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2099 Unlimited (1993 Marvel) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4619158024

Direct Edition. Cover by Chris Wozniak. 1st app of Hulk 2099 in "Nothing Ever Changes," script by Evan Skolnik, pencils by Chris Wozniak, inks by Chris Ivy; Mutagen is planning on eliminating Homo-inferior; as he calls normal humans; for starters he chooses the hospital one of Spider-Mans friends is in; It is a long hard battle but Spidey is victorious in the end, though Mutagen does get away. Untitled story, script by Gerard Jones, art by Dwayne Turner; Hulk comes out of a six day anger binge to find that his current project at work has been reassigned due to his absence; While researching his next job he comes across evidence that leads him to discover a contract on Naomi. 68 pgs., full color. $3.95. Cover price $3.95.

2099 Unlimited (1993 Marvel) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4619158021

Direct Edition. Cover by Chris Wozniak. 1st app of Hulk 2099 in "Nothing Ever Changes," script by Evan Skolnik, pencils by Chris Wozniak, inks by Chris Ivy; Mutagen is planning on eliminating Homo-inferior; as he calls normal humans; for starters he chooses the hospital one of Spider-Mans friends is in; It is a long hard battle but Spidey is victorious in the end, though Mutagen does get away. Untitled story, script by Gerard Jones, art by Dwayne Turner; Hulk comes out of a six day anger binge to find that his current project at work has been reassigned due to his absence; While researching his next job he comes across evidence that leads him to discover a contract on Naomi. 68 pgs., full color. $3.95. Cover price $3.95.

Action Comics (1938 DC) 685D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3957486003

Direct Edition. Part 2 of the 8-part 'Funeral for a Friend,' continued from Adventures of Superman (1939) #498. Clark Kent is discovered missing in the wake of Superman's tragic battle with Doomsday while, in the Man of Steel's absence, Supergirl moves to take up his position as guardian of Metropolis. Continued in Superman The Man of Steel (1991) #20. Written by Roger Stern, with art by Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier. Cover by Guice. 36 pages, Full Color, $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

Action Comics (1938 DC) 689N CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3831676001

Newsstand Edition. The 'Reign of the Supermen' continues from Adventures of Superman (1939) #502. The Last Son of Krypton squares off against the Man of Steel for the right to be Superman. Continued in Superman The Man of Steel (1991) #24. All the Superman titles now use a new, upgraded color process that employs an increased color palette. Written by Roger Stern, with art by Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier. Cover by Ed Hannigan, Kerry Gammill and Guice. 36 pages, Full Color, $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Adventures of Superman (1987) 498 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4644511008

Part 1 of the 8-part 'Funeral for a Friend,' continued from Superman (1987) #75: The DC Universe goes into mourning as the Man of Steel is pronounced dead and all of Metropolis prepares for life without Superman. Continued in Action Comics (1938 DC) #685. Written by Jerry Ordway, with art by Tom Grummett and Doug Hazlewood. Cover by Grummett and Hazlewood Cover price $1.25.

Adventures of Superman (1987) 500U CGC 9.0 Unbagged No Card

Paper: White

Collector's Edition.

Label #4657810002

Jerry Ordway script. This copy is not in original white polybag and does not include trading card. NOTE: Copies where the translucent sticker featuring Pa Kent's arm reaching out towards Superman have been removed will be graded in GD condition. Cover price $2.95.

Aliens Predator The Deadliest of Species (1993) Ashcan 1SILVER VF/NM 9.0

Limited Ashcan edition with SILVER FOIL cover. Limited to 1000 copies, originally came sealed in protective sleeve with numbered Official Hero Original Seal of Authenticity. NOTE: May or may not be in original protective sleeve with seal. Script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Jackson (Butch) Guice. Half color; half black-and-white. John Bolton cover. 5.25-in. x 8.5-in.; 16 pages.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 374D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #18-2F6F3CB-049

Direct Edition. "Murder on Parade" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Several days ago, Richard and Mary Parker experienced the upside of having a son who is a superhero. But today they experience the downside...in spades! Venom believes that the Parkers need protection from their web-slinging son! So, the Lethal Protector tries to kidnap them! But the amazing one won't let that happen without a fight! And what a fight it is! Venom and the wall-crawler battle from block to block for the same goal: saving the Parkers! Truly a bizarre twist! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Ben Urich, Joy Mercado, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The letters page previews the cover to Amazing Spider-Man 375.) 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 374D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4610966016

Direct Edition. "Murder on Parade" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Several days ago, Richard and Mary Parker experienced the upside of having a son who is a superhero. But today they experience the downside...in spades! Venom believes that the Parkers need protection from their web-slinging son! So, the Lethal Protector tries to kidnap them! But the amazing one won't let that happen without a fight! And what a fight it is! Venom and the wall-crawler battle from block to block for the same goal: saving the Parkers! Truly a bizarre twist! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Ben Urich, Joy Mercado, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The letters page previews the cover to Amazing Spider-Man 375.) 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 375 CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4660816003

Direct Edition. 30th Anniversary issue of Amazing Spiderman #1. "The Bride of Venom" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Gold foil holografix cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Inside an abandoned Brooklyn amusement park, the Lethal Protector holds Richard and Mary Parker captive! The disturbed Venom thinks he's just doing what's best for Peter's parents! But that's not going to work! No way, no how! So, the wall-crawler heads to the park knowing a fierce fight awaits! However, the web-slinger may have help this time from a very unlikely source... Eddie Brock's ex-wife! Wow, will there be a family reunion atop the Ferris wheel? Or perhaps a funeral beneath it? One way or another, the Amazing Spider-Man and Venom battle for the last time! Cameo appearances by Silver Sable, Battlestar, Mary Jane Watson, and J. Jonah Jameson. Second story: "True Friends!" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Patrick Olliffee. Inks by Mark McKenna. Aware of what the Human Torch did to Empire State University, Spider-Man vows to bring his friend to justice. Cameo appearance by Silver Sable. Plot crosses over with Fantastic Four 373 & 374. Third story: "The Monster Within" Script by Eric Fein. Art by Dan Panosian. JJJ tries to get his son, John Jameson, started in the field of journalism. Fourth story: "Echoes..." Script by Terry Kavanagh. Pencils by Aaron Lopresti. Inks by Don Hudson. The Chameleon visits the grave of Kraven the Hunter. (Notes: Venom appears next in the first issue of his Lethal Protector (1993) series. The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 660,958. average paid circulation 544,900.) 68 pages. Cover price $3.95.

Asylum (1993 Milennium) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4660189018

John Bolton, Craig Russell art Cover price $2.50.

Bartman (1993) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4630917013

This is the direct edition with Silver Foil Cover and Bartman poster insert. Cover pencils by Steve Vance, inks by Bill Morrison. Matt Groening discusses the Bart Philosophy. The Comic Cover Caper!, script by Cindy Vance (co-plot) and Steve Vance, pencils by Steve Vance (layouts) and Phil Ortiz, inks by Bill Morrison and Tim Bavington (additional inks); Bartman puts a stop to a comic book collector scam. Bart's 40 least favorite items. 36 pgs. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Batman (1940) 492A FN+ 6.5 Jones

Signed by Kelly Jones. No autograph certification is included. Water spot.

KnightFall Part 1. The Mad Hatter invites Batman and Robin to a deadly tea party, while Bane contends with a nosy Film Freak in "Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Written by Doug Moench. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 497 CGC 9.6 Direct Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4665284010

Direct Edition with Overlay cover. Bane breaks Batman's back in Batman KnightFall Part 11. Home turf does not prove an advantage when Bane breaks Batman's back in the Batcave in "The Broken Bat." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #664. Written by Doug Moench. Pencils by Jim Aparo. Inks by Dick Giordano. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Batman (1940) 500B CGC 9.6 Die-Cut Variant

Paper: White

Collector's Edition.

Label #4665284002

THIS COMIC IS NOT POLYBAGGED. Wraparound die-cut cover by Joe Quesada & Kevin Nowlan. KnightFall Part 19. The concluding chapter of KnightFall finds Batman (Jean-Paul Valley) determined to break Bane the way the villain broke his predecessor in "Dark Angel." Nightwing cameo. Written by Doug Moench. Art for Chapter 1 ("The Fall") by Jim Aparo & Terry Austin. Art for Chapter 2 ("The Descent") by Mike Manley. Comes with 2 postcards: 'Classic Batman' by Jim Aparo and 'The New Batman' by Mike Manley. 68 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $3.95.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4550401019

"Riot Act II." Batman and Robin race against the clock to combat the illiteracy disease that is plaguing Gotham City. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Written by Martin Pasko and Kelley Puckett. Pencils by Brad Rader, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Mike Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) 12D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1254733006

Direct Edition. 1st appearance of Harley Quinn in a comic book. "Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

Batman Adventures (1992 1st Series) 12D CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4216806020

Direct Edition. 1st appearance of Harley Quinn in a comic book. "Batgirl: Day One." Barbara Gordon attends a costume party dressed as Batgirl. Unfortunately, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn also decide to show up. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

Batman Mask of the Phantasm (1993) 1A CGC 9.8 Timm

Paper: White

Prestige Format.

Label #4646301024

Deluxe Edition, $4.95 cover, Deluxe style. Written by Kelley Puckett. Art by Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett. Cover by Bruce Timm. Has Bruce Wayne finally found love? Meanwhile, a new vigilante in Gotham has Batman running in circles as he takes out members of a crime family, and when the Joker gets things get cranked up to eleven! The official comics adaptation of the Warner Bros. animated movie. 6.75-in. x 10.25-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

Batman Mask of the Phantasm (1993) 1A CGC 9.6 Timm

Paper: White

Prestige Format

Label #3740262006

Deluxe Edition, $4.95 cover, Deluxe style. Written by Kelley Puckett. Art by Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett. Cover by Bruce Timm. Has Bruce Wayne finally found love? Meanwhile, a new vigilante in Gotham has Batman running in circles as he takes out members of a crime family, and when the Joker gets things get cranked up to eleven! The official comics adaptation of the Warner Bros. animated movie. 6.75-in. x 10.25-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

Batman Sword of Azrael (1992) 4 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665284009

Azrael. Batman. The demon Biis...their three-way conflict ends in a fiery cataclysm beneath an oil refinery in the Southwestern USA. What emerges are two new allies, separated by a shadow of violence, bound by a shared secret...the identity of the man behind the Dark Knight's mask! The conclusion to this miniseries leads into Batman (1940) #488. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art and cover by Joe Quesada and Kevin Nowlan. New Format. Cover price $1.75.

Biker Mice from Mars (1993) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4659540019

Direct Edition. Untitled story starring Throttle, Modo, Vinnie, Greasepit, and Lawrence Limburger, script by Rick Ungar and Bob Forward, pencils by Rurik Tyler, inks by Gary Fields; A trio of motorcycle-riding rodents battles aliens with designs on Earth. Based on the science fiction/action animated series created by Rick Ungar. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.50.

Cable (1993 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4531574007

Gold foil cover. Cover art by Art Thibert. Rocks and Waves, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Art Thibert, inks by Art Thibert, Trevor Scott, Dan Panosian, Danny Miki, and Al Milgrom; Kane is stranded in Cable's future and learns all he can about the mysterious Askani leader; Cable returns and informs the Clan Chosen that they must destroy a time displacement machine located in Niagra Falls; Kane has hopes that the machine can send him home before it is destroyed. 52 pgs. $3.50. Cover price $3.50.

Codename Strykeforce Ashcan (1993) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Special Edition Ashcan.

Label #4181179005

16 page B & W preview. Marc Silvestri and Brandon Peterson.

Darker Image (1993) Special Ashcan Edition 1 VF- 7.5

Ashcan edition of Darker Image #1. Limited to an unknown number of editions; all are stamped at the bottom of the front cover, and some copies are sealed with an Homage Studios sticker (see individual item scans). NOTE: Generic image is for reference purposes only and does not reflect edition number or sticker status of copies listed.

