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Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 176 VF+ 8.5

"He Who Laughs Last...!" Part 1 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Tony DeZuniga (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. After surviving his harrowing adventure with the Punisher and the Hitman, Peter Parker decides to check in on his good friend Harry Osborn. To his dismay the web-slinger discovers the office of Harry's psychiatrist (aka Dr. Bart Hamilton) completely trashed! Oh my, has Harry suffered another mental breakdown? The wall-crawler rushes to Harry and Flash's apartment and realizes his worst nightmare has come true! The Green Goblin is back...and crazier than ever! Meanwhile on the steps of City Hall, Aunt May suffers a heart attack while protesting for senior citizens' rights. Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Flash Thompson, and Mary Jane Watson. (Note: The Green Goblin previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man 137.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 177 VF 8.0

"Goblin in the Middle" Part 2 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Joe Sinnott. After saving Flash Thompson from a deadly fall, the wall-crawler takes a break (from his pursuit of the goblin) to visit his dear aunt in the hospital. Fortunately, Aunt May seems to be doing much better! Later that night the web-slinger hears about an underworld meeting taking place at the World Trade Center! The amazing one swings over to the twin towers ready to bust up Silvermane's party, but the Green Goblin gets there first! Is the goblin going to clash or collude with Silvermane? Either way it spells trouble for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Cameo appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Anna Watson, and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameos by Norman Osborn and Gwen Stacy. (Note: Silvermane formerly appeared in Daredevil 123.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 177 VF- 7.5

"Goblin in the Middle" Part 2 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Joe Sinnott. After saving Flash Thompson from a deadly fall, the wall-crawler takes a break (from his pursuit of the goblin) to visit his dear aunt in the hospital. Fortunately, Aunt May seems to be doing much better! Later that night the web-slinger hears about an underworld meeting taking place at the World Trade Center! The amazing one swings over to the twin towers ready to bust up Silvermane's party, but the Green Goblin gets there first! Is the goblin going to clash or collude with Silvermane? Either way it spells trouble for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Cameo appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Anna Watson, and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameos by Norman Osborn and Gwen Stacy. (Note: Silvermane formerly appeared in Daredevil 123.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 179PIZ FN/VF 7.0

Pizzazz Variant, has centerfold subscription offer for "Pizzazz" Magazine. "The Goblin's Always Greener!" Part 4 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. In desperate fashion the web-slinger escapes from the Green Goblin's trap and makes a beeline for New Hope Hospital! Once inside Peter finally signs the consent forms to begin his aunt's surgery! While May's heart operation takes place, Joe Robertson tells Peter about a major disturbance going on at Radio City Music Hall. When the wall-crawler arrives at the Showplace of the Nation, the three-way battle erupts: the Green Goblin vs. Silvermane vs. the Amazing Spider-Man! And the winner will be determined next issue! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Anna Watson, and Harry Osborn. 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 180 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #0629656008

"Who Was That Goblin I Saw You With?" Part 5 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. This is it! The awesome conclusion to the five-part goblin saga! At Radio City Music Hall, the Green Goblin emerges triumphant! And the devious purple and green villain flies to an incinerating plant in Brooklyn to throw the unconscious web-slinger into a smokestack! But the spectacular one wakes up just in time! And the final donnybrook between the Green Goblin and the Amazing Spider-Man begins! The wall-crawler is in control of the battle...until a second goblin arrives on the scene! What?! Who? The web-slinger watches in shock as the battle of the goblins unfolds! Can Harry Osborn exorcise the demons of his past? And somehow return to a normal life? An uplifting story! Final appearance of Dr. Bart Hamilton. Cameo appearances by Silvermane, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, and Liz Allan. Flashback cameos by Harry Osborn and the Spider-clone. (Notes: More than a decade passes before Harry Osborn becomes the Green Goblin again in Amazing Spider-Man 312. The incinerating plant in this story is the same one where the web-slinger disposed of his clone in Amazing Spider-Man 151. Silvermane returns in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 2. This issue concludes Len Wein's terrific two-and-a-half year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 185 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #0629656009

