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GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 6D VF 8.0

First printing. Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 - "To Fail is to Conquer...To Succeed is to Die!" Guest-starring the Oktober Guard. Written by Larry Hama and Herb Trimpe. Artby Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel. Stalker leads an elite team of Joes consisting of Scarlett, Clutch, Steeler, Grand Slam, and Breaker on a mission into Afghanistan where they get into a three way firefight with Cobra and the Oktober Guard, the Russian counterpart to GI Joe. 32 pages, FC NOTE: 1st appearance of the Oktober Guard. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 6D FN 6.0

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First printing. Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 - "To Fail is to Conquer...To Succeed is to Die!" Guest-starring the Oktober Guard. Written by Larry Hama and Herb Trimpe. Artby Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel. Stalker leads an elite team of Joes consisting of Scarlett, Clutch, Steeler, Grand Slam, and Breaker on a mission into Afghanistan where they get into a three way firefight with Cobra and the Oktober Guard, the Russian counterpart to GI Joe. 32 pages, FC NOTE: 1st appearance of the Oktober Guard. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 6D FN- 5.5

First printing. Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 - "To Fail is to Conquer...To Succeed is to Die!" Guest-starring the Oktober Guard. Written by Larry Hama and Herb Trimpe. Artby Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel. Stalker leads an elite team of Joes consisting of Scarlett, Clutch, Steeler, Grand Slam, and Breaker on a mission into Afghanistan where they get into a three way firefight with Cobra and the Oktober Guard, the Russian counterpart to GI Joe. 32 pages, FC NOTE: 1st appearance of the Oktober Guard. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 9 FN 6.0

This issue does not have a Lakeside Tattooz insert (or insert opened and the sample tattoo removed).

1st printing. Direct Edition. "The Diplomat!" Written by Steven Grant. Art by Mike Vosburg and Chic Stone. Cover by Mike Esposito and Chic Stone. Scarlett gets the spotlight, as she races against the clock to stop a Cobra assassin. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 14N VF+ 8.5

First printing. Newsstand Edition. "Destro Attacks!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. Snake-Eyes, Kwinn, and Dr. Venom attempt to escape from a sunken Cobra island bunker. Meanwhile, Destro makes his first full appearance as he plans an ambush in Springfield for the Joes. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 15D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4736544002

Direct Edition. First printing. "Red-Eye to Miami!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. After escaping the island bunker, can Snake-Eyes, Kwinn, and Dr. Venom work together long enough to escape South America?. 1st appearance Major Bludd (cameo). 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 15D VF 8.0

Direct Edition. First printing. "Red-Eye to Miami!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. After escaping the island bunker, can Snake-Eyes, Kwinn, and Dr. Venom work together long enough to escape South America?. 1st appearance Major Bludd (cameo). 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 16D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4734838004

First printing. Direct Edition. "Night Attack!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. In Washington, D.C., Hawk goes hand to hand with Cobra Commander and Destro on the back of a rolling HISS tank and Major Bludd leaves The Baroness to die in an exploding tank. 1st appearance of Cover Girl and Trip-Wire. 1st time all of Cobra big wigs seen together. Introduction of Joes Wolverine tank. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 16D VF/NM 9.0

First printing. Direct Edition. "Night Attack!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. In Washington, D.C., Hawk goes hand to hand with Cobra Commander and Destro on the back of a rolling HISS tank and Major Bludd leaves The Baroness to die in an exploding tank. 1st appearance of Cover Girl and Trip-Wire. 1st time all of Cobra big wigs seen together. Introduction of Joes Wolverine tank. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 21N VG 4.0 Newsstand Variant 1st Printing

Centerfold coming loose at one staple.

1st printing. Newsstand Edition - "Silent Interlude!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Steve Leialoha. Cobra's deadly new agent - Storm Shadow - has captured Scarlett and brought her to Cobra's stronghold. Only one man has the bravery and skill to rescue her, and his name is Snake-Eyes. Plus, what is GI Joe's black-clad commando's mysterious link with Cobra's super ninja? 36 pages, FC.

NOTE: This is the classic "Silent Issue" with the 1st appearance of Storm Shadow. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 23D VF 8.0

1st printing. Direct Edition. "Cobra Commander Captured at Last!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'Agostino. Cover by Michael Golden. Duke and Roadblock prove their worth by taking on Cobra's elite agents - Major Bludd, Storm Shadow, and the Baroness - and capturing the big man, Cobra Commander, himself! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 24 VG+ 4.5

Cover oxidation. Chipping.

First printing. Direct Edition. "The Commander Escapes!" - Written by Larry Hama. Art by Russ Heath. Storm Shadow embarks on a daring rescue mission to free Cobra Commander from the clutches of those accursed Joes! Plus, the Commander introduces mysterious new ally. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Zartan (cameo). Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 25N CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4697939017

First printing. Newsstand Edition. "Zartan!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Frank Springer and Mike Gustovich. Cobra Commander introduces his deadly new ally! Joes meet Zartan! 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st (full) appearance of Zartan. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4698308013

First printing. Direct Edition. "Darkness!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Frank Springer and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. The Dreadnoks cut loose and the Joes are not happy about it. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 53D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4697940008

Direct Edition. 1st printing - Marvel 25th Anniversary Edition Cover Featuring Snake-Eyes -"Pit-Fall!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Cobra attacks on GI Joe's home turf! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 53D CGC 9.4 SS Hama

Paper: White

Signed by Larry Hama on 12/6/25.

Label #4696740008

Direct Edition. 1st printing - Marvel 25th Anniversary Edition Cover Featuring Snake-Eyes -"Pit-Fall!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Cobra attacks on GI Joe's home turf! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 54 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4731158014

First printing. Direct Edition. Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Sam DeLarosa. Cover by Mike Zeck. "Launch Base!" - Flint is captured and brought to Doctor Mindebender for interrogation. Good luck, Flint. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 56D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4698280025

First Printing. Direct Edition. "Jungle Moves!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. The Joes score a much needed victory. Plus, more secrets revealed about the mysterious Destro. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 100D CGC 9.4 SS Hama

Paper: White

Signed by Larry Hama on 12/6/25.

Label #4696743012

Direct Edition. Giant-sized 100th issue! In "Seeds of Empire," the Dreadnoks attack the Pit, helped by two Joes on the inside, and the original Cobra Commander, back in the saddle, invades the town of Millville, with Spirit and Mutt trapped! Written by Larry Hama, with art by Mark Bright and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.50.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 116 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4736545010

Direct Edition. DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 1 of 3. "Destro Must Die!" Cobra Commander launches a ruthless, all-out assault against his one time ally. First victim--the Baroness. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Roadblock dossier (which looks to be drawn by Michael Golden). Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 117 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4736545011

Direct Edition. DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 2 of 3. The Baroness captured, the castle destroyed, Destro forms an unholy alliance with the G.I. Joe team to escape the wrath of Cobra Commander. "Escape from Castle Destro!" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Firefly dossier drawn by Ron Garney. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 118 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4736545012

Direct Edition. DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 3 of 3. This is it--the showdown between Cobra Commander and Destro! Who will live? "Deceptions & Diversions" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Spirit dossier. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 122D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4736545016

Direct Edition. "Transformer!" All hell's breaking loose both inside and outside the castle as the Joes fight both the Cobra forces defending outside, and the Red Ninjas, Slice and Dice inside to get to Destro. Meanwhile, Destro has finished his subjection to the scanner to show his love to the Baroness, and transforms the castle into a new Castle Destro as Cobra Commander arrives! Written by Larry Hama, with art by Andrew Wildman and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Billy dossier drawn by Andrew Wildman. Cover by Andrew Wildman. Cover price $1.25.

Giant Size Avengers (1974) 1 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4031289019

"Nuklo: The Invader That Time Forgot!" Guest-starring the Golden Age Whizzer. Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Rich Buckler and Dan Adkins. The Whizzer (aka Robert Frank) invades Avengers Mansion looking for the Chrono-Module. After a brief battle with the Avengers, the Whizzer begins to explain his motives; but suddenly the module breaks open...and Nuklo emerges! The Avengers battle Nuklo throughout New York City; and the Scarlet Witch makes the team's final stand against the runaway nuclear child! During the story Robert Frank reveals that Nuklo is his son, and he also states that Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch are his children; however, the Yesterday Quest storyline in Avengers 185-187 will disprove the Whizzer's statement about Wanda and Pietro. The All-Winners Squad (Bucky, Miss America, Original Human Torch, Sub-Mariner, Toro, Whizzer) appears in a 5-page flashback. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. This issue includes a one-page write-up from Roy Thomas describing the plans for the Giant-Size series. Back up story #1: Reprint of Human Torch 33 from November 1948. Guest-starring Captain America. Back up story #2: Reprint of Tales to Astonish 58 featuring the Wasp. 1st Modern Age appearance of Miss America Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Avengers (1974) 1 FN/VF 7.0

Staple rust.

"Nuklo: The Invader That Time Forgot!" Guest-starring the Golden Age Whizzer. Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Rich Buckler and Dan Adkins. The Whizzer (aka Robert Frank) invades Avengers Mansion looking for the Chrono-Module. After a brief battle with the Avengers, the Whizzer begins to explain his motives; but suddenly the module breaks open...and Nuklo emerges! The Avengers battle Nuklo throughout New York City; and the Scarlet Witch makes the team's final stand against the runaway nuclear child! During the story Robert Frank reveals that Nuklo is his son, and he also states that Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch are his children; however, the Yesterday Quest storyline in Avengers 185-187 will disprove the Whizzer's statement about Wanda and Pietro. The All-Winners Squad (Bucky, Miss America, Original Human Torch, Sub-Mariner, Toro, Whizzer) appears in a 5-page flashback. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. This issue includes a one-page write-up from Roy Thomas describing the plans for the Giant-Size series. Back up story #1: Reprint of Human Torch 33 from November 1948. Guest-starring Captain America. Back up story #2: Reprint of Tales to Astonish 58 featuring the Wasp. 1st Modern Age appearance of Miss America Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Avengers (1974) 4 FN 6.0

"Let All Men Bring Together!" Wedding of the Vision and Scarlet Witch. Story by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Don Heck. Inks by John Tartaglione. Cover by Gil Kane, Al Milgrom, and John Romita (touch-ups). Story continues from Avengers 135. The Vision's quest through time to discover his origin is over. But instead of returning to Immortus' domain, the synthezoid avenger materializes at the center of the Earth! And shockingly the Dread Dormammu is there! With his captive…the Scarlet Witch! Wow, how did Wanda end up in the dreaded one's clutches? It doesn't matter now as the Vision must fight for the woman he loves! It's a supernatural showdown at Earth's core: The Vision, Scarlet Witch, and Agatha Harkness vs. the Dread Dormammu and Umar! Meanwhile in Vietnam, while the Cotati explains the mystery of the Celestial Madonna to Mantis and Moondragon; Hawkeye, Shell-Head, and the thunder god slip outside the temple and bump into the Titanic Three! However the three communist super-villains have been beaten badly! Who did this? Who else…but the Conqueror! And one more time, one final time, the assembled Avengers battle Kang…for the Celestial Madonna! An extraordinary ending for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Cameo appearances by the Space Phantom, Crimson Dynamo, Radioactive Man, Titanium Man, and Gaea. Flashback cameos by the Swordsman, original Human Torch, and Ultron. Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. First reprint story: "Betrayed by the Ants!" Plot by Stan Lee. Script by Larry Lieber. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Dick Ayers. The Ant-Man battles Egghead. Originally published in Tales to Astonish 38. Second reprint story: "Then Came…the Black Widow" Script by Gary Friedrich. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by John Verpoorten. Originally published in Amazing Adventures 1 (2nd series). (Notes: This issue marks the end of the Celestial Madonna saga. Truly a bronze age masterpiece. Kang appears next in Avengers 141. Mantis does not return until many years later in Silver Surfer (2nd series) 3 & 4. The Vision and the Scarlet Witch first met in Avengers 76. Elements of this story overlap with Doctor Strange (1st series) 8. This issue was reprinted in 2005 in the trade paperback: Avengers…Vision and the Scarlet Witch. The letters page includes letters from comics publisher Dean Mullaney and comics artist Bill Blyberg, respectively.) 64 pages Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Avengers (1974) 4 CGC 5.0

Paper: White

Label #4185683003

"Let All Men Bring Together!" Wedding of the Vision and Scarlet Witch. Story by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Don Heck. Inks by John Tartaglione. Cover by Gil Kane, Al Milgrom, and John Romita (touch-ups). Story continues from Avengers 135. The Vision's quest through time to discover his origin is over. But instead of returning to Immortus' domain, the synthezoid avenger materializes at the center of the Earth! And shockingly the Dread Dormammu is there! With his captive…the Scarlet Witch! Wow, how did Wanda end up in the dreaded one's clutches? It doesn't matter now as the Vision must fight for the woman he loves! It's a supernatural showdown at Earth's core: The Vision, Scarlet Witch, and Agatha Harkness vs. the Dread Dormammu and Umar! Meanwhile in Vietnam, while the Cotati explains the mystery of the Celestial Madonna to Mantis and Moondragon; Hawkeye, Shell-Head, and the thunder god slip outside the temple and bump into the Titanic Three! However the three communist super-villains have been beaten badly! Who did this? Who else…but the Conqueror! And one more time, one final time, the assembled Avengers battle Kang…for the Celestial Madonna! An extraordinary ending for Earth's Mightiest Heroes! Cameo appearances by the Space Phantom, Crimson Dynamo, Radioactive Man, Titanium Man, and Gaea. Flashback cameos by the Swordsman, original Human Torch, and Ultron. Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Iron Man, Mantis, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. First reprint story: "Betrayed by the Ants!" Plot by Stan Lee. Script by Larry Lieber. Pencils by Jack Kirby. Inks by Dick Ayers. The Ant-Man battles Egghead. Originally published in Tales to Astonish 38. Second reprint story: "Then Came…the Black Widow" Script by Gary Friedrich. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by John Verpoorten. Originally published in Amazing Adventures 1 (2nd series). (Notes: This issue marks the end of the Celestial Madonna saga. Truly a bronze age masterpiece. Kang appears next in Avengers 141. Mantis does not return until many years later in Silver Surfer (2nd series) 3 & 4. The Vision and the Scarlet Witch first met in Avengers 76. Elements of this story overlap with Doctor Strange (1st series) 8. This issue was reprinted in 2005 in the trade paperback: Avengers…Vision and the Scarlet Witch. The letters page includes letters from comics publisher Dean Mullaney and comics artist Bill Blyberg, respectively.) 64 pages Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Conan (1974) 2 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4200839025

Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Gil Kane and Tom Sutton. Cover by John Buscema and John Romita. Conan Bound!; story adapted from REH's Conan the Conqueror. The Hyborian Age of Conan map. Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Frank Giacoia. Zukala's Daughter; Conan frees villages of Zukala's control, saves Zephra from demon, and defeats Zukala--who disappears with his daughter Zephra; inspired by REH poem "Zukala's Hour." 68 pages, full color. $0.50.

NOTE: Robert E. Howards novel The Hour of the Dragon starring his most famous character – Conan - was adapted by Roy Thomas, Gil Kane and John Buscema in 6 chapters in Marvel Comics' Giant Size Conan (1974) #1-4 and Savage Sword of Conan (1974-1995 Magazine) #8, 10. – Odinson, mycomicshop.com Archivist

Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Daredevil (1975) 1 FN+ 6.5

Reprints Daredevil Annual #1, "Electro and the Emissaries of Evil!" written by Stan Lee with art by Gene Colan. New Gil Kane cover. Also in this issue, a 5-page section explaining Daredevil's unique abilities and his all-purpose billy-club. Full-page pin-ups for Daredevil, Ka-Zar, the Gladiator, and the Masked Marauder. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Kid Colt (1975) 3 CGC 7.5

Paper: White

Label #4752206002

New Kid Colt story: "Death Duel With Dack Derringer~" Script by Gary Friedrich, pencils by Dick Ayers, inks by Vince Colletta. Kid Colt reprints: "The Wolf Pack" (from issue 65 and later 140), "The Promise" (from issue 65 and later 140; art by Reed Crandall), "Fury at Farrow Gap" (also from issue 140; script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Colletta), "Dead on His Feet" (from issue 142; art by Jack Keller), and "Showdown in Smoke Mesa" (from issue 140; art by Keller). Also in this issue: "Rustler" (from issue 142; art by Joe Maneely). New Gil Kane cover. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Man-Thing (1974) 5 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #0289129023

Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Dan Adkins. "Fear Times Three!", script by Steve Gerber, pencils by Ed Hannigan, inks by Dan Adkins; Theodore Sallis and Ellen visit a fortune teller at a fair and are told stories of the Man-Thing. "There's a Party in 6G!", script by Steve Gerber, art by Tom Sutton; Man-Thing goes up against satanists. "The Sins of the Fathers...", script by Len Wein, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Frank Springer; Two kids secretly meet out in the swamp because their fathers hate each other. "Lifeline!", script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Ed Hannigan, inks by Tom Sutton; A mad multimillionaire sends his well-trained commandos to take revenge on Man-Thing. Editorial explaining this is the final issue to be replaced by Giant-Size Guardians of the Galaxy, a title that instead became a regular sized comic when the Giant-Size line was phased out. "Hellcow!", script by Steve Gerber, pencils by Frank Brunner, inks by Tom Palmer; Howard the Duck battles for his life against a vampire cow. "A Sight for Sore Eyes" (reprinted from Marvel Tales #109), pencils by Don Perlin, inks by Abe Simon; A nearsighted burglar tries to find a cure for his eyes. Letter from Fred G. Hembeck. Marvel Value Stamp #79 (Kang). 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size Mini-Marvels Starring Spidey (2002) 1 VF/NM 9.0

Signed by Chris Giarrusso. No autograph certification is included.

cover by chris giarrusso chris giarrusso (w & P) ? THE SCOOP: Exploding from the panels of the Bullpen Bits comic strip, here come the Mini-Marvels in their very own full- length comedy-packed comic book adventure! ? THE STORY: When J. Jonah Jameson sends Spidey on an important paperboy mission, the wee wall-crawler better deliver... or else! Guest stars abound in this all-new 28-page funnybook feature story, including Marvel.com's own animated movie-star, Hawkeye! Plus, a collection of the original Bullpen Bits comic strips that started it all! That's 48 pages of Mini-Marvel Mayhem by "Crazy" Chris Giarrusso! ? THE FORMAT: 48 pages, with ads. 7-59606-?-00111 3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Giant Size Power Man (1975) 1 FN 6.0

Giant Size Spider-Man (1974) 5 FN/VF 7.0

"Beware the Path of the Monster!" Guest-starring the Man-Thing. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Mike Esposito and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane. Peter Parker travels to Florida for a photo story on the mysterious Man-Thing. Before departing on his trip though, Peter calls his long-time friend and current sunshine state resident, Dr. Curt Connors, and asks for his assistance in locating the powerful swamp creature. Later on when the web-slinger arrives in Florida, he finds a creature of the swamp all right; but it's not the Man-Thing ? it's the Lizard! The three-way battle among the Lizard, Man-Thing, and the Amazing Spider-Man is awesome! Also in this issue, Peter consoles the confused clone of Gwen Stacy. (Note: This story takes place between Amazing Spider-Man issues 146 and 147.) Back up story: "Where Flies the Beetle!" Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko. The wall-crawler and the torch join forces to battle the Beetle! Reprinted from Amazing Spiderman 21. (Note: This issue includes a full-page ad for Hostess Twinkies featuring Captain Marvel vs. Nitro.) 64 pages Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4749611001

Cover pencils by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum (original X-Men figures), inks by Dave Cockrum. 1st appearance of the new X-Men in "Second Genesis," script by Chris Claremont (plot assist, uncredited) and Len Wein (plot, script), art by Dave Cockrum; The old X-Men are captured by Krakoa, the Living Island, and Professor X forms a new team to rescue them; First appearances of Nightcrawler, Storm, Colossus, and Thunderbird; 2nd full appearance of Wolverine after Incredible Hulk 181; Appearances of Cyclops, Iceman, the Angel, Marvel Girl, the Banshee, Sunfire, Havok, Lorna Dane, and Mr. Fantastic (of the Fantastic Four); Beast cameo; Continued in X-MEN #94. "Call Him... Cyclops!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Cyclops' powers. "I, the Iceman," script by Arnold Drake, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Iceman's powers. "The Female of the Species!", script by Linda Fite, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Sam Grainger; Explanation of Marvel Girl's powers. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) 1 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #1163535001

Cover pencils by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum (original X-Men figures), inks by Dave Cockrum. 1st appearance of the new X-Men in "Second Genesis," script by Chris Claremont (plot assist, uncredited) and Len Wein (plot, script), art by Dave Cockrum; The old X-Men are captured by Krakoa, the Living Island, and Professor X forms a new team to rescue them; First appearances of Nightcrawler, Storm, Colossus, and Thunderbird; 2nd full appearance of Wolverine after Incredible Hulk 181; Appearances of Cyclops, Iceman, the Angel, Marvel Girl, the Banshee, Sunfire, