Auctions: comic books 2002

Batman (1940) 608A VF- 7.5 Lee

First Printing. Direct Edition. Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 608A.N NM- 9.2

First Printing. Newsstand Edition. Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 608B FN/VF 7.0 Lee Variant 2nd Printing

2nd printing. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose! Featuring Killer Croc, with appearances by Poison Ivy and Catwoman. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Deadpool (1997 1st Series) 62 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4546896023

Funeral For a Freak #2; cover by georges jeanty frank tieri (W)/georges jeanty (P)/jon holdredge (I) What will Wade Wilson do when he realizes his biggest enemy is himself? And just who are all of the costumed crazies running around claiming to be Deadpool? Cover price $2.25.

Futurama Comics (2000 Bongo) 7 FN/VF 7.0

by Rogers, Delaney, and Morrison By now, your all familiar with the story of Phillip J. Fry and how he found his way to the 30th century by way of an ill-fated pizza delivery. What if...everything you know is, well...different. What if...instead, Fry, a man destined to change the course of human history, is, in fact, being pursued by a deadly robotic bending unit from the far-flung future bent on termination, and his only hope is a one-eyed, butt-kickin', alien beauty. Or is it? What if...we just stop saying "what if?" Suppose...you buy this comic and learn the truth? It's a past with a blast from a not so distant future in January! FC, 32pg $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Futurama Comics (2000 Bongo) 9 NM- 9.2

by Rogers, King, & Morrison It seems like "Great Nephew Day" creeps up on you all of a sudden, just like "Red-Headed Stepchild Day." So Fry goes in search of the perfect gift for Professor Farnsworth. Little does he know that his gift will lead to a scientifically unexplainable phenomenon that will make them both swap bodies! The whole thing turns into a really "Freaky Fry Day," and just when you were finally putting away the decorations from "Kumquat Appreciation Day!" FC, 32pg $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Futurama Comics (2000 Bongo) 10 NM- 9.2

by Rogers & Delaney By some divine instrument of destiny or by the bestowing of an innate talent by the powers that be, Fry, Leela, Bender, and Scruffy find themselves representing the Earth on the Olympic swurling team under the tutelage of hall of fame swurling coach Vic Lebruteski. But what is really behind their newfound abilities, and what exactly is in it for the coach and Planet Express. It appears that they will soon be putting their lives on the line in front of an universal arena that is out for blood. Capture the spirit of the games in November! FC, 32pg $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Gotham Girls (2002) 3 VF 8.0

WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES Harley Quinn gets control of a chemical formula everyone wants, which means that nothing goes as planned ? not even for her best pal Poison Ivy. And Detective Reneé Montoya is hot on everyone's trail... FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Marvel vs. DC TPB (1996 Marvel/DC) 1-REP FN/VF 7.0

2nd and later printings. Collects Marvel Versus DC (1996) #1-4 and Doctor Strangefate (1996) #1.

Written by Ron Marz and Peter David. Art by Dan Jurgens, Claudio Castellini, Joe Rubenstein, and Paul Neary.

When a young man stumbles upon a cosmic anomaly, the DC and Marvel Universes begin to merge with some most unexpected results. The Juggernaut is running amuck in Metropolis, the murderous Bullseye invades the Batcave, Robin the Boy Wonder pops up at Xavier's School for the Gifted, and J. Jonah Jameson is Editor-n-Chief of the Daily Planet. Then, things get worse when the very fabric of reality threatens to destroy itself.

Now, the champions of two universes must combat each other for the fate of their own existence. Includes a cover gallery and dossiers on the creators and combatants.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

NOTE: Co-published by Marvel Comics and DC Comics

Cover price $15.95.

Marvel vs. DC TPB (1996 Marvel/DC) 1-REP VG/FN 5.0

2nd and later printings. Collects Marvel Versus DC (1996) #1-4 and Doctor Strangefate (1996) #1.

Written by Ron Marz and Peter David. Art by Dan Jurgens, Claudio Castellini, Joe Rubenstein, and Paul Neary.

When a young man stumbles upon a cosmic anomaly, the DC and Marvel Universes begin to merge with some most unexpected results. The Juggernaut is running amuck in Metropolis, the murderous Bullseye invades the Batcave, Robin the Boy Wonder pops up at Xavier's School for the Gifted, and J. Jonah Jameson is Editor-n-Chief of the Daily Planet. Then, things get worse when the very fabric of reality threatens to destroy itself.

Now, the champions of two universes must combat each other for the fate of their own existence. Includes a cover gallery and dossiers on the creators and combatants.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

NOTE: Co-published by Marvel Comics and DC Comics

Cover price $15.95.

Noble Causes Family Secrets (2002) 3B CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #2122967012

(W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Jon Sommariva (I) John Wycough & Jon Sommariva Cover A by Mike Avon Oeming Cover B by Jim Valentino FC 32pp $2.95 The Concept: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land ? an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. This Issue: It's guest-stars galore as Rusty goes on a rampage, interrogating various Image super-heroes who he thinks may have gotten Zephyr pregnant! Meanwhile, Doc makes a startling discovery of his own, and Liz has a confrontation with the person who leaked the latest Noble scandal to the press. Australian artist Jon Sommariva illustrates the back-up story, which provides a glimpse into Frost's troubled childhood. Cover price $2.95.

Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 49 #12 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4665147001

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MATURE READERS.

Shang-Chi Master of Kung Fu (2002 Marvel Max) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4715501020

Mortal Spirit - Written by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jimmy Palmiotti. Cover by Paul Gulacy. It's bone-breaking kung fu action and sexy spy action in this new MAX series! And who better to bring the martial arts special agent into the present than Doug Moench and Paul Gulacy, the creative team that made him great?! In this issue: Clive Reston finds Shang-Chi in a peaceful paradise and tries to persuade him to help bring down a mysterious figure by the name of Saint Germain -- a powerful figure with the means to destroy the world and who now holds the woman that Shang-Chi once loved captive. Characters: Leiko Wu; Shang-Chi; Moving Shadow; Saint Germain; Clive Reston; Black Jack Tarr. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. (Parental Advisory for Explicit Content.) Cover price $2.99.

