Auctions: comic books 2001-2003

Alias (2001 Marvel) 7 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2DC8414-014

Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos and Bill Sienkiewicz. Cover by David Mack. How do you find a man who doesn't want to be found? especially when he's a former super hero sidekick? For Jessica Jones, the trail leads to a New York nightclub... and a surprising encounter! Also in this issue: A special section illustrated by comics' legend Bill Sienkiewicz... and absolutely nothing about Luke Cage's sex life! 32 pages, FC. Contains explicit content. Recommended for adult readers. Cover price $2.99.

Alias (2001 Marvel) 15 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2DC8414-005

Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos. Cover by David Mack. MAX's super-powered P.I. has another meeting with the man called Cage! 32 pages, FC. Mature Readers Cover price $2.99.

Alias (2001 Marvel) 17 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2DC8414-007

The Underneath: Part 2 of 6 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos. Cover by David Mack. The compelling arc continues! Characters in this issue: Jessica Jones; Scott Lang [Ant-Man]; J. Jonah Jameson; Spider-Woman [Mattie Franklin]; Malcolm; Tina; Madame Web. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.

Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 71 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1984276-019

"Whirlwinds" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Steve Sadowski. Inks by Andrew Currie. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. On leave from the Avengers, Janet van Dyne and Henry Pym enjoy a Las Vegas getaway to rekindle their romance. Unfortunately, Hank misreads their newfound relationship and proposes to his former wife. However Janet declines his proposal, because she remembers the troubled days from their marriage. Auspiciously, the Wasp and Yellowjacket's awkward moment on the strip is halted -- by a blindside attack from Whirlwind! Their long-time foe still wants Janet, and his obsession knows no bounds. But the Wasp and the Yellowjacket remain a great team! And the Whirlwind doesn't stand a chance against them! Viva Las Vegas! 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 71 CBCS 9.6 SS J.G. Jones

Paper: White

Signed by J.G. Jones on 9/2/2016 at Baltimore Comic Con.

Label #16-311A980-003

"Whirlwinds" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Steve Sadowski. Inks by Andrew Currie. Painted cover by J.G. Jones. On leave from the Avengers, Janet van Dyne and Henry Pym enjoy a Las Vegas getaway to rekindle their romance. Unfortunately, Hank misreads their newfound relationship and proposes to his former wife. However Janet declines his proposal, because she remembers the troubled days from their marriage. Auspiciously, the Wasp and Yellowjacket's awkward moment on the strip is halted -- by a blindside attack from Whirlwind! Their long-time foe still wants Janet, and his obsession knows no bounds. But the Wasp and the Yellowjacket remain a great team! And the Whirlwind doesn't stand a chance against them! Viva Las Vegas! 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Adventures (2003 2nd Series) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4402776013

WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON AND DAN SLOTT. ART BY RICK BURCHETT, TERRY BEATTY AND TEMPLETON. COVER BY BRUCE TIMM. A great new all-ages comic makes its debut! The busiest day of Batman's life begins here, as someone breaks into Arkham Asylum, intent on hunting down everyone from the Joker to Poison Ivy. Batman must protect and recapture his biggest foes all at the same time ? even though he's just been outlawed by Gotham's surprising new mayor! Plus, in the 5-page backup story, find out who Batman's hero is! The newsstand edition of this issue is offered here as a courtesy to retailers. For information on the Free Comic Book Day edition of this issue, see the solicitation elsewhere in this issue of Previews. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PGS. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Adventures (2003 2nd Series) 3 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4402776002

WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON AND DAN SLOTT. ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY. COVER BY BRUCE TIMM. The new series spotlighting the animated-style Batman with two tales per issue continues! Gotham's law-breaking lovebirds are on the lam ? but the Joker's become a pussycat, and Harley Quinn is so not enjoying the change. In the backup story, Harley finds out about Poison Ivy's new powers...the hard way! FC, 32 PGS. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Gotham Adventures (1998) 45 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4402776011

WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON AND TIM LEVINS; ART BY LEVINS AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY DARWYN COOKE. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! Arkham Asylum's in full lockdown, and one of its doctors is missing. It's up to Batman to find out which baddie's in charge, in "Running The Asylum." FC, 32 PG.$1.99 Cover price $1.99.

