Auctions: comic books May 1992

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 362A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4678870007

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First Printing. Direct Edition. "Savage Alliance!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. After getting a taste of Carnage's raw power last issue, the wall-crawler knows he needs serious help! To that end the amazing one does the unthinkable! He pays a visit to Venom! Wow, is that a good idea? However as a precaution the web-slinger brings Johnny Storm along for the ride to Venom's deserted island! And following an intense battle, Venom surprisingly agrees to help his good pal Spidey! So in a truly unlikely pairing, the Spectacular Spider-Man and the Lethal Protector join forces to take down Carnage! You have to see it to believe it! Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The issue includes a full-page ad for the Toxic Crusaders (1992) series with art by Sam Kieth.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 362A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4719335020

First Printing. Direct Edition. "Savage Alliance!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. After getting a taste of Carnage's raw power last issue, the wall-crawler knows he needs serious help! To that end the amazing one does the unthinkable! He pays a visit to Venom! Wow, is that a good idea? However as a precaution the web-slinger brings Johnny Storm along for the ride to Venom's deserted island! And following an intense battle, Venom surprisingly agrees to help his good pal Spidey! So in a truly unlikely pairing, the Spectacular Spider-Man and the Lethal Protector join forces to take down Carnage! You have to see it to believe it! Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The issue includes a full-page ad for the Toxic Crusaders (1992) series with art by Sam Kieth.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Magnus Robot Fighter (1991 Valiant) 12 VF+ 8.5

Signed by Gonzalo Mayo. No autograph certification is included.

44-page giant; introduction of Turok to the Valiant Universe. Magnus visits the Lost Valley where he confronts Doctor Laslo Noel in "Stone and Steel!" Written by Faye Perozich and Jim Shooter, with art by Gonzalo Mayo. Characters: Andar; Doctor Laslo Noel; Elzy; Gork; Magnus; Turok; Willow Talltree. Plus: 1-A's failed experiments subject their creator to a mock trial, where we see parts of the robot's past, in the 8-page "Trial and Error." Written by Jim Shooter and Faye Perozich, with art by Mark Moretti and Charles Barnett III. Characters: 1-A (hologram); Cracker; Magnus (hologram). Cover by Gonzalo Mayo. Cover price $3.25.

Magnus Robot Fighter (1991 Valiant) 12 VF+ 8.5

Signed by Gonzalo Mayo. No autograph certification is included.

44-page giant; introduction of Turok to the Valiant Universe. Magnus visits the Lost Valley where he confronts Doctor Laslo Noel in "Stone and Steel!" Written by Faye Perozich and Jim Shooter, with art by Gonzalo Mayo. Characters: Andar; Doctor Laslo Noel; Elzy; Gork; Magnus; Turok; Willow Talltree. Plus: 1-A's failed experiments subject their creator to a mock trial, where we see parts of the robot's past, in the 8-page "Trial and Error." Written by Jim Shooter and Faye Perozich, with art by Mark Moretti and Charles Barnett III. Characters: 1-A (hologram); Cracker; Magnus (hologram). Cover by Gonzalo Mayo. Cover price $3.25.

Malibu Sun (1991) 13 CGC 9.8 SS McFarlane McFarlane Variant

Paper: White

Signed by Todd McFarlane on 1/13/26.

Label #4671620001

Cover by Todd McFarlane. 1st appearance of Spawn in print. The back cover features full color artwork of Spawn that McFarlane completed in 1991 after leaving Marvel. The b&w centerfold spread also features the same image advertising Spawn hitting the shelves in May 1992. Contents: This Month from Malibu - an introduction to this month's Malibu Sun; Image '92 - behind the scenes of the hot new imprint; Malibu Comics - titles for May 1992; Strange Sports Stories - a text feature on the exciting new title just in time for baseball season; Adventure Comics - titles for May 1992; May 1992 Is Robotech Month; Eternity Comics - titles for May 1992; Rob Liefeld and Malibu Score #1.

Marc Spector Moon Knight (1989) 38 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4724624016

Blood Brothers: Part 4 of 4: The Avatar of Khonshu - Written by Terry Kavanagh. Art and Cover by Ron Garney & Tom Palmer. The thrilling conclusion pits Moon Knight and the Punisher against the Knight's mad brother and Egyptian cultists for the right to become the new avatar of Khonshu! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.75.

Shadowman (1992 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4682444025

Night is on his side. At midnight a dark figure stalks the narrow streets of the French Quarter in N'awlins. He is a hunter...a silent stalker...a man driven by a predatory urge beyond our imagining, compelled by a deep and dreadful music that only he can hear to rid the night of discord. He is a mystery. But the good people of the street know who he is. He's Shadowman. "Jazz" is written by Jim Shooter and Steve Englehart, with art by David Lapham and Joe Rubinstein. Cover price $2.50.

Shadowman (1992 1st Series) 1 VF+ 8.5

Signed by Steve Englehart. No autograph certification is included.

Night is on his side. At midnight a dark figure stalks the narrow streets of the French Quarter in N'awlins. He is a hunter...a silent stalker...a man driven by a predatory urge beyond our imagining, compelled by a deep and dreadful music that only he can hear to rid the night of discord. He is a mystery. But the good people of the street know who he is. He's Shadowman. "Jazz" is written by Jim Shooter and Steve Englehart, with art by David Lapham and Joe Rubinstein. Cover price $2.50.

Spawn (1992 Image) 1A.D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4153833013

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Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

Spawn (1992 Image) 1A.D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4645656003

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

Spawn (1992 Image) 1A.D CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4729102001

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

Spawn (1992 Image) 1A.D FN+ 6.5 Direct Variant

Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

X-O Manowar (1992 1st Series) 4 VF- 7.5

Signed by Steve Englehart. No autograph certification.

First appearance of Shadowman (cameo). Aric, the world's most heavily armed ancient barbarian, battles his way south in "King's Crossing." Characters: the Harbinger kids [Flamingo; Kris; Sting; Torque; Zepplin]; Jack Boniface [a.k.a. Shadowman] (not identified); Ken Clarkson; Todd Bevins (personal assistant to Toyo Harada); Toyo Harada; his bodyguards [Bremer; Chapman]; X-Caliber (in a photograph); X-O Manowar [also as Aric]. Written by Steve Englehart and Bob Layton, with art by Mike Manley, Ralph Reese and Tom Ryder. Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith and Bob Layton. This issue does not have a card (coupon). Cover price $1.95.

X-O Manowar (1992 1st Series) 4 VF- 7.5

Signed by Steve Englehart. No autograph certification.

First appearance of Shadowman (cameo). Aric, the world's most heavily armed ancient barbarian, battles his way south in "King's Crossing." Characters: the Harbinger kids [Flamingo; Kris; Sting; Torque; Zepplin]; Jack Boniface [a.k.a. Shadowman] (not identified); Ken Clarkson; Todd Bevins (personal assistant to Toyo Harada); Toyo Harada; his bodyguards [Bremer; Chapman]; X-Caliber (in a photograph); X-O Manowar [also as Aric]. Written by Steve Englehart and Bob Layton, with art by Mike Manley, Ralph Reese and Tom Ryder. Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith and Bob Layton. This issue does not have a card (coupon). Cover price $1.95.