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Adventure Comics (1938 1st Series) 459 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4708127008

Change to dollar format. The Crimson Comets of Fallville High starring Flash, script by Cary Bates, pencils by Irv Novick, inks by Frank Mclaughlin. Murder Haunts the Midway starring Deadman, script by Len Wein, art by Jim Aparo. The Call of the Cosmos starring Green Lantern, script by Cary Burkett, art by Joe Staton. Climax of Chaos starring the New Gods, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Augie Scotto; Story continues from New Gods #19. The Case of the Fortune Cookie Fortune starring the Elongated Man, script by Len Wein, Paul Levitz, Mike Gold, Ann Delary-Gold, and Steve Mitchell, pencils by George Ruppert, inks by Bruce Patterson. The Shark's Dark Demand starring Wonder Woman, script by Jack C. Harris, pencils by Jack Abel, inks by Frank Giacoia. 68 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 177 VF 8.0

"Goblin in the Middle" Part 2 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Joe Sinnott. After saving Flash Thompson from a deadly fall, the wall-crawler takes a break (from his pursuit of the goblin) to visit his dear aunt in the hospital. Fortunately, Aunt May seems to be doing much better! Later that night the web-slinger hears about an underworld meeting taking place at the World Trade Center! The amazing one swings over to the twin towers ready to bust up Silvermane's party, but the Green Goblin gets there first! Is the goblin going to clash or collude with Silvermane? Either way it spells trouble for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Cameo appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Anna Watson, and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameos by Norman Osborn and Gwen Stacy. (Note: Silvermane formerly appeared in Daredevil 123.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 184 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4201557017

"White Dragon! Red Death!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Marv Wolfman. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Ross Andru and Bob McLeod. A disappointed Peter Parker walks back to his apartment and discovers Betty Brant (Leeds) inside! Hold on, didn't Betty marry Ned Leeds several months ago (in Amazing Spider-Man 156)? Yes, but now she's interested in Mr. Parker again! However, before the web-slinger can tend to his affairs of the heart, he must tend to business in Chinatown! And as depicted on the dramatic cover, that business may be dangerous, fiery, lethal, or all of the above! First appearances of Phillip Chang and the White Dragon II. Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Dr. Marla Madison, and John Jameson. 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 187 VF 8.0

"The Power of Electro!" Guest-starring Captain America. Plot by Marv Wolfman and Jim Starlin. Script by Marv Wolfman. Brilliant art by Jim Starlin (layouts) and Bob McLeod (finishes). Cover by Keith Pollard. It's an overstuffed tale featuring the star-spangled avenger, web-slinger, SHIELD, Electro, and the bubonic plague! When the Daily Bugle receives a tip that authorities have cordoned off the neighborhoods surrounding the Indian Point Power Station, Jonah sends his ace photographer to investigate! The web-slinger easily slips past the SHIELD agents but runs into a problem after bumping into the Sentinel of Liberty! Cap wants the wall-crawler to leave the area ASAP! But Cap would think differently if he knew that an electrifying encounter awaits! The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America vs. Electro! Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: This is one of only three issues Jim Starlin drew for the Amazing Spider-Man title (1st series): issues 113, 114, and 187. More of Jim Starlin's artwork featuring Spider-Man can be seen in Marvel Two-in-One Annual 2. The web-slinger and Electro previously battled in Marvel Team-Up 56.) 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Archie (1943 Archie Comics) 271 GD 2.0

2.5" Cumulative spine split. Cover detached at one staple. Water damage.

Unintentional sexual innuendo on cover.

Stories by Joe Edwards and unknown. Art by Joe Edwards and unknown. Featuring Archie in: "Just Like Us"; "Dream Theme" (1 page); "Psyche Saga"; "Rash Trash" (1 page); "A Quiet Evening at Home"; and "All Figured Out"! Plus: Li'l Jinx in the half-pager "It's Guaranteed" by Joe Edwards. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 167 FN+ 6.5