Black Widow Pale Little Spider (2002) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #3933579001

COVER BY GREG HORN GREG RUCKA (W)/IGOR KORDEY (P & I) ? THE SCOOP: Master crime writer Greg Rucka and CABLE's Igor Kordey present a gritty, uncompromising tale of Russian international espionage agent Yelena Belova ? the new Black Widow! ? THE STORY: When her former mentor is found brutally murdered in a Moscow bondage club, Belova must go deep undercover to find the killer. Torn by self-doubt and divided loyalties, she descends into a world of deadly games and deadlier predators! With sensual covers by Greg Horn (ELEKTRA), BLACK WIDOW: PALE LITTLE SPIDER is a smart and sexy adventure that could only be told under the freedom of the MAX imprint! ? GREG RUCKA SPEAKS: "Yelena has pretty much been dominated ever since she began her training to be the Black Widow. That's the nature of that sort of training: 'You will learn these things, you will go this way ? you did it well, you will be rewarded. You did it bad, you will be punished.' Now, she's in the bondage scene where all of her skills are applicable, but not readily so.You can't walk into a bondage club, grab somebody around the throat, throw them to the floor and say, 'Tell me what I want to know!' and expect them to cough it up. If they don't what are you going to do? What if they don't tell you just so you do hit them again, but harder, because they're getting turned on? When that does happen, Yelena is going to give an 'Ewww!' that will be a combination of her being repulsed and perhaps a little turned on herself." ? THE FORMAT: Each issue of this three-issue, monthly series is 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05152-6-00111 2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Black Widow Pale Little Spider (2002) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #3933579002

COVER BY GREG HORN GREG RUCKA (W)/IGOR KORDEY (P & I) ? THE SCOOP: Master crime writer Greg Rucka and CABLE's Igor Kordey present a gritty, uncompromising tale of Russian international espionage agent Yelena Belova ? the new Black Widow! ? THE STORY: When her former mentor is found brutally murdered in a Moscow bondage club, Belova must go deep undercover to find the killer. Torn by self-doubt and divided loyalties, she descends into a world of deadly games and deadlier predators! With sensual covers by Greg Horn (ELEKTRA), BLACK WIDOW: PALE LITTLE SPIDER is a smart and sexy adventure that could only be told under the freedom of the MAX imprint! ? GREG RUCKA SPEAKS: "Yelena has pretty much been dominated ever since she began her training to be the Black Widow. That's the nature of that sort of training: 'You will learn these things, you will go this way ? you did it well, you will be rewarded. You did it bad, you will be punished.' Now, she's in the bondage scene where all of her skills are applicable, but not readily so.You can't walk into a bondage club, grab somebody around the throat, throw them to the floor and say, 'Tell me what I want to know!' and expect them to cough it up. If they don't what are you going to do? What if they don't tell you just so you do hit them again, but harder, because they're getting turned on? When that does happen, Yelena is going to give an 'Ewww!' that will be a combination of her being repulsed and perhaps a little turned on herself." ? THE FORMAT: Each issue of this three-issue, monthly series is 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05152-6-00111 2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Bloodstone (2001 Marvel) 1 GD+ 2.5

Abrasion and hole in back cover.

Blood Runs Thicker... - Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning. Art by Michael Lopez and Scott Hanna. Cover by Michael Lopez. 1st appearance of Elsa Bloodstone. Growing up was tough for Elsa. Her mom was a nerdy archaeologist, she was constantly moving from place to place searching for the next ancient wonder, and she never knew anything about her father...until today! What do you do when you discover that your dad was the legendary monster hunter, Ulysses Bloodstone...and that he died doing what he loved best? You take up the mantle and kick some major monster butt...without your mom finding out, of course! Fans of Indiana Jones, Lara Croft or Buffy will definitely dig the hot hero called Bloodstone! With Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning providing the never-rest-for-a-moment story, and beautiful artwork by Michael Lopez and Scott Hanna, this adventure will be a light-hearted romp through the world of horror and the supernatural! And character design help from Alex Ross never hurts! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Cavewoman Pangaean Sea (2000) 5B NM- 9.2

Signed by Budd Root. No signature certification is included.

