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Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 144 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-044

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"Couplings!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. The Silver Surfer and Tenebrae are completely at the mercy of the diabolical Psycho-Man. Will these bitter enemies work together to escape or are they forever destined to try and destroy one another. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1998) Wizard 1/2 1A CBCS 9.4 Olivetti

Paper: White

Label #19-470573A-012

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Wizard 1/2 Edition.

Silver Surfer (1998) Wizard 1/2 1SILVER CBCS 8.5 Olivetti Silver foil edition Variant

Paper: White

Silver Foil Edition. COA included.

Label #21-24DD14A-019

Wizard 1/2 Silver foil edition. Includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Space Above and Beyond (1996) 1 CBCS 9.8

Label #19-2A98398-135

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Cover by Ken Steacy. Out of the Silent Space, script by Roy Thomas, art by Yanick Paquette and Armando Gil; Vesta colony, 2063 AD. They thought they were alone; They were wrong. Earth is preparing to send colonists to the Tellus colony next. Kalen Selina is part of the Tellus group; Nathan West, her boyfriend, was dropped at the last minute, so he joins the military to get into space. This mini-series is an adaptation of the TV series pilot episode. Space: Above and Beyond. The 58th Squadron article; Background on the TV show and the characters. 36 pgs., full color. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Space Above and Beyond The Gauntlet (1996) 1 CBCS 9.8

Label #19-2AC6C05-043

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Cover by Markus Harrison. Running the Gauntlet, script by Roy Thomas, art by Yanick Paquette and Michel Lacombe; The 58th squadron investigates attacks in the Delta Pavonis region, known as 'the Gauntlet'; They are captured by Chigs hiding in an asteroid belt. Lt Esau Harriman, formerly a marine, is aiding the Chigs. Based on the television series. 36 pgs., full color. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Spawn (1992 Image) 69D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4013574019

Direct Edition. Written by Todd McFarlane. Art by Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane, and Chance Wolf. Cover by Greg Capullo and Todd McFarlane. "Freaky!" Sam and Twitch discover the remains of Spawn, crucified and headless in a deep alley. When they attempt to remove the body, they find themselves between warring alley gangs. Just as Sam and Twitch gain control of the angry mass, the Freak takes Twitch hostage. During negotiations over the alley turf and Twitch's life, the worms, maggots, rats and flies revive the nectoplasmic master. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This issue is dedicated to Chris Carter. Cover price $1.95.

Spawn (Brazilian 1996-2005 Editora Abril) 9 GD 2.0

Brazilian reprint series. Portuguese language.

Spawn Movie Adaptation (1997) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-29D381B-020

Cover photo from the film. Untitled story based on the 1997 Spawn movie, script by Mark Dippe (original story), Alan McElroy (original story), and Ted Adams (adaptation), pencils by Carlos D'Anda, inks by Mark Irwin; An elite mercenary is killed, but comes back from Hell as a reluctant soldier of the Devil; He becomes Spawn, an anti-hero and ultimately refuses to lead the army in the war against Heaven and turns away from evil. Spawn illustration by Ryan Benjamin. Clown illustration, pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Al Vey. Spawn illustration by Travis Charest. Spawn illustration, pencils by Greg Capullo, inks by Todd McFarlane. 52 pgs., full color. $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

Spider-Man (1998) Wizard 1/2 1A CBCS 9.8 Leonardi

Paper: White

Label #19-364AAAA-033

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Wizard 1/2 edition with certificate of authenticity.

Star Seed (2003) 7 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B9A632-032

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Title was previously Powers that Be #1-6, then continued as as Star Seed #7-9. Cover price $2.95.

Star Seed (2003) 8 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Minor side edge crack; Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B9A632-033

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Title was previously Powers that Be #1-6, then continued as as Star Seed #7-9. Cover price $2.95.

Star Seed (2003) 9 CBCS 9.6

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Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2B9A632-034

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Title was previously Powers that Be #1-6, then continued as as Star Seed #7-9. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Boba Fett Murder Most Foul (1997) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2A9840C-031

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Written by John Wagner. Art by Cam Kennedy. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. Gorga may want to call off the hit -- the target being his father-in-law and Gorga's wife being suddenly pregnant and all -- but Boba Fett was promised a contract, and he doesn't do last-minute cancellations. It's a knockdown, drag-out roustabout in Boba Fett: Murder Most Foul! 48 pages, FC. NOTE: Boba Fett Murder Most Foul (1997) is Part 3 of a 3 issue series including: #1 Bounty On Bar - Kooda (12/1995), and #2 When The Fat Lady Swings (09/1996) Cover price $3.95.