The Korvac Saga: Part 1 of 10 - "Tomorrow Dies Today!" Guest-starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. Script by Jim Shooter. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. The Korvac Saga begins! A sensational storyline that sends Earth's Mightiest Heroes on a ten-issue odyssey to save the universe! The epic adventure begins with a simple distress call from Nick Fury. An enormous spaceship is orbiting the Earth! Where did it come from and who does it belong to? The Avengers blast off in a quinjet to find out! After boarding the giant ship, the Beast bumps into the Guardians of the Galaxy! Why have Charlie-27, Martinex, Nikki, Starhawk, Vance Astro, and Yondu come to the 20th century? It's a long story, that's only just beginning! Meanwhile back in New York City, the Wasp's first fashion show is interrupted by the Porcupine! Fortunately, Nighthawk and Yellowjacket are in attendance to fight the prickly villain! But someone else is present too...a mysterious man named Michael. More will be heard from him later...much more. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Korvac previously appeared in Thor Annual 6. The 10-issue Korvac Saga takes place in Avengers 167-168 and 170-177. Roger Stern is also credited with scripting this issue.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 167 FN 6.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Trimming.

The Korvac Saga: Part 1 of 10 - "Tomorrow Dies Today!" Guest-starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. Script by Jim Shooter. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. The Korvac Saga begins! A sensational storyline that sends Earth's Mightiest Heroes on a ten-issue odyssey to save the universe! The epic adventure begins with a simple distress call from Nick Fury. An enormous spaceship is orbiting the Earth! Where did it come from and who does it belong to? The Avengers blast off in a quinjet to find out! After boarding the giant ship, the Beast bumps into the Guardians of the Galaxy! Why have Charlie-27, Martinex, Nikki, Starhawk, Vance Astro, and Yondu come to the 20th century? It's a long story, that's only just beginning! Meanwhile back in New York City, the Wasp's first fashion show is interrupted by the Porcupine! Fortunately, Nighthawk and Yellowjacket are in attendance to fight the prickly villain! But someone else is present too...a mysterious man named Michael. More will be heard from him later...much more. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Korvac previously appeared in Thor Annual 6. The 10-issue Korvac Saga takes place in Avengers 167-168 and 170-177. Roger Stern is also credited with scripting this issue.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 168 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4309965016

The Korvac Saga: Part 2 of 10 - "First Blood" Guest-starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. Script by Jim Shooter. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. The Avengers along with Charlie-27, Martinex, Nikki, Starhawk, and Yondu return to their Fifth Avenue mansion to begin the search for Korvac. But inside the mansion a new foe is waiting...Mr. Peter Gyrich! The federal government's special agent reads the riot act to Iron Man for the lax security at Avengers headquarters! After Gyrich exits, the star-spangled avenger gives Shell-head a piece of his mind too, until the Scarlet Witch intervenes to cool down the situation. Meanwhile, Starhawk travels to Queens and engages Michael (aka Korvac) in a life-and-death battle of cosmic proportions! And also in this issue, Hawkeye and the Two-Gun Kid are enjoying a train ride in Colorado, when suddenly the Two-Gun Kid disappears! Cameo appearances by Vance Astro, Doctor Strange, Captain Marvel, the Silver Surfer, Peter Parker, and Mary Jane Watson. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 170 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4309965018

The Korvac Saga: Part 3 of 10 - "Though Hell Should Bar the Way!" Plot and Script by Jim Shooter. Plot and Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. Janet Pym is tired of having the deactivated Jocasta at her home, so she convinces her husband, Hank Pym, to bring the one-time bride of Ultron to Avengers Mansion. That seems like a good idea, until Jocasta comes to life! Luckily, the Beast, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Wonder Man are present to help the Wasp and Yellowjacket corral the runaway bride! But the golden avenger and the star-spangled avenger stop their teammates in mid-attack! Why does Iron Man want Jocasta to go free? Could it have something to do with a certain adamantium groom? Meanwhile, another avenger mysteriously disappears...this time it's Quicksilver! Cameo appearances by Crystal, Hawkeye, and the Guardians of the Galaxy. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: This issue was reprinted in 1999 in Ultron Unleashed 1. The letters page includes a letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. The letters page also contains a statement of ownership: average print run 366,970; average paid circulation 168,164. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 170 VF 8.0

The Korvac Saga: Part 3 of 10 - "Though Hell Should Bar the Way!" Plot and Script by Jim Shooter. Plot and Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. Janet Pym is tired of having the deactivated Jocasta at her home, so she convinces her husband, Hank Pym, to bring the one-time bride of Ultron to Avengers Mansion. That seems like a good idea, until Jocasta comes to life! Luckily, the Beast, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Wonder Man are present to help the Wasp and Yellowjacket corral the runaway bride! But the golden avenger and the star-spangled avenger stop their teammates in mid-attack! Why does Iron Man want Jocasta to go free? Could it have something to do with a certain adamantium groom? Meanwhile, another avenger mysteriously disappears...this time it's Quicksilver! Cameo appearances by Crystal, Hawkeye, and the Guardians of the Galaxy. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: This issue was reprinted in 1999 in Ultron Unleashed 1. The letters page includes a letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. The letters page also contains a statement of ownership: average print run 366,970; average paid circulation 168,164. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 170 VF 8.0

The Korvac Saga: Part 3 of 10 - "Though Hell Should Bar the Way!" Plot and Script by Jim Shooter. Plot and Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. Janet Pym is tired of having the deactivated Jocasta at her home, so she convinces her husband, Hank Pym, to bring the one-time bride of Ultron to Avengers Mansion. That seems like a good idea, until Jocasta comes to life! Luckily, the Beast, Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Wonder Man are present to help the Wasp and Yellowjacket corral the runaway bride! But the golden avenger and the star-spangled avenger stop their teammates in mid-attack! Why does Iron Man want Jocasta to go free? Could it have something to do with a certain adamantium groom? Meanwhile, another avenger mysteriously disappears...this time it's Quicksilver! Cameo appearances by Crystal, Hawkeye, and the Guardians of the Galaxy. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: This issue was reprinted in 1999 in Ultron Unleashed 1. The letters page includes a letter from comics historian Peter Sanderson. The letters page also contains a statement of ownership: average print run 366,970; average paid circulation 168,164. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 172 FN/VF 7.0

The Korvac Saga: Part 5 of 10 - "Holocaust in New York Harbor!" Guest-starring Ms. Marvel. Script by Jim Shooter. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Klaus Janson (finishes). Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. There's good news and bad news for the Avengers! First, the good: Ultron has been defeated! But the bad: teammates continue to disappear left and right, and Korvac remains unaccounted for! When the Avengers return to their mansion, the situation just gets worse! A furious Peter Gyrich revokes the team's national priority status! And Tyrak is tearing up the New York harbor! What a mess! Shell-head dispatches Hawkeye, Ms. Marvel, the Vision, Scarlet Witch, and Wonder Man to stop Tyrak; while the other avengers work on the bizarre disappearances! It's 100% crisis management for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Cameo appearances by the Black Panther, Captain America, Crystal, Jocasta, Moondragon, Quicksilver, Two-Gun Kid, Ultron, and the Collector. (Notes: Tyrak previously appeared in Avengers 156. This issue briefly crosses over with Marvel Team-Up 69 and 70.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 173 CGC 6.0

Paper: White

Label #4309965021

The Korvac Saga: Part 6 of 10 - "Threshold of Oblivion!" Plot by Jim Shooter. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Sal Buscema (breakdowns) and Diverse Hands (finishes). Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. Avengers are vanishing one after another with no end in sight! Is someone collecting super-heroes? In an attempt to replenish the roster, Iron Man brings in the Black Panther, Black Widow, Hercules, and Captain Marvel to help. But to no avail as T'challa, the Scarlet Witch, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket all disappear from the mansion next! So the Avengers are down to their final four...Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor, and the Wasp. Is that going to be enough against an elder of the universe? Meanwhile, Michael (aka Korvac) continues his preparations for conquering the cosmos. Cameo appearances by Django Maximoff, Robert Frank (aka the Whizzer), Nick Fury, Charlie-27, Nikki, Starhawk, Vance Astro, the Watcher, Odin, Zeus, Mephisto, and Eternity. (Notes: The Collector previously appeared in Incredible Hulk 198. The letters page of Avengers 179 lists the inkers for this issue.) 36 pages Cover price $0.35.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 174 CGC 6.0

Paper: White

Label #4309965022

The Korvac Saga: Part 7 of 10 - "Captives of the Collector!" Plot by Jim Shooter. Script by Bill Mantlo. Pencils by Dave Wenzel. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. Finally, the Avengers come face-to-face with the Collector after teleporting to his orbiting spaceship! However, the elder of the universe is overjoyed to see Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor, and the Wasp; because his collection is almost complete! The four heroes furiously attack the Collector trying to achieve a quick victory; but the crafty elder subdues the thunder god, Shell-head, and the Wasp. Leaving the Avengers' Ace Archer as the last man standing! Can a mere mortal with a bow and arrows defeat an ancient elder of the universe? This may be Hawkeye's longest long shot ever! Cameo appearances by Michael (aka Korvac), the Black Panther, Black Widow, Captain Marvel, Hercules, Jocasta, Moondragon, Quicksilver, and the Two-Gun Kid. (Note: The Collector returns to existence in the Contest of Champions Limited Series issue 3.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Batman (1940) 299 VF- 7.5

Cover art by Jim Aparo. The Island of Purple Mist!, script by David Vern (as David V. Reed), pencils by John Calnan, inks by Dick Giordano; Baxter Baines admits that he wishes to unmask Batman. Hostess Twinkies ad starring Wonder Woman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. The Answer Man with Bob Rozakis. Kurt Schaffenberger bio. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

Batman (1940) 304 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4709180004

Cover pencils by Al Milgrom (layout) and Jim Aparo (signed), inks by Jim Aparo (signed). "To Hell with Batman--And Back!", script by David Vern (as David V. Reed), pencils by John Calnan, inks by Dick Giordano; The Dark Knight has been kidnapped and drugged by the Spook, who attempts to convince the hero that he has been killed. Hostess Twinkies ad starring Green Lantern and Mirror Master, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. "The Amazing Secret of Dr. Dundee" featuring the Public Life of Bruce Wayne, script by David Vern as (David V. Reed), pencils by Win Mortimer, inks by Frank Chiaramonte; Bruce Wayne reveals his secret identity to Douglas William Dundee, the surgeon that, with Thomas Wayne's help, aided Martha Wayne in giving birth to Bruce; He also hires him as Batman's personal doctor; While Bruce is getting a checkup, crooks break in to Dundee's office. Biography of DC publisher Jenette Kahn. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

Batman (1940) 306 FN 6.0

First standard-priced 40-cent cover issue. Cover by Jim Aparo. "Night of Siege," script by Gerry Conway, pencils by John Calnan, inks by Dave Hunt; An ex-junkie costumed vigilante called The Black Spider tries to kill dope dealer Hannibal Hardwicke; Batman saves Hardwicke and takes him to Bruce Wayne's penthouse apartment for safekeeping; The Black Spider battles past Batman into the apartment. "The Mystery Murderer of Mrs. Batman!", script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Don Newton, inks by Dave Hunt; A freezing gas in Jeff Richter's suit immobilizes Batman and Alfred; Batman checks Richter's fingerprints and discovers that each finger bears the print of a different criminal. Battlestar Galactica Monogram model kit ad on back cover. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.50.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 217 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3750873018

First appearance of Quasar (aka Marvel Man) in "The Search for Steve Rogers!" Plot by Roy Thomas. Script by Don Glut. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by John Buscema and Frank Giacoia. Captain America and the Falcon visit SHIELD's underground complex in Midtown...and meet the new Super-Agents of SHIELD! Nick Fury has been concerned about a shadowy organization called: The Corporation, so he recently assembled his own team of super-powered operatives. They are: the Blue Streak, Marvel Boy (aka Wendell Vaughn), the Texas Twister, and the Vamp. And now the Director of SHIELD wants the Sentinel of Liberty to put the new Super-Agents to the test! Four against one! This should be a piece of cake for the star-spangled avenger! First appearances of the Blue Streak and the Vamp. Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, Sharon Carter, Senator Kligger Stivak, Veda, and Redwing. (Notes: Wendell Vaughn was only called Marvel Boy in issue 217. Redwing appears for the first time since Captain America 191.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Cinefantastique (1970 Frederick S. Clarke) Vol. 7 #2 FN+ 6.5

Staple rust.

