and Mike Royer. Cover by Jack Kirby and John Verpoorten. Egel is captured by Marak and his band. The Monolith shows Marak of Queen Jalessa, and Egel builds him weapons so he can capture her. Based on concepts from the film by Stanley Kubrick & Arthur C. Clarke. Hostess Fruit Pies ad, art by Dave Cockrum. Spider-Man and Captain America Ricochet Racers ad. Cover price $0.30.

2001 A Space Odyssey (1976) 4 CGC 9.4

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Label #4698273024

Written by Jack Kirby. Art by Jack Kirby and Mike Royer. Cover by Jack Kirby and Frank Giacoia. Marik reaches the land of Jalessa and becomes queen. In 2001, a space station orbiting Mars is doomed to destruction by a meteor strike. The monolith rescues Herb Marik and transpors him to an area similar to Jalessa's kingdom. Based on concepts from the film by Stanley Kubrick & Arthur C. Clarke. 36 pages, full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

All-Star Comics Revue (1977) fanzine 1 FN/VF 7.0

Cover by Mike Nasser and Steve Leialoha. Art by Rick Stasi & Alex Delinges.Edited by Craig Delich. A complete index to All-Star Comics with cover reproductions. Also includes JSA character bios, Junior Justice Society of America membership kits, and more. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, glossy white paper stock, black and white. Cover price $4.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 164 VG+ 4.5

"Deadline!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Mike Esposito (finishes), and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. In surprising fashion, the Kingpin's bizarre plan works! Richard Fisk absorbs the web-slingers life force and regains consciousness! So what's left of the amazing one? He's become dead (spider) man walking! However the wall-crawler musters enough strength to reach Dr. Curt Connors' laboratory; and once inside he receives a temporary energy boost! Armed with a device to recover his life force, the Spectacular Spider-Man sets off to find the Big Apple crime boss and his son! At the Brooklyn Navy Yard, the web-slinger rendezvous with the Kingpin of Crime! Who will survive their donnybrook on the docks? A powerful ending! Cameo appearances by Vanessa Fisk and Glory Grant. Flashback cameos by Captain America, the Falcon, and Red Skull. (Notes: The Kingpin returns in Amazing Spider-Man 197. Ross Andru's detailed illustrations of the navy yard were praised in the letters page of Amazing Spider-Man 168.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 171 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4701837010

"Photon is Another Name for...?" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Nova. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. Story continues from Nova 12 (1st series). The web-slinger and the Human Rocket chase Photon to the historic Montauk Point Lighthouse in hopes of catching and unmasking Dr. Ralph Rider's killer! But upon their arrival the duo runs into a horde of Advanced Idea Mechanics (A.I.M.) agents! And once Photon appears Nova and the wall-crawler go down to defeat! Oh no! Is a watery grave awaiting both Spidey and Nova at the bottom of Long Island Sound? The dramatic cover doesn't lie! The first team-up of Nova and the web-slinger may be the last! Cameo appearances by Charles Rider, Harry Osborn, Liz Allan, and the Molten Man. (Note: A limited distribution 35-cent cover price variant exists for this issue.) 36 pages Cover price $0.30.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 174 FN+ 6.5

"The Hitman's Back in Town!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Jim Mooney (finishes), and Tony DeZuniga (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. The Hitman is back! And he's got a brand new target: J. Jonah Jameson! But there's another gun-toting vigilante back in town too: the Punisher! And he's tracking the Hitman! Mix in the wondrous wall-crawler...and as shown on the dynamic cover, all concerned parties come together in JJJ's corner office! Pandemonium erupts when the bullets start flying! Stay down Jonah! Let Spidey and the Punisher take the hit (man)! Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, Dr. Marla Madison, and Dr. Bart Hamilton. First 35¢ issue. (Notes: The Hitman previously appeared in Spectacular Spider-Man 5. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 216.) 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 175 FN/VF 7.0