Star Wars Boba Fett When the Fat Lady Swings (1996) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-347A665-015

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The Boba Fett Trilogy: Part 2 of 3 – Written by John Wagner. Art by Cam Kennedy. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. Throughout the vast reaches of the galaxy -- wherever fugitives meet or lawbreakers conspire -- one name is always uttered in hushed tones, a name guaranteed to strike fear into the stoutest heart: Boba Fett. His prices are exorbitant, but if you're looking for revenge, or if you're looking for protection, he'll get the job done. And if you're looking to reclaim your kidnapped fiancé, the heiress to a Hutt's fortune, no price is too exorbitant. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Star Wars Boba Fett When the Fat Lady Swings (1996) is Part 2 of a 3 issue series including: #1 Bounty On Bar - Kooda (12/1995); #3 Twin Engines of Destruction (01/1997). Cover price $3.95.

Star Wars Dark Force Rising (1997) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-095

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Written by Mike Baron. Art by Terry Dodson and Kevin Nowlan. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. With Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda both dead, Luke Skywalker is in need of a new Jedi mentor -- and he finds one in C'Baoth. Risen from the ashes of a shrouded past, C'Baoth may prove to be just the teacher Luke needs to deliver the final blow to Grand Admiral Thrawn's ailing Empire. Or he may be the Empire's last hope for turning the tide . . . 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Dark Force Rising (1997) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-096

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Written by Mike Baron. Art by Terry Dodson and Kevin Nowlan. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. Risen from the ashes of a shrouded past, the Jedi Master C'Baoth teaches Luke Skywalker new ways to use the Force, ways which allow him to control others. Ways commonly used on the dark side of the Force. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Dark Force Rising (1997) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-099

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Written by Mike Baron. Art by Terry Dodson and Kevin Nowlan. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. Luke's new mentor, Jedi Master C'Baoth, is teaching him new ways to use the Force, ways that seem . . . inappropriate. But ways that may become necessary in light of the fact that Grand Admiral Thrawn has taken command of the remnants of the Imperial fleet. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Dark Force Rising (1997) 5 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-100

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Written by Mike Baron. Art by Terry Dodson and Kevin Nowlan. Cover by Mathieu Lauffray. The Katana fleet, almost two hundred Dreadnaught heavy cruisers, were lost to hyperspace in the days of the Old Republic. Now the Empire wants the cruisers so they can regain power. The New Republic wants the ships to crush the Empire for good. And Talon Karrde is the only man who knows where to find the lost fleet, which could either be an invitation to fortune . . . or a bargaining chip at his execution. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Shadows of the Empire (1996) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-0FD9F82-014

Written by John Wagner. Art by Kilian Plunkett and P. Craig Russell. Cover by Hugh Fleming. While a grim Luke Skywalker reels from Darth Vader's revelation on the cloud city of Bespin, the tattered remnants of the Rebel fleet desperately seek sanctuary and time to muster new allies. Their forces are weak, and that has not escaped the notice of Emperor Palpatine -- ultimate victory lies within his grasp. All it will take is another blow to crush this Rebel Alliance, one more straw to break their backs. A blow, Palpatine reasons, that could be struck by the vast, criminal underworld that lurks within the Shadows of the Empire . . . 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Shadows of the Empire (1996) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-109

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Written by John Wagner. Art by Kilian Plunkett and P. Craig Russell. Cover by Hugh Fleming. The bounty on Skywalker's head is good cold or warm, dead or alive. A live bounty will always bring a bigger reward than a dead one, but when the target leaves you no choice you take what you can get. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Shadows of the Empire (1996) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-112

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Written by John Wagner. Art by Kilian Plunkett and P. Craig Russell. Cover by Hugh Fleming. Leia has been captured by Prince Xizor, underlord of the galaxy's most ruthless criminal organization, and Han Solo has been encased in carbonite by Darth Vader, a package Boba Fett intends to deliver to Jabba the Hutt. As the Rebels approach their most deperate hour, it appears as though their long battle may be at an end. But looks can be deceiving in the Shadows of the Empire! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Shadows of the Empire Evolution (1998) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-26010F6-022

Written by Timothy Zahn. Art by Carlos Ezquerra. Cover by Kilian Plunkett. Mara Jade has destroyed many enemies of the Empire in her time, and has always carried out her missions with forethought and skill. But an unforeseen variable is about to enter the scene of her final mission for her dead employer, and Mara knows that her own survival is second to getting the job done! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Splinter of the Mind's Eye (1995) 2 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-114

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Written by Terry Austin. Art by Chris Sprouse and Terry Austin. Cover by Hugh Fleming. Imprisoned by the Imperial forces, confronted by two very violent, very massive creatures known as yuzzem, Luke and Leia have only one hope of escape: the Mimban Crystal, capable of giving its wielder total, omnipotent mastery of the Force. But Luke's use of the crystal could draw the unwelcome attention of certain ... dark powers. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Star Wars Splinter of the Mind's Eye (1995) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-116

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Written by Terry Austin. Art by Chris Sprouse and Terry Austin. Cover by Mark Harrison. Mimban is like a million other planets in the galaxy -- a lot of trees, too much mud, and not much else. But one of Mimban's abandoned temples holds a powerful gem -- the Kaiburr crystal -- capable of magnifying and clarifying one's perception of the Force. Luke and Leia know it's there -- somewhere -- and so does Darth Vader. And that makes Mimban a whole lot livelier right now than those other planets! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales from Mos Eisley (1996) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-118

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Written by Bruce Jones. Art by Bret Blevins. "Mos Eisley Spaceport. You'll never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy." With those words, Obi-Wan Kenobi introduced the most famous, not to mention dangerous, drinking establishment in the history of science fiction. Now, you can get a table of your own. Belly up to the bar and let the patrons regale you with a tale of Tatooine, a story of interstellar romance, and a saga of Rebel triumph. And please be sure to check your droids and your blaster at the door. FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Fall of the Sith Empire (1997) 1A CBCS 9.4 Fegredo

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-127

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Duncan Fegredo. The Sith Empire has rallied its forces for an all-out battle for control of the galaxy. Their goal: Crush the Republic. And with so many Sith masters amongst them, the goal is not unachievable. As Naga Sadow readies his fleet to attack, one lone person threatens to undermine the entire campaign -- Jori Daragon. She isn't a Jedi. She doesn't come from a military background or have a history of fighting. She's an explorer, a mapper of hyperspace who stumbled on the plans of the Sith. And she just may be the savior of the Republic. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Fall of the Sith Empire (1997) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-128

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Duncan Fegredo. Jori Daragon is on trial for offenses against Empress Teta's government. But far from being a lawbreaker, Jori is trying to reach the Empress, to warn her of the dark plans of the Sith Empire. If she is found guilty, she will be confined to a colony planet. And then nothing will stand between the Empress and the Sith. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Fall of the Sith Empire (1997) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-130

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Duncan Fegredo. Before the Empire held sway over the galaxy . . . before the Rebel forces rose up to create the New Republic . . . there was the time of the Old Republic. The story of how that grand oligarchy fell from power begins here, in an episode titled "First Encounter." 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Fall of the Sith Empire (1997) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-131

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Duncan Fegredo. The Sith invasion rages on, as the dark side of the Force takes the upper hand over the Old Republic. But Dark Lord Naga Sadow is about to learn that winning a battle is not the same as winning a war! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Golden Age of the Sith (1996) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-262F0EB-017

Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Russell Walks. Navigators and explorers are a special breed -- they blaze the paths others will follow. They must have strength, drive, and hope, and be more than a little fearless. But nowhere is it written that they must have luck. Gav and Jori Daragon make their living charting the routes of hyperspace and selling those routes to traders and haulers. When a starswarm cluster batters their ship, they land on the planet Cinnagar, destitue and forlorn, and convince the relatively amiable Aarrba the Hutt to make the necessary repairs. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Golden Age of the Sith (1996) 3 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-136

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Russell Walks. When Gav and Jori Daragon set off to map the uncharted regions of hyperspace, they knew they were risking their lives. But they thought it would be an unsuspected cluster of debris that would take them out of the game, not their successful discovery of a series of hyperspace "short cuts." The Sith Empire wants to know where these routes are -- wants to hold the only map to these routes -- so that it can maintain an iron grip on the galaxy. And the lives of a couple of explorers mean very little to these masters of the dark side of the Force. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi Golden Age of the Sith (1996) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #19-2B978A3-138

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Written by Kevin J. Anderson. Art by Dario Carrasco, Jr., Mark G. Heike, Bill Black and David Jacob Beckett. Cover by Russell Walks. Gav and Jori Daragon knew they could be killed in their chosen line of work -- mapping out uncharted hyperspace flight paths could easily result in a deadly meeting with an unexpected meteorite shower or an unknown world. But it's neither comets nor planets that threaten them now. Rather, it's their success that may cost them their lives. They've successfully mapped a hyperspace shortcut -- a shortcut which could prove strategically imperative in the event of war. And war is just what Gav and Jori have found themselves in the middle of. Trapped between two factions of the Sith, each vying for control of the galaxy, this sibling duo of hyperspace pioneers has become a pawn to the dark side of Sith magic. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi The Freedon Nadd Uprising TPB (1995 Dark Horse) 1-1ST CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-262F0EB-014

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1st printing. "Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Freedon Nadd Uprising!" Collects Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - Freedon Nadd Uprising (1994) #1-2. Written by Tom Veitch. Art by Tony Atkins and Denis Rodier. Cover by Dave Dorman. Ulic Qel-Droma and Nomi Sunrider face a dark Jedi spirit from the past in this story which fills in the gaps between Knights of the Old Republic and Dark Lords of the Sith. Bringing together all the characters from the smash - hit Tales of the Jedi series, this collection of the two-issue miniseries is a must-have item for all Star Wars fans! Softcover, full color. Cover price $5.95.

Superman Adventures (1996) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4428711004

Lex Luthor creates his own 'man of steel' to take on Superman in "Men of Steel." Script by Paul Dini, pencils by Rick Burchett, inks by Terry Austin. Wraparound cover with silver ink by Bruce Timm. Cover price $1.75.

Suspira The Great Working (1997) 1A CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

Label #19-2B9A632-035

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Teknophage (1995) 7 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-1DA4D21-007

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Teknophage (1995) 8 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-1DA4D21-008

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Teknophage (1995) 9 CBCS 9.4

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Label #21-1DA4D21-009

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Teknophage (1995) 10 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Label #21-1DA4D21-010

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Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 500 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-25FB61A-022

Giant-size issue; first Marvel Comic to reach 500th issue. Wraparound over by Mike Deodato, Jr. "Sunlight and Shadows," script by William Messner-Loebs, art by Mike Deodato, Jr.; Thor finds Asgard in ruins, overrun by Trolls and Ice Giants fighting for control of the city; Going on, he finds the human Aesir enslaved along with Doctor Strange; Thor frees them and tells Thor that the Loki he saw was really a robot controlled by the Mad Thinker, whose brain was fried when they were transported to Wagnerland; Elsewhere, the Enchantress has been captured by the Ice Giants and is helping them to try and take Asgard; Inside the city, Annie helps Silvia escape from the prison where she was being held, and Kim fights off some Ice Giants; They all make their separate ways to the palace, where Strange tells Thor that since Yggdrasil believes that there are no more gods, it cast them all down to Earth as mortals; At the palace, Thor finds the sword embedded in the wall; Thor grabs the sword, which turns to dust, and his full power is restored. Back-up features include a Thor quiz, a look at Thor's various costumes through the years, an Odin family tree, and information about Thor's hammer. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $2.50.

Thor (1998 Marvel 2nd Series) 1B CBCS 9.8 Romita Jr. Hammer Symbol Variant

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-25FD728-015

Variant cover. Heroes Return. "In Search of the Gods!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Avengers. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by John Romita, Jr. And Klaus Jansen. One year ago the greatest heroes in the Marvel Universe, the Avengers and Fantastic Four, fought the mutant menace known as Onslaught and were sucked into an alternate universe. The Odinson has returned from the pocket universe of the Heroes Reborn only to discover that fabled Asgard lies in ruins, the Rainbow Bridged destroyed, and his fellow Aesir missing. Before he can begin his search for the missing gods of Asgard, the Might Thor is confronted by the one adversary he has never truly defeated, the unstoppable creation of Odin himself, the Destroyer. And not even Earth's Mightiest Heroes can help the Thunder God survive this epic battle! Cover price $2.99.

Thrillkiller '62 (1998) 1 CGC 9.8 SS Brereton/Chaykin

Paper: White

Signed by Dan Brereton & Howard Chaykin on 8/10/19.

Label #2533425011

Elseworlds. Debuting a one-shot sequel to the popular Thrillkiller miniseries by the team of writer Howard Chaykin and artist Dan Brereton. Batgirl Barbara Gordon, still reeling from Dick Grayson's fate, has teamed up with renegade police detective Bruce Wayne, now known as Batman. But when the Joker returns to become the new crimelord of Gotham City, will Barbara's desire for revenge mean the end of the Dynamic Duo? Written by Howard Chaykin. Painted art and cover by Dan Brereton. FC, 48 pg. Prestige Format. Cover price $4.95.

Thunderbolts (1997 Marvel) 1A.D CBCS 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2CD884F-005

First Printing. Direct Edition. 1st appearance Hallie Takahama (becomes Jolt). Pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Vince Russell. Justice ... Like Lightning!, script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Vince Russell; Earth's newest heroic team, the Thunderbolts, bursts on the scene to widespread acclaim ... but all is not as it seems. 52 pgs.

