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Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 54 GD 2.0

Centerfold detached with cover coming detached. Oxidation. Chew.

Stories and art by Otto Binder, Jack Sparling, Charlie Tomsey, Dick MacKay and Al Carreno. Fawcett's showcase for comics covers the humor, Western, adventure and superhero genres, featuring Captain Marvel Jr., Bulletman and Bulletgirl. Sivana's latest invention causes Captain Marvel, Jr. to disappear. "International policeman" Radar investigates trouble on the Russo-Chinese border. Private "dick" (detective) Richard Richard investigates a mummy case, in a humorous story by Dick MacKay. Radar; Nyoka, the Jungle Girl: The Sinister Snake; Richard Richard, Private Dick; Bulletman: Leave Us Face It; Hoodoo Hannigan, Ch. XXVI: Life of the Hunted; Captain Marvel, Jr. Disappears. 40 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 59 GD+ 2.5

3.5" cumulative spine split. Cover coming detached at both staples. Oxidation.

Stories and art by Otto Binder, Jack Sparling, and Al Carreno. Fawcett's showcase for comics covers the humor, Western, adventure and superhero genres, featuring Captain Marvel Jr., Bulletman and Bulletgirl. Captain Marvel, Jr. meets the Upside Downies, who walk on their hands and eat with their feet. "International policeman" Radar battles a rival "international police" organization in the African nation of Liberia. A luggage mix-up puts the Terrible Tiara in the bag of Nyoka, the Jungle Girl, but gangsters want it too. Radar: The World Gauleiters; Nyoka, the Jungle Girl: The Adventure of the Terrible Tiara; Bulletman: The Animal Secret; Sam the Sheriff; Hoodoo Hannigan, Ch. 31; Captain Marvel, Jr.: The Upside Downies. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 84 VG- 3.5

Water damage.

Cover by Bud Thompson. Stories and art by Bud Thompson and Howard Boughner. Fawcett's showcase for comics covers the humor, Western, adventure and superhero genres, featuring Captain Marvel Jr., Bulletman and Bulletgirl. Sivana Jr's latest invention is a "human magnet" that draws Capt. Marvel Jr. irresistibly into the mad scientist's grasp. Nyoka sets out to capture wild animals for a circus act, but someone doesn't want the circus to succeed, and sabotages her traps. Bulletman and Bulletgirl investigate after a Hollywood actress is murdered on stage during a film premiere. Plus a plethora of vintage comics-format ads, including a hair-cream ad featuring detective Sam Spade, and a Tootsie Roll ad, Captain Tootsie's Radar Rescue, with art by Shazam co-creator CC Beck. Capt. Marvel Jr.: The Human Magnet; Trader Tom; Lumber Jack; Nyoka: Bring 'Em Back Alive; Bulletman: The Hollywood Murder; Vacuum Bloobstutter's Goofy Golf; Whipper-Snappers; Colonel Corn and Korny Kobb: Poor Fish; Radar: The Food Train Menace. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 97 GD/VG 3.0

Cover detached at one staple. Interior tearing. Tape on interior cover.

Cover art by Kurt Schaffenberger. The Doubting Thomas Doubter, art by Kurt Schaffenberger; Thomas Doubter temporarily gains Captain Marvel, Jr.'s powers. Wheaties comic-style ad wioth Vern Stephens. Nature's Murderer! starring Nyoka the Jungle Girl; After the death of his father, young Steve Hagen inherits the entire estate, overseen in trust by his Uncle Michael; However, greedy Michael suggests to the lad that a hunting trip in the jungle would be just the thing to lift the boy's spirits, the Uncle believing that "accidents" do happen in the jungle. The Babe Ruth Story Tootsie Roll ad with Captain Tootsie, art by C. C. Beck. Dressed to Kill! starring Bulletman, art by Bill Ward. Employment Escapade starring Colonel Corn and Korny Kobb. Suspected starring Tom Mix, pencils by Carl Pfeufer, inks by John Jordan. Two Comix Cards featuring Monte Hale. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 102 VG+ 4.5