"Spider, Spider, Burning Bright!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. The Spectacular Spider-Man is on fire in Chinatown! And hurtling towards the East River to save his life! Thankfully, the murky waters extinguish the flames and give the wall-crawler a chance to regroup! The following night the web-slinger returns to the Lower East Side to battle the White Dragon again! Will the way of the spider or the way of the (white) dragon prevail? Second story: At long last Peter Parker's graduation day from Empire State University is here! But Peter may want to check one more time with the registrars office...before walking across the stage! Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Betty Brant, Joe Robertson, and Aunt May. (Notes: The White Dragon appears next in Marvel Team-Up 144. This issue concludes Ross Andru's remarkable 5-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the original clone saga and the creations of the Punisher, Jackal, and Tarantula.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 187 VF 8.0

"The Power of Electro!" Guest-starring Captain America. Plot by Marv Wolfman and Jim Starlin. Script by Marv Wolfman. Brilliant art by Jim Starlin (layouts) and Bob McLeod (finishes). Cover by Keith Pollard. It's an overstuffed tale featuring the star-spangled avenger, web-slinger, SHIELD, Electro, and the bubonic plague! When the Daily Bugle receives a tip that authorities have cordoned off the neighborhoods surrounding the Indian Point Power Station, Jonah sends his ace photographer to investigate! The web-slinger easily slips past the SHIELD agents but runs into a problem after bumping into the Sentinel of Liberty! Cap wants the wall-crawler to leave the area ASAP! But Cap would think differently if he knew that an electrifying encounter awaits! The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America vs. Electro! Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: This is one of only three issues Jim Starlin drew for the Amazing Spider-Man title (1st series): issues 113, 114, and 187. More of Jim Starlin's artwork featuring Spider-Man can be seen in Marvel Two-in-One Annual 2. The web-slinger and Electro previously battled in Marvel Team-Up 56.) 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 176 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4589713008

The Korvac Saga: Part 9 of 10 - "The Destiny Hunt!" Guest-starring Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, and Starhawk. Plot by Jim Shooter. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Dave Wenzel. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by John Romita, Jr. and Terry Austin. Iron Man, Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel, Moondragon, and Jocasta are scouring the city, the planet, and the cosmos looking for Michael (aka Korvac)! Where is their omnipotent opponent? The Avengers trace residual energy from Michael's cosmic blast (that destroyed the Collector) to Forest Hills Gardens in Queens! Is the most powerful villain in the universe hanging out in middle suburbia? Once Earth's Mightiest Heroes step foot inside Michael's home, the battle lines are drawn...for the cataclysmic confrontation coming up next issue! Avengers Assemble! Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Black Widow, Captain America, Hawkeye, Hercules, Iron Man, Moondragon, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Note: The letters page includes a letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Batman (1940) 297 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4681532011

Cover art by Jim Aparo. Hostess snack cakes ad with Aquaman and Mera. "The Mad Hatter Goes Straight!", script by David Vern (as David V. Reed), pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Vince Colletta; The Mad Hatter, sad that crime isn't fun anymore, reminisces about his youth, when he would fantasize about being a white-hatted sheriff or a plume-hatted cavalier, or wearing the hat of a Foreign Legionnaire; Since his fantasies were always about fighting as a good guy, he decides to give up crime and go straight; Hatter begins by mimicking a sheriff on horseback and stops two muggers from robbing Bruce Wayne and his date. Letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. A Word About the Fight of the Century article by publisher Jenette Kahn. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

Batman Family (1975 1st Series) 20 FN 6.0

Final issue of the series. Giant-size issue. All-new. Batman's origin is retold and Ragman co-stars in "Enter the Ragman!" Script by David V. Reed, pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Bob Smith. Robin and Batgirl team up in "Peril of the Power Sower!" Script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Don Heck, inks by John Celardo. Appearances by the Elongated Man and Red Tornado. Man-Bat stars in "Private Eye Man-Bat!" Script by Rozakis, pencils by Golden, inks by Joe Rubinstein. The Huntress stars in "Trial by Fire!" Script by Paul Levitz, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Bob Layton. Jim Starlin wrap-around cover. Cover price $1.00.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 8 FN/VF 7.0