NOTE: 1st appearance of Erik Josten as Atlas (formerly Power Man I, formerly the Smuggler, formerly Goliath). Cover price $2.99.

Thunderbolts Prelude (1997) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3959424023

Special presentation of Hulk #449; The 1st appearance of the Thunderbolts. Cover price $1.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 329 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4418462008

Deluxe Edition. Cover by Joe Madureira and Tim Townsend. Precipice, script by Scott Lobdell, pencils by Joe Madureira, inks by Tim Townsend; In order to save the life of the dying Psylocke, Wolverine and Archangel seek out Gomurr the Ancient in order to obtain a potion that will save her life; Doc Strange shows up to take the mystic journey with them. Statement of ownership--average print run 621,133; average paid circulation 362,128. Marudeira cover pencils. 36 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 360B.N CBCS 9.6 SS Bachalo

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Chris Bachalo on 11/12/2017. Newsstand Edition

Label #17-40B5B46-118

Standard Newsstand Edition, no cover enhancement. 35th anniversary issue. Children Of The Atom, script by Steve Seagle, pencils by Chris Bachalo, inks by Tim Townsend, Jordi Ensign, Aaron Sowd, Jon Sibal, and Peter Palmiotti; At Cape Citadel, Florida, a mysterious rocket is about to be launched whose secret and sinister purpose is to track and terminate mutants on a global scale; With Excalibur disbanded, Kitty, Peter and Kurt are relaxing on a cruise ship when they are attacked by a group calling themselves the X-Men; Kitty is captured and taken to see the missing Professor X who has a little computer problem for her to decipher; The real X-Men are on the way to Cape Citadel when the fake X-Men attack; Colossus and Nightcrawler join them in battle. Story continues in X-Men 80. Steve Rude pin-up. A few thoughts on the X-Men with a reprint of the cover to X-Men #1 and a cover for Mutant X, art by Jack Kirby and Tom Raney. 38 pgs., full color. $2.99. Cover price $2.99.

Venom Finale (1997) 3 VF- 7.5

This is it, the final issue of the final Venom limited series--a shocker that will reposition him as Spider-man's deadliest foe! It ain't over till it's over, but Eddie Brock may have reached that point! Hunted, hounded and pursued by everyone, Eddie must make a final, fatal choice--one that may spell the end of the Lethal Protector! Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mark Pajarillo and Robert Jones. Cover price $1.99.

Venom Tooth and Claw (1996) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-25C97A8-016

Continuing Venom's war with Wolverine! Trapped in a bizarre dimension, Venom and Wolverine have to put aside their differences or Dirt Nap and Chimera will open a six-pack of butt-stomp. Written by Larry Hama. Art by Joe St. Pierre and Al Milgrom. Cover by Joe St. Pierre. Cover price $1.95.

Venom Tooth and Claw (1996) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-25C97A8-021

Concluding Venom's war with Wolverine! Venom and Wolverine must prevent Chimera from unleashing the Cyber Wraiths on the universe, if they can tear themselves away from each other's throats long enough to do it! Written by Larry Hama. Art by Joe St. Pierre and Al Milgrom. Cover by Joe St. Pierre. Cover price $1.95.

Werewolf by Night (1998 2nd Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4420620003

Somewhere South Of Heaven - Written by Paul Jenkins. Art and Wraparound Painted Cover by Leonardo Manco. The Strange Tales line expands as Jack Russell returns in this all-new, horrific ongoing series! Jack Russell knows the precise moment of his own damnation, the moment when dusk gives way to night and he experiences the terrifying transformation into a werewolf. Each time Jack undergoes the change, he experiences the briefest glimpse of Hell -- a glimpse that seems to last for an eternity. It's more than any man can bear, and so Jack seeks release before insanity claims him once and for all! Jack has sought anonymity in New York's lower East Side among the derelicts and tenements. With his condition worsening, he knows he must confront his curse. Searching through a book of arcane knowledge, he comes across a description of a demon who may control the wolf aspect in humans, but only if the person learns the demon's name and asks for release. With the demon's name hidden in the four corners of the netherworld, Jack's mission is clear. But he will soon discover that when you walk willingly into Hell, you may never come out! THE CHARACTERS: Jack Russell -- a man battling to overcome a family curse which transforms him into a wolf on nights of the full moon. It is his heroic struggle that forms the core of this series. Roxanna -- a successful freelance travel agent who loves Jack for his sense of humor and strength of character. Unaware of his dark secret, she supports and cares for him. Father Adobe -- a priest who will soon learn of Jack's lycanthropic curse. As much as Roxanna, Adobe will be a light in Jack's life...despite the fact that he can't seem to get Jack to attend Sunday services. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.