This issue includes the following: an interview with composer Hans J. Salter; on location of The Fury; reviews of Close Encounters of the Third Kind, The Hobbit, Man from Atlantis, and The Manitou; Dan O'Bannon on Alien; a full-cover preview of Planet of Dinosaurs; the preproduction of The Primevals; and more. Cover painting of Salter by Roger Stine. Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 152 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4708186009

Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Klaus Janson. Prisoner!, script by Roger McKenzie, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Klaus Janson; DD runs an intervention to reunite Foggy and Debbie; DD tangles with Paladin again on the trail of the Purple Man; Cobra and Mr. Hyde cameos. The letters page contains a statement of ownership--average print run 312,799; average paid circulation 125,079. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 155 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #3919729020

Cover pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Frank Springer. The Avengers (Captain America, the Black Widow, the Beast) and Hercules guest stars in The Man Without Fear?, script by Roger McKenzie, pencils by Frank Robbins, inks by Frank Springer; DD starts getting mysterious headaches that interfere with his daily activities; Matt hires Becky as his new secretary; Daredevil invades Avenger's mansion to confront a visiting Black Widow; Death-Stalker appearance. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

DC Comics Presents (1978 DC) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4443268007

First 50c cover-priced issue. Race to the End of Time! - Written by Martin Pasko. Art and Cover by José Luis García-López and Dan Adkins. Continued from the previous issue. In the 25th century, Superman secretly helps Flash deal with Professor Zoom, before the two head off again across time after Iylar, who is trying to reach the past and end an alien civil war before it began. Flash wants to make sure Iylar makes it through time, so that the Zelkot do not destroy Earth. Superman wants to ensure the war begins so that the Volkir visit Earth in the past and seed life on it. After a number of stops across time, Superman and Flash catch up to Iylar, stop him from preventing the war, and neutralize the aliens' threat against the Earth in the present. Characters in this issue: Superman [Clark Kent]; The Flash [Barry Allen]; Legion of Super-Heroes [Superboy; Brainiac 5; Wildfire; Mon-El; Cosmic Boy; Princess Projectra]; Reverse-Flash [Professor Zoom; Eobard Thawne]; Iylar; a Zelkot; a Volkir. 40 pages, full color. Cover price $0.50.

DC Special Series (1977) 9 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4612149024

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Wonder Woman Spectacular. The Amazon princess battles the god of war during World War II. Written by Jack C. Harris, with art by Steve Ditko, Russ Heath, Jose Delbo, Dick Ayers and Vince Colletta. Also includes a map of Wonder Womans home, Paradise Island. Cover by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and Dick Giordano. 84 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 478 VF+ 8.5

Last 35-cent cover-price. Cover pencils by Marshall Rogers, inks by Terry Austin. "The Coming of... Clayface III!" script by Len Wein, pencils by Marshall Rogers, inks by Dick Giordano; Preston Payne uses blood from Matt Hagen, the second Clayface, to try to change the effects of hyperpituitarism on his appearance; But the "cure" causes Payne's flesh to melt like wax and forces him to periodically dissolve others into protoplasm; When Batman interferes with Payne's theft of the components necessary to reverse his condition, he may become Clayface's next victim. Superman stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Big Fall." Letter to the editor from comics historian Peter Sanderson. 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 479 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4708676025

Cover pencils by Marshall Rogers, inks by Dick Giordano. "If a Man Be Made of Clay... !" script by Len Wein, pencils by Marshall Rogers, inks by Dick Giordano; Before Preston Payne can complete the mechanism which will restore his humanity, Batman confronts him and all of Clayface's efforts go up in fire and smoke. "True Heroes Never Die... !" script by Len Wein, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by John Celardo; Hawkman and Hawkwoman return from Thanagar only to find that in their absence, the Midway City Museum has been taken over by a man named Anton Lamont; Mavis Trent walks into the Hawks' former office to greet them just as Lamont is telling them how they've been fired. Onward and Upward publishorial by Jenette Kahn. 44 pgs., full color. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0270964009

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Frank Giacoia. Devil Dinosaur and Moon-Boy, script by Jack Kirby, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Deep in the Valley of the Flame, Moon-Boy reveals the origins of Devil Dinosaur; Is the red-skinned and red-eyed Dino as menacing as the town-folk believe? 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0351365008

Cover by Jack Kirby. Devil's War!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Devil must escape after a brutal attack from the Killer-Folk; Presuming Devil to be dead, Seven-Scars kidnaps Moon-Boy, holding him captive in a cave; Will Devil be able to find his friend before Seven-Scars performs a sacrifice with Moon-Boy and Long-Legs? 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #2122498004

Cover by Jack Kirby. Giant, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Who is the mysterious figure that watches over Moon-Boy and Devil as they sleep?; After Moon-Boy does some investigating of his own, he discovers a new race of giants; Do these giants have benevolent or sinister intentions for the Valley of the Flame? 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 4 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1568489008

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott. Object from the Sky, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; After a prophetic dream about Sky Demons, Moon-Boy discovers that his nightmare has become a reality; Who are these strange robot creatures falling from the skies?; And what plans do they have for Devil? Hostess Fruit Pies with Spider-Man, pencils by Sal Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott. 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3795297017

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott. Journey to the Center of the Ants!, script by Jack Kirby, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Moon-Boy wakes to find himself in a glass case, abducted by the Sky Demons; A hellish series of experiments follow; Meanwhile, Devil, White-Hair, and Stone-Hand find themselves in battle with two alien creatures on their way to the Tower of Death. 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 6 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0351365011

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott. Eev!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Stone-Hand saves Eev of the Forest-Folk after she is attacked by Sky Demons; The rescue leads to Stone-Hands deep infatuation with Eev and he claims her as wife; Moon-Boy attempts to flee the space carrier of the Sky Demons. 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 7 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #2112364012

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Steve Leialoha. Demon-Tree!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; After discovering Prime Computer and the three New Folk, Devil Dinosaur finds himself imprisoned with Stone-Hand and Eev; But why is Devil such a threat to Prime Computer?; This issue is a re-telling of the Garden of Eden fable, set in Valley of the Flame! 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Devil Dinosaur (1978) 8 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3768913020

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Walter Simonson. Dino-Riders, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Devil and Moon-Boy attempt to find the Small-Folk tribe, but attract the attention of Riders; Moon-Boy is able to escape, but he must leave Devil behind!; The Small-Folk are still cautious of Devil, but Moon-Boy assuages their fear. 36 pgs., full color. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

Donald Duck (1971-1980) Whitman Variants 202 FN 6.0

Whitman edition. Cover by Tony Strobl. Stories and art by Tony Strobl, Larry Mayer, Paul Murry, and Kay Wright. The classic adventures of Disney's Donald Duck, featuring art by Carl Barks and other great Disney artists. Donald finds a mermaid's magic whistle that grants any wish, and soon wishes he hadn't. Pluto sees a chance to be a hero after Jiminy Cricket tells him about a heroic dog. Donald shrinks down and catches a ride on an owl. The Sirens Whistle; Chicken Snatcher; The Wonder Dog; The Night Owl. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

Doorway to Nightmare (1978) 1 VF+ 8.5

Cover art by Mike Kaluta. The Cuckoo Cuckoos Hostess snack cakes ad with the Penguin. First appearance of Madame Xanadu in "Cindy Barns," script by David Michelinie, art by Val Mayerik; A young actress consults Madame Xanadu about the mysterious, occult goings-on surrounding her new boyfriend; this is a "new experience in the occult!" Article with information on Madame Xanadu. Daily Planet Volume 77 Issue 40 promo. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

Eerie (1966 Warren Magazine) 89 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4657018017

Stories in this issue include: The Rook: Trouble in the Time Factory by Bill DuBay and Luis Bermejo; Crystabelle by Bill DuBay and Leo Duranona; Francesca by Bruce Jones and Gonzalo Mayo; The Black Demon's Sword: The Magician's Tower by Budd Lewis and Jose Ortiz; and Boiling Point part two by Bruce Jones and Leopold Sanchez. Cover art by Malcolm McNeill. Cover price $1.25.

Ghost Rider (1973 1st Series) 29 VF 8.0

Part 1 of 4 - "Deadly Pawn!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Story by Roger McKenzie. Art by Don Perlin, Tony DeZuniga and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by Rich Buckler and Frank Giacoia. Ghost Rider and Doctor Strange, Master of the Mystic Arts, are drawn into the sinister schemes of Dread Dormammu! 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Spider-Man stars in Hostess ad "Spoils a Snatch!" Cover price $0.35.

Ghost Rider (1973 1st Series) 30 FN- 5.5

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Part 2 of 4 - "The Mage and the Monster!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Story by Roger McKenzie. Art by Don Perlin and Jim Mooney. Cover by Ernie Chan. The Dread Dormammu has turned the macabre power of the Ghost Rider against his hated foe, Doctor Strange! can the Master of the Mystic Arts find a way to save Blaze's soul, or will he be forced to destroy the Spirit of Vengeance?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.35.

Ghost Rider (1973 1st Series) 31 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4708676017

Part 3 of 4 - "Demon's Rage!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Story by Roger McKenzie and Don Perlin. Art by Don Perlin and Jim Mooney. Cover by Ernie Chan. Get ready for the strangest Marvel Team-Up ever, as Doctor Strange assaults the out-of-control Ghost Rider from within his demonic mind, Johnny Blaze through magical means uses the Master of the Art's own body to assault Ghost Rider on the physical plain. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Thor stars in a Hostess ad, "Thor Meets a Glutton for Gold!" Cover price $0.35.

Ghost Rider (1973 1st Series) 31 VF 8.0

Part 3 of 4 - "Demon's Rage!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Story by Roger McKenzie and Don Perlin. Art by Don Perlin and Jim Mooney. Cover by Ernie Chan. Get ready for the strangest Marvel Team-Up ever, as Doctor Strange assaults the out-of-control Ghost Rider from within his demonic mind, Johnny Blaze through magical means uses the Master of the Art's own body to assault Ghost Rider on the physical plain. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Thor stars in a Hostess ad, "Thor Meets a Glutton for Gold!" Cover price $0.35.

Ghost Rider (1973 1st Series) 31 VF 8.0

Part 3 of 4 - "Demon's Rage!" Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Story by Roger McKenzie and Don Perlin. Art by Don Perlin and Jim Mooney. Cover by Ernie Chan. Get ready for the strangest Marvel Team-Up ever, as Doctor Strange assaults the out-of-control Ghost Rider from within his demonic mind, Johnny Blaze through magical means uses the Master of the Art's own body to assault Ghost Rider on the physical plain. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Thor stars in a Hostess ad, "Thor Meets a Glutton for Gold!" Cover price $0.35.

GI Combat (1952) 209 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #3710660016

84 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 6 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4660067006

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"A Monster Enslaved!" Part 1 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe. Has S.H.I.E.LD., with help from Stark International (a company owned by Tony Stark a.k.a. Iron Man), finally devised a way to take down the reptilian titan known as Godzilla. Plus, what is "Mr. Project," and what does it mean for Godzilla. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 6 CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4657315002

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"A Monster Enslaved!" Part 1 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe. Has S.H.I.E.LD., with help from Stark International (a company owned by Tony Stark a.k.a. Iron Man), finally devised a way to take down the reptilian titan known as Godzilla. Plus, what is "Mr. Project," and what does it mean for Godzilla. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 7 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4660067007

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"Birth of a Warrior!" Part 2 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. Godzilla has just awoken from his gas induced sleep and he's not happy. Is there nothing that can stop the monster's rampage. Maybe the giant robot known as Red Ronin, piloted by the young Rob Takiguchi, can. 1st appearance of Red Ronin. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 9 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4660067009

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"The Fate of Las Vegas!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. The lumbering leviathan's travels have brought him to the City of Lights. Can Las Vegas survive a rampage by the King of all Monsters? Don't bet on it. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 10 CGC 6.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4660067010

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"Godzilla vs. Yetigar!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. On the precipice of the Grand Canyon, Godzilla comes face-to-face with another gigantic monster of strength and power. Yetigar, the biggest big foot, is here to challenge Godzilla for the title. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 11 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4660067011

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"Arena for Three!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. It's a three-way clash of titans. On the floor of the Grand Canyon, Godzilla battles the giant bigfoot known as Yetigar and Red Ronin is caught in the middle.

NOTE: "Yetigar appears again years later in Avengers West Coast (1985-1994) #32." - Odinson, mycomishop.com Archivist

Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 11 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4657315004

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"Arena for Three!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. It's a three-way clash of titans. On the floor of the Grand Canyon, Godzilla battles the giant bigfoot known as Yetigar and Red Ronin is caught in the middle.

NOTE: "Yetigar appears again years later in Avengers West Coast (1985-1994) #32." - Odinson, mycomishop.com Archivist

Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 11 CGC 6.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4657315003

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"Arena for Three!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Fred Kida. It's a three-way clash of titans. On the floor of the Grand Canyon, Godzilla battles the giant bigfoot known as Yetigar and Red Ronin is caught in the middle.

NOTE: "Yetigar appears again years later in Avengers West Coast (1985-1994) #32." - Odinson, mycomishop.com Archivist

Cover price $0.35.