Death The High Cost of Living (1993) 1A CBCS 6.0 Verified Sig Gaiman McKean

Paper: Off white to white

Verified Signature: Neal Gaiman. Direct Edition.

Label #22-1A88B8A-001

She is Dream's elder sister, the one who will end the Endless - the one who closes up the Universe when Destiny reads the last word on the last page of his book. She is Death. There is a rumor that on one day of every century, Death clothes herself in mortal flesh and walks among the living. It is, they say, the price she pays for being the one who separates all that came before from all that will continue. It turns out that this rumor is true. This century, Death comes to New York. Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Chris Bachalo and Mark Buckingham, and colors by Steve Oliff. Cover by Dave McKean with an added fifth metallic color. Suggested for Mature Readers. Deluxe Format. Cover price $1.95.

Death The High Cost of Living (1993) 2 CBCS 9.0 Verified Sig Gaiman

Paper: Off white to white

Verified Signature: Neil Gaiman. Direct Edition.

Label #22-1A88B8A-002

Death (also known as Didi) and Sexton embark on the hunt for Mad Hettie's heart...and are promptly sidetracked by a bit of nightlife at the local club while the nightmarish plan of the Eremite begins to unfold. Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Chris Bachalo and Mark Buckingham, and colors by Steve Oliff. Cover by Dave McKean. Suggested for Mature Readers. Deluxe Format. Cover price $1.95.

Death The High Cost of Living (1993) 3A CBCS 9.4 Verified Sig Gaiman McKean

Paper: Off white to white

Verified Signature: Neil Gaiman. Error Edition.

Label #22-1A88B8A-003

This is the regular printing with a $1.95 cover price. Pages 19 & 20 were flipped, DC reissued a free corrected version of this comic with no cover price. Death's day as a mortal may end sooner than she had planned. Cornered by the Eremite in a warehouse, she teaches Sexton a hard lesson about the economics of existence. Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Chris Bachalo and Mark Buckingham, and colors by Steve Oliff. Bonus pin-up by John Totleben. Cover by Dave McKean. Suggested for Mature Readers. Deluxe Format. Cover price $1.95.

Deathblow (1993) Ashcan 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Manufactured with "No. 3304" printed on cover.

Label #4660648010

Ashcan sized.

Ectokid (1993 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3831675025

Super heroes from the mind of Clive Barker. Dex Mungo finds himself traveling between dimensions, one moment running away from goons in New Orleans and the next...running from creatures in a kind of hell in "Chase." Appearances by Ice and Tom Augustine, Catherine Monvoisin, Cyrano De Bergerac. Script by James Robinson, pencils by Steve Skroce, inks by Bob Dvorak. Plus: a tale of Hokum & Hex - "Have You Heard the One About...Felon Bale?" Continued in Hokum and Hex (1993) #1. Script by Frank Lovece, pencils by Anthony Williams, inks by Andy Lanning. Embossed cover by Skroce. Cover price $2.50.

El Gato Negro (1993) 1 CGC 9.6 SS Dominguez

Paper: White

Signed by Richard Dominguez on 8/24/24.

Label #4492384005

Gambit (1993 1st Series Marvel) 1A.N CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4621321006

Newsstand Edition. Tithing, script by Howard Mackie, pencils by Lee Weeks, inks by Klaus Janson; Henri LeBeau sneaks into X-Mansion and tells his young step-brother, Gambit, that the time of the tithing has come and he is needed in New Orleans as the Assassins Guild is trying to break the old pacts; As they are speaking, Henri is cut down by an assassins arrow; Gambit gives chase and discovers that the killer is Julien, the "dead" brother of his wife; Learning that Bella Donna is also alive (she was "killed" in X-Men (Marvel, 1991 series) #8) Gambit and Rogue prepare to leave for New Orleans. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 133 VF 8.0

"Recon By Fire" Written by Larry Hama. Breakdowns by Andrew Wildman. Finishes by Stephen Baskerville. Cover by Andrew Wildman. As Cobra's assault on the Joes' HQ comes to a close, Duke, Roadblock, Snake-Eyes and Scarlett go off for a little R & R (reconnaissance and rescue). Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 139D VF 8.0

Direct Edition. GI Joe and the Transformers: Generation 2: Part 1 of 4 - "Realignments!" Story by Larry Hama. Art by Chris Batista. The mighty Megatron arrives at Castle Destro and is not pleased with what he finds. But if Cobra Commander can somehow reason with the Cybertronian giant, Cobra may obtain a powerful new foe that could turn the scales in their war against GI Joe. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.

