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Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 126 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-026

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Guest-starring the Incredible Hulk and Doctor Strange. Story by J.M. DeMattis. Art by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. The Silver Surfer and Doctor Strange set out to save the life of their oft misunderstood friend, the Incredible Hulk. 32 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 127 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-027

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"Puppets!" Part 1 of 2. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. The Surfer seeks out Alicia Master's father, the former Fantastic Four villain known as the Puppet Master. With his help the Sky Rider of the Spaceways breathes life into a complete duplicate of himself. But have they instead unleashed the greatest threat mankind has ever faced, a Silver Surfer that plans to unleash the suffering of his soul upon an unsuspecting world? Cover price $1.95.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 128 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1D90B3E-028

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"Beneath the Silver Skin!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Spider-Man and Daredevil. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Ron Garney, Rick Leonardi and Bob Wiacek. Cover by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. The Silver Surfer duplicate - created by the Puppet Master and given life by the true Silver Surfer in an attempt to recover his lost emotions - threatens to tear the city apart to unburden his weary soul. Street level heroes like Spider-Man and Daredevil do all they can to curb the destruction, but the only one who may have a chance of stopping this abomination is a man named Norrin Radd. Cover price $1.95.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 129 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #23-0F1235F-022

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"Of Time and Truth!" Guest-starring Spider-Man and Daredevil. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. In the aftermath of last issue's explosive conclusion, Norrin Radd and Alicia Masters find themselves flung into the past. How will the Silver Surfer be received in the year 1947? Meanwhile in the present, Spider-Man, Daredevil, and the former Puppet Master are besieged by a cadre of bio-cybernetic life forms. Cover price $1.95.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 130 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1D90B3E-030

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"End of a World!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Cary Nord and Ralph Cabrera. Future Conan artist Cary Nord pencils this tale of the Surfer's return to Zenn-La seeking answers. For months now his lost memories have plagued him. Now, he'll find the answers he seeks even if it kills him. And when Galactus discovers him eavesdropping on the forbidding events of the past, it just may. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 131 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1D90B3E-031

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"Farewell to the Dream!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Ron Garney and Bob Wiacek. The Silver Surfer has learned the truth that Zenn-La was in fact destroyed in the past and his memories of his homeworld all these years were in fact an elaborate illusion created by Galactus himself. But when the Devourer of Worlds discovers the Surfer from the future eavesdropping on these forbidding past events, what will be the Sky Rider's fate? Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 134 CBCS 7.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-034

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"Blind Eyes!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Tom Grummett and Matt Ryan. The Other - the alien race responsible for the destruction of Zenn-La - have arrived on Earth and they've come for the Silver Surfer. Meanwhile, the Surfer touches a family in a way they will be eternally grateful for. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 138 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Label #21-1D90B3E-038

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"The Choice!" Guest-starring the Thing. Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Roger Cruz and Matt Ryan. The Thing has returned from his year long exile in the world of Heroes Reborn (see Fantastic Four (Vol. 2) #1-13 and Heroes Reborn the Return #1-4 for details). Now Alicia must make a choice between her love for the man she thought was dead and the person she has come to love in his absence. But first the Thing and Silver Surfer must face the immeasurable power of the Cosmic Messiah. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 140 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #22-3F879FE-023

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 1. Story by J.M. DeMattis. Art by Jon J. Muth. Norrin Radd awakens on a Zenn-La that was never visited by Galactus. He is finally able to be with his beloved Shalla-Bal, but why does she look like the Earth woman, Alicia Masters? 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 141 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-041

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 2. "Into the Macroverse!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. The Sky Rider has been trapped in a strange world by the power of the Coroner. Now, with only the creature known as Sama-D for company, the Surfer strives to find a way back and save his beloved, Alicia Masters. Cover price $1.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 142 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D90B3E-042

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Sun Rise and Shadow Fall: Part 3. "Return from Forever!" Story by J.M. DeMatteis. Art by Jon J. Muth. Can the Silver Surfer somehow find a way to breach the barrier that confines him without losing himself in the process? And if he fails, how will Alicia ever return home again? Cover price $1.99.

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.

Sirius Gallery (1999) 1999 CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Label #21-248D6B1-027

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Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. Stories and art by Jason Alexander, Jason Asala, Mark Crilley, The Fillbach Brothers, Drew Hayes, Kyle Hotz, Nat Jones, Joseph Michael Linsner, Mark Smylie, Jill Thompson and Greg Williams, aka The Dark One. A sampler and pinup gallery featuring the stable of artists from Sirius Entertainment, showcasing Dawn, Poison Elves, Artesia and more. 32 pages, Full Color. Mature readers.

Space Dreams (1998 Sexy Fruit) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

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

Label #0706299024

Story and art by Harumi Shimamoto. Cover price $3.50.

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 Wars Episode 1 Phantom Menace (1999) 2A CBCS 9.2 Fleming Art

Paper: White

Label #22-11A3106-021

Written by Henry Gilroy. Art by Rodolfo Damaggio and Al Williamson. Cover by Hugh Fleming. Dark Horse Comics proudly presents the comics adaptation of the long-awaited first Episode of the Star Wars saga. Adapted for comics by Henry Gilroy from an original screenplay by master movie maker George Lucas and artfully illustrated by Rodolfo Damaggio and comics legend Al Williamson, make sure you catch this legendary series that's sure to please Star Wars fans of all ages. 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 Tales of the Jedi The Freedon Nadd Uprising TPB (1995 Dark Horse) 1-1ST CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-262F0EB-015

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.

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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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.

Venom Tooth and Claw (1996) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-25C97A8-019

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.

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.

Wild Thing (1999) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4399790019

Larry Hama/Ron Lim/Al Milgrom ? THE SCOOP: You asked for her, you got her! The daughter of Wolverine leaps into her very own ongoing series! ? THE STORY: She was voted most worthy of her own title in our Majority Rules contest?but will Rina survive the experience?! Its the first day of high school, which for most teens is terrifying enough?but for Wild Thing it turns truly freaky when a kidnapping plot explodes! Plus: A surprise bonus feature! If you like the school scene in SPIDER-GIRL and GENERATION X, or the wild action of WOLVERINE, then this is the book for you! ? THE CREATORS: He gave us some of Logans most memorable moments, now Larry Hama (who first linked together Wolverine and Elektra) returns to chart the course of Wolvies girl! Hama is joined by penciler Ron Lim, who first drew Rina in the pages of J2. Cover by Ron Lim & Al Milgrom. ? THE FORMAT: The first issue of this monthly series is 32 pages, with ads. Cover price $1.99.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 115 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-279E891-002

Cover pencils by Leinil Francis Yu, inks by Edgar Tadeo. In the Face of It, script by Larry Hama, pencils by Leinil Francis Yu, inks by Edgar Tadeo; The X-Men are captured and brought into Bastion's complex at the old Hulkbuster base while Jubilee looks on helplessly; Thinking Wolverine is dead, the Zero Tolerance soldiers prepare to incinerate him but Wolvie gets better fast and rescues the rest of his teammates. Operation Zero Tolerance cross-over. 38 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 125A.D CBCS 9.8 Yu Variant

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-279E891-011

Direct Edition. Giant-sized issue. Cover pencils by Leinil Francis Yu, inks by Edgar Tadeo. Logan's Run!, script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Leinil Francis Yu, inks by Edgar Tadeo and Gerry Alanguilan; After battling all of the women in his life (and being rescued by a few as well), Wolverine confesses that he and Viper are married. 54 pgs. $2.99. Cover price $2.99.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 145A CGC 9.4 Silver Foil 1st Printing

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Foil Cover.

Label #0033135018

Silver Foil Cover Enhancement. X-Men the Shattering, 1st printing. (Claws are printed in silver foil.) Will the adamantium return? Find out in this double-sized 25th anniversary spectacular! THE STORY: "On the Edge of Darkness." Can you believe it's Wolverine's birthday? Neither can we--and it just might be his last when he gets caught between the villain known as Death and the rampaging Hulk! One is responsible for a murder, the other is an unstoppable force of chaos--and they both want to take out Logan! Our favorite feral fighter made his debut in INCREDIBLE HULK #180, so it only makes sense that the green goliath brings things full circle with a guest-appearance in Logan's 25th anniversary issue! Be here to see 1. Wolverine cut loose as never before; 2. A development that everyone has been begging for; and 3. An event that leads directly into our end of the Millennium opus! Sabretooth guest stars. * THE CREATORS: By writer Erik Larsen, penciler Leinil Francis Yu and inker Dexter Vines. * THE FORMAT: This 48-page shocker sports a metallic foil-stamped cover... which is pretty appropriate, if you catch our drift! Cover price $3.99.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 145A CGC 9.0 Silver Foil 1st Printing

Paper: White

Foil Cover.

Label #0224612030

Silver Foil Cover Enhancement. X-Men the Shattering, 1st printing. (Claws are printed in silver foil.) Will the adamantium return? Find out in this double-sized 25th anniversary spectacular! THE STORY: "On the Edge of Darkness." Can you believe it's Wolverine's birthday? Neither can we--and it just might be his last when he gets caught between the villain known as Death and the rampaging Hulk! One is responsible for a murder, the other is an unstoppable force of chaos--and they both want to take out Logan! Our favorite feral fighter made his debut in INCREDIBLE HULK #180, so it only makes sense that the green goliath brings things full circle with a guest-appearance in Logan's 25th anniversary issue! Be here to see 1. Wolverine cut loose as never before; 2. A development that everyone has been begging for; and 3. An event that leads directly into our end of the Millennium opus! Sabretooth guest stars. * THE CREATORS: By writer Erik Larsen, penciler Leinil Francis Yu and inker Dexter Vines. * THE FORMAT: This 48-page shocker sports a metallic foil-stamped cover... which is pretty appropriate, if you catch our drift! Cover price $3.99.

Wolverine (1997) Wizard 1/2 1AZ CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4399790020

Wizard 1/2 Edition. DOES NOT include Wizard Certificate of Authenticity. "Resolutions" by Ben Raab with art by Joe Phillips. Full color, 16 pages, slick paper stock.

Wonder Woman (1987 2nd Series) 150 VF- 7.5

WRITTEN BY ERIC LUKE; ART BY MATTHEW CLARK, RAY SNYDER AND TOM SIMMONS; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES An extra-sized issue finds the battle lines firmly drawn in the GodWar! Wonder Woman and her new council of war ? Zeus, Rama and Hanuman ? make plans to confront the evil forces of Cronus and his team are storming the gates of Heaven! As angels fall to the sword, the Amazon Princess leads the de-powered teams of Greek and Hindu gods as they face the ultimate test. Can their faith triumph over force? And what happens when Rama joins Diana on the mortal plane? FC, 48 PG." Cover price $2.95.

Xena Warrior Princess Blood Lines (1998) 1A CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4006901017

Photo cover. "Bloodlines," script and art by Aaron Lopresti; Cleopatra fears for her life, and calls in Xena to help. In the meantime, Autolycus is busy stealing things. Xena: Warrior Princess illustration by Aaron Lopresti; Pull out pin-up artwork of cover painting. Based on the popular TV show. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.