Auctions: comic books 1980-1989, graded by CGC

Secret Origins (1986 DC 2nd Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4412913012

Cover pencils by Luke McDonnell, inks by Dave Hunt. The Secret Origin of the Suicide Squad, script by John Ostrander, pencils by Luke McDonnell, inks by Dave Hunt; a look at the history of the Suicide Squad and Task Force X. 52 pgs. $1.25. Legends chapter 22. Cover price $1.25.

Secret Origins Special (1989) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4350001019

A look at the secret origins of Penguin, the Riddler and Two-Face. Framing sequence is the making of a 'Steve Jones Investigates' special, taking a look at the costumed criminals of Gotham, in "Original Sins." Script by Neil Gaiman, art by Mike Hoffman & Kevin Nowlan. Origins: Penguin in "The Killing Peck." Script by Alan Grant, art by Sam Kieth; the Riddler in "When is a Door." Script by Neil Gaiman, art by Bernie Mireault & Matt Wagner; Two-Face in an untitled tale. Script by Mark Verheiden, art by Pat Broderick & Dick Giordano. Cover by Brian Bolland. Cover price $2.00.

Sgt. Rock (1977) 405 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4421040018

"Angels with Black Wings!" Book One. They were black soldiers fighting two wars - one in Europe and one back home. Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Bob Kanigher, with art by Adrian Gonzales and a cover by Joe Kubert. Cover price $0.75.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0717509015

Evolutionary War Crossover. Guest-starring the Eternals and the Super Skrull. Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Joe Staton and Joe Rubinstein. The High Evolutionary plans to advance humanity and he's going to use the D.N.A. of the Silver Surfer to do it. But, in order to contain such a powerful being he'll enlist others of great power to help him in his task, the god-like Eternals. Plus, witness the triumphant return of the Super Skrull (last seen in Alpha Flight #10). Nova stars in "Moth to the Flame!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Ron Lim and Chris Ivy. Story continues in Silver Surfer #15. "Mantis!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Ron Lim and Randy Emberlin. Story continues in Avengers West Coast (1985) #37. Pin-ups of all the colorful characters in the Surfer's world. Plus, Part 3 of the origin of the High Evolutionary. Story by Mark Gruenwald. Art by Paris Cullins and Tony DeZungia. 64 pages. Cover price $1.75.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 64D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0164656030

Direct Edition. "Cloak and Dagger!" Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by Ed Hannigan. Inks by Al Milgrom. Cover by Ed Hannigan and Al Milgrom. On a quiet night in Manhattan, the web-slinger is traveling across the city when he suddenly hears a desperate plea for help from a man running for his life! The frantic pharmacist is trying to escape from...Cloak and Dagger! The wall-crawler quickly engages the light-and-dark pair, but falls in battle to the duo's unusual powers. The next day Peter Parker picks up the investigation, and the trail of Cloak (aka Tyrone Johnson) and Dagger (aka Tandy Bowen) leads to Ellis Island! Is the Spectacular Spider-Man ready for round two with Cloak and Dagger? First appearance of Cloak and Dagger. (Notes: This issue includes a full-page ad/pin-up of Spider-Man fighting Dr. Octopus and promoting his four monthly titles. Bill Mantlo's script provides a nice history of Ellis Island. On page two Jim Mooney is erroneously listed as the inker. Al Milgrom is acknowledged as the correct inker in the letters page of issue 68. The back cover contains a Dungeons and Dragons ad with art by Bill Willingham. Cloak and Dagger appear next in Spectacular Spider-Man 69 and 70.) 32 pages Cover price $0.60.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 101D CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Significant scuff(s) inner well

Label #3820314001

Direct Edition. "Echoes" Script by Cary Burkett. Pencils by Juan Alacantara. Inks by Jack Abel. Cover by John Byrne. A new era begins for the Spectacular Spider-Man as the Black Cat has departed his life. However, the breakup with Felicia has left the web-slinger in a melancholy mood, so he visits the site of his greatest heartbreak...the Brooklyn Bridge. The events of Amazing Spider-Man 121 still haunt the wall-crawler, but life goes on...and so does crime in the big city. When Blacklash takes a hostage after bungling a burglary attempt, the spectacular one swings into action! Flashback cameos of Gwen Stacy and the Green Goblin. First 65¢ issue. (Note: The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 337,108; average paid circulation 180,498.) 32 pages Cover price $0.65.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 158N CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4294833020

Newsstand Edition. Acts of Vengeance crossover. 1st cosmic powered Spider-Man. "The Paste and the Power!" Script by Gerry Conway. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Sal Buscema. At the Empire State University physics laboratory, Peter Parker agrees to help Professor Lubisch with an experiment involving extra-dimensional energy transfer. According to the good professor, the experiment is harmless and nothing unexpected will happen. However, the energy transfer overloads the apparatus and flows incredible power into the Amazing Spider-Man! The web-slinger uses his new cosmic power to easily dispatch the Trapster, who had attacked him earlier in the day. Story continues in Web of Spider-Man 59. Cameo appearances by Doctor Doom, Kingpin, Magneto, and the Wizard. 32 pages Cover price $1.00.

Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends (1981) 1N CGC 9.0 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Label #2064316003

Newsstand Edition. Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Milgrom. "The Triumph of the Green Goblin," script by Dennis Marks (Original Screenplay) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Dan Spiegle, inks by Vincent Colletta; Green Goblin busts up a college costume party to steal his secret Goblin Formula. "The Hulk vs. the Phoomie Goonies" Hostess Fruit Pies ad. "Meet the Men of Marvel Productions" article; Information on Marvel Productons, includes photographs and some artwork. Based on the cartoon. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends (1981) Mark Jeweler 1MJ CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #0145923001

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Milgrom. "The Triumph of the Green Goblin," script by Dennis Marks (Original Screenplay) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Dan Spiegle, inks by Vincent Colletta; Green Goblin busts up a college costume party to steal his secret Goblin Formula. "The Hulk vs. the Phoomie Goonies" Hostess Fruit Pies ad. "Meet the Men of Marvel Productions" article; Information on Marvel Productons, includes photographs and some artwork. Based on the cartoon. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Spider-Man vs. Wolverine (1987 Marvel) 1st Edition 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4431690008

1st Printing -- "High Tide!" Giant-sized issue. Script by Jim Owsley. Pencils by Mark Bright. Inks by Al Williamson. Cover by Mark Bright. Plot continues from Amazing Spider-Man 288. Ned Leeds is chasing the story of his career! The Daily Bugle's ace reporter uncovers evidence that a notorious cold war spy has resurfaced in divided Germany! After convincing Jonah to spring for the trip, Ned and Peter Parker fly to West Berlin to start their investigation! The infamous KGB operative (aka Charlemagne) is a long-time friend and associate of Wolverine! And when Logan hears that she's back in business, the Adamantium-laced X-Man likewise travels to Germany to find her! Sadly the Bugle-sponsored business trip turns tragic when Peter discovers Ned murdered in their hotel. Oh no, who killed Betty's husband? The Amazing Spider-Man invades East Berlin and teams up with Wolverine to unearth the truth! But the web-slinger's noble intentions lead him into a clandestine world of grisly violence and repulsive death! Is Wolverine going to help the wall-crawler cope with tragedy...or just add to his misery? An intense issue from start to finish! Story epilogues continues in Amazing Spider-Man #289 and Web of Spider-Man #29. 64 pages, FC.

NOTE:
o Featuring The death of Ned Leeds (aka the Hobgoblin).
o Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Mary Jane Watson.
o Flashback cameos by Storm and Havok.
o Ned Leeds first appeared way back in Amazing Spider-Man #18.
o In a poetic twist, Spider-Man and the Hobgoblin's final interaction with one another occurs as co-workers on a special investigation as opposed to adversaries in the skies over Manhattan.
o Through a classic series of panels, Peter and Mary Jane realize they are more than friends; and that leads into Peter's proposal in Amazing Spider-Man 290.
o Marvel revisited this tale in 2008 in the one-shot What If: Spider-Man vs. Wolverine.
o This issue was reprinted in 1990 in the Spider-Man vs. Wolverine graphic novel.

Cover price $2.50.

Spider-Woman (1978 Marvel 1st Series) 50D CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4427511015

Direct Edition. Photo cover. Lifeline, script by Ann Nocenti, pencils by Brian Postman, inks by Sam de la Rosa; Jessica disappears while showering and ends up in a constrictive harness; she's then led to a cell block holding friends and enemies. 48 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $0.60.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 42D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3878860004

Direct Edition. The Empire Strikes Back: Part 4 of 6. And now...the bounty hunters! "To Be a Jedi!" Script by Archie Goodwin, art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Note: Part 4 of movie adaptation; based on the movie script; Williamson and Garzon both pencil and ink the art for this series. Plus: 5-page "Star Wars British Cover Gallery," featuring art by Carmine Infantino, Gene Day and Dan Green. Cover by Williamson and Garzon. Cover price $0.50.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 69N.A CGC 8.0 Day Lakeside Tattooz Insert Variant