Variant red foil cover by Budd Root. Story and art by Budd Root, plus a pinup by Chad Spilker. New adventures of voluptuous superwoman Meriem Cooper, who battles dinosaurs in the distant past. Following her New York adventure, Meriem finds herself fighting for her life in the underworld. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.25.

Cavewoman Prehistoric Pinups (2001) 1C VF/NM 9.0

Signed by Budd Root. No signature certification is included.

Gold foil special edition cover by Budd Root. Art by Budd Root. A collection of new and reprinted pinups featuring the voluptuous Cavewoman, Meriem Cooper, in many cases topless or completely nude. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers.

Cheech Wizard TPB (1990 Fantagraphics) 1-REP NM- 9.2

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. By Vaughn Bode. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 60 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.95.

Dawn Sketchbook (2002) 2003A CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-22F6136-034

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By Joseph Michael Linsner. Joseph Michael Linsner has done it again! Following the sellout success that was last year's Convention Sketchbook, Joe and Image have teamed up again for the Dawn: 2003 Convention Sketchbook. 32 glorious full color pages of previously unpublished Dawn art that you won't find anywhere else -- commission pieces and art done for conventions, plus a sneak peek at the upcoming mini-series Dawn Three Tiers (2003). 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

DC First Superman Lobo (2002) 1 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Label #23-0ACD457-002

WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN; ART BY CLIFF RATHBURN AND ROB LEIGH; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN In stores May 1. Here it is! The first encounter between the Man of Steel and the Main Man! It's the story all Superman fans have been hoping we'd never show: the very first encounter between the Man of Steel and the Main Man! How did their great relationship start off so well? Why does Superman grit his teeth every time he hears the word "frag"? And why does Lobo hate this milksop planet we call Earth? Read it and weep! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Deadman Collection HC (2001 Deluxe Edition) 1A-1ST VG/FN 5.0

Peeling on slip case.

1st printing. Collects Strange Adventures (1950-1973 1st Series) #205-216, Brave and the Bold (1955-1983 1st Series) #79, 86 and 104, and material from Aquaman (1962-1978 1st Series) #50-52, and Challengers of the Unknown (1958-1978 DC 1st Series) #74. Written by Neal Adams, Bob Haney, Jack Miller, Arnold Drake, Robert Kanigher, and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Neal Adams, Carmine Infantino and George Tuska. Cover by Neal Adams. Everyone's favorite dead super-hero is featured in this massive, deluxe slipcased hardcover! This volume contains the complete collection of Neal Adams' Deadman and much more. Hardcover (with slipcase), 7-in. x 10 1/2-in., 354 pages, full color. NOTE: Includes a newly inked version of Strange Adventures #205 done especially for this edition by Neal Adams.. Cover price $75.00.

Deadpool (1997 1st Series) 54 VF- 7.5

cover by steve dillon & jimmy palmiotti, jimmy palmiotti & buddy scalera/georges jeanty/jon holdredge. Deadpool vs. The Punisher?Round 1! Deadpool takes on the hit-job of the century when he's hired to take out the man who whacked Ma Gnucci?none other than Frank Castle! Grab your machine guns, kids, this should be a doozy! Cover price $2.25.

Demonslayer Path of Time (2002 Avatar) 1/2 1H CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Pirate Nude Edition

Label #4402131004

Nude Pirate cover by Marat Mychaels and Robert Jones - Limited to 1,500 copies. Written by Bobby Nash. Art by Marat Mychaels and Robert Jones. Here are the exclusive new pages for the start to the Path of Time epic! As Jaclyn accidentally discovers the true history of the Demonslayers, we get to see ones from the past for the first time! You don't want to miss out on great first appearances like seeing the Cave girl Demonslayer as she fights demons and dinosaurs together. Printed on glossy stock with cardstock covers, our #1/2's are the highest possible production quality. 16 pages, full color.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 753 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242B326-007