Cover art by Kurt Schaffenberger. The Plague of the Locusts starring Captain Marvel, Jr., art by Kurt Schaffenberger. Two Comix Cards featuring Captain Marvel, Jr. Sportsmen starring Colonel Corn and Korny Kobb. The Jealous Jungle Companion starring Nyoka the Jungle Girl. The Strange Hostage, art by Bill Ward; Bulletman is forced by criminals to allow them to carry out their crimes so that Bulletgirl, who has been kidnapped, is not harmed. Safety First starring Bart and Art. The Justice Killer starring Tom Mix, pencils by Carl Pfeufer, inks by John Jordan; Tom Mix is visiting Judge Jody in his courtroom when the Judge sentences Big Bletcher to the gallows; Big Bletcher decides that if he has to die he is going to kill the judge also and tries to strangle him to death. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 123 VG 4.0

Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger. Stories and art by Bill Ward and others. Master Comics was one of the cornerstones of the Fawcett lineup during the 1940s. Overstreet notes a "lower print run" for this issue. When a canny crook steals the winged shoes of Mercury himself, Captain Marvel, Jr. must track him down and get them back, or Mercury can't return to Olympus. Nyoka discovers that bad guys are using a tropical island to store their ammunition. Ozzie takes up bowling, but he's not that great at the aiming part. Capt. Marvel Jr.: The Flying Desperado; Muscle Hedd; Nyoka the Jungle Girl: Ammunition Isle; Ozzie: The Briny Deep; Vacuum Bloobstutter: Gooney Bird. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 124 GD/VG 3.0

Water damage.

Cover art by Kurt Schaffenberger. The Light That Failed, art by Bill Ward; Captain Marvel, Jr. starring Mancat. Bushwhacked, pencils by Carl Pfeufer, inks by John Jordan; Someone is stealing horses one at a time and Tom Mix thinks that Husky and Gingo are behind it; While out trying to find out what is going on, Tony is stolen and Tom left knocked out; Husky and Gingo find him and decide to get payback for Tom putting them in jail. The Knights of the Jungle starring Nyoka the Jungle Girl. Maddening Mystery text story by Rod Reed. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Comics (1940 Fawcett) 129 VG 4.0

Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger. Stories and art by Carl Pfeufer and John Jordan. Master Comics was one of the cornerstones of the Fawcett lineup during the 1940s. Captain Marvel Jr. encounters a race of mer-people, who, in grand comics tradition, wish to stay hidden from the surface world. Jungle queen Nyoka is captured by a pygmy tribe that hates outsiders, ever since their chief's ritual diamond necklace was stolen by an explorer. Western hero Tom Mix warns a rancher to move his herds out of the path of a flood, but the rancher has a hidden agenda. Captain Marvel Jr. and The Underwater Mountain Mystery; Willer the Driller: A Vacuum Bloobstutter Story; Ozzie: The Hot Rod Race of the Century; Nyoka, the Jungle Girl and the String of Pygmies; Muscle Hedd: A Big Creep!; Tom Mix: The Storm of Death. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Master Mind of Mars HC (1929 Grosset & Dunlap) 1N-1ST VG 4.0

1st Grosset & Dunlap printing. Dust jacket not included. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Illustrated by J. Allen St. John. Hardcover, 5" x 7-1/2", B&W Text only, 312 pages.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 22 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4644275016

"A Fortune of Death!" Script by Doug Moench, pencils by Paul Gulacy, inks by Dan Adkins. When Shang Chi breaks open a fortune cookie he receives a message of death. And, before he knows it, the Master of Kung Fu is in for the fight of his life. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A. John Buscema cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 115N CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #3834751001

Newsstand Edition. "Deals!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Gene Day. Cover by Gene Day. Sir Denis Nayland has just gone broke. All his money, his castle, all wiped out. What hill Shang Chi's former employer do now? Plus, when the assassin Death-Dealer comes calling Shang Chi and his friends draw straws to see who will face down this deadly adversary. 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.

Master of Kung Fu Lot of 5

Issues 59, 60, 89, 91, 102 of Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel). Most will grade in the VG to FN range.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4521270005

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) 2D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4521270007

Direct Edition. "The Key to Castle Grayskull!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Klaus Janson. The evil warlock Skeletor has taken the beautiful Goddess prisoner. Now, in order to save their friend, He-Man and his mighty companion Battle-Cat find themselves embarking on a harrowing quest at the behest of their most hated enemy. They seek the legendary Power Sword, the most powerful weapon in the universe. But the ancient blade has been split and time is running out. Can our heroes survive the perils of the quest and triumph where so many before have perished? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 3D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4521270009

Direct Edition. 'Within These Walls…Armageddon!" Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. The mysterious cosmic being known as Zodac, Rider of the Spaceways, brings forth a warning. And thus the stage is set for the ultimate battle between good and evil. Its He-Man and his brave allies vs. Skeletor and his vile henchmen for the fate of not only Eternia, but the very cosmos as well. Who will be the Masters of the Universe?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Masters of the Universe (1986 Marvel/Star Comics) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609375006

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.