Paper: White

"Tattooz" Insert Included. Newsstand Edition

Label #4424959011

Newsstand Edition. Lakeside Tattooz Insert Variant (unopened inserts may or may not have the sample tattoo inside). While there is no definitive information about the Lakeside Tattooz inserts, they are known to occur over several different Marvel issues printed in March 1983. Unlike Amazing Spider-Man #238 and FF #252 where the insert was present in every copy, it appears only a limited amount of copies of this issue received the Lakeside insert (regional distribution?). Also, some of the inserts, although never opened, exist without the free tattoo sample inside. "Death in the City of Bone!", script by David Michelinie, pencils by Gene Day, inks by Tom Palmer; Can Leia and C-3PO escape Imperial capture after the betrayal of the bounty hunter Dengar? 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.60.

Star Wars Return of the Jedi (1983 Movie) 1A.D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4408082004

Direct Edition. Cover and splash page by Bill Sienkiewicz. 'Chapter One: In The Hands Of Jabba The Hutt!', script by Archie Goodwin, art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon; Darth Vader checks on the status of the second Death Star while The Rebels attempt to rescue Han Solo From Jabba The Hutt. 36 pgs., full color. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Starslayer (1982 Pacific/First) 2 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3995034008

First appearance of the Rocketeer. Torin finds himself transported from 43 A.D. to the 22nd year of the new millennium. Why is he there? The galaxy is in danger and in need of his help in finding some lost amulets which contain great sources of power in an untitled story. Script and art by Mike Grell. Issue also has the Rocketeer with script and art by Dave Stevens. Cover price $1.00.

Suicide Squad (1987 1st Series) 1D CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4384741003

Direct Edition. Cover art by Howard Chaykin. Trial by Blood, script by John Ostrander, pencils by Luke McDonnell, inks by Karl Kesel; Amanda Waller organizes a mission to take down the Jihad before they can attack the U.S. Bob Greenberger talks about how this series was developed. 36 pgs. $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

Swamp Thing (1982 2nd Series) 37 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4216016021

"Growth Patterns!" Written by Alan Moore, with art by Rick Veitch and John Totleben. Cover by Stephen Bissette and Totleben. New "Growth Patterns" and other strange abilities emerge in Swamp Thing as he fights for survival. NOTE: 1st appearance of John Constantine, Hellblazer. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Tales of GI Joe (1988) 1N CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4418459004

Newsstand Edition. Featuring material original presented in GI Joe (1982 Marvel) #1 - "Operation: Lady Doomsday!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Herb Trimpe and Bob McLeod. Re-presenting the saga of America's greatest heroes! G.I. Joe - the ultimate weapon of democracy! Featuring a 2-page diagram of "The Pit," the G.I. Joe Command Center. Plus, "Hot Potato!" Written by Hama. Art by Don Perlin and Jack Abel. 48 pages, FC. Cover price $2.25.

Team America (1982) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4420541013

Cover pencils by Frank Miller and Bob Layton, inks by Bob Layton. The Origin of Team America, script by Jim Shooter and Ed Hannigan, pencils by Mike Vosburg, inks by Vince Colletta. See Captain America # 269 for 1st appearance. Featuring Wolf, Honcho, & R U Reddy vs Hydra. 36 pgs. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 2 CGC 9.2 Eastman Variant 1st Printing

Paper: Off white

Label #4428320015

First printing. According to Overstreet, this issue has two additional printings, which can be identified as such on the inside cover. Counterfeit copies also exist for this issue, which have a glossy cover stock. The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. Scientist Baxter Stockman uses his invention, the robot Mousers, for crime. When his assistant confronts him, he sends his robots to attack her – and thats how the Turtles meet April O'Neil. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Black and white. Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 2REP.2ND CGC 9.2 Eastman Variant 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4428320012

SECOND PRINTING Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 3A CGC 7.0 Eastman 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4428320011

First printing. According to Overstreet, this issue has one additional printing, which can be identified as such on the inside cover. Also, do not confuse this issue with the variant cover, which has "Laird's Photo" in white rather than in light blue. The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. When Master Splinter is kidnapped, the Turtles must ask their new ally April O'Neil for help to find him. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Black and white; 44 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 4 CGC 8.5 Eastman Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4428320010

First printing. According to Overstreet, this issue has one additional printing, which can be identified as such on the inside cover. The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. Searching for Splinter, the Turtles encounter the alien androids known as the Utroms. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Final issue in magazine format; series continues in comic format as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1985). Black and white; 40 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 4 CGC 8.0 Eastman Variant 1st Printing