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL; ART BY STEVE MANNION, BRAD RADER, JEFF JOHNSON, AND DAN PANOSIAN; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. "This Issue: Batman Dies!!!" During a psychiatric evaluation, it's revealed that, as therapy, Two-Face has written and drawn his own comic book adventures starring Harvey Dent and Detective Renee Montoya, in which he chronicles the many deaths of the Dark Knight. Plus, the back-up adventure "The Jacobian" continues. FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 760 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242B326-016

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, DARWYN COOKE, JESSE DELPERDANG, AND CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON Batman faces off against the sinister Mad Hatter as Montoya and Allen are trapped in a jail cell and a precinct full of cops fall into Hatter-induced chaos. Plus, "Trail of Catwoman" continues in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO) & Cameron Stewart (DEADENDERS). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 761 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242B326-018

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, DARWYN COOKE, AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON?? Bruce's bodyguard Sasha Bordeaux has thirty days to prove her worth, or she's fired! Meanwhile, Internal Affairs heats up the M.C.U., and you won't believe whom they're after! Plus, "Trail of the Catwoman" continues in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 766 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-002

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY SCOTT MCDANIEL, CLIFF CHIANG AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 1! Immediately following the shocking events of BATMAN: THE 10-CENT ADVENTURE, we learn that Bruce Wayne is wanted...for murder! Just how is this possible? And how is Batman going to get his alter-ego out of this one? Plus, the fourth chapter of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 768 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-006

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MICK GRAY; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA AND JAMES HODGKINS Batman's back on the street ? and just in time! A lethal shipment of heroin is sweeping through the city, as the Lucky Hand Triad is being stalked by a shadowy, feathery figure from its past. Plus, chapter six of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN) and Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 771 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-009

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MARK MCKENNA; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 12! It's one thing to try and solve a murder. Being cleared of the crime is a different matter. While Batman struggles to build a new life, the shadow of the GCPD looms large. Plus, Chapter Nine of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 772 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-010

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY MARK MCKENNA AND JOHN NYBERG; COVER BY STEVE LEIBER AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 16. Sasha's been in jail for months, while Bruce Wayne has long since escaped. When a mysterious stranger arrives with a proposition ? implicate Bruce and walk, or rot in prison 'till the day she dies ? will Sasha finally give in? Plus, the concluding chapter to "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 779 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-019

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND J.C. GAGNÉ; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND MICHEL GAGNÉ; COVER BY TIM SALE. "Dead Reckoning" (Part 3 of 6) continues as one of Batman's oldest foes is laid to rest. But while the Gotham underworld pays its respects, Batman scrambles to prevent the killer from striking again! Plus, the penultimate chapter of "Spore," by J.C. Gagné and indie comics artist Michel Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbits). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 780 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-022

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND J.C. GAGNÉ; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND MICHEL GAGNÉ; COVER BY TIM SALE "Dead Reckoning" Part 4 of 6. As Batman desperately tries to find the killer known as "The Charlatan," the rogues of Arkham Asylum find that the walls of their prison are no protection against his murderous spree. With the killer closing in on some of Gotham's most notorious villains, Batman is forced to turn to his oldest allies ? on both sides of the law! Plus, the conclusion to the 5-part "Spore," drawn by children's book and indie comics artist Michel Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbits). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Dragon's Lair (2003 CrossGen) 2 VF+ 8.5

Andy Mangels (w), Fabio Laguna (p & i), Tony Washington (c) Based on the hit Don Bluth fantasy video game! On his valiant quest to save his true love, Dirk the Daring has ventured into the Grim Dingy Swamps ? as the Lizard King waits in the shadows! Meanwhile, what does the great dragon Singe have planned for Princess Daphne? FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Dragon's Lair (2003 CrossGen) 3 VF 8.0