"Big Apple Battleground!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Jim Mooney (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. It's a spectacular shootout atop the Statue of Liberty! The inscription at the statue's base calls for the tired, poor, and huddled masses; but tonight, lady liberty is instead receiving the homicidal, vengeful, scared, and amazing! In the persons of the Hitman, Punisher, J. Jonah Jameson, and Spider-Man! Three of the men will survive their harrowing encounter. One will not. An outstanding issue! Final appearance of the Hitman. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, Joe Robertson, Dr. Marla Madison, and Dr. Bart Hamilton. (Notes: The Punisher appears next in Captain America 241. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 217.) 36 pages. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 217. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 11 FN/VF 7.0

"Spawn of the Spider" Plot by Archie Goodwin. Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by Don Perlin. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by Gil Kane and Joe Sinnott. After posting bond for his dear Aunt May, Peter Parker needs money to pay his monthly rent! So in an unusual step, the web-slinger agrees to appear in a "B" movie featuring deadly spider-like monsters! However the amazing one doesn't know about the hostility among the director, producer, and costume designer! One of the three plans to sabotage the movie! And that means cancelling the act of its new star...Spider-Man! The twists and turns of the plot lead all the way to Yonkers! Where the battle between the wall-crawler and the Spider-Squad takes a front row seat! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Anna Watson, and J. Jonah Jameson. Second story: "Chaos at the Coffee Bean!" Script by Scott Edelman. Pencils by John Romita Jr. (his first professional work). Inks by Al Milgrom. The Amazing Spider-Man foils a robbery at the Coffee Bean with Mary Jane by his side. 52 pages. Cover price $0.50.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Whitman Variants 174 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Multi-Pack Edition.

Label #4699612010

Whitman Variant. "The Hitman's Back in Town!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Jim Mooney (finishes), and Tony DeZuniga (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. The Hitman is back! And he's got a brand new target: J. Jonah Jameson! But there's another gun-toting vigilante back in town too: the Punisher! And he's tracking the Hitman! Mix in the wondrous wall-crawler...and as shown on the dynamic cover, all concerned parties come together in JJJ's corner office! Pandemonium erupts when the bullets start flying! Stay down Jonah! Let Spidey and the Punisher take the hit (man)! Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, Dr. Marla Madison, and Dr. Bart Hamilton. First 35¢ issue. (Notes: The Hitman previously appeared in Spectacular Spider-Man 5. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 216.) 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Batman (1940) 287 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4554024004

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Last 30-cent cover price. Cover art by Mike Grell. The Maltese Cup Cake Hostess snack cakes ad with Wonder Woman. "Batman-Ex--As in Extinct!", script by David Vern (as David V. Reed), pencils by Mike Grell, inks by Bob Wiacek; The Penguin uses robots of extinct birds or ancestors of birds, starting with a robot pterosaur, top commit crimes; The robot cracks out of a Napoleon statue at Gotham's La Galerie; Batman destroys the robot bird, but Penguin and his gang pull off a jewel robbery; Penguin sends an archeopteriz robot to panic the crowds at Gotham City Music Hall where a movie about Machiavelli is playing; Meanwhile, his gang robs a diner on 1805 Hamilton Street; Batman captures the crooks, but then learns of an attack on the schooner Nelson by a robot Diatryma. Statement of ownership; Average # of copies sold previous year: 178,000. Text article with photograph of publisher Jenette Kahn. Walt Simonson profile by Mike Gold. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.30.

Batman (1974) DC Treasury Edition C-51 GD/VG 3.0

Water spotting.

Limited Collectors' Edition: Batman reprints--the early classic Ra's al Ghul stories all in one volume! "Daughter of the Demon" (art by Neal Adams), "Bruce Wayne--Rest in Peace" (art by Irv Novick), "The Lazarus Pit" (art by Adams), and "The Demon Lives Again" (art by Adams). Reprints from Batman 232 (1st appearance of Ra's), 242-244. The inside back cover contains brief bios and small photos of Denny O'Neil, Adams, Novick, Dick Giordano, and Julie Schwartz. Size is 10 x 13-1/2" (about the size of a Life magazine). 80 pages. New Adams wraparound cover. Cover price $2.00.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4694883013