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Frank Giacoia. Panthers or Pussycats?, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Traveling back to Wakanda, T'Challa recalls how he won the trial by combat to become the Black Panther, leader of the Panther cult and all of Wakanda; In Wakanda, members of the Wakandan royal family, Joshua Itobo, Ishanta, Khanata and Zuni, answer N'Gassi's call to battle the mutated Jakarra. 32 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Black Panther (1977 Marvel 1st Series) 9 VF+ 8.5

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby. Black Musketeers, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; With T'Challa still making his way back to Wakanda, the Wakandan royal family, calling themselves the Musketeers, do battle with Jakarra. 36 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 217 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4109544008

First appearance of Quasar (aka Marvel Man) in "The Search for Steve Rogers!" Plot by Roy Thomas. Script by Don Glut. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by John Buscema and Frank Giacoia. Captain America and the Falcon visit SHIELD's underground complex in Midtown...and meet the new Super-Agents of SHIELD! Nick Fury has been concerned about a shadowy organization called: The Corporation, so he recently assembled his own team of super-powered operatives. They are: the Blue Streak, Marvel Boy (aka Wendell Vaughn), the Texas Twister, and the Vamp. And now the Director of SHIELD wants the Sentinel of Liberty to put the new Super-Agents to the test! Four against one! This should be a piece of cake for the star-spangled avenger! First appearances of the Blue Streak and the Vamp. Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, Sharon Carter, Senator Kligger Stivak, Veda, and Redwing. (Notes: Wendell Vaughn was only called Marvel Boy in issue 217. Redwing appears for the first time since Captain America 191.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 222 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4646743012

"Monumental Menace!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Steve Gerber. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns), Mike Esposito (finishes), and John Tartaglione (finishes). Cover by Ernie Chan. The Living Legend begins his day under assault by a Volkswagen Beetle! Oh my! However auspiciously, the Corporation's remote-controlled car fails in its attempt to run over the star-spangled avenger. Undeterred by the rough start to his morning, Steve Rogers hops on a train to the Pentagon to research his origins. But the answers remain elusive. So, Cap makes a late night visit to the Lincoln Memorial to meditate. Where (as dramatically shown on the cover) the statue of President Lincoln attacks him! Wow, what is happening in our nation's capital? First appearance of Animus. Cameo appearances by Jarvis, Veda, Nick Fury, and Dum Dum Dugan. 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 224 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4071097015

"Saturday Night Furor!" Guest-starring the Avengers. Script by Peter Gillis. Pencils by Mike Zeck. Inks by Mike Esposito and John Tartaglione. Cover by Mike Zeck and Bob McLeod. A Bronx couple on their Sunday morning jog pulls Captain America out of the Hudson River! How did the shield-slinger end up in the drink overnight? The Living Legend doesn't remember, so he goes to Avengers Mansion for assistance. Earth's Mightiest Heroes help Cap put the pieces together and eventually Cap recalls that he was on a mission Saturday night -- to guard the components of the Madbomb. And something went terribly wrong...courtesy of the Tarantula! Now Cap is ready to resume his mission and tangle with the Tarantula again! Appearance by Senor Suerte. Cameo appearances by Jarvis, Nick Fury, Doctor Faustus, and General Argyle Fist. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Vision, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: This fill-in issue features Peter Gillis' first published story. This issue also features Mike Zeck's first artwork on Captain America.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 153 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #1992106006

"Betrayal" Written by Roger McKenzie. Pencils by Gene Colan. Inks by Tony DeZuniga. Cover pencils by Gene Colan with inks by Klaus Janson. DD races to Heather's apartment to rescue her only to be accosted and captured by Cobra and Mr. Hyde. Note: First appearance of "Daily Bugle" reporter Ben Urich. Cover price $0.35.

