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Red Sonja (1977 1st Marvel Series) 1 FN+ 6.5

Cover by Frank Thorne. The Blood of the Unicorn, script by Ed Summer, Roy Thomas, and Clara Noto, art by Frank Thorne; While wandering the forests of Argos, Red Sonja witnesses a warlord named Andar of Bezfarda attacking a unicorn; He cuts off the unicorn's horn in the hopes of obtaining its mystical properties; Red Sonja leaps down and liberates the unicorn from its attackers; She rides off with it, and both rider and mount develop a close bond. The Hulk stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Green Thumb." 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Red Sonja (1977 1st Marvel Series) 2 FN/VF 7.0

Cover by Frank Thorne. The Demon of the Maze, script by Roy Thomas and Clara Noto, art by Frank Thorne; Red Sonja comes to the port city of Venzia in the kingdom of Argos; After witnessing two sailing vessels crashing into one another, she rescues a young woman from a couple of street brigands; Moments later, a mute thug clobbers Sonja across the back of the head and brings her to the dungeon of a mage known as the Hidden One; When Sonja awakens, she finds herself trapped in a strange maze of mirrors and illusions. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Champ." 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Red Sonja (2005 Dynamite) 13GRAHAMCRACKER CGC 9.4 Graham Cracker Variant

Paper: White

"Nude" Edition.

Label #4632438021

Graham Crackers Exclusive Mel Rubi Semi-Nude Variant. Lots of nude women obscured by mist Limited to 2,000. By Michael Avon Oeming & Mel Rubi. After the incredible final page of Red Sonja #12, the She-Devil with a Sword hurtles towards her confrontation with the ultimate evil of the Hyborean Age as our most exciting story arc continues! Writer Michael Avon Oeming and artist Mel Rubi are joined by a special guest artist (supplying a special glimpse into Sonja's past) and cover artists Frank (Shanna/New Avengers) Cho, Mel Rubi and Billy (Uncanny X-Men) Tab! 32pgs, FC.

Red Sonja (2005 Dynamite) 50A CGC 9.8 Linsner

Paper: White

Label #4618282001

Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner. A special anniversary issue because YOU demanded it! When Dynamite made the move to the Queen Sonja series, fans were left without their 50th anniversary issue! No More! In the vein of Marvel's Thor #600 and Amazing Spider-Man #600 - featuring 100 pages of story and art, including new stories from Arvid Nelson, Kevin McCarthy, Raven Gregory as well as reprinting classic stories by Roy Thomas and all! Featuring a forward by Red Sonja writer Mike Carey! Cover price $4.99.

Red Sonja (2023 Dynamite) 1ZO CGC 9.6 SS Frison

Paper: White

Signed by Jenny Frison on 10/10/23 Variant Cover ZO

Label #4325081001

Limited Edition Virgin Cover by Jenny Frison. Written by Torunn Gronbekk. Art by Walter Geovani. Following directly from the pages of Red Sonja #0, the She-Devil finds herself on the run, framed for murder, and with an unseen force tugging at the back of her mind. Join Sonja as she races to unravel the mystery of 'His Master's Voice!' Written By Torunn Grønbekk and featuring art by Red Sonja superstar Walter Geovani (with colors by Omi Remalante, Jr.), this brand-new series dives deep into Sonja's world, exploring the darkness of Hyboria like never before. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $50.00.

Red Sonja Birth of the She Devil (2019 Dynamite) 1COMICMINT CGC 9.8 Comic Mint Virgin Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover M.

Label #2057273011

Written by Luke Lieberman. Art by Sergio Davila. An early tale of the She-Devil! Explore the early years of the wild and untamed Sonja the Red, before she because the scourge of Hyboria - Red Sonja! Retaining her trademark armor and flame-filled hair - and temper, writer Luke Liberman (Red Sonja: Doom of the Gods) and artist Sergio Davila (Conan) deliver high adventure and horror as they introduce the demon conqueror Raka and his devil's brew, which turns men against their fellow men (and everyone in their way!). Also featuring the return of Sonja's early mentor, Ozzyus! Look for a trio of incredible covers: Master Painter Lucio Parillo, interior artist Sergio Davila and the return of cosplaying favorite, Shannon Kingston! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Red Sonja Birth of the She Devil (2019 Dynamite) 1FRANKIES.A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Cover K.

