Auctions: comic books 1948 or later

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) 5A CGC 9.2 Horn

Paper: White

Label #4675255004

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.

MASK (1987 2nd Series DC) 8 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4644512002

Direct Edition. "Fun in the Sun!" Written by Michael Fleisher. Art by Curt Swan and Kurt Schaffenberger. Matt Trakker and his son, head to the beach for some greatly earned R&R. But justice never rests, and when V.E.N.O.M. attacks and armored transport, M.A.S.K. springs into action! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

Mask (1991 Dark Horse) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4649141002

Written by JOHN ARCUDI. Art & cover by DOUG MAHNKE. The city reeks of crime and corruption and Lieutenant Kellaway feels helpless to stop it...until an ancient mask is placed into his care. Suddenly, a zany masked vigilante is on a one-man rampage to eliminate crime with his own brand of lunatic justice. Cover price $2.50.

Mask (1991 Dark Horse) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4663019014

Written by JOHN ARCUDI. Art & cover by DOUG MAHNKE. The city reeks of crime and corruption and Lieutenant Kellaway feels helpless to stop it...until an ancient mask is placed into his care. Suddenly, a zany masked vigilante is on a one-man rampage to eliminate crime with his own brand of lunatic justice. Cover price $2.50.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 104N CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #3935602015

Newsstand Edition. "Fight without Reason!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Gene Day. Shang Chi comes face-to-face with the one man he has never truly defeated, Shen Kuei, the man called Cat. In the wake of last issue, Chi finds his rival in the arms of Leiko Wu, the woman he loves. Now, these two Masters of Kung Fu must engage in a martial arts battle to rival all others. For honor, for love. Cover price $0.50.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 124 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #3935602021

"Retribution!" Story by Alan Zelenetz. Art by William Johnson and Mike Mignola. As Shang Chi follows the path taken by his father, Fu Manchu, he comes to the temple where the villain was trained. Here the unthinkable happens, the Master of Kung Fu is defeated. But is his spirit renewed? Cover price $0.60.

Master of Kung Fu Lot of 13

Issues 84, 85, 89-91, 101, 107MJ, 109MJ, 110, 115, and 122-124 of Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel). Most will grade in the FN to VG range with #101 grading FR.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1D VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. 'To Tempt the Gods!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Dick Giordano. He-Man…Battle-Cat…Man-At-Arms…Teela…Stratos… They are among the mightiest heroes on a world where science and magic meld to form a realm undreamed of. They fight a never-ending battle against the dark warlock Skeletor and his vicious horde of mutants and sorcerers. They fight for the power of Castle Grayskull, an ancient citadel that stands at the apex of time and space. For who should ever hold the power will truly be the Masters of the Universe! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1D VF 8.0

Direct Edition. 'To Tempt the Gods!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Dick Giordano. He-Man…Battle-Cat…Man-At-Arms…Teela…Stratos… They are among the mightiest heroes on a world where science and magic meld to form a realm undreamed of. They fight a never-ending battle against the dark warlock Skeletor and his vicious horde of mutants and sorcerers. They fight for the power of Castle Grayskull, an ancient citadel that stands at the apex of time and space. For who should ever hold the power will truly be the Masters of the Universe! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4649141003

Direct Edition. Comic book based on the popular animated series. In this issue, Skeletor is up to no good and a great evil is about to fall upon all Eternia. He-Man tries to prevent it from happening but Orko accidently causes the evil to be unleashed and then everyone has to face "The Coming of Hordak." Script by Mike Carlin and art by Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 1N FN+ 6.5

Newsstand Edition. Comic book based on the popular animated series. In this issue, Skeletor is up to no good and a great evil is about to fall upon all Eternia. He-Man tries to prevent it from happening but Orko accidently causes the evil to be unleashed and then everyone has to face "The Coming of Hordak." Script by Mike Carlin and art by Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 2 VF 8.0

Comic book based on the popular animated series. When a meteorite crashes into the Evergreen Forest, Skeletor wants it as it will give him the power he needs to smash his enemies. So He-Man and company have to get to that meteorite first. But there is a lot that stands in their way in Falling Stars. Script by Mike Carlin and art by Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 2 VF- 7.5

Comic book based on the popular animated series. When a meteorite crashes into the Evergreen Forest, Skeletor wants it as it will give him the power he needs to smash his enemies. So He-Man and company have to get to that meteorite first. But there is a lot that stands in their way in Falling Stars. Script by Mike Carlin and art by Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 3 VF+ 8.5