Hulk Future Imperfect (1992) 2 CGC 9.8 JSA Perez

Paper: White

George Perez authenticated autograph on inside back cover.

Label #4639940002

Future Imperfect: Part 2 of 2 - Written by Peter David. Art and Cover by George Perez. Featuring an embossed cover! The Maestro conquers the Hulk and holds him prisoner! Will dreams of power seduce the Hulk into ruling Dystopia alongside his captor? Also featuring Rick Jones and Janis (Rick Jones' great granddaughter). Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $5.95.

Killer Instinct Tour Book (1993) 1A CBCS 9.4 Verified Sig Jim Lee/Booth/Choi/Garner/Re

Paper: White

Verified Signatures: Jim Lee, Brett Booth, Brandon Choi, Alex Garner and Sal Regla.

Label #22-1A88B8A-007

Red Foil Title. Cover price $5.00.

Legacy (1993 Majestic) 0D CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Prism Variant

Label #19-2B0472B-024

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Silver prism background

Legacy (1993 Majestic) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2B0472B-026

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Glow-in-the-Dark $2.25 cover Cover price $2.25.

Marvel Holiday Special (1991 Marvel) 1994 CGC 9.8 SS Witterstaetter/Defalco/Golden/Broderick

Paper: White

Signed & sketch by Renee Witterstaetter on 1/15/23 & signed by Tom Defalco, Michael Golden on 1/15/23, Pat Broderick & Alex Saviuk on 3/30/23.

Label #2769352006

1994 on cover, c1993 indicia. Spider-Man in "Hopes and Fears" by Steven Grant & Pat Broderick; Nick Fury in "Down Time" by Howard Chaykin; Tom DeFalco & Mark Gruenwald in "The Gift of the Marvelites" by Barry Dutter & Marie Severin; Captain Ultra in "Mud Pi" by Scott Lobdell & Dennis Jensen; Ghost Rider in "Harvey Teabiscuit's Yule Log" by Ann Nocenti, Tom Grindberg & Bob Almond; Hulk in "Free Will" by Peter David, Ron Lim & Bill Anderson. Pin-ups by Pat Olliffe & Michael Golden, Alex Saviuk, Tom Morgan, Nick Nepolitano, Dennis & Ryan Jensen. Cover by Michael Kaluta. Cover price $2.95.

Maxx (1993) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665283017

Cover art by Sam Kieth. Jungle Flowers Grown in Blood, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Julie escapes; Gone and Maxx fight in the Outback, which is slightly explained. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Maxx (1993) 6D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4665283018

Direct Edition. Cover art by Sam Kieth. The Savage Dragon, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Julie and Sarah's Mom talk about violence in the media; Maxx battles Mako. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Monster Massacre (1993) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4660189019

Stories by James O'Barr, Kevin Eastman, Kevin O'Neill, Keith Giffen Cover price $2.50.

Next Men (1992) John Byrne's 21 VF 8.0

NOTE: 1st appearance of Mike Mignola's Hellboy (1st full app. in comic books) - Faith: Part 3 of 4 - Story and art by John Byrne. Cover by Mike Mignola. Guest-starring Hellboy. When Legends clash! (Or crossover!) Presenting the first "official crossover" within the Legend line -- the Next Men meet Mike Mignola's HELLBOY! Danny is actually the lucky one to have his path cross that of the World's Greatest Paranormal Investigator, in a segment drawn by guest Legend star Mike Mignola. Meanwhile, we present the life of Christ as seen through the eyes of Jack, whose imagination infuses the well-known story with some familiar faces. In the ongoing saga of Mark, a.k.a. MIV, we find out just what he's been doing during the missing seven years of his life. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

Night Man (1993 Malibu) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4403226020

