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ROM (1979 Marvel) 65 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-248D6B1-005

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Guest-starring everybody. Story by Bill Mantlo. Art by Steve Ditko and P. Craig Russell. The end is near. Nay, true-believer...the end is here. This is it...the Final Conflict. Rom is defeated and victory is within the grasp of the evil Dire Wraiths. However, one last thing stands in their way and total victory, the united governments of the Earth and oh yeah, all those pesky super-heroes Rom has spent the last 64 issues recruiting to his cause. Rom is joined by the Avengers, the West Coast Avengers, the X-Men, the Defenders, the Soviet Super-Soldiers and all of the heroes of the world in one last ultimate battle to rid the Earth of Wraithkind forever. It's all or nothing...there's no turning back now. The war and the fate of mankind is decided in this epic issue. 32 pages. Cover price $0.65.

Secret Avengers (2010 1st Series) 23B CBCS 9.8 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing

Label #17-0024E60-003

SECOND PRINTING The Descendants: Part 2 - Who are The Descendants? In this issue an Avenger will die to find out! JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH TO FIND THE ONE THEY CALL 'FATHER'! 32 PGS./Rated T+. (W) Rick Remender. (A) Gabriel Hardman. (CA) Arthur Adams. Cover price $3.99.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 54 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-054

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Infinity Gauntlet Crossover. "Cages!" Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. Story continued from Infinity Gauntlet #2. As the heroes of Earth marshal their forces for the coming battle with Thanos, the Silver Surfer must face the Rage of the Rhino! Story continues in Infinity Gauntlet #3. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Sub-Mariner (1968 1st Series) 35 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white

Label #4279776009

In this prelude to 1st Defenders story, "Confrontation!," Part 2 of 2 - Namor, the Hulk and the Silver Surfer team up to battle the Avengers in a storyline that hints that the three will be teaming up again. Story by Roy Thomas with Sal Buscema art and inks by Jim Mooney. Cover price $0.15.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 390 CBCS 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition

Label #23-3F9BF9F-014

War of Gods: Prelude - The Avengers guest star in "The Hero and the Hammer!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Brett Breeding; Thor arrives on Hydrobase, and learns of the many changes to the Avengers; Asgard is once again attacked by Seths legions, while Grog and more Demons of Death attack Thor and the Captain; During the battle, the Captain lifts Mjolnir and sends it back to Thors grasp; Thor then easily defeats Grog and the soldiers, sending them back through the gate. Brief appearances by Hogun, Fandrall, Volstagg, and Balder. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 314,440; average paid circulation 190,600. 36 pgs., full color.

NOTE: Steve Rogers lifts Thor's hammer for the 1st time.

Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny Avengers (2023 Marvel) 3B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Edition.

Label #4349417024

Written by Gerry Duggan. Art by Emilio Laiso. Cover by Nick Bradshaw. The Unity Squad faces off against the Mutant Liberation Front. Blood will be spilled, and one will fall - TO THEIR DEATH! Plus, Captain America's been hit with grenades, bullets and bombs, but somebody lobs something at Captain America that we've never seen before. 'Nuff said! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 191 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4021855024

"Raiders of the Lost Temple!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Avengers, the New Mutants, Doctor Strange, and Spider-Man. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. The X-Men, Avengers, and New Mutants must unite and defeat some of their own to stop the sinister warlock Kulan Gath before his dark magic encompasses the Earth, turning everything into a fantasy world of sword and sorcery. The key to victory lies with the man known as the Spider! Plus, a mysterious new threat arrives from the future. NOTE: 1st appearance of Nimrod. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) Annual 1 FN- 5.5

Reprints: "Enter, the Avengers" (from Uncanny X-Men 9) and "The Triumph of Magneto" (from UXM 11). Scripts by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone. Cover price $0.25.

Vision and the Scarlet Witch (1985 2nd Series) 12 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #3908179011

"Double Size Climax!" Double-size issue. Guest-starring Doctor Strange, Magneto, and Wonder Man. Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Richard Howell and Frank Springer. Cover by Richard Howell and Joe Sinnott. The long-awaited day has finally arrived as Wanda goes to the hospital to give birth to her baby, but to everyone's surprise she has twins! Wanda and the Vision are overjoyed at the births of Billy and Tommy! Meanwhile, Magneto and Wonder Man have also come to the hospital to provide security and make sure the delivery goes smoothly; however, Nekra and the Grim Reaper have other ideas! (Note: The adventures of the Vision and the Scarlet Witch continue in the West Coast Avengers series.) 48 pages Cover price $1.25.