Andy Mangels (w), Fabio Laguna (p & i), Tony Washington (c) Based on the hit Don Bluth fantasy video game! Within the Graveyard of Gloom, Dirk the Daring faces saber-rattling skeletons, ghoulish crypt creeps and the flesh seeking undead! Can Dirk survive this scare to stop the dreadful dragon Singe and rescue Princess Daphne? Lead on, adventurer...your quest awaits! 32 pgs, full color, $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Fables (2002) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-021

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores October 9. Mark Buckingham (Peter Parker: Spider-Man) pencils the newest story arc, the 5-part "Animal Farm." The mystery of her sister's murder has been solved, and the guilty parties have been punished. This leaves Fabletown's Deputy Mayor Snow White physically exhausted, spiritually drained, and in need of a big rest. So she decides to personally drive one errant Colin Piggy back up to the Farm, the remote, upstate annex where the non-human Fables reside. But rest and relaxation will have to wait for our heroine. Something wicked is brewing in upstate New York and Snow White's untimely arrival lands her in the thick of it. For more information, see the Feature Article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Fables (2002) 8 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-022

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores December 18. "Animal Farm," Part 3 of 5. The Fables at the Farm are now in open revolt, and the always practical, always proper Snow White finds herself at the top of the radicals' hit list. Her adversaries number in the hundreds, while her only ally seems to be the crass and wily Reynard the Fox. Together, to get to the truth, the two fugitives have to make their way to the caves beyond the Valley of the Sleepers. But first they have to survive crossing the tall grass, which inhabits sleeping giants and belongs to the ravenous Shere Khan. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Fables (2002) 10 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-016

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores February 12. The conclusion to the 5-part "Animal Farm." The revolt at the Farm has been suppressed, the revolutionaries quelled. Goldilocks remains on the loose since her seemingly fatal shooting but the rest of the dissidents have been tried and sentenced. The executioner's axe is sharp and swift as the Fables learn what true justice means. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Fantastic Four (1998 3rd Series) 500DC CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Director's Cut Foil Edition.

Label #22-2DFC43B-003

"Unthinkable Part 4" Written by Mark Waid. Pencils by Mike Wieringo. Inks by Karl Kesel and Lary Stucker. Cover by Mike Wieringo, Karl Kesel, and Richard Isanove. A special extra-sized edition of the World's Greatest Comic Magazine's 500th issue! Features the full standard edition, plus a special foil-enhanced cover and 16-pages of DVD-style extras, including: deleted scenes, creator commentaries, outtakes, and bonus material celebrating 500 issues of Marvel's flagship series! Note: Marvel celebrated its first series to reach 500 issues by returning FANTASTIC FOUR to its original numbering! Cover price $4.99.

Fantastic Stories (2001) 3B CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4213889004

Special Edition Limited to 500 copies. May or may not come wth Amryl Certificate of Authenticity. By Don Marquez. The anthology comic book of science fiction, horror and adventure in the classic tradition continues! This issue includes three fantastic features! Journey with a band of intrepid adventurers to a distant land of snow-swept peaks to learn "The Secret of Mystery Mountain!" Also: The mystery deepens in part 2 of "When the World Screamed," a tale of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's brilliant Professor Challenger! And finally, readers will feast their eyes on the provocative beauties in the "Women of Myth" portfolio section! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Flash (1987 2nd Series) 197 VF- 7.5

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS "Blitz," Part 1 of 4, leading up to THE FLASH #200! Professor Zoom returns in a story that reveals the secrets behind his origin! But what's his strange goal? It's not what you'd think! NOTE: The first part of the powerful four-part story "Blitz" has sold out at the publisher (less than a week after its release) and DC has no plans to go back to press on at this time. "I'm really excited that 'Blitz' is starting off so strong, but really the roller coaster has only gone over the first hill we haven't even hit the loops yet," says writer Geoff Johns. "I've said it before and I'll say it again: Issue #200 will change the world of the Flash and Zoom forever. We're just getting out of the gate here, and I'm glad so many are along for the ride." FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

GI Joe (2001 Image/Devil's Due) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back; See item notes

Label #0017978006

FIRST PRINT! (W) Joshua Blaylock (P)Steven Kurth (I)John Larter (Cover) J. Scott Campbell. Reinstated! Part 1 of 4. The world's greatest task force returns! When secret government technology disappears into thin air, the clues lead to the unbelievable - Cobra, the ruthless terrorist faction of the 1980's, hell-bent on world domination ? is back! Only a highly elite squadron of "Real American Heroes" can stop them: G.I.JOE! Old favorites return to usher in a new era of G.I.Joe, and to shut Cobra down before they can slither their way back into American life. With painted back cover by David Michael Beck. Cover price $2.95.