Matrix Comic Book Preview (1999) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4630917002

March 1999. This is the promotional comic originally intended to coincide with the release of the movie, however all copies were recalled due to objectionable content.

Maximum Carnage lot of 14

Issues 1D, 2 of Spider-Man Unlimited (1993 1st Series), issues 101, 102, 103 of Web of Spider-Man (1985 1st Series), issues 378, 379N, 380N of Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series), issues 35, 36D, 37 of Spider-Man (1990 Marvel), issues 201, 202, 203 of Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series). Most will grade in the FN to VF range with #1D grading VG and #101 grading GD.

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) 6D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665283018

Direct Edition. Cover art by Sam Kieth. The Savage Dragon, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Julie and Sarah's Mom talk about violence in the media; Maxx battles Mako. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 7 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4665283019

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.

McBain (2014) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659540015

Created by Matt Groening. Written by Nathan Kade. Art by John Delaney. Cover by Jason Ho. You Only Die Once! Springfield's #1 box office draw finally gets top billing on the Simpsons One-Shot Wonders marquee! Many of you may know him as the muscle-bound strongman turned action star Rainier Wolfcastle, but the world (as if that wasn't enough) knows him simply by one name - McBain! Never Say One-Shot Again! 16 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Meet the Skrulls (2019 Marvel) 1A CGC 9.4 Martin

Paper: White

Label #4660189004

Written by Robbie Thompson. Art by Niko Henrichon. Cover by Marcos Martin. WHO DO YOU TRUST? The Warners are your typical family. Dad works at Stark. Mom works in a senator's office. Jennifer and Alice are students at Stamford High School. The only thing that makes them different is that they're shape-shifting Skrulls and have infiltrated our society to pave the way for a Skrull invasion. Robbie Thompson (SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL) and Niko Henrichon (DOCTOR STRANGE, Pride of Baghdad) bring the Marvel Universe down to earth with a bold new look at the Skrulls that will test even YOUR loyalty. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Megatropolis HC (2021 Rebellion/2000AD) From the Pages of Judge Dredd 1-1ST NM- 9.2

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1st printing.

Written by Kenneth Niemand. Art and cover by Dave Taylor. Introduction by Kenneth Niemand.

Experience the iconic city of Mega-City One as never before, in this visionary comic from Kenneth Niemand and Dave Taylor. In this radical reimagining of the world of Judge Dredd, join disgraced Officer Amy Jarra and Detective Joe 'choirboy' Rico as they navigate the crime-ridden underbelly of the glamorous Metropolis, attempting to solve the murder of undercover Detective Fisher. Transforming Mega-City One into an art deco cityscape, Niemand and Taylor spin a tale of futuristic noir with luscious art and jaw-dropping set pieces.

This over-sized hardcover collection includes a gallery of cover art and never seen before concept sketches.

Hardcover, 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $25.00.

Melts in Your Mouth, Not on Your Thigh Print by Budd Root

Signed by the artist. High quality print on heavy stock. 8 1/2" x 11"

Men in Action (1952 1st Series Atlas) 5 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4597191003

Men of War #1 (2011) Cover Print by Viktor Kalvachev

High quality print on heavy stock. 9" x 12".

Merc Magazine Monster Summer Special (2023 Merc Publishing) 1F.A VF 8.0

"Island" Edition Trade Dress Cover by Sebastian Gonzalez. 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.

Merc Magazine Monster Summer Special (2023 Merc Publishing) 1F.B NM- 9.2

"Island" Edition Nude Cover by Sebastian Gonzalez. 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.

Merc Magazine Monster Summer Special (2023 Merc Publishing) 1I.A FN/VF 7.0

"Pillow Talk" Edition Trade Dress Cover by Narcelo 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.

Merc Magazine Monster Summer Special (2023 Merc Publishing) 1I.B NM 9.4

"Pillow Talk" Edition Topless Cover by Narcelo 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 No More Angels Left to Fall (2023 Devil's Due) 1J FN/VF 7.0

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Kickstarter Exclusive Cover by Dan Mendoza. Written and Art by Josh Blaylock. No one has seen Mercy Sparx in FIVE YEARS, not even her closest friend and ally, Hank. In the act of saving Heaven and Earth, she inadvertently put herself out of a job. The power structure between the divine realms was completely restructured, and with that the need to hunt rogue angels was eliminated. Now, however, it appears that Heaven has a mission for her once again. 48 pages, full color. Rated M

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

Paper: White

GTFO Edition B.