Label #2054113011

Frankie's Comics exclusive variant by Jee Hyung Lee. Written by Luke Lieberman. Art by Sergio Davila. An early tale of the She-Devil! Explore the early years of the wild and untamed Sonja the Red, before she because the scourge of Hyboria - Red Sonja! Retaining her trademark armor and flame-filled hair - and temper, writer Luke Liberman (Red Sonja: Doom of the Gods) and artist Sergio Davila (Conan) deliver high adventure and horror as they introduce the demon conqueror Raka and his devil's brew, which turns men against their fellow men (and everyone in their way!). Also featuring the return of Sonja's early mentor, Ozzyus! Look for a trio of incredible covers: Master Painter Lucio Parillo, interior artist Sergio Davila and the return of cosplaying favorite, Shannon Kingston! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Red Sonja Death and the Devil (2024 Dynamite) 2J CGC 9.8 Moritat Virgin 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover J.

Label #4667701025

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Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Luke Lieberman. Art by Alberto Locatelli. Cover by Moritat. After interrupting a sacrifice to the serpent god Set and interrogating one of its recalcitrant priests, Sonja is one step closer to finding the late Sultan of Turan's last surviving offspring, Ashim the key to the She-Devil's plan to staunch the chaos that her regicide inadvertently unleashed across the kingdom. But locating the bastard prince isn't going to be easy. Ashim has been snatched up by the Sons of Set, who are busy indoctrinating him to serve as a mouthpiece for their rapidly expanding cult. Sonja needs help and conveniently enough, assistance happens to be close at hand in the form of the sinister mercenary Bloodless. They both want to find the prince, so why not form an alliance? After all, if you can't trust a deathly pale stranger covered in tattoos and bone-handled knives, who can you trust? Author LUKE LIEBERMAN (Red Sonja: Birth of the She-Devil) and artist ALBERTO LOCATELLI (Vampirella: Dead Flowers) deepen their tale of power, oppression, and unlikely redemption in Red Sonja: Death and the Devil #2, enhanced by covers from JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER, CELINA, MORITAT, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Red Sonja Death and the Devil (2024 Dynamite) 3J CGC 9.8 Moritat Virgin 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover J.

Label #4667700001

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Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Luke Lieberman. Art by Alberto Locatelli. Cover by Moritat. The quest to rescue the kidnapped Prince continues for the scarlet warrior, Red Sonja, and her new companion, the mysterious Bloodless! Discover more about Bloodless' backstory, what dark past has lead this character to be who they are today, including their odd ability to speak to the dead. Get tangled in the tale of the Prince, and see what the Sons of Set have planned for him, as well as for the rest of the land. This is not an idle story, for the redheaded devil's blade cannot be quenched without danger and deception to interrupt her quest! Quench your own thirst for action and adventure with the continuation of Luke Leiberman's Red Sonja, masterfully drawn by Alverto Locatelli, featuring cover artists such as Joseph Michael Linsner, Celina and Moritat! See the full breath of this tale come to life in issue 3 of series, coming this November! ALL COVERS CARDSTOCK 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Red Sonja Noir (2025 Dynamite) 1E CGC 9.8 Virgin Variant

Paper: White

Premium Metal Edition E.

Label #4640413015

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Metal Edition Virgin Cover by Lesley "Leirix" Li. Written by David Avallone. Art by Edu Menna. The crimson-maned warrior of song and legend muscles her way into trouble once more in this all-new tale of hard-boiled Hyboria! When her mercenary partner is murdered, Sonja is drawn into a feverish hunt for a priceless artifact known as the Crimson Calypso. The She-Devil with a Sword is out for revenge-but first she's got to slice her way through a web of deception and violence, waging a war of both weapons and wits against a pitiless and implacable foe. 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $100.00.

