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Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 41 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4534158001

Cover by Jason Pearson J. Michael Straczynski (w)/ John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (I) THE SCOOP: The hits just keep on coming! THE STORY: It's by J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. -- what more do you need to know? THE FORMAT: 44 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04716-1-04311 (Marvel PG) 2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 46 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123011

Cover by Frank Cho. "Unnatural Enemies," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Taking inventory of his crummy life, Peter tries to get some sleep; He only succeeds when Dr. Strange induces sleep in order to talk to Spider-Man in his dreams; He warns Spidey that he made himself noticeable to mystical predators by leaving the path in the astral plane when he tackled Shade, then refers him to page 73 of his etymology book; Peter wakes and checks the book, finding an entry on the spider-wasp; Several days later, a spider-wasp-like creature calling herself Shathra attacks Spidey; She wants to toy with him before killing him but Spidey manages to get away, ducking into a subway station and maneuvering Shathra into being hit by a train; Before she is struck, she utters the name "Parker" and Spidey realizes she knows his secret; Later, playing a new game, Shathra takes human form, goes to the Daily Bugle, and tells them she and Spider-Man were lovers. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 47 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123010

Cover by Frank Cho. "The Life & Death of Spiders," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; At Midtown High, Peter enters the teachers' lounge to find "Sharon Keller" on TV talking about her affair with Spider-Man; Recognizing "Sharon" as a disguised Shathra, Peter calls MJ to assure her it isn't true but hears the doubt in her voice; Elsewhere, Ezekiel sees the broadcast and decides he's been away too long; Furious, Spidey attacks the TV studio, inducing Shathra to reveal her true self on camera. Losing control, Spidey beats on her relentlessly, realizing too late that he has given in to his spider personna as Shathra wanted; Her meal now ripe, Shathra tags Spidey with a paralyzing stinger; He manages to escape in a cab; Seeing the mass of yellow cabs on the street, Shathra doesn't know which one to pursue; Fighting the stinger's toxins, Spidey stumbles into the Museum of Natural History's "The Life and Death of Spiders!" exhibit. 3-page Uncanny X-Men #416 preview, script by Chuck Austen, pencils by Kia Asamiya, inks by Kia Asamiya. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 49 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123009

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Bad Connections," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Ezekiel tells Peter to consider Morlun and Shathra appetizers to an impeding huge menace before sending him to the airport in a limo with a first-class ticket to New York; Peter tells Ezekiel he's a good guy; Ezekiel hopes he still feels that way when he learns the truth; Peter trades his first-class ticket to New York for a coach ticket to Los Angeles, unaware that MJ has arrived at his New York apartment; As Peter wallcrawls into MJ's empty hotel room, MJ hangs out in Peter's vacant apartment; Deciding the empty dwellings are signs of things ending, they head back to their own lives; A bad storm forces both their planes to land in Denver where Peter spots MJ only because his eyes is drawn to a spider on an airport seat. 4-page preview of The Avengers #65, script by Geoff Johns, pencils by Olivier Coipel, inks by Andy Lanning. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 50 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123008

Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Tim Townsend. "Doomed Affairs," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter Parker and Mary Jane get stranded in the same Colorado airport after flying across the country in an attempt to see each other; While waiting for the weather to clear the two begin to patch up their rocky marriage, but unfortunately they are interrupted by another stuck traveler, Doctor DOOM!; DOOM is suddenly attacked by Latverian freedom fighters, but Spider-Man and an undercover Captain America arrive just in time to save the besieged dictator, as well as the nearby innocents. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 53 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123007

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Parts and Pieces," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Digger attacks another of Morris Forelli's interests, but Spider-Man is there to stop him; Unfortunately so is a hit crew hired by Forelli to take down Digger for good; The hit crew only covers Digger's escape, while Spider-man discovers a way to take down the zombie Hulk, and tension flares between Spider-Man and the Forelli family. 44 pgs., full color. 5-page preview of Ultimate X-Men #34, script by Brian Michael Bendis, art by David Finch. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 54 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123006

Cover by Terry Dodson. "The Balancing of Karmic Accounts," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Armed with a way to take Digger down, Spider-Man and Lieutenant William Lamont put his idea to the test; Spidey attacks Digger, chasing him into the sewer; Also, Spidey has a little surprise for his new boss, Morris Forelli. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 55 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4631123005

Cover by Mike Deodato, Jr. "Unintended Consequences," script by Fiona Avery (story, script) and J. Michael Straczynski (story), pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter finds some kids loitering outside the school; When he tells them they are late for class, they reply that they aren't students anymore!; All but Melissa, a young girl on crutches, whom Peter helps to class; Taking an interest in her, Peter checks her transcript and learns she was forced to drop Honors Biology against her wishes; He arranges to get her transferred into his Honnor Bio class and even walks her home; There, he clumsily stops a robber making off with some of her family's possessions; Peter meets Melissa's mother Laura and hears about her brother Jack whom Spidey sent to jail for carjacking. 36 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 57 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123004

Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by TONY HARRIS J. Michael Straczynski is back flying the Spider-Man ship solo in a 2-part story arc leading up to October's AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #500! Entitled "HAPPY BIRTHDAY," the story kicks off with a major inter-dimensional threat unveiled on midtown Manhattan, spurring Spider-Man into battle alongside a who's who roster of guest-stars, including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. This is JMS and JR throwing down with some major widescreen action, and it leads to the monumental #500, featuring a moment that will catch comicdom completely by surprise. 36 PGS./MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-05711 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 507 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123023

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "The Book of Ezekiel: Chapter Two," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter wakes from a dream of spiders pouring out of Mary Jane's mouth; Ezekiel calls him about thousands of spiders swarming the city; J. Jonah Jameson blames Spider-Man for them; Mary Jane auditions for an acting role when a spider-covered SUV crashes through the wall; Spider-Man rescues her, then reconvenes with Ezekiel, who says he warned him; The Gatekeeper attacks Spidey. 36 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 510 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123024

Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by MIKE DEODATO JR. Cover by MIKE DEODATO JR. "SINS PAST" 2 (OF 6) The second part of a Spider-Man arc that will have people talking for years. Featuring art by new series regular Mike Deodato. One more reason not to miss a single issue! 40 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51011 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 512 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123022

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #512 Written by J. Michael Straczynski Cover & Pencils by Mike Deodato "SINS PAST" 4 (OF 6) The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured ? a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere -- was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains? ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment -- have emerged and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear. 36 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51211 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 513 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123021

Direct Edition. AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #513 Written by J. Michael Straczynski Pencils & Cover by Mike Deodato JR. "SINS PAST" PART 5 (OF 6) The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured? a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere? was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains? ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment? have emerged, and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear! IF YOU EVER THOUGHT YOU WERE A SPIDER-MAN FAN, YOU CAN'T MISS THIS ISSUE! 40 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51311 Cover price $2.25.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.8 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618712004

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 608B CGC 9.4 Lee Variant 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4459747011

2nd printing. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose! Featuring Killer Croc, with appearances by Poison Ivy and Catwoman. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 611 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609496010

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 4 of "Hush." Fun in Metropolis! Catwoman and Batman journey to the City of Tomorrow to track down Poison Ivy. This capricious couple thinks it has the upper hand but soon finds Ivy has something ? or someone ? up her sleeve. And keep your eyes peeled for a mysterious flying hero whose deeds inspired a young Bruce Wayne. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 612A CGC 9.4 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4632438019

Direct Edition. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art and Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Guest-starring Superman! Hush, Part 5 of 12. The best-selling comic continues with the fight you've waited for, discussed and argued about: Batman vs. Superman, toe-to-toe! How do you stop the Man of Steel? Who can outwit the World's Greatest Detective? What could bring these uneasy allies to the brink of war? Who will be left standing in a battle that could bring down the city of Metropolis? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 618 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4543469009

WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS After the shocking revelations of last issue, Batman faces the battle of his life! But, given the betrayals he's discovered, can Batman possibly fight the one person whom he cannot ? and will not ? fight? Was this the master plan all along? Or are there still more twists to come? One thing is for sure: you can't miss this issue! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 619C CGC 9.2 JSA Jim Lee 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Jim Lee Authenticated Autograph. Second Printing.

Label #4638762008

2nd Printing. Black Cover. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVERS BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores September 24. The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc that has thrilled critics and fans alike, featuring two astounding variant triple-gatefold covers! Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight! The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. For more information, see the feature article. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Adventures (2003 2nd Series) 16 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4619106004

WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON. ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY. COVER BY KELSEY SHANNON. The Joker and Harley Quinn are getting hitched! It'll be the wedding of the century... if Poison Ivy doesn't gum up the works first! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Superman Wonder Woman Trinity (2003) 2 CGC 9.9

Paper: White

Label #0061694011

WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY MATT WAGNER; COVER BY WAGNER In stores July 30. Matt Wagner's (Grendel, Mage) tale of Superman and Batman's first encounter with Wonder Woman continues! Superman pursues a nuclear threat as the Purge comes to Gotham, and the villain's plot to bring about global chaos creeps closer to fruition! Wonder Woman finds herself alone against the twisted fury of Bizarro! And can Batman find a rogue missile in time to avert catastrophe in the city he has sworn to protect? FC, 64 PG. (2 OF 3) PRESTIGE FORMAT $6.95 Cover price $6.95.

Black Widow Pale Little Spider (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3897149012

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.

Blowjob (2001 Eros Comix) 6 VG 4.0

Residue.

Cover by Sandez Rey. "Blowback" by JAB, "BJ Betty Eats the Hole" by Wes Crum, "Happy Dreams" by Nacho Cassanova, "The Piano Lesson" by Reinhard Schleining, and "The Trial of the Crimson Gash" by Sandez Rey. 28 pages, B&W, Adults Only. Cover price $3.50.

Captain Marvel (2002 5th Series Marvel) 1C CGC 9.8 Ross Variant

Paper: White

Ross Variant Cover.

Label #4618712009

Cover by Alex Ross. Peter David (w). Chriscross (p & i). A new-reader-friendly beginning for Marvel's best-reviewed book! Okay, you know CAPTAIN MARVEL is one of the most critically-acclaimed titles in the entire industry -- and now Peter David and ChrisCross invite you to find out why! Big changes are coming for the son of Mar-Vell, and you can get in on the ground floor right here... when Cap goes crazy! 32 PGS. with ads/FC/MARVEL PG Cover price $2.25.

Captain Marvel (2002 5th Series Marvel) 16 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3700583022

Written by PETER DAVID. Pencils by PAUL AZACETA. Cover by BARRY KITSON. "CRAZY LIKE A FOX" pt. 2 (of 4) Marv has targeted the Shi'ar and the Kree for termination, and they've brought the only force in the universe able to stop him. FC, 32pg/MARVEL PSR Cover price $2.99.

Cerebus (1977-2004 Aardvark-Vanaheim) 300 CGC 9.2 SS Gerhard

Paper: White

Signed and sketch by Gerhard on 03/25/2022.

Label #3985962001

by Dave Sim & Gerhard. LATTER DAYS: Part 35 (of 35) - The Final Issue! NOT a good jumping-on point for new readers! After 26 years, the last 20 pages of the comic medium's first-ever 6,000- page graphic novel will soon be one for the record books. Also, don't miss the last installment of Aardvark Comment. "Thanks very much to all our loyal readers and retailers! Good night!" - Dave Sim b&w, 24pg $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

French Kiss (2002-2007 Ediciones La Cupula) 9 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4584621020

Erotic comics by Europe's top creators. Cover by Ricky Carralero. 8-in. x 10 1/2-in., 98 pages, full color and B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Gotham Girls (2002) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #1220145023

WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES Harley Quinn gets control of a chemical formula everyone wants, which means that nothing goes as planned ? not even for her best pal Poison Ivy. And Detective Reneé Montoya is hot on everyone's trail... FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Harley Quinn (2000) 26 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4665283016

WRITTEN BY ANDY LIEBERMAN; ART AND COVER BY MIKE HUDDLESTON AND TROY NIXEY. Introducing the brand new creative team behind the adventures of the cupid of crime! Harley Quinn finds herself in more than a spot of trouble, moments from a very watery death. Meanwhile, she's wanted for the murder of a GCPD officer, and the late cop's partner, Bishop is going to bring her in, no matter who gets in the way. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Hulk Gray (2003) 3 CGC 9.8 JSA Sale

Paper: White

Tim Sale Authenticated Autograph.

Label #4665277003

Written by JEPH LOEB Cardstock cover & pencils by TIM SALE The Hulk is on the run from the military. Who can he turn to in his time of need? FC, 32pg/MARVEL PSR (3 of 6) $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Invincible (2003 Image) 10 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4630486005

JLA Avengers (2003) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4601710005

Written by KURT BUSIEK; Wraparound cover & art by GEORGE PÉREZ THE EVENT 20 YEARS IN THE MAKING!·WITH APPEARANCES BY EVERY AVENGER & JLA MEMBER ... EVER! THE WAIT IS OVER! The most eagerly anticipated comic book crossover of all time has finally arrived, with alternating Prestige Format issues by Marvel & DC Comics! What cataclysmic threat could endanger two universes - and dwarf the combined power of both Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the World's Greatest Super-Heroes? The world finally learns the answer in September 2003! 48 PGS./PRESTIGE FORMAT/MARVEL PG...$5.95 UPC: 5960605369-00111 Cover price $5.95.

KISS (2002) 1B CGC 9.8 Photo Variant

Paper: White

Photo Variant Cover.

Label #4609514021

by JOE CASEY and MEL RUBI; cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL The most ass-kicking rock band returns to comics, written by the most rockin' of young comics writers. Joe Casey (Superman, Wildcats, X-Men) presents a bold new direction for Kiss ? years after the split-up of these four super-powered warriors, they've followed very separate paths. The Demon is a bounty hunter; The Starchild lives with a race of women warriors in South America; The Spaceman is cruising the solar system with no human contact; and The Catman's getting in touch with his bestial side. When Catman finally goes too far, the others know they have to band together to save the Catman's humanity. But there's another hand at work, pushing the Four Who Are One into a corner. This new comic, overseen by Gene Simmons, turns the ultimate rock-and-roll icons into the ultimate superhero team. Joe Casey, who's dealt with every kind of super power, to the delight of mainstream fans, gives Dark Horse a superhero book to rival any. Mel Rubi, hot off the superhero-style revamp of Joss Whedon's Angel, reinterprets Kiss with a dynamism rivalled only by their stage show, and J. Scott Campbell (Danger Girl) and Leinil Francis Yu (X-men, High Roads) trade off cover duties. This ain't your daddy's comics ... On sale July 24 FC, 32pg (1 of 3) (Art cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (1 of 3) (Photo cover) . . . $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Marville (2002) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618713009

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) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618713010

Written by Bill Jemas. Pencils by Mark Bright. Cover by Greg Horn. Kal and his two gal pals get into his time machine and zap to the beginning of "creation" to have a chat with God (also known as Jack) and witness the beginning of life on Earth. Characters in this issue: Kal-AOL; Lucy; Mickey; Jack. 40 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.25.

Marville (2002) 4 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618713012

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) 4 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618713011

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) 6B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618713014

Wolverine Variant Cover. Written by Bill Jemas. Art by Mark Bright and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Mark Bright. 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.

Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 49 #1 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4582673008

MATURE READERS.

Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 49 #6 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4550244022

MATURE READERS. Cover price $4.99.

Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 50 #6 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4589916022

MATURE READERS.

Punisher (2004 7th Series) Max 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4603101005

Written by GARTH ENNIS Pencils by LEWIS LAROSA Covers by TIM BRADSTREET "IN THE BEGINNING" pt. 1 of 6?Garth Ennis finally lets loose to take Punisher to the MAX ? literally ? as the hunter becomes the hunted! No more pulled punches, no more dialing it down. One of comics' most provocative writers takes one of comics' most provocative characters in a new direction ? ANY direction he wants! 32 PGS. PARENTAL ADVISORY $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Robocop (2003 Avatar) 1A.PRISM CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Prism Foil Cover.

Label #4603777021

Prism Foil Edition Cover by Frank Miller. Story and Art by Frank Miller & Juan Jose Ryp. At long last, Frank Miller's never-before-seen full Robocop epic finally sees light of day! Robocop was one of the truly great bits of movie and pop culture magic from the 80s, and the cult of Robocop continues to grow strong to this day. In full-on action, the Robocop is told as Frank Miller always intended, composed straight from the master's original writings and scripts! The vast majority of Miller's insane ideas, vicious black humor, and robotic mayhem never made it to the screen, but every last bit is finally unleashed in this series. With sequential adaptation from Steven Grant and art by superstar Juan Jose Ryp, the series features covers by Frank Miller, who is also personally signing the creation of the entire project. FC, 32pg

Robocop (2003 Avatar) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Robosteel Edition.