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4694883002

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4694883015

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 VF 8.0

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 VF- 7.5

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 FN+ 6.5

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 1 VG- 3.5

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Verpoorten. King Solomon's Frog!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Black Panther helps Abner Little, a member of the Collectors, recover the Brass Frog, an ancient time machine; Due to its dangerous nature, the Frog had previously been hidden away by the Black Panther's grandfather, Azzuri, but was taken by Alfred Queely, a fellow member of the Collectors; After getting the Frog, the Black Panther and Little are attacked by Princess Zanda, another member of the Collectors, for control of the artifact. During the battle, the Frog is activated and a mysterious creature, Hatch-22, appears. Jack Kirby writes about what readers can expect from his new Black Panther. 36 pgs. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Captain Britain (UK 1976-1977 Marvel 1st Series) 35 VF- 7.5

Origin. Magazine size weekly British edition comic published weekly by Marvel Comics International. 32 pages. black and white.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 141 FN 6.0

"Target: Death!" Written by Marv Wolfman and Jim Shoorter. Pencils by Gil Kane (pages 1-12) and Bob Brown (pages 13-17). Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover art by Dave Cockrum. DD takes down Stone, an employee of Maxwell Glenn, who has just taken a sniper shot at D.A. Foggy Nelson. When Matt and Heather confront her father, he claims to know nothing about Stone's activities. DD finds that Bullseye is back in town and the two battle. Bullseye knocks Daredevil out with a cardboard "paper" airplane and ties him to a giant arrow which he plans to shoot out of a giant crossbow right into side of the cliffs of New Jersey. Notes: Third appearance of Bullseye. Cover price $0.30.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 7 VF 8.0

"The Fourth Host." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby . Inks by Mike Royer. For centuries mankind has tried to understand the meaning of the ancient paintings markings that adorned lost Incan temples. Now their meaning will be made quite clear. The Celestials, space gods of unimaginable power, have returned to planet Earth to judge mankind and their cousins, the immortal Eternals and demonic Deviants. Thumbs up could mean prosperity, but thumbs down could mean the end of everything. Note: 1st mentions of Celestials Eson the Searcher, Nezarr the Calculator, Jemiah the Analyzer, Tefral the Surveyor and The One Above All. Cover price $0.30.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 10 CGC 7.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3956611002

"Mother!" Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Doom threatens the domain of the Deviants! The Celestials judge the Deviants and find them wanting. Cover price $0.30.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 13 FN 6.0

"The Astronauts!" Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Only in the awesome era of the space god's return could these shocking events happen. Images once carved on stone by the ancient Incas have come to life, and they've come to Earth! The space gods have returned! A new awareness of the past, present, and future has gripped mankind in the wake of their arrival. While the giant Celestials roam the planet, their monstrous spacecraft orbits the Earth. This is the story of those who were sent to investigate that spacecraft. Note: First appearance of Gilgamesh (the Forgotten One). First appearance One Above All, previously first mentioned in Eternals 7. Cover price $0.30.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 14 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Label #3950617011

"Ikaris and the Cosmic-Powered Hulk." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Can even an immortal withstand the awesome power of the Cosmic Hulk?! Cover price $0.30.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) 17 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Label #3922129010

"Sersi the Terrible." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby and Mike Royer. A dark power has risen and threatens to mold the world into his dark image. Even the immortal power of the Eternals may not be enough to stop him. Note: First appearance of Sigmar. Cover price $0.35.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) Annual 1 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3970770002

"The Time Killers." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Only Thena, Karkas, and the Reject stand between humanity and a horde of assassins out of time. It's three against many in this double-sized action packed spectacular. Cover price $0.50.

Eternals (1976 1st Series) Annual 1 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Label #3954776004

"The Time Killers." Written by Jack Kirby. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Only Thena, Karkas, and the Reject stand between humanity and a horde of assassins out of time. It's three against many in this double-sized action packed spectacular. Cover price $0.50.

Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) 180 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4701837008

"Bedlam in the Baxter Building" from issue 101 Written by Stan Lee. Pencils by Jack Kirby, Inks by Joe Sinnott. New cover by Kirby/Sinnott was done for the story intended for this issue but bumped to next issue, so it does not match the story inside. This issue contains a statement of ownership--average print run, 431,962; average paid circulation, 199,734. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-1864831-002

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4429601010

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 FN 6.0

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 FN- 5.5

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 FN- 5.5

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 VG+ 4.5

Centerfold detached at one staple.

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Green Lantern (1960 2nd Series DC) 97 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #1298713002

"The Mystery of the Mocker." Guest-starring Black Canary. Green Lantern and the Corps battle the Mocker while Green Arrow and Black Canary take on terrorists. Script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Mike Grell, inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by Grell. Cover price $0.35.

Heavy Metal Magazine (1977) Vol. 1 #1 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4618456022

Rich Corben, Moebius, & Bode art April, 1977, issue 1. Dubbed "The adult illustrated fantasy magazine," Heavy Metal also publishes tales of horror, science fiction, and adventure. This first issue includes the following stories: Den by Richard Corben; Rut by Druillet; Conquering Armies by Dionnet and Gal; The Adventures of Yriss by Druillet and Alexis; Azrach by Moebius; Selenia by Marre and Macedo; The Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks; Traumwach by Mouchel, Pierson, and Voss; Space Punks by Mezieres; Age of Ages by Rubington; 1996 by Montellier; Sunspot by Vaughn Bodé; and Manipulation by Roy. Cover art by Nicollet. Cover price $1.50.

Heavy Metal Presents Arzach GN (1977) By Moebius 1-1ST VG 4.0

1st printing. By Jean Moebius Giraud. This is Moebius' most fascinating science-fantasy material to date, including his innovative wordless "pantomime" work, and his now legendary hero, Arzach. No bookshelf of fine graphic literature is complete without Arzach. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $6.95.

House of Hammer (UK 1976 Top Sellers) 3 FN+ 6.5

Painted cover by Brian Lewis. Stories by Dez Skinn, Donne Avenell, Leroy Rickman, Denis Gifford, Steve Moore, John Fleming, John Brosnan, and Tise Vahimagi. Art by Brian Lewis, Ian Gibson, Alberto Cuyas, and Trevor Goring. Edited by Dez Skinn of Warrior fame, House of Hammer presented comics adaptations and articles based on Hammer Films' legendary horror movies, featuring an array of British comics talent early in their careers. A comics adaptation of Hammer's first Frankenstein film, 1957's Curse of Frankenstein, continued from the previous issue. The Baron's murder spree continues, as his Creature is killed and rebuilt again. Captain Kronos battles vampires in the concluding chapter of the authorized comics sequel to the Hammer adventure film, featuring art by future Judge Dredd and Halo Jones artist Ian Gibson. In a Terror Tales short, a serial killer disposes of his victims in a nearby swamp, until a witch intervenes. Plus a profile of horror legend Lon Chaney Sr., a history of the Frankenstein's Monster on film, and monster-movie effects of the 1950s. Terrific Painted cover by Brian Lewis. Hammer Happenings; The Curse of Frankenstein; Media Macabre; The Decline and Fall of the Frankenstein Monster; The Frankenstein Gallery; The Golden Age of Horror; Captain Kronos, Vampire Hunter; Hammer Answer Desk; Effectively Speaking; Night of the Living Dead; Van Helsing's Terror Tales: Swamp Fever. 8-in. x 10.5-in., 52 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

House of Hammer (UK 1976 Top Sellers) 4 FN+ 6.5

Painted cover by Brian Lewis. Stories by Dez Skinn, Denis Gifford, Steve Moore, John Brosnan, and Tise Vahimagi. Art by Brian Lewis and John Bolton. Edited by Dez Skinn of Warrior fame, House of Hammer presented comics adaptations and articles based on Hammer Films' legendary horror movies, featuring an array of British comics talent early in their careers. HoH adapts one of Hammer's strangest films, the martial arts-vampire mashup Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires. British vampire hunter Van Helsing battles vampires in 1900s China. In a Terror Tales short, scientists in the jungle discover the horrifying truth about the vanished Napier expedition. Plus Mexican and Asian horror films, a history of Dracula on film, and special effects of the undersea monsters. Hammer Happenings; Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires; In Pursuit of Dracula; Creatures from the Deep; Media Macabre; Van Helsing's Terror Tales: Curse of the Leopard Men; Mexican Monsters; Monsters from the East; The Golden Age of Horror. 8-in. x 10.5-in., 52 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

House of Hammer (UK 1976 Top Sellers) 5 FN+ 6.5

Painted cover by Brian Lewis. Stories by Dez Skinn, Denis Gifford, Steve Moore, John Brosnan, Barrie Pattison, John Fleming, and Tise Vahimagi. Art by Paul Neary and Martin Asbury. Edited by Dez Skinn of Warrior fame, House of Hammer presented comics adaptations and articles based on Hammer Films' legendary horror movies, featuring an array of British comics talent early in their careers. A comics adaptation of Hammer's sci-fi adventure Moon Zero Two (later spoofed on MST3K) features art by future Marvel artist Paul Neary. A bush pilot in space helps a woman find her brother, a missing Moon prospector. In a Terror Tales short, a struggling village butcher picks the wrong victim when he starts dealing in human meats. Plus a profile of horror legend Bela Lugosi, Mexican horror films, and B-movie monsters. Hammer Happenings; Moon Zero Two; Media Macabre; Terrible Monsters; The Golden Age of Horror: The Coming of Dracula; Van Helsing's Terror Tales: One Man's Meat...; Mexican Monsters. 8-in. x 10.5-in., 52 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

Human Fly (1977 Marvel) 1 VF- 7.5

NOTE: The Human Fly character, created by Bill Mantlo, is based on real-life stuntman Rick Rojatt.

"Death-Walk!" Written by Bill Mantlo. Art by Lee Elias. Guest-starring Spider-Man. Thrill to the death-defying adventures of the Human Fly! The Human Fly is a man that was severely injured in a car crash. After a reconstructive surgery laced 60% of his skeleton with by steel, making him highly resistant to injury, the Fly now performs daredevil stunts to benefit various charities, especially those helping children with disabilities. The Human Fly is accompanied by a close knit group of allies with varying skills that assist him in his stunts and his adventures. In this first exciting adventure, the Human Fly attempt to save a jet airliner from hijackers, while it's still in the skies over Texas. Luckily, the Amazing Spider-Man is on hand to lend a hand. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: The Human Fly character, created by Bill Mantlo, is based on real-life stuntman Rick Rojatt. 1st Human Fly. Cover price $0.30.

Incredible Hulk (1962 Marvel 1st Series) 210 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4698273012

Cover by Ernie Chan. "And Call the Doctor...Druid!", script by Len Wein, pencils by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Ernie Chan (finished art), inks by Ernie Chan; Doctor Druid finds Bruce Banner in an alley and asks him for Hulk's help; According to Druid, Hulk's strength is the only hope to prevent the Maha Yogi from conquering or destroying the world. Bruce offers his help but refuses to turn into the Hulk; Druid takes Banner to Yogi's mansion where they are attacked by mercenaries; Hulk "wakes up", defeats them easily, and reaches Yogi, who uses his mental powers to take control of Hulk; Druid does the same thing, and both wizards start battling over the Hulk's control; The Hulk can't take it any longer, and knocks himself out by hitting his forehead very hard on the floor; Cameos by Thor and the X-Men (Cyclops, the Beast, Angel, Iceman, and Marvel Girl). Letter from comics writer Kurt Busiek. 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Invaders (1975 Marvel 1st Series) Annual 1 FN- 5.5

"Okay, Axis – Here We Come!" Guest-starring the Avengers. Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Frank Robbins and Frank Springer. Cover by Alex Schomburg. Additional art by Alex Schomburg, Don Rico and Lee Elias. Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, and Human Torch must battle Hyena, Agent Axis, and the Shark, villains from their past. Plus, the Invaders come face-to-face with Yellow Jacket, Black Panther ,and the Vision, but what are the Avengers doing in 1941. Featuring a sinister appearance by the Grandmaster. 32 pages FC NOTE: The events in this issue tie-into Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #71. Cover price $0.50.