DC Comics Presents (1978 DC) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4601491001

Chase to the End of Time! - Written by Martin Pasko. Art and Cover by José Luis García-López and Dan Adkins. Presenting a brand-new series teaming Superman with DC's most sensational super-stars! The warring alien races the Volkir and the Zelkot come to Earth in pursuit of Zelkot Iylar who hopes to travel through time and prevent the aliens' war from ever beginning. The Zelkot threaten to destroy Earth if The Flash does not help Iylar complete his mission. But after The Flash heads off after Iylar, the Volkir convince Superman to stop Iylar or he will change history and Krypton will explode eons earlier than it did. Continues next issue. Characters in this issue: Superman [Clark Kent; Kal-El]; The Flash [Barry Allen]; Islayn (villain, a Volkir); Aylem (villain, a Zelkot); Iylar; Reverse-Flash [Professor Zoom; Eobard Thawne] (cameo). Plus: Aquaman and Aqualad in 1-page Hostess Twinkies ad "Imperiled Sub" with art by Curt Swan and Vince Colletta. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.35.

DC Comics Presents (1978 DC) 1 CGC 6.0

Paper: White

Label #1298713006

Chase to the End of Time! - Written by Martin Pasko. Art and Cover by José Luis García-López and Dan Adkins. Presenting a brand-new series teaming Superman with DC's most sensational super-stars! The warring alien races the Volkir and the Zelkot come to Earth in pursuit of Zelkot Iylar who hopes to travel through time and prevent the aliens' war from ever beginning. The Zelkot threaten to destroy Earth if The Flash does not help Iylar complete his mission. But after The Flash heads off after Iylar, the Volkir convince Superman to stop Iylar or he will change history and Krypton will explode eons earlier than it did. Continues next issue. Characters in this issue: Superman [Clark Kent; Kal-El]; The Flash [Barry Allen]; Islayn (villain, a Volkir); Aylem (villain, a Zelkot); Iylar; Reverse-Flash [Professor Zoom; Eobard Thawne] (cameo). Plus: Aquaman and Aqualad in 1-page Hostess Twinkies ad "Imperiled Sub" with art by Curt Swan and Vince Colletta. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.35.

DC Comics Presents (1978 DC) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4601491003

First 50c cover-priced issue. Race to the End of Time! - Written by Martin Pasko. Art and Cover by José Luis García-López and Dan Adkins. Continued from the previous issue. In the 25th century, Superman secretly helps Flash deal with Professor Zoom, before the two head off again across time after Iylar, who is trying to reach the past and end an alien civil war before it began. Flash wants to make sure Iylar makes it through time, so that the Zelkot do not destroy Earth. Superman wants to ensure the war begins so that the Volkir visit Earth in the past and seed life on it. After a number of stops across time, Superman and Flash catch up to Iylar, stop him from preventing the war, and neutralize the aliens' threat against the Earth in the present. Characters in this issue: Superman [Clark Kent]; The Flash [Barry Allen]; Legion of Super-Heroes [Superboy; Brainiac 5; Wildfire; Mon-El; Cosmic Boy; Princess Projectra]; Reverse-Flash [Professor Zoom; Eobard Thawne]; Iylar; a Zelkot; a Volkir. 40 pages, full color. Cover price $0.50.

Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) 201 CGC 3.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4512477001

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"Home Deadly Home!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Art by Keith Pollard (layouts) and Joe Sinnott (finishes). Cover by Keith Pollard and Joe Sinnott. The Fantastic Four are back together again! And basking in the glow of their victory over Doctor Doom in the previous issue. After returning to Manhattan, the FF move back into the Baxter Building and unpack all of their equipment and personal belongings. But something isn't quite right with the computers in the Baxter Building, and suddenly the FF find themselves under attack! 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 6 FN+ 6.5

"A Monster Enslaved!" Part 1 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe. Has S.H.I.E.LD., with help from Stark International (a company owned by Tony Stark a.k.a. Iron Man), finally devised a way to take down the reptilian titan known as Godzilla. Plus, what is "Mr. Project," and what does it mean for Godzilla. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 7 VF 8.0

"Birth of a Warrior!" Part 2 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. Godzilla has just awoken from his gas induced sleep and he's not happy. Is there nothing that can stop the monster's rampage. Maybe the giant robot known as Red Ronin, piloted by the young Rob Takiguchi, can. 1st appearance of Red Ronin. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 7 FN/VF 7.0

"Birth of a Warrior!" Part 2 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. Godzilla has just awoken from his gas induced sleep and he's not happy. Is there nothing that can stop the monster's rampage. Maybe the giant robot known as Red Ronin, piloted by the young Rob Takiguchi, can. 1st appearance of Red Ronin. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 8 VF 8.0

"Titan Times Two!" Part 3 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe. The mighty Godzilla has made his way to a Nuclear Missile Installation and the only thing standing in his way and a potential holocaust-sized disaster is the giant robot Red Ronin, piloted by 12 year old Rob Takiguchi. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 10 FN 6.0

"Godzilla vs. Yetigar!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. On the precipice of the Grand Canyon, Godzilla comes face-to-face with another gigantic monster of strength and power. Yetigar, the biggest big foot, is here to challenge Godzilla for the title. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 12 NM- 9.2

The Mega-Monsters from Beyond. Part 1 of 3. "The Beta-Beast!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. A strange ray of light transports the mighty Godzilla to the surface of the moon where he is confronted by a strange creature from beyond the stars. The great beast soon learns that he is now caught in the middle of a war that has raged between two alien races for centuries. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 12 VF+ 8.5

The Mega-Monsters from Beyond. Part 1 of 3. "The Beta-Beast!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. A strange ray of light transports the mighty Godzilla to the surface of the moon where he is confronted by a strange creature from beyond the stars. The great beast soon learns that he is now caught in the middle of a war that has raged between two alien races for centuries. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 12 VF- 7.5

The Mega-Monsters from Beyond. Part 1 of 3. "The Beta-Beast!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. A strange ray of light transports the mighty Godzilla to the surface of the moon where he is confronted by a strange creature from beyond the stars. The great beast soon learns that he is now caught in the middle of a war that has raged between two alien races for centuries. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 13 VF+ 8.5

The Mega-Monsters from Beyond. Part 2 of 3. "Triax!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. Godzilla arrives back on Earth in time to help Red Ronin vanquish the terrible creature known as Triax, the first of three alien monsters sent to soften the planet up for alien invasion. But when Rhiahn and Krollar arrive to bolster Triax's assault, things go from bad to worse. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 13 VF+ 8.5

The Mega-Monsters from Beyond. Part 2 of 3. "Triax!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. Godzilla arrives back on Earth in time to help Red Ronin vanquish the terrible creature known as Triax, the first of three alien monsters sent to soften the planet up for alien invasion. But when Rhiahn and Krollar arrive to bolster Triax's assault, things go from bad to worse. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 16 VF+ 8.5

"The Great Godzilla Roundup!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. Falsely accused of feeding on a rancher's live-stock, Godzilla is accosted by an army of modern day cowboys. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 16 VF 8.0

"The Great Godzilla Roundup!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. Falsely accused of feeding on a rancher's live-stock, Godzilla is accosted by an army of modern day cowboys. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 17 VF/NM 9.0

"Of Lizards, Great and Small!" Part 1 of 8. Guest-starring Hank Pym (Giant Man) and the Wasp. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. This issue begins the most offbeat epic in Godzilla's history. Tired of getting his butt kicked by the giant lizard, S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Dum-Dum Dugan calls in the Avengers for some much needed help. Using Pym Particles, they shrink the mighty leviathan down to a manageable size. Cover price $0.35.