Shang-Chi Master of Kung Fu (2002 Marvel Max) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4715501021

Immortal Blood - Written by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jimmy Palmiotti. Cover by Paul Gulacy. The martial arts spy action continues in this new MAX series! In this issue: Reston and Tarr fill Shang-Chi in on the details of Saint Germain's master plan, and it's not good. In the end, the three of them set off to stop him: Reston and Tarr will stop the ship of supplies and Shang-Chi will find Leiko. When Shang-Chi arrives to save Leiko, the identity of Saint Germain is revealed. Characters: Clive Reston; Shang-Chi; Black Jack Tarr; Saint Germain; Moving Shadow; Spetz and the Omega Team. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. (Parental Advisory for Explicit Content.) Cover price $2.99.

Spider-Man and the Black Cat The Evil That Men Do (2002) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4403342018

(3 of 6) Written by Kevin Smith. Pencils by Terry Dodson. Inks by Rachel Dodson. Cover by Terry and Rachel Dodson. Cover price $2.99.

Tech Jacket (2002) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1244110003

(W) Robert Kirkman (J) E.J. Su (C) Val Staples (Cover) E.J. Su FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly In stores the week of November 20th. The Concept The Geldarians are a race of incredibly intelligent, yet physically weak and fragile beings. To compensate for their frailty they have invented the "Tech Jacket," a vest that every Geldarian is equipped with upon birth. Each jacket grows and matures with its host, specializing in tasks that the host will find most useful. A fully developed Tech Jacket is considered to be one of the most powerful weapons in the universe. Zack Thompson, through an event of sheer chance, has come to possess a Tech Jacket of his own. Now it appears that the fate of the entire universe rests on his shoulders as he learns that with infinite power comes infinite responsibility. This Issue ORIGIN ISSUE! In the far reaches of space, past any regions known to man, a war rages on. The Geldarians, a peaceful race, have been defending their home world against the violent and savage Kresh for nearly a millennium. When it begins to look as though neither side can gain the upper hand, the Geldarians dispatch a scout team to search the neighboring galaxies for civilizations that may aid them. Disaster strikes and one of the scout ships is forced to crash land on earth. When mild mannered teenager, Zack Thompson comes across the wreckage... things really get interesting. Cover price $2.95.

Ultimate Marvel Team-Up (2001) 14 CGC 9.4 SS Moore

Paper: White

Signed by Terry Moore on 10/09/2014.

Label #1274469029

Spider-Man and Black Widow team-up in this issue written by Brian Michael Bendis with cover an interior art by Terry Moore (Strangers in Paradise). In this espionage-flavored issue, our teenaged-sensation tries to help the sultry, esxy Russian spy named Natasha Romanov! But will our web-spinning wonder-boy fall under the Black Widow's spell. Written by Bendis. Penciled by SIP's Terry Moore. Cover price $2.25.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 170 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4642667018

"Stay Alive" part 1 of 3. Script by Frank Tieri, pencils by Sean Chen, inks by Norm Rapmund. Mike McKone cover. THE STORY: The most shocking new villain of WOLVERINE returns! Mauvais is back and he's out for blood... lots of blood! The last time Logan tussled with this creep he lost an eye... so what could he be after this time?! And what's he doing on the set of the reality TV show called Stay Alive? A brand-new story arc kicks off here from Tieri and Chen! ? THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. Cover price $2.25.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) 128D CGC 9.6 SS Sciver

Paper: White

Signed by Ethan Van Sciver on 09/25/2015.

Label #1318159008

Direct Edition. Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Igor Kordey. Cover by Ethan Van Sciver & Tim Townsend. It's NEW X-MEN action -- twice this month! THE STORY: In a search for clues about her growing telekinetic strength, Professor X and Jean Grey jet off to Paris to probe the boundaries of Marvel Girl's Phoenix Force! Meanwhile, back at the Institute, while the cat is away, Emma Frost makes her big move on Cyclops! Featuring the first appearance of Fantomex. Cover price $2.25.

Y the Last Man (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #2030241020

Suddenly - and without warning - a mysterious plague kills every living creature on the planet with a Y-chromosome. Planes fall from the sky, power plants stop operating, and lines of communication are severed as nearly every last male - half of the global population - simultaneously drops dead. Every male...except for one young man. Cover price $2.95.

Y the Last Man (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #2014340001

Suddenly - and without warning - a mysterious plague kills every living creature on the planet with a Y-chromosome. Planes fall from the sky, power plants stop operating, and lines of communication are severed as nearly every last male - half of the global population - simultaneously drops dead. Every male...except for one young man. Cover price $2.95.

Y the Last Man (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #0199597020

Suddenly - and without warning - a mysterious plague kills every living creature on the planet with a Y-chromosome. Planes fall from the sky, power plants stop operating, and lines of communication are severed as nearly every last male - half of the global population - simultaneously drops dead. Every male...except for one young man. Cover price $2.95.

Y the Last Man (2002) 1 CGC 9.6 Restored SS Jones/Vaughan

Restored: C1

Paper: White

Signed by JG Jones & Brian K. Vaughan on 10/18/25. Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #4670174018

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Suddenly - and without warning - a mysterious plague kills every living creature on the planet with a Y-chromosome. Planes fall from the sky, power plants stop operating, and lines of communication are severed as nearly every last male - half of the global population - simultaneously drops dead. Every male...except for one young man. Cover price $2.95.