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4428320009

First printing. According to Overstreet, this issue has one additional printing, which can be identified as such on the inside cover. The original series that introduced the Turtles to the world. Searching for Splinter, the Turtles encounter the alien androids known as the Utroms. Story, art and cover by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird. Final issue in magazine format; series continues in comic format as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1985). Black and white; 40 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures (1988) Canadian Edition 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Canadian Price Variant

Label #4366433023

Canadian edition with $1.25 cover price (U.S. is $1). Cover price $1.25.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 310 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4420419006

Cover by Keith Pollard. "The Maelstrom to Mephisto," script by Doug Moench, pencils by Keith Pollard (breakdowns) and Gene Day (finished art), inks by Gene Day; Mephisto gets angry when he feels that Thor is taking an active role in turning people to the side of good so he travels to New York to personally turn people to the side of evil. "Wonders of Nature" Hostess snack cakes ad with the Fantastic Four. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 337N CGC 9.6 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4328445012

Newsstand Edition. Cover by Walt Simonson. Beta Ray Bill (first appearance) becomes Thor in "Doom!", script and art by Walt Simonson; Nick Fury asks Thor's aid in investigating an alien ship heading for earth; Thor arrives and triggers the awakening of an alien protector, Beta Ray Bill; Bill bests Thor and takes up his hammer only to be accidentally summoned to Asgard by Odin who thinks he is summoning Thor. Brief appearances by Nick Fury, Loki, Sif, Balder, Heimdall, Volstagg, and Odin. First appearance of Lorelei (sister of the Enchantress). Begins Walt Simonson's run on Thor (through #382). Bullpen Bulletins. Star Frontiers TSR ad. 36 pgs., full color. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 338D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961415011

Direct Edition. Cover by Walt Simonson. In Beta Ray Bill's second appearance, he comes to blows with Thor in "A Fool and His Hammer," script and art by Walt Simonson; Bill and Thor fight in single combat for the honor of wielding Mjolner and the alien bests the god of thunder. Brief appearances by Nick Fury, Odin, Sif, Loki, Balder, and Volstagg. Bullpen Bulletins. Star Frontiers TSR ad. 36 pgs., full color. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 339D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3961433017

Direct Edition. Cover by Walt Simonson. "Something Old, Something New," script and art by Walt Simonson; Odin has the dwarves create a hammer for Bill and sends the alien and his son into space to rescue Bill's people. Appearances by Sif, Odin, and Volstagg. Bullpen Bulletins. Carlin and Simonson's Page O' Thor Stuff; Assistant editor's month shenanigans. Star Frontiers TSR ad. 36 pgs., full color. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 360 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4420432007

Cover by Walt Simonson. "Into the Valley of Death!", script and art by Walter Simonson; With his warriors just recently returned to Asgard, Thor spies out the road to Hel and leads an army to rescue souls unjustly imprisoned in Hela's realm. Appearances by Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, Hela, Heimdall, Sif, the Enchantress, the Executioner, and Balder. Bullpen Bulletins. 36 pgs., full color. $0.65. Cover price $0.65.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 412 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side edge cracks

Label #3884559018

Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Joe Sinnott. Acts of Vengeance crossover. First full appearance of the New Warriors in "Introducing the New Warriors," script by Ron Frenz (Co-plot) and Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz (layouts), inks by Joe Sinnott (finished art); With Thor down for the count, the New Warriors arrive and battle the Juggernaut; Thor recovers his strength and joins the fray as he and the kids are finally able to banish Juggy to another dimension. Beta Ray Bill back-up, "Freedom Is Only A Choice Away," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Bill has been trapped and is being used to help power a spaceship that feeds off of psychic energy; When the people of his race are threatened, however, he breaks free and faces Captain Orack. 36 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3994442020

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3959423009

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4412817015

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D CGC 9.2 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #3959423013

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D CGC 9.2 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4412817019

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1N CGC 9.4 SS Michelinie Newsstand Variant

Paper: Off white to white

Signed by David Michelinie on 4/16/21

Label #2640494009

Newsstand Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 1N CGC 9.4 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4424959012

Newsstand Edition. "The Transformers!" Part 1 of 4. Story by Bill Mantlo and Ralph Macchio. Pencils by Frank Springer. Inks by Kim DeMulder. Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. Based on the extremely popular toyline and cartoon from the early eighties. For centuries, deep in space, on the techno-organic planet of Cybertron, a war has raged. This battle between the benevolent and peace loving Autobots, led by the heroic Optimus Prime, and the malevolent militaristic Decepticons, led by the dangerous Megatron, has now spilled over to the planet Earth. These Robots in Disguise will continue their eternal struggle and mankind is now caught in the middle. NOTE: This series was originally intended to be a four issue limited series. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd, 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #1 to #9. Cover price $0.75.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4420419017