Jonah Hex (1977 1st Series) 11DCS FN+ 6.5

DC Comic Questionnaire Insert Variant. This variant of Jonah Hex #11 contains a 4-page, 6.75-in. x 8.5-in., bound in DC customer survey form. Otherwise, the comic is identical to ordinary copies. No info is available as to how many copies of this issue or other April & May cover-dated issues contained the survey. However, survey copies almost never turn up so distribution of this variant type must have been very limited.

"The Holdout!" Will Jonah be able to draw in time? Written by Michael Fleisher, with art by Rich Buckler, Dick Giordano and friends. Cover by Rich Buckler and Dick Giordano. Cover price $0.35.

Laff-A-Lympics (1978) 6 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4663611012

Cover art by Scott Shaw! "The Discount of Monty Cristo!", script by Mark Evanier, pencils by Roman Arambula, inks by Scott Shaw; A magical credit card that grants the user preposterous discounts on purchases is the focus of villainous interest. Appearances by Yogi Bear; Scooby Doo; Mumbly; Snagglepuss; Mildew Wolf; Shaggy; Dynomutt; Captain Caveman; Boo Boo Bear; Huckleberry Hound; Wally Gator; Blue Falcon; Augie Doggie; Doggie Daddy; Quick Draw McGraw; Dinky Dalton; Hokey Wolf; Babu the Genie; Pixie & Dixie; Dread Baron; Dee Dee Skyes; Taffy Dare; Brenda Chance; The Creepleys; Orful Octopus; Hong Kong Phooey; Cindy Bear; Yakky Doodle Duck; Mr. Jinks; Grape Ape; Daisy Mayhem; Fondoo the Magician; Dirty Dalton; and Dastardly Dalton. "The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera: Cartoon Roots" article by Art Scott; Background/history on Hanna Barbera characters: Mildew Wolf, Daisy Mayhem, Quick Draw McGraw, Super Snooper, Blabber Mouse, Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

Machine Man (1978 1st Series) 2 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4682732024

House of Nightmares - Story and Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Mike Royer. Cover by Jack Kirby and Mike Esposito. They've caught Machine Man...but they can't hold him! Don't miss this second sensational issue! Starring Machine Man, Peter Spalding, Colonel Kragg, Jose, Mr. Grover, Mr. Bates, Mary and Harry. Plus: A brief article and call for letters from Jack Kirby in the 1-page "A Persecuted Machine." 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.35.

Marvel Premiere (1972) 44 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4682732015

Jack of Hearts stars in "The Jack of Hearts!" Script by Bill Mantlo, pencils by Keith Giffen, inks by Rudy Nebres. Cameos by Iron Man, the Hulk, and the White Tiger. The letters page contains Jack of Hearts character designs by Dave Cockrum. Cover price $0.35.

Marvel Treasury Edition (1974) 19 VG/FN 5.0

Marvel Treasury Edition (1974) #19 features Conan the Barbarian. Based on tales by Robert E. Howard. Adapted by Roy Thomas. From the pages of Savage Sword of Conan, this issue reprints some of the Cimmerian's most epic adventures for the first time in color. Includes "Iron Shadows in the Moon" (Reprints Savage Sword of Conan #4) art by John Buscema and Alfredo Alcala, and "The People of the Dark" (Reprints Savage Sword of Conan #6) art by Alex Nino. Plus, artists Dave Wenzel and Frank Thorne present their versions of King Kull, Red Sonja, and Cormac Mac Art. 80 pages. Cover price $2.00.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 15 FN+ 6.5

John Buscema and Joe Sinnott cover. Chris Claremont script. Jim Mooney & Tony DeZuniga art. "The Shark Is A Very Deadly Beast!" Ms. Marvel and Namorita vs. Tiger-Shark. Appearance Wundarr. Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 17 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4224233019

Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin cover. Chris Claremont script. Jim Mooney & Tony DeZuniga art. "Shadow of the Gun" Ms. Marvel vs. Centurion. 2nd appearance of X-Men character, Mystique (cameo). Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 17 VF- 7.5

Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin cover. Chris Claremont script. Jim Mooney & Tony DeZuniga art. "Shadow of the Gun" Ms. Marvel vs. Centurion. 2nd appearance of X-Men character, Mystique (cameo). Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 18 FN/VF 7.0

1st full appearance of Mystique.