Label #4640414012

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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.

Metal Hurlant Lot of 10

Issues 1, 3, 4, 6-10, 14, and 15 of Metal Hurlant (French 1975-1987 Humanoides Associes). Most will grade in the FN to VG range with #15 grading GD.

Metal Hurlant Lot of 9

Issues 1, 7, 8, and 10-15 of Metal Hurlant (French 1975-1987 Humanoides Associes). Most will grade in the FN to VG range.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 4 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4291033004

Cover pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Bracelet of Doomed Heroes!, script by Bob Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito; Tin is kidnapped by alien robots. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 36 CGC 7.5

Paper: Off white

Label #3898931008

Cover pencils by Mike Sekowsky, inks by Dick Giordano. The Cruel Clowns, script by Bob Kanigher, pencils by Mike Sekowsky, inks by George Roussos; the Metal Men battle the Cruel Clowns. Facts regarding Flash Point, Flash Spectrum, Flash Depresser and Flash Bulb. Extensive information regarding the golden age Green Lantern. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 38 CGC 7.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #0066124004

Cover pencils by Mike Sekowsky. Witch Hunt--1969!, script and pencils by Mike Sekowsky, inks by George Roussos; the Metal Men battle demons that were unleashed on the world by a coven of male witches. One-page Fact File # 8 covers the Spectre. Full-page ad for The Brave and the Bold # 84 with a cover by Neal Adams. 36 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.12.

Metal Men (1963 1st Series) 40 CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4226064004

Cover pencils by Mike Sekowsky. Destroy Doc Magnus, script and pencils by Mike Sekowsky, inks by George Roussos; robots attack the Metal Men when they parachute into Karnia; their mission is to prevent Doc and Karnak from building a robot army and taking over the world. 36 pgs. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4646437023

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 Lot of 9

Issues 4-8, 11, 14-16 of Metamorpho (1965 1st Series). Most will grade in the GD to VG+ range.

Mfkz (2021 Behemoth) 3A CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4629651007

Story, Art and Cover by Run. Angelino and Vinz get into a real Fast & Furious car chase with Bruce and his Men in Black. Our guys just realized that they are involved in something bigger than they thought. Besides, being in the middle of a gang war. They are now chased by a secret government division (only that). We wish our protagonists a nice day. 24 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Michael Korvac Sketch by Neil King

King makes excellent use of watercolors to give this mechanical menace a truly crazed feel. Pencil, ink, and watercolor on paper. Signed by the artist. 10 7/8" X 13 7/8".

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Michaelangelo (1985 Mirage Studios) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4660165023

Michaelangelo of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has a solo Christmas adventure, as he battles hoodlums who have hijacked a truck full of toys intended for an orphanage. Part of a series of one-shots featuring the Turtles in solo stories. Story and art by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Backup story featuring Gizmo; story and art by Michael Dooley. Black and white; 44 pages. Wraparound cover by Eastman. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Mickey Mantle (1991) 1U CGC 6.0 Unbagged Variant

Paper: White

Label #4660648014

(Baseball's Greatest Heroes #1). Painted cover art by Joe Orsak. "The Mickey Mantle Story," script by Tom Peyer, pencils by Joe Sinnott, inks by John Tartaglione; The story of the Mick's life from birth to the 1951 World Series. "Sibby Sisti Super-Sub," script by Terry Malloy, pencils by Joe Orsak, inks by Joe Sinnott; The story of the 1940s Boston Braves utility player, Sebastian 'Sibby' Sisti. Unbagged edition. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.75.

Mickey Mouse and the Desert Palace (1948 Whitman BLB) 1451 VG- 3.5

Mickey Mouse and the Desert Palace (1948 Whitman BLB) #1451

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #8 VG- 3.5

Mickey Mouse The Mail Pilot (1933 Whitman BLB) NN.SC PR 0.5

INCOMPLETE. Page missing, interrupts art and story.

Mickey Mouse the Mail Pilot (1933 Whitman BLB). Softcover Edition with no number on the spine or back cover. 3 3/8" x 4 1/8", 320 pages

Micronauts Lot of 10

Issues 24, 25, and 27-34 of Micronauts (1979 1st Series). Most will grade in the FN range with a few grading VF.