Red Sonja The Superpowers (2021 Dynamite) 1A CGC 9.6 Parrillo

Paper: White

Label #4665284003

Written by Dan Abnett. Art by Jonathan Lau. Cover by Lucio Parrillo. FIRST STUNNING ISSUE! The She-Devil With A Sword has battled barbarians, scuffled with sorcerers, and mananged magical creatures of all sizes. But when a collective of superheroes from THE PROJECT enter her world, will Sonja know how to adjust to their foreign ways, before they all kill each other? 32 pages, full color. Teen+ Cover price $3.99.

Red Sonja vs. Thulsa Doom (2006) 2C CGC 9.4

Paper: White

"Virgin" Edition.

Label #4150192007

Will Conrad "Virgin" Cover - by Peter David, Luke Lieberman, Will Conrad & Gabriele Dell'otto. In this issue, Sonja is wary of this dark handsome stranger, their uneasy allaince is tested when Thulsa interrupts Sonja bathing. A leader emerges from among Doom's men and leads his forces towards the capital.

Red Tornado (1985 DC) 2N CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4628214015

Newsstand Edition. Superman beats Reddy to pieces, and the Construct makes his big move in "Shattered!" Written by Kurt Busiek, with art and cover by Carmine Infantino and Frank McLaughlin. Cover price $0.75.

Reflections Print by Budd Root

Signed by the artist. Print on heavy stock. 11" x 17".

Reggie (1950 Archie) 2 CGC 7.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #0005075009

Cover art by George Frese. "Patch As Patch Can," pencils by George Frese; Reggie tricks Archie, so that Betty can sew her patch on him for the Patch Hop, and he can then get Veronica to sew it on his; But Jughead and Archie team up to trick Reggie back and he ends up with Ophelia Krutzenhaber-Schnopper--NOT someone he wanted to go with! Super Duck ad. Archie ad. "Stag Shag Drag"; Archie talks Reggie into giving Jughead a haircut for the 'Stag Shag' Dance, so that's he's presentable and girls will ask him to dance; When they accidentally shave off all of his hair, With a wig, new clothes, and dancing lessons from Archie, Jughead ends up dancing with Veronica, leaving Reggie and Archie empty handed. "The Show Off" public service announcement; Reggie shows off his trick bicycle riding and gets into an accident. "To Be or Not To Be," pencils by George Frese; Reggie tries to stop playing practical jokes on people. "Time Out," pencils by George Frese; Reggie tries to get a date with Veronica for the big dance. "Archie, That Dog!"; Veronica has had a fight with Archie and now Reggie is her only man. "The Wrong Dope," pencils by George Frese; Reggie plays a prank on a guy asking for directions to the school. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Remarqued Autograph Sketchbook Page by Alex Saviuk

Ink on sketchbook paper. 8" x 5 3/4".

Remarqued Autograph Sketchbook Page by Billy Tan

Ink on sketchbook paper. 8" x 5 3/4".

Remarqued Autograph Sketchbook Page by Gail Simone

Ink on sketchbook paper. 5 1/4" x 8 1/2".

Remarqued Autograph Sketchbook Page by Gary Barker

Ink on sketchbook paper. 8" x 5 3/4".

Remarqued Autograph Sketchbook Page by Tom DeFalco

Ink on sketchbook paper. 8" x 5 3/4".

Return of Wolverine (2018 Marvel) 1V NM 9.4 McNiven Weapon X Virgin 1:600 Variant

Limited 1 for 600 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Charles Soule. Art and Cover by Steve McNiven. HE'S BACK, BUB. 40 pages, full color. Parental Advisory Cover price $4.99.