Defeated and captured by the Decepticons, the Autobots try to regroup and come up with a plan. At the same time, Ratchet and Buster try to help and get into the Ark which has been taken over by the Decepticons in "The New Order." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Alan Kupperberg. Cover by Mark Bright. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd, 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #1 to #9. Cover price $0.75.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 9 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4412156019

The Autobots are back and have regained control of the Ark and still have to deal with Shockwave's evil plans. Meanwhile, Josie Beller, injured by the Decepticons, has recovered and wants revenge. Now in a new persona known as Circuit Breaker, she helps G.B. Blackrock in his quest to destroy the robots in "Dis-Integrated Circuits." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Mike Manley & M. Hands. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd, 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #1 to #9. Cover price $0.75.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 10D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4349575023

First Printing. Direct Edition. Shockwave creates some new allies, the Constructicons, and sends them out into battle while G.B. Blackrock has formed an alliance with the Autobots and learns what is going on in "The Next Best Thing to Being There." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Ricardo Villamonte & Brad Joyce. Cover price $0.75.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 24 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4420419010

The Autobots and the Decepticons engage in a deadly battle in Multi-World, a computer role-playing game created by Ethan Zachary. The stakes: possession of an all-important hydrothermocline, an energy generator in "Afterdeath." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Don Perlin & Ian Akin & Brian Garvey. Cover by Herb Trimpe. Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 130N CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3932925008

Newsstand Edition. The Dark Phoenix Saga: Part 2 of 9 - "Dazzler!" Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine, Colossus, and Storm have been taken captive by the sultry and dangerous White Queen, but for what purpose. Only the young new mutant Kitty Pryde can warn the rest of the team, but will she be in time to save her new friends? Meanwhile, Cyclops and Phoenix encounter another "new mutant" called Dazzler. Plus, Jason Wyngarde continues his mental seduction of Jean Grey. NOTE: 1st appearance of Dazzler. Cover price $0.40.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 130N CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4064427024

Newsstand Edition. The Dark Phoenix Saga: Part 2 of 9 - "Dazzler!" Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine, Colossus, and Storm have been taken captive by the sultry and dangerous White Queen, but for what purpose. Only the young new mutant Kitty Pryde can warn the rest of the team, but will she be in time to save her new friends? Meanwhile, Cyclops and Phoenix encounter another "new mutant" called Dazzler. Plus, Jason Wyngarde continues his mental seduction of Jean Grey. NOTE: 1st appearance of Dazzler. Cover price $0.40.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 140N CGC 9.6 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Label #3783236004

Newsstand Edition. "Rage!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Alpha Flight's Vindicator, Shaman, and Snowbird. Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine and Nightcrawler must team-up with Canada's premier super-team Alpha Flight in order to coral one of the deadliest beasts walking the planet - the savage Wendigo! Plus, more secretes from Wolverine and Vindicator's past is revealed. Cover price $0.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 146 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4397754016

"Murderworld!" Part 2 of 3. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Joe Rubinstein. Can the X-Men escape the diabolical death traps created by sadistic madman Arcade. Even if they can they still have to face the power of Doctor Doom! Meanwhile, Banshee, Havok, Polaris, and Iceman face death around every corner in Arcade's nefarious Murderworld. Cover price $0.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 147 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4431690012

"Rogue Storm!" Part 3 of 3. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Joe Rubinstein. It's the final showdown between the X-Men and the diabolical duo of Arcade and Doctor Doom. Witness the unbridled fury of Storm! Plus, Cyclops makes a startling discovery. Cover price $0.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 151N CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4418494022

Newsstand Edition. "X-Men Minus One!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Jim Sherman, Bob McLeod, and Joe Rubinstein. The X-Men loose one of their own when Kitty's parents take her out of Xavier's School for the Gifted and enroll at the Massachusetts Academy. To make matters worse, the headmistress of the Academy id non other than Emma Frost, the White Queen of the Hellfire Club! Plus, the X-Men are taken off guard when a squad of mutant hunting Sentinels show up. Cover price $0.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 152N CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4418494021

Newsstand Edition. "The Hellfire Gambit!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Bob McLeod and Joe Rubinstein. The Hellfire Club is at it again. The X-Men square off with the Hellfire Club's inner circle for Kitty Pryde's future. Cover price $0.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 153 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4372836008

"Kitty's Fairy Tale!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Joe Rubinstein. Get ready for the most unusual and entertaining X-Men stories. Kitty tells Peter's little sister, Illyana, a bedtime story set in a fantastic world of myth and magic starring some peculiar and familiar faces Cover price $0.60.