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Adventures of Sly Cooper (2004) 2 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4701836009

A promotional comic inserted into video game magazines to promote Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves. As opposed to Issue #1's more carefree atmosphere, Issue #2 takes a bleak and darker twist. Taking place after the events of Sly 2, it is confirmed that Murray is the one who saves Sly from Interpol at the end of the said game. Sly is ambiguously rescued in a helicopter from captivity at the end of the said game and it's never revealed completely who it is, although its strongly implied that it's Murray. The story of issue two is broken into four parts. The first part consists of Sly finding a member of his father's gang in a maximum-security prison due to an invitation. This member, McSweeny, after an initial tussle, apologizes to Sly for not being able to have raised him himself after the murder of Sly's parents, due to his confinement. McSweeny tells Sly of a massive vault on a remote island that contains the accumulated treasure of all the Cooper family members stating it as Sly's inheritance. Informing Sly of where to find the map to this vault, we cut to part two. Part two details Sly and Murray breaking into a hospital to rescue the injured Bentley from the authorities. Bentley is paralyzed due to the dramatic events at the conclusion of Sly 2. Sadly, Murray's once endless enthusiasm has waned and he has become increasingly insecure with his own actions. This is because he blames himself for Bentley's predicament. Sly worries about this, but concentrates on the matter at hand. The two convince Bentley to return with them, and comfort him by quelling his fears of being a burden on his friends. Just as the three are about to escape however, they are discovered and surrounded by police. In an uncharacteristically dark tone, Murray demands Sly take Bentley and escape while he deals with the officers. Although Murray seems to have the situation well under control, Sly and Bentley worry that Murray is taking the burden of things too much and isn't using teamwork anymore. Although worried for his friend, Sly takes Bentley to safety with the vow that he'll be back to help Murray whether he likes it or not.

Amazing Spider-Man Battles Ignorance (1992) 1 VF 8.0

Spider-Man vs. the Mad Thinker and the Awesome Anrdoid. Amazing Spider-Man Battles Ignorance (1992) was co-published by Marvel Comics and Sylvan Learning Systems to promote literacy. Introduction by none other than Spider-Man. Written by George Caragonne, with art and inks by Alan Kupperberg. Standard size comic, 36-pages, full color. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man The Origin of Spider-Man (1990 Shan-Lon Distributions) MPI Audio Edition NN FN+ 6.5

Published in 1990, this comic was printed to accompany an MPI Audio Edition. 20-page retelling of the origin of Spider-Man's origin reprinted from Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual #23, written by Gerry Conway with art by Mark Bagley and inks by Mike Esposito. Cover by Saviuk. 28 pages, full color, 6-in. x 9-in.

Batman in Too Many Jokers (1999 DC) Fruit of the Loom Giveaway NN VG+ 4.5

Promotional flipbook comic from Fruit of the Loom. Batman in "Too Many Jokers!" and Superman in "Riddle of the Senseless Crimes" by Joe Staton & Sal Buscema. Full color, 16 pages, slick paper stock, 3.75-in. x 5.25-in.

Combo Man Mini Comic (1996) 1 VF 8.0

Promotional comic by Combos snacks. Combo Man has the combined powers of the Marvel Super Heroes. 12 page color mini comic measures 4 x 5 3/4.

Detective Comics Oreo Cookie Giveaway (1984) 27 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Reprint.

Label #1618534027

Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

Detective Comics Oreo Cookie Giveaway (1984) 27 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Reprint.

Label #1618534043

Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

Harley Rider (1988) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4699262024

"History of Harley-Davidson!" Cover price $2.00.

New Adventures of Walt Disney's Robin Hood (1952) Flour Giveaway 2 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4645782007

"Ghosts of Waylea Castle"

Sad Sack Armed Forces Complimentary Comics 40 PR 0.5

INCOMPLETE. Page missing, interrupts art and story. Water damage.

Spider-Man and Friends (2003) Giveaway 1 FN+ 6.5

Promotional comic based on ToyBiz's preschool Spider-Man & Friends Action Heroes line. (A) Udon & Joe Vriens. Interior art is formatted one illustration per page with text at the bottom (lyrics adapted from the Spider-Man & Friends music cd). Stars Spider-Man, Spider-Girl, Captain America, Hulk, Wolverine, and Storm. FC, 32 pages.

Spider-Man Battles the Myth Monster! (1991) #1, 1st Printing FN 6.0

1st printing. Spider-Man Battles the Myth Monster! (1991) is a Marvel promotional comic produced in cooperation with the National Association of School Nurses. This comic is part of the Epilepsy Foundation of America Project "Count Me In!" Written by Danny Fingeroth with art by Jose Delbo and inks by Harry Candelario. Full color, standard comic dimensions, 20 pages including cover, slick cover with newsprint interior, no cover price.

Spider-Man Father's Day is Every Day (1997) Toyota Giveaway 1 VF- 7.5

National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse Giveaway, sponsored by Toyota. (C/A) David Boller (W) Glenn Herdling "Father's Day is Every Day", guest starring Reed Richards of the Fantastic Four. Ad on back cover celebrating the 25th anniversary of NCPCA and Spider-Man partnership. FC, 20 pages.

Superman-Tim (1942 Tim's Official Store) Feb 1945 VG+ 4.5

#27 in a series of 90. Superman-Tim is a boys' clothing catalog, activity book, and comic book all rolled into one, featuring Superman illustrations throughout. All issues are 16 pages unless a Superman story is inserted (bringing page count to 24 or 36 pages). Every issue encourages boys not to be a "Whoo-Shoo" -- a boy who reads "Superman-Tim" but doesn't buy clothes from the Superman-Tim Store. Copyright 1945 by Superman, Inc., under license to Tim Promotions, Inc. B&W with a single color, 5 1/2 in. x 8 in.

Wonder Woman and the Star Riders vs. Purrsia (1993 Kellogs) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4663019024

Wonder Woman and the Star Riders vs. Purrsia, Kellogg's Cinnamon Mini Buns mini comic (measuring 2-3/4 x 4-1/4 inches) was the only promotional item ever released based on the never-seen Wonder Woman cartoon series. This series was to have run on the heels of shows like She-Ra. The mini-comic was released in some areas in 1993 with Kellogg's Cinammon Mini Buns cereal. Note that Wonder Woman has a different costume and several companions, the Star Riders--Ice, Dolphin, Starlily and Solara. Dolphin and Ice come from the DC comics universe. The storyline involves WW and her friends retrieving stolen gems from the villianess Purrsia. More fantasy than superhero fare. A rare mini comic and an excellent, unusual piece of Wonder Woman memorabilia. There are three other comics in the Cinnamon Mini Buns giveaway series: Flash vs. Dr. Polaris, Justice League of America vs. Amazo, and Superman vs. Metallo. These were mailed in a flat, white envelope with a thank-you card. No artist or writer listed.