Revival (2012 Image) 1A CGC 9.8 Frison 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4616981014

Cover by Jenny Frison (W) Tim Seeley (A) Mike Norton For one day in rural central Wisconsin, the dead came back to life. Now it's up to Officer Dana Cypress to deal with the media scrutiny, religious zealots, and government quarantine that has come with them. In a town where the living have to learn to deal with those who are supposed to be dead, Officer Cypress must solve a brutal murder, and everyone, alive or undead, is a suspect. A beautiful 'farm noir' that puts a new twist on the zombie genre, created by NYT Bestselling author TIM SEELEY and acclaimed artist MIKE NORTON. Cover price $2.99.

Richard Dragon Kung Fu Fighter (1975) 1 FN 6.0

Cover art by Dick Giordano. Coming of a Dragon! starring Richard Dragon, Kung Fu Fighter (1st appearance), O-Sensei, Benjamin Turner (intro, later becomes the Bronze Tiger), script by Jim Dennis, art by Leopoldo Duranona; martial arts action based on the novel, Dragon's Fists. 32 pgs. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Rick and Morty (2015 Oni Press) 1BLANK CGC 9.8 Hill Blank Variant

Paper: White

Sketch Edition.

Label #4031897005

Sketch Variant Cover. Written by Zac Gorman. Art by CJ Cannon. Cover by Ryan Hill. Join degenerate superscientist Rick Sanchez as he embarks on all-new insane adventures with his awkward grandson Morty, his teenage granddaughter Summer, his veterinary surgeon daughter Beth, and his hapless son-in-law Jerry. In this issue: Part One of 'The Wubba Lubba Dub Dub of Wall Street'! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Ripley's Believe It or Not (1965 Gold Key) 10-15C GD

Painted cover art. Death Comes Riding, art by Luis Dominguez; a car crashes into a truck on a lonely road. The Ballerina's Last Dance text story, art by Joe Certa. Phantom Hands of Vengeance, art by Sam Citron. The Ghost Warriors. The Crystal Skull of Doom, art by Joe Certa. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Rise of Ultraman #2B Cover Print by Art Adams

Signed by the artist. High quality print on heavy stock. 13" x 19".

Rob Liefeld Ashcan Signed Lot of 3

Ashcans of Bloodstrike (1993) 2, Youngblood (1992 1st Series) 1, and Brigade (1993 2nd Series) 2 signed by Rob Liefeld. No autograph certification is included. Most will grade in the FN to VF range.

Robert Alphonso Taft Story (1949) 1949 NM- 9.2

Robert Alphonso Taft Story (1949) is a promotional comic book. It is political giveaway comic sponsored by the United Labor League of Ohio and their candidate, Joe Ferguson. This promo was done in order to discredit Senator Taft in his 1950 Ohio re-election bid. The tone is distinctly pro-union. 10c cover price. Cover price $0.10.

Robin and Batman (2022 DC) 1C CGC 9.8 Albuquerque 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Albuquerque Variant Cover.

Label #3981711018

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Jeff Lemire. Art by Dustin Nguyen. Cover by Rafael Albuquerque. The legendary story of Batman and Robin has reached nearly mythic proportions: the crime-fighting Dynamic Duo, always one step ahead of the criminals they pursue and never meeting a case too big. This isnt that story. This is the story of a young Dick Grayson, newly orphaned, struggling to find his way in a strange, difficult, dark new world…This is the story of Robin and Batman. The bestselling creative team behind the Eisner-winning Descender, Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen, reunite in Gotham City to tell the story of a remarkable young man learning to navigate an incredible new world! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $5.99.

Robocop (1990 Marvel) 4 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609375014

Cover by Lee Sullivan and Kim DeMulder. Dead Man's Dreams, script by Alan Grant, art by Lee Sullivan and Kim DeMulder; RoboCop infiltrates Cybexs base of operation but is ambushed by his own cyborg creations in the form of a mechanized gorilla and a smaller monkey; Cybex studies the captured RoboCop, learning what he can to build his own loyal army of cyborgs; With Nixcos president being one of the men whose dreams were stolen from the Dreamerama, Nixco sends an assassin (the kidnapped criminal witness from issue two, now under mind control) to take out Cybex. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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.