"The Garden of Evil" - Written by Mike Carlin. Art by Ron Wilson and Dennis Janke. Hordak has Prince Adam trapped in his slippery Slime Pit! But that's just the start of trouble for He-Man's alter ego, because Hordak isn't Hordak any more -- now he's Hurricane Hordak! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 4N FN/VF 7.0

Newsstand Edition. "Snakes Alive!" - Written by Mike Carlin. Art by Ron Wilson and Dennis Janke. Not even the merciless tyrant, Skeletor, is ready for the new heroes of Eternia: Rio Blast and Snout Spout! Together Rio Blast and Snout Spout have vowed to defeat Skeletor and his evil allies, the savage Snake Men! And defeat Skeletor they will -- if only they'll stop fighting with each other first! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 5 VF+ 8.5

"Monstroid" - Written by Mike Carlin. Art by Ron Wilson and Dennis Janke. The evil Skeletor calls up the gargantuan Monstroid to destroy He-Man. The even-more-evil Hordak tries to seize control of Monstroid to destroy them both! But can anyone truly control Monstroid? Plus: the amazing Extendar and the menacing Multi-Bot! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 7N VF 8.0

Newsstand Edition. "Long Live the King" - Written by Mike Carlin. Art by Ron Wilson and Danny Bulanadi. Cover by Ron Wilson and Al Milgrom. Their names are Clamp Champ, Faker, Ninjor, Blast-Attak and Scareglow! They're the tyrant Skeletor's latest -- and greatest -- team of merciless marauders! What happens when they clash with He-Man and his noble defenders of Eternia is...explosive! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 8D VF/NM 9.0

Direct Edition. "The Getaway" - Written by Mike Carlin. Art by Ron Wilson and Danny Bulanadi. He-Man finds his hands full with more trouble than even he thought possible when Mosquitor, Snake Face and Sssqueeze attack Eternia. The battle really heats up when He-Man breaks out the Scubatack and Cliff Climber action suits! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 10 VF 8.0

"Courage" - Written by George Caragonne. Art by Alan Kupperberg and Danny Bulanadi. What? He-Man afraid? The astonishing answer is yes! And the secret of what his greatest fear is and what he must do to conquer it are found in this tale! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 12 FN+ 6.5

"Lifetime" - Written by George Caragonne. Art by Ron Wilson and Danny Bulanadi. He-Man no more! Can Eternia survive without its greatest hero? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Masters of the Universe (2002 1st Series Image) 1C CGC 9.8 Norem Gold Foil Variant

Paper: White

Gold Foil Edition.

Label #4631623007

Gold Foil edition. (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (I) Marco Failla FC 32pp Four issue finite series. Cover A by Emiliano Santalucia Cover B by J. Scott Campbell Cover C by Earl Norem In stores the week of November 27th. The Concept: In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the onslaught of Skeletor and his evil forces. It's an epic tale of good versus evil, where there is new danger and suspense at every turn. The story we all loved from the 80's is reborn and relaunched for a new era. This Issue: Skeletor continues his struggle in obtaining the secrets of Castle Grayskull. However, new danger looms when a sinister plot is devised by other evil forces. And it all centers around an object in the possession of the least likely candidate. Will the heroic warriors of Eternia discover the truth before the forces of evil hatch their plans? Cover price $5.95.

Masters of the Universe Lot of 3

Issues 1N, 2N, 3N of Masters of the Universe (1982 DC). Most will grade in the VG/FN to FN range.

Masters of the Universe The Motion Picture (1987) 1N VG+ 4.5

Newsstand Edition. Masters of the Universe: The Motion Picture - Written by Ralph Macchio (adaptation), David Odell (uncredited, original screenplay) and Stephen Tolkin (uncredited, original screenplay). Art by George Tuska and Art Nichols. Cover by Mike Zeck and Dennis Janke. Adaptation of the live-action 1987 film. Based on the toy line from Mattel and the animated television series produced by Filmation (1983-85). He-Man comes to Earth seeking a Cosmic Key that controls the power of the universe, stolen by cosmic villain Skeletor. Two teenagers become involved in this fantasy-adventure. Characters in this issue: He-Man; Teela; Skeletor; Man-at-Arms; Gwildor; Julie Winston; Kevin; Detective Lubic; Beastman; Karg; Blade; Saurod; Sorceress; Carl; Charlie; Evil-Lyn. 48 pages, full color. Cover price $2.00.