GI Joe (2001 Image/Devil's Due) 21A CBCS 9.2 Zeck Cover A

Paper: White

Label #21-1d24259-005

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Throwback to the original Marvel GI Joe #21, the Silent Issue! (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Mike Zeck (Cover A) Mike Zeck and HI-FI (Cover B) J. Scott Campbell and Hi-Fi FC 32pp $2.95 THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: For the first time in over a decade! G.I.JOE goes SILENT! The events in issue twenty lead to the Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow showdown, and MIKE ZECK is going to bring it to you. We reunite the superstar team of Zeck and inker John Beatty, to bring you what looks to be one of the most popular G.I.JOE issues in years! When Storm Shadow broke free the Cobra's mind control, Snake-Eyes, Kamakura and William rushed to help him, but they arrived seconds too late. Cobra got there first. Now, with William severely wounded, and Kamakura down for the count, it will be up to Snake-Eyes to save his friend and take out Cobra Commander. NOTE: The covers for issues 20A and 21A together form a complete picture. Cover price $2.95.

GI Joe Frontline (2002) 1B CBCS 9.6 SS Larry Hama Sharpe Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Kevin Sharpe Variant.

Label #21-21F13CC-004

Cover by Kevin Sharpe. (W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I)Bob Layton FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: G.I.Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action action action. This Issue: It's the year 1994, just after the government mothballed the classic G.I. JOE organization... or did they? Cobra is still up to its dirty tricks, and there's only one group of people qualified to stop them. You can guess who that is! This story arc fills in many of the gaps between G.I. JOE of the 1980's, and the current Image Comics series, and features the return of original G.I. JOE writer, Larry Hama, joined by (Superman and Captain America) artist Dan Jurgens. Cover price $2.95.

GI Joe Frontline (2002) 4 CBCS 9.4 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 03/23/2021.

Label #21-21F3AF0-005

(W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I) Bob Layton (C) David Beck In stores the week of January 8th. The Concept: G.I. Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action, action, action! This Issue: The battle at the SILENT CASTLE comes to a head. The G.I.JOE team must do whatever it takes to stop Cobra from unleashing the power of the McGuffin Device. Worse yet, what will happen if they don't? This concludes the story arc by Larry Hama and Dan Jurgens, and finally gives some hints to why Cobra was eventually disbanded in the 90's. FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series Cover price $2.95.

Gotham Girls (2002) 5 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4402776008

WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES The action-packed miniseries concludes! As the clock runs out on gaining possession of a dangerous chemical, Batgirl finds herself torn between fighting and feeling ? for Harley's loneliness, Poison Ivy's protectiveness, and Catwoman's love of danger. But she and Detective Reneé Montoya have to come down on the side of the law. Can they do it in time? FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Green Lantern (1990 3rd Series DC) 145 CBCS 9.6

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Label #22-2D520EC-039

WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY EAGLESHAM In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! It's the end of an era for Kyle Rayner, and the beginning of something far more dangerous than he's ever had to deal with. The Guardians of the Universe created the Green Lanterns to maintain order and peace, while their polar opposites, the Qwardians, believed only in bringing about disorder and chaos. Now their champions ? Kyle and Nero ? battle for control of the greatest source of power either of them has ever had access to. To the victor go the spoils, but the prize may prove too grand for either man to handle. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

JSA All Stars (2003 1st Series) 4 CBCS 9.8

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Label #20-16E8C7C-007

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS, DAVID S. GOYER AND JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY MIKE MCKONE, WAYNE FAUCHER AND TONY HARRIS; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY AND MARK LEWIS In stores August 6. Spotlighting the spectacular Stargirl! The Star-Spangled Kid enlists the aid of her partner and stepfather, S.T.R.I.P.E., as she heads out on a hunt for the one person she'd rather forget: her biological father. Plus, a backup Golden Age Starman tale by the team of James Robinson & Tony Harris (STARMAN)! FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 8) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Marville (2002) 1B CGC 9.8 Horn Foil Variant

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Foil Edition.