Robotech (1997) 9 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4609507017

Variants, Part 2. Stories by Ted Nomura and Jochen Weltjens. Art by Ted Nomura and Jochen Weltjens. Cover by Joseph Wight. Antarctics English-language manga team presents new stories based on the beloved anime series. Officer Lisa Hayes explores the alternate time-line where Admiral Fokker now commands the SDF-1 and things have gone horribly wrong. Plus a back-up story set in the Robotech-verse by artist Jochen Weltjens. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.95.

Rock N Roll Comics (1989 1st Printing) 48 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4609507021

Queen redefines the sound of rock with influential hits like We Will Rock You. Written by Jay Allen Sanford, with art by Blackwell. Black and white; 32 pages. Cover by Scott Jackson. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.50.

Rocketeer Special Edition (1984 Eclipse) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #4457084008

Cover, story and art by Dave Stevens. "Chapter 5" 20 pages. Part 5 of 8. Story continues from Pacific Presents #2. Cliff Secord teams up with the inventor of his jet pack to stop enemy agents from stealing "The Locust", an experimental plane. If he survives, he will still have to escape the inventor and his agents if he wants to prevent Betty from flying to Europe with slimy photographer Marco. Story continues in Rocketeer Adventure Magazine #1. Issue includes pin ups by Gray Morrow, Doug Wildey, Murphy Anderson, George Freeman, William Stout, Russ Heath, Al Williamson, Bruce Jones and Mike Kaluta. 32 pages. Full color. Cover price $1.50.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 1N VF 8.0

Newsstand Edition. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. Frank Miller cover. Deep in space two centuries ago a decisive battle between the forces of good and evil was fought. The brave Spaceknights of Galador defeated the evil sorcery and super-science of the Dire Wraiths and scattered them to the furthest reaches of the galaxy. Now in present day their eternal struggle has spilled over to Earth. Rom, greatest of the Spaceknights, has arrived in Clairton, a small West Virginia town. Frightened by the arrival of a 7' alien, the people of Clairton have called in the National Guard. Can Rom convince those he came to save that the true enemy resides in their very ranks? 32 pages. Cover price $0.40.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 13 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-005

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. After his battle with Jack of Hearts, Rom washes up to shore battered and suffering from amnesia. After befriending the young girl, Talley, Rom and his new found friend soon discover that evil lurks within the sea cave in which they explore. Can Rom regain his memories in time to stop the Plunderer (last seen in Fantastic Four #191) and his pirates from fulfilling their malevolent plans? Plus, a back-up story featuring Rom and the Spaceknights of Galador. 32 pages. Cover price $0.50.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 30D CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-006

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Direct Edition. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Rom bestows Torpedo with the ability to spot the shape-shifting Dire Wraiths. As Wraith activity escalates, a new threat arrives in the form of the Metal Master (last seen in Incredible Hulk #6) and his mechanical monstrosities. This encounter leaves Rom wondering if he will ever meat this Hulk he keeps hearing about. Flashback cameo appearance by the Incredible Hulk. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 32 CBCS 7.0

Paper: White

Label #22-2D0A2F1-007

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By Bill Mantlo, Sal Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Rom stands against the united might of Hybrid and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. But, when the mutant known as Rogue turns her ability absorbing powers on the gallant Spaceknight, his innate nobility awakens a goodness within her that she did not realize she had (perhaps leading her to seek out membership with the Uncanny X-Men). 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 34D CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-008

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Direct Edition. Guest starring Prince Namor, the mighty Sub-Mariner. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema. Rom and Sybil have each lost much in the conflict with the Dire Wraiths. He, his humanity and homeworld and she, her parents and childhood. While, in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean the Savage Sub-Mariner soon learns that there is no where safe from the influence of the evil Dire Wraiths. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 54 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-24971B9-025