Label #4603777022

Robosteel cover (wraparound). Limited to 2000 copies. by Frank Miller & Juan Jose Ryp At long last, Frank Miller's never-before-seen full Robocop epic finally sees light of day! Robocop was one of the truly great bits of movie and pop culture magic from the 80s, and the cult of Robocop continues to grow strong to this day. In full-on action, the Robocop is told as Frank Miller always intended, composed straight from the master's original writings and scripts! The vast majority of Miller's insane ideas, vicious black humor, and robotic mayhem never made it to the screen, but every last bit is finally unleashed in this series. With sequential adaptation from Steven Grant and art by superstar Juan Jose Ryp, the series features covers by Frank Miller, who is also personally signing the creation of the entire project. Cover price $14.95.

Spawn (1992 Image) 119D CGC 9.8 Capullo Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3811831007

Direct Edition.(W) Brian Holguin and Todd McFarlane (P) Angel Medina (I) Danny Miki (Cover) Greg Capullo and Todd McFarlane The Concept: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected from the ashes of his own grave in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons is reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, this warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. This issue: A SEASON IN HELL: Part III?Old foes with new agendas are tormenting Spawn, drawing him down a road he may not be prepared to travel. Only Spawn's one-time mentor, Cog, now dying, can offer insight into the complex web being woven. Will revisiting the mistakes he made as a man relieve the pain that haunts Spawn in death? Or are some wounds too deep to ever heal? In stores the week of February 27th. FC, 32pg$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Spawn (1992 Image) 139 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #2084990009

Full color, 32 pages written by BRIAN HOLGUIN & TODD McFARLANE art by ANGEL MEDINA & DANNY MIKI cover by GREG CAPULLO & TODD McFARLANE CONCEPT: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons was reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, the warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. THIS ISSUE: "Hellbound," Part 1?What would you do to save a loved one from a fate beyond imagining? Would you brave the perils of Hell itself? Would you take up the burden of an ancient curse and bear it on your shoulders? Would you break a sacred trust, knowing it could never be restored? While Spawn struggles to recover from the events of "1000 Clowns," Nyx faces these questions and more. Her decision will shock you. Cover price $2.50.

Spawn (1992 Image) 141 VF+ 8.5

Full color; 32 pages written by BRIAN HOLGUIN & TODD McFARLANE art by NAT JONES & JAY FOTOS cover by GREG CAPULLO CONCEPT: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons was reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, the warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. THIS ISSUE: "Hellbound," Part 3?It was an act of desperation, a mad folly undertaken with the purest of intentions. A childhood friend, bound in the chains of Hell, a single chance to make things right again. Now, with the power of the Hellspawn at her disposal, Nyx transverses the wastelands of Hell in search of the soul of her friend Thea. But she soon learns that releasing her friend from damnation may require a measure of cruelty Nyx did not prepare for. Includes a special appearance by the Redeemer. Cover price $2.50.

Spider-Man and the Black Cat The Evil That Men Do (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665986017

(1 of 6) The mysterious disappearance of an old friend brings Felicia Hardy to the Big Apple in search of answers. But, as luck would have it, a certain web-slinger who also happens to be her ex-lover is following the same trail! How long will it take before they do some... catching up? Written by Kevin Smith. Pencils by Terry Dodson. Inks by Rachel Dodson. Cover by Terry and Rachel Dodson. Cover price $2.99.

Spider-Man Blue (2002) 3 CGC 9.8 JSA Sale

Paper: White

Tim Sale Authenticated Autograph.

Label #4665277004

(3 of 6) Saving Penn Station from the Lizard is a piece of cake, but Peter Parker doesn't know what to do when Mary Jane Watson meets Gwen Stacy! Could things possibly get more complicated? Well, sure! Especially when Harry Osborn asks Peter to be his roommate, and then asks if he can date Mary Jane! Written by Jeph Loeb. Art by Tim Sale. Cover by Tim Sale. Cover price $3.50.

Star Wars (1998 Dark Horse 1st Series) 51 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3882704013

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by HADEN BLACKMAN; cover by TOM FOWLER Two Jedi, one hundred clone troopers, and thousands of dead Gungans! On one of the moons of Naboo, General Obi-Wan Kenobi and his troops make a horrifying discovery: the entire population of Gungan settlers has been wiped out in a genocidal chemical attack by a power-mad Separatist commander. Worse, Anakin discovers that the commander's next target is Naboo itself, the home of his beloved Padmé! Hopelessly out- numbered by Separatist forces, the soldiers of the Republic have but one hope for success ? but that hope seems shattered when General Kenobi is captured in battle! New worlds, new villains, and new heroes, as the epic saga of the Clone Wars unfolds! On sale February 19 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 Cover price $2.99.