Dave Cockrum cover (pencils & inks). Chris Claremont script. Jim Mooney & Ricardo Villamonte art. "The St. Valentine's Day Avengers Massacre" Ms. Marvel and the Avengers (Wonder Man, Vision, Scarlet Witch, YellowJacket, & the Wasp) vs. Centurion and Mystique. First *full* appearance of X-Men Character, Mystique. Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 18 VG+ 4.5

1st full appearance of Mystique.

Dave Cockrum cover (pencils & inks). Chris Claremont script. Jim Mooney & Ricardo Villamonte art. "The St. Valentine's Day Avengers Massacre" Ms. Marvel and the Avengers (Wonder Man, Vision, Scarlet Witch, YellowJacket, & the Wasp) vs. Centurion and Mystique. First *full* appearance of X-Men Character, Mystique. Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 19 FN+ 6.5

John Romita Jr. and Joe Rubinstein cover. Chris Claremont script. Carmine Infantino & Bob McLeod art. "Mirror, Mirror" Ms. Marvel and Captain Marvel join forces with Kree Supreme Intelligence against Ronan the Accuser. Origin Ms. Marvel retold. Cover price $0.35.

Ms. Marvel (1977 1st Series) 20 VF 8.0

Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek cover and art. Chris Claremont script. "The All-New Ms. Marvel" Ms. Marvel gets a new costume and battles the Lizard People. Cover price $0.35.

Silver Surfer The Ultimate Cosmic Experience (1978 Fireside) 1-1ST VF+ 8.5

1st printing. Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby. Painted cover by Earl Norem (based on sketch by Jack Kirby). The Silver Surfer is the only thing standing in the way of Earth and total annihilation at the hands of Galactus. Softcover, 130 pages, full color. This graphic novel marks the last collaboration between the architects of the Marvel Universe and the godfathers of Modern Day Comics - Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Cover price $4.95.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 14 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4651651014

"Killing Me Softly With His Hate!" Part 3 of 4. Script by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns), Mike Esposito (finishes), and John Tartaglione (finishes). The wall-crawler, Razorback, and Flash are prisoners of the Hate Monger! The trio is chained to a wall and staring down a time bomb set to explode! Can the heroes escape the Hate Monger's trap? And get to Yonkers Stadium in time for the next Legion of Light rally? Cameo appearance by the Man-Beast. 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 21 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1572074002

"Still Crazy After All These Years" Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by Jim Mooney. Inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Keith Pollard and Terry Austin. The Scorpion (last seen in Ms. Marvel 2) is back, and he's still consumed by hatred for J. Jonah Jameson! This time in his quest for vengeance, Mac Gargan (aka the Scorpion) attacks the Daily Bugle Building in broad daylight! But fortunately for Jonah, Peter Parker happens to be in the building looking for a photo assignment. It's another great Spidey vs. Scorpion showdown! Also in this issue, Mary Jane further explains to Peter why she turned down his marriage proposal in Amazing Spider-Man 183. (Note: This issue was reprinted in 1987 as a Marvel Comics Mini Comic.) 32 pages Cover price $0.35.

Spider-Woman (1978 Marvel 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #2115593012

Cover art by Joe Sinnott. ...A Future Uncertain!, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Tony DeZuniga; Spider-Woman tries to get her life together after her childhood experiences with the High Evolutionary and her recent break with Hydra; origin story. 32 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Spider-Woman (1978 Marvel 1st Series) 1 VF- 7.5

Cover art by Joe Sinnott. ...A Future Uncertain!, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Tony DeZuniga; Spider-Woman tries to get her life together after her childhood experiences with the High Evolutionary and her recent break with Hydra; origin story. 32 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.