Guest-starring Rick Jones, Nick Fury, and Dr. Strange. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema, Mel Candido, and Kelly Jones. As Rom educates the military on the horrors of the Dire Wraiths, professional sidekick Rick Jones takes up residence at a hospital to have tests done. However, this house of medicine has also drawn the evil of Wraithkind to its doorstep. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 58 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #22-2D0A2F1-012

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Guest-starring Ant-Man and Alpha Flight. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Sal Buscema and Mel Candido. In the aftermath of last issue's devastating events the diminutive Avenger Ant-Man arrives to give our Spaceknights a helping hand. Using his Pym-Particles, Ant-Man, Rom, and Starshine shrink down and enter the bowels of the earth seeking answers. What they find would give pause to even the bravest of heroes. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 59D CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-013

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Direct Edition. Guest-starring Ant-Man. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko (legendary Spider-Man artist) and Bob Layton. As Ant-Man and the military try to stay alive amidst a swarm of mutated insects, Rom and Starshine venture into the sub-atomic realm in search of the source that has caused the insects transformation. Also, Starshine learns a valuable of lesson in mercy. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 60 CBCS 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-014

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and Tom Palmer. Rom, Starshine, and Rick Jones come upon a massacre where the sole survivor is a little girl whose mother saved her life at the expense of her own. But not before the girl absorbed the horrible memories of the Wraith who attacked her. Now, she must live with the horrible truth of what these evil beings have in store for mankind. Plus, the events of Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) #349 spill over into this very issue. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 61 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-015

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and Jackson Guice. Continued from Rom Annual #3. Rom confronts a vast flock of Wraiths in the form Deathwings in "The Beginning of the End of the World!" Plus, government Agent Henry Gyrich, oft nemesis of the Avengers and X-Men, arrives to tell the military and Rom that there is a man who has successfully duplicated Rom's most powerful weapon, the Neutralizer. That man's name is Forge. 32 Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 62 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-016

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Guest-starring Forge. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko, Ian Akin, and Brian Garvey. Cover by Mike Zeck. As Forge remembers the attempt on his life by the alien Dire Wraiths (which took place in Uncanny X-Men (1963) #187-188), he struggles with the decision to help the very government that persecutes mutant-kind and would use his inventions to keep the super-hero community under its thumb. But after witnessing the true horror of the Dire Wraiths, Forge reassures Rom that he has a new and powerful ally. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 63 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-017

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Guest-starring Forge. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and Brett Breeding. Under the guidance of Forge, the man with the mutant ability to invent and build anything, Rom and the united governments of the world begin construction of an Orbiting Global Neutralizer. However, the shape-shifting Dire Wraiths are revealed to be within their ranks. The sinister aliens attempt to sabotage the efforts of our heroes. 32 pages. Cover price $0.60.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 68 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-019

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and Brett Breeding. Rom becomes caught in the middle of two warring factions. Humans on one side and machines on the other with neither willing to give an inch. Rom, being a cyborg, is trapped between man and machine...which side will he choose? 32 pages. Cover price $0.65.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 69 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-020

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and P. Craig Russell. Rom lands on a strange and extraordinary planet, the like of which he has never seen before. As he ventures into the bowels of the earth he finds Spaceknights and Dire Wraiths alike being held within. Rom must confront the one foe even mighty Galactus could not defeat, Ego the Living Planet. 32 pages. Cover price $0.65.

ROM (1979 Marvel) 70 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-021

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Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and Kim DeMulder. Reunited with his Spaceknight comrades Seeker and Skera the Scanner, Rom lands on a harsh and dangerous swamp covered planet in search of yet another missing Spaceknight. The trio soon find hundreds of Dire Wraiths enslaved. What power in the universe could possibly hold sway over such terrible creatures? The answer will surprise you in "The Hidden God." 32 pages. Cover price $0.65.