Maxx (1993) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665283017

Cover art by Sam Kieth. Jungle Flowers Grown in Blood, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Julie escapes; Gone and Maxx fight in the Outback, which is slightly explained. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4669662011

Cover art by Sam Kieth. Jungle Flowers Grown in Blood, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Julie escapes; Gone and Maxx fight in the Outback, which is slightly explained. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4669662012

Cover art by Sam Kieth. The Crappon In the Hat, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth (1-5, 18-23) and Dave Feiss (6-17), inks by Sam Kieth, Jim Sinclair (finishes) (1-5,18-23), and Dave Feiss (6-17); Maxx falls asleep watching Saturday morning cartoons and ends up in a Dr. Seuss story. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 7 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4669662013

Cover art by Sam Kieth. The Pitt, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); While Maxx battles the Pitt, Sarah talks to a lump of clay. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 33 VG+ 4.5

Written by Sam Kieth. Art by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair. Cover by Sam Kieth. Untitled story; Dude Japan and Mickey (from Friends of Maxx #1) are in the clutches of Uncle Freddie and his strange cult of followers; Is Uncle Freddie out to destroy them, or is he there to make them deal with what happened at that party 10 years ago? This is an extremely odd stand-alone story. 36 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Mayhem (1989 Dark Horse) 1 FN+ 6.5

Cover by Chris Warner. This new series is guaranteed to live up to its title! Each issue contains 3 twelve-page, action-packed stories of Mayhem! John Arcudi and Doug Mahnke (the team from Dark Horse Presents' Homicide) create strange, violent new tales of The Mask; new writer Tim Eldred and artists Harrison Fong and Robert Caracol carry the cast of Mecha into all-out war; and Jerry Prosser and new artist Wayne Tanaka continue the adventures of The Mark as he battles against the fascist regime of the Archon! B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Mediascene (1973 Supergraphics) 34 VF- 7.5

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Jim Steranko's fine zine covering popular entertainment. Tabloid newspaper format (all issues come folded) but on good quality white paper stock. Science fiction preview. Meteor, Buck Rogers movie, art of Joseph Clement Coll, The Shape of Things to Come, Fairies by Alan Lee and Brian Froud, Time After Time. Comics news. 36 pages in two sections; partial color. Cover price $1.75.

Mediascene (1973 Supergraphics) 36 FN/VF 7.0

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Jim Steranko's fine zine covering popular entertainment. Tabloid newspaper format (all issues come folded) but on good quality white paper stock. Ray Bradbury's Martian Chronicles TV mini-series; Alfred Bester interview (The Stars My Destination), Buck Rogers art of William Stout; Moonraker; and more. Jim Steranko cover. Cover price $1.75.

Mega Man Fully Charged (2020 Boom) 3C CGC 9.8 Jonboy Variant

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Meyers Variant Cover.

Label #4639309021

Written by AJ Marchisello. Art by Stefano Simeone. Cover by Jonboy. Meyers Mega Man fears he is not strong enough to protect Silicon City after he learns of a plot for a new robot uprising led by Skull Man and a shocking ally! But can Mega Man trust Dr. Wily's offer to make him the upgraded hero Silicon City needs? 24 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

Melvin Monster (1965-1969 Dell) 1 FN- 5.5

Cover by John Stanley. Stories and art by John Stanley. The celebrated cartoonist behind Dell's Little Lulu and Nancy comics, John Stanley presents his own creation, a misunderstood young monster named Melvin. Melvin tries being a bad monster for his Mummy and Baddy, but there's just something different about Melvin. He tries to listen to his guardian demon, and avoid being eaten by the family's pet alligator. But when he ventures into Human Being Land, he sees that life isn't always monstrous. Like a Little Monster Shouldnt; Teachers Patsy; Human Being Land; A Home Away from Home; The Collector; Substitute Sled. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Men (1952-1982 Zenith Publishing Corp.) Magazine Vol. 16 #8 FR/GD 1.5

6" Cumulative spine split.

Volume 16, Issue 8 - August, 1967. Men's magazine. In this issue: Latest Gouge-the-Motorist Dodge; The Thrill Hunters; and 11-Medal Hero Bob Schweitzer - Cong-Blasting Ace of the G.I. "Tunnel Wolves." Plus $5.95 True Book Shocker: Tormented Women of America's Hellhole Prison. And Suspense Booklength: Blood Money 'Virgin.' "Sure to be Hollywood's film scorcher of 1967" - Movie World 8.25" x 11", 100 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.40.

Men in Black Special Edition (1997 Marvel) 1A VF+ 8.5

American Entertainment/Marvel Exclusive reprint of the first Men in Black comic (Men in Black (1990 1st Series Aircel) #1) published around the time of the Men in Black film release. "Initiation" written by Lowell Cunningham with art by Sandy Carruthers. B&W, 24 pages, standard paper stock.

Men in Black Special Edition (1997 Marvel) 1WIZ.SIGNED FN+ 6.5

Signed by Lowell Cunningham (Creator & Writer). Includes Wizard Entertainment Certificate of Authenticity. American Entertainment/Marvel Exclusive reprint of the first Men in Black comic (Men in Black (1990 1st Series Aircel) #1) published around the time of the Men in Black film release. "Initiation" written by Lowell Cunningham with art by Sandy Carruthers. B&W, 24 pages, standard paper stock.

Merc Magazine Monster Summer Special (2023 Merc Publishing) 1A.C NM- 9.2

"Retail" Topless Cover by Narcelio Sousa and Ezequiel Dominguez. Born of Blood - Written by Aaron Sparrow, art by Victor Serra. Katfight - Written by Joe Corallo, art by Rafael Dantas Gomes. 32 pages, full color, adults only.

Mercy Sparx Sweet 16 (2025 Devil's Due) 1GTFO.B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

GTFO Edition B.

Label #4665246011

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Topless "GTFO" Edition Variant Cover by Tim Seeley. Story by Josh Blaylock. Art by Matt Merhoff. A Kickstarter Exclusive Reprint of Mercy Sparx (2008) #0 and #1.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 GD+ 2.5

Centerfold detached.

3rd appearance of Metamorpho. Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Attack of the Atomic Avenger, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho stops a bizarre bank robbery and saves a busload of kids. Kurt Vornak breaks into Simon Stagg's mansion. Binky Shows "How to Make New Friends! public service announcement, art by Bob Oksner. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 GD 2.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Color touch. Cover detached. Water damage.

3rd appearance of Metamorpho. Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Attack of the Atomic Avenger, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho stops a bizarre bank robbery and saves a busload of kids. Kurt Vornak breaks into Simon Stagg's mansion. Binky Shows "How to Make New Friends! public service announcement, art by Bob Oksner. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

miComet Summer (Japanese 2022 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667347002

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Japanese Doujinshi/ Fan Art Book. Cover by Motsunuki. Fan art book featuring Hololive characters. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer (Japanese 2022 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667698006

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Japanese Doujinshi/ Fan Art Book. Cover by Motsunuki. Fan art book featuring Hololive characters. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer (Japanese 2022 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667698005

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Japanese Doujinshi/ Fan Art Book. Cover by Motsunuki. Fan art book featuring Hololive characters. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer Second (Japanese 2023 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.9

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667698008

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Japanese Doujinshi/Fan Art book. Cover and Art by Motsunuki. An unofficial fan art book featuring illustrations of Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei from the "Hololive" franchise. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer Second (Japanese 2023 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667698007

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Japanese Doujinshi/Fan Art book. Cover and Art by Motsunuki. An unofficial fan art book featuring illustrations of Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei from the "Hololive" franchise. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer Second (Japanese 2023 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan

Label #4667347001

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Japanese Doujinshi/Fan Art book. Cover and Art by Motsunuki. An unofficial fan art book featuring illustrations of Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei from the "Hololive" franchise. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer Third (Japanese 2024 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667698022

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Japanese Doujinshi/ Fan Art Book. Cover and Art by Motsunuki. Fan Art book featuring the Hololive characters, Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei. Japanese Language.

miComet Summer Third (Japanese 2024 Motsunuki Hormone) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4667346025

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Japanese Doujinshi/ Fan Art Book. Cover and Art by Motsunuki. Fan Art book featuring the Hololive characters, Sakura Miko and Hoshimachi Suisei. Japanese Language.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #22-0BFAF3D-006

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.