X-Men The Trial of Magneto (2021 Marvel) 1G CGC 9.8 Momoko Variant

Paper: White

Momoko Variant Cover.

Label #3943396003

Written by Leah Williams. Art by Lucas Werneck. Cover by Peach Momoko. THE STORY THAT WILL SHAKE KRAKOA TO ITS CORE! A horrific murder. A shocking revelation. A trial that will divide the new mutant nation. Leah Williams and Valerio Schiti bring you a new epic that threatens the Reign of X and will upend the world of mutants. The truth is hidden, the danger is far from over, and the trial has begun. 22 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Young Avengers (2005) 1A CGC 9.8 Cheung

Paper: White

Label #4188704006

First appearance of Kate Bishop. Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG In the wake of AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED, a mysterious new group of teen super heroes appears. But who are they? Where did they come from? And what right do they have to call themselves THE YOUNG AVENGERS? Young Gun Jim Cheung and TV superstar writer Allan Heinberg (The O.C., Sex in The City, and Party of Five). This series promises to shock and surprise, so don't miss it!! 32 PGS./Marvel PSR Cover price $3.99.

Young Avengers (2005) 1A FN/VF 7.0 Cheung

First appearance of Kate Bishop. Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG In the wake of AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED, a mysterious new group of teen super heroes appears. But who are they? Where did they come from? And what right do they have to call themselves THE YOUNG AVENGERS? Young Gun Jim Cheung and TV superstar writer Allan Heinberg (The O.C., Sex in The City, and Party of Five). This series promises to shock and surprise, so don't miss it!! 32 PGS./Marvel PSR Cover price $3.99.

Young Avengers (2005) 1WW.LA CGC 9.6 Cheung WW LA Variant

Paper: White

Wizard World Los Angeles Edition.

Label #3708059004

Wizard World Los Angeles Exclusive Variant Cover. Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG In the wake of AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED, a mysterious new group of teen super heroes appears. But who are they? Where did they come from? And what right do they have to call themselves THE YOUNG AVENGERS? Young Gun Jim Cheung and TV superstar writer Allan Heinberg (The O.C., Sex in The City, and Party of Five). This series promises to shock and surprise, so don't miss it!!

Young Avengers (2005) 6 CBCS 9.0 SS Jim Cheung

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Jim Cheung.

Label #23-1651B69-005

Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG. The 6-part SIDEKICKS story arc comes to a shattering conclusion when the Young Avengers lose one of their founding members, a new member arrives on the scene, and the entire team undergoes a radical transformation. It's a surprising new direction for the Young Avengers as they battle Kang, the Avengers, and each other to ensure the team's survival. 32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Young Avengers (2005) 12 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #21-1A34171-029

Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG "FAMILY MATTERS" As Earth once again becomes embroiled in the Kree-Skrull War, one Young Avenger is mortally wounded ? while another must sacrifice his future to keep the planet from being consumed in the conflict. Not even the combined forces of the YOUNG AVENGERS and the NEW AVENGERS can stem the tide of destruction. And in the battle's bloody aftermath, the YOUNG AVENGERS -- and their relationship to their would-be mentors -- are forever altered. The team's new status quo begins here! (Part 4 of 4) 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Young Avengers Presents (2008) 5 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #22-2D520EC-097

Written by KEVIN GREVIOUX Penciled by MITCH BREITWEISER Cover by JIM CHEUNG Young Cassie Lang has an encounter with Kang's ubiquitous enforcer the GROWING MAN! However, her ordeal ends in tragedy as someone close to her is gravely injured in the process. And the effect on Cassie causes some unexpected problems from which she might never recover. Can the Young Avengers help Stature before an even greater tragedy befalls her? 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Young Avengers Presents (2008) 6 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-2215763-075

Written by MATT FRACTION Penciled by ALAN DAVIS Cover by JIM CHEUNG Kate Bishop wants to be a hero. Kate Bishop wants to be a leader. Kate wants to be strong, and proud, and true to her calling. Kate just wants to take care of everybody. Kate just wants to be friends. Kate wants to be stronger than all this. Kate Bishop never wanted anything more than she wants to be a Young Avenger. Kate Bishop wants to be Hawkeye. Here, she finally comes face to face with Clint Barton. Now Kate's gonna have to fight for each and every thing that she wants...especially her name. Wanting something can be miles away from actually earning it. By Matt Fraction (INVINCIBLE IRON MAN, PUNISHER WAR JOURNAL) and the legendary Alan Davis (CLANDESTINE, EXCALIBUR). 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.