Iron Fist (1975 1st Series) 12 FN- 5.5

"Assault on Avengers' Mansion!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Captain America and Misty Knight. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Byrne and Dan Adkins. Iron Fist has come to Avengers' Mansion seeking help against the Wrecking Crew, but his reputation as the "Kung Fu Killer" (see IF #10) precedes him. Now, Iron Fist must go one-on-one with perhaps the ultimate fighter, Captain America. Meanwhile, Misty Knight is in the clutches of the Wrecking Crew and her time is running out. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Fist (1975 1st Series) 14 CGC 8.0 JSA Claremont/Byrne

Paper: Off white to white

Chris Claremont Authenticated Autograph and John Byrne Authenticated Autograph on page 1.

Label #4591765001

1st appearance of Sabretooth - next appearance is in Power Man and Iron Fist # 66. "Snowfire!" Guest-starring Colleen Wing. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Byrne and Dan Green. Cover by Dave Cockrum, and Al Milgrom. Lost and wounded somewhere in the Canadian wilderness, Iron Fist must summon all his energy and skills to survive an encounter with the deadly man called Sabretooth. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Fist (1975 1st Series) 15 VG/FN 5.0

Final issue. 1st appearance of Bush Master. "Enter the X-Men!" Guest-starring the Uncanny X-Men and Misty Knight. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Byrne and Dan Green. Cover by Dave Cockrum. Danny arrives at Misty Knight's apartment to find his friend missing However, this apartment also belongs to one Jean Grey, and a misunderstanding has Iron Fist in pitch battle against the Uncanny X-Men. Meanwhile, Misty Knight is deep undercover infiltrating the organization of none other than Bush Master (Power Man's erstwhile foe)! The subplot of the dragon branded bruiser that has ambushed Iron Fist is wrapped up in Marvel Team-up #63-64, and Iron Fist's further adventures continues in Power Man and Iron Fist #48. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 95 VG 4.0

Signed by Al Milgrom (splash page). No autograph certification is included. Water damage.

"Ultimo!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Gerry Conway and Bill Mantlo. Art by George Tuska and Don Perlin. In light of his recent trials (battles with the Blood Brothers, Controller, Melter, and Kraken) Tony Stark takes time to rebuild his armor and make it stronger than ever before, and just in time too. For the azure behemoth known as Ultimo (last seen in Tales of Suspense #77-78) has returned! 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 99 VG/FN 5.0

Signed by Al Milgrom (splash page). No autograph certification is included. Water damage.

"At the Mercy of the Mandarin!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring Sunfire. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by George Tuska and Mike Esposito. Tony must don his old armor to save his life and to confront the solar samurai, Sunfire. Plus, witness the triumphant return of Shell Head's arch enemy, the terrible Mandarin. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Iron Man (1968 1st Series) 104 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4702113020

"Triad!" Part 2 of 5. Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by George Tuska. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Frank Giacoia. The golden avenger is reeling after Midas' stunning takeover of Stark International last issue! Fortunately, Tony has the loving arms of Madame Masque to help him regain his bearings! But someone else wants the comforting arms of Whitney Frost too! In a surprising development, SHEILD agent Jasper Sitwell attacks Shell-Head at the Stark family home! But Iron Man doesn't want to waste time with the love-struck agent, he wants to get his company back! Perhaps Madame Masque can sooth the situation! Cameo appearances by Michael O'Brien, Marianne Rodgers, and Jack of Hearts. Flashback cameos by Spymaster and the Minotaur. First 35¢ issue. (Note: This issue contains a full-page ad for Hostess Cupcakes featuring Spider-Man and Mary Jane Watson.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

John Carter Warlord of Mars (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4525429011

Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' Martian novels, John Carter Warlord of Mars ran for 28 issues. "Air Pirates of Mars, Part 1" finds John Carter rescuing Dejah Thoris from an army of Tharks and uncovering a plot to destroy his beloved Barsoom. Includes Welcome Back, Carter text editorial. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Dave Cockrum. Cover by Kane and Cockrum. Cover price $0.30.