Cover art by Darick Robertson. Untitled Night Man story, script by Steve Englehart, pencils by Darick Robertson, inks by Andrew Pepoy; Intro and origin of Night Man; Johnny Domino survives a car accident; When walking home from the hospital, he can hear a man's thoughts that indicate he wants to kill a woman; Alarmed, Johnny believes he may be going crazy because of the hunk of metal that is still embedded in his brain, but decides to investigate this man in case he isn't insane; He follows the man to a restaurant and overhears the man set up a date with the waitress there for the upcoming Saturday; Johnny leaves the area and rushes home to decide what to do where he comes into contact with two burglars; Donning a costume, Johnny defeats the two burglars, proving to himself that he has what it takes to face a killer if he needs to. "C: The Sorcerer," script by Barry Windsor-Smith and Chris Ulm, pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith, inks by John Floyd; Rune origin, Part 3; Continued between Prime #5/Hardcase #5. "Second Chapter" starring Magnor, script by Mark Evanier, art by Sergio Aragones. Flip cover connects with 8 other October 1993 Ultraverse covers to form one image. 48 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Night Thrasher (1993 Marvel) Australian Price Variant 1 CGC 8.5 SS Bagley

Paper: White

Signed and sketch by Mark Bagley on 08/19/2021. Australian Price Variant.

Label #3850199001

Australian Price Variant. Poisoned Memories: Part 2 of 3 - "Family Ties!" Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art and cover by Javier Saltares. The New Warriors get kidnapped. In order to save them, Dwayne must battle the Vietnamese gang Poison Memories and the Red Mirror. Includes the back-up "A Drop in the Puddle!" Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art by Mark Bagley and Larry Mahlstedt. Story continues in New Warriors (1990 1st Series) #38. 52 pages, FC.

Prophet (1993 1st Series) 1A CGC 9.8 Liefeld

Paper: White

Label #2032246005

Continued from Youngblood #4. Cover pencils by Rob Liefeld, inks by Dan Panosian. Prophecy, script by Rob Liefeld, pencils by Rob Liefeld (layouts) and Dan Panosian, inks by Dan Panosian; Prophet and Kirby head to the G.A.T.E. Research Center in Alaska to re-establish a link with the D.O.C.C. satellite--the source of Prophet's power. Liefeld talks about the series. Prophet pinup, pencils by Victor Bridges, inks by Dan Panosian. Prophet pinup by Jason Pearson. Redemption coupon 1 of 3 for mail-in offer for Prophet #0 bound into the center of the comic. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Sally Forth (1993 Eros) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4604910008

By Wallace Wood. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

Second Life of Doctor Mirage (1993) 1B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Gold Edition.

Label #4628214017

Gold logo background. "Darque Passage" is written by Bob Layton, pencilled by Bernard Chang, and inked by Ken Branch. The centerspread is a slick, color pull-out poster. The story itself combines humor, pathos, and romance with the adventures of a dead man! It ties in with the Shadowman saga. This has one of the lowest printings of any Valiant first issues. Cover price $2.50.

Sensational She-Hulk (1989) 52 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4003765015

Cover art by Adam Hughes. To Die and Live in L.A.! Part 1 of 6: Visit L.A. and Die!, script by Michael Eury, pencils by Todd Britton, inks by Mike DeCarlo; She-Hulk battles the Rumbler, to the death! Mr. Fantastic and The Thing appear. 36 pgs. $1.75. Cover price $1.75.

Shadowman (1992 1st Series) 11 CBCS 9.8 Verified Sig Layton/ Hall

Paper: White

Verified Signatures: Bob Layton and Bob Hall.

Label #24-09703B8-020

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Part 2 of 3. Jack is finding it harder to distinguish between his everyday life as a musician and his role as Shadowman, purveyor of the night. Does he have superpowers or doesn't he? Well, he's sure going to need them as Master Darque's forces plot to take back the night from Shadowman. "The Day of Your Death" is written by Bob Hall, with art by Bob Hall and Tom Mandrake. Cover by Bob Hall and Tom Ryder. Cover price $2.50.