Label #4146387001

Bill Jemas (w). M.D. Bright (p). Paul Neary (i). Just imagine Bill Jemas creating the DC Universe! That's right, Marvel's own President introduces a hero for 2002! If you thought some of the things Jemas said before were crazy, just wait until you meet The Marvel! 32 PGS. with ads/FC/MARVEL PG, normal Foil Cover by UDON. Cover price $3.99.

Marville (2002) 2 CGC 9.8

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Label #4385453009

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Paul Neary. Cover by Greg Horn. After Rush Limbaugh tries to stop Kal from giving a begging Peter David a hundred dollar bill, Kal decides to be a hero by distributing his vast wealth to the poor. As he is handing out money, however, he is accosted by Batman, Iron Man and Black Panther, who object to his generosity. Next, Kal helps the police nab petty criminals but ace lawyer Matt Murdock keeps getting them off. They track down the Kingpin of Crime only to find he is being played by director Spike Lee. From the future, Kal's parents decide to help him out by sending him a time machine. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Mickey; Lucy; Rush Limbaugh; Peter David; Batman; Iron Man [Tony Stark]; Black Panther; Matt Murdock [Daredevil]; Spider-Man; Punisher; Spike Lee; Jane Fonda; Ted Turner. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 2 CGC 9.4

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Label #4385453008

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Paul Neary. Cover by Greg Horn. After Rush Limbaugh tries to stop Kal from giving a begging Peter David a hundred dollar bill, Kal decides to be a hero by distributing his vast wealth to the poor. As he is handing out money, however, he is accosted by Batman, Iron Man and Black Panther, who object to his generosity. Next, Kal helps the police nab petty criminals but ace lawyer Matt Murdock keeps getting them off. They track down the Kingpin of Crime only to find he is being played by director Spike Lee. From the future, Kal's parents decide to help him out by sending him a time machine. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Mickey; Lucy; Rush Limbaugh; Peter David; Batman; Iron Man [Tony Stark]; Black Panther; Matt Murdock [Daredevil]; Spider-Man; Punisher; Spike Lee; Jane Fonda; Ted Turner. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 4 CGC 9.6

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Label #4385453010

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright, Paul Neary and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Greg Horn. Kal, Mickey and Lucy are taken to the time of the dinosaurs and they witness the fall of the mighty reptiles as mammals take over the world. They take an otter into the time machine with them and travel to the point where the creature evolves into the first human being. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy; Mickey; Jack. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 5A CGC 9.0 Horn

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Label #4341500010

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Greg Horn. Here it is, the origin of Wolverine -- the version that Joe Quesada wouldn't let Jemas tell! Kal and his pals meet the first human being, Wolverine. They fast-forward through various stages of primal man and witness as politics and religion become a factor in the human experience. Jack explains the true nature of God to his companions. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy; Mickey; Jack; Wolverine. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 5A VF 8.0 Horn

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Greg Horn. Here it is, the origin of Wolverine -- the version that Joe Quesada wouldn't let Jemas tell! Kal and his pals meet the first human being, Wolverine. They fast-forward through various stages of primal man and witness as politics and religion become a factor in the human experience. Jack explains the true nature of God to his companions. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy; Mickey; Jack; Wolverine. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 6A CGC 9.8

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Label #4358976007

Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Greg Horn. How was the Marvel Universe created? Bill Jemas reveals all! Kal talks to an editor about turning his recent time traveling adventures into a comic book. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy (flashback); Mickey (flashback); Paul (flashback); CAMEO FLASHBACK: Jane Fonda; Ted Turner; Spider-Man; Punisher; Batman; Iron Man [Tony Stark]; Black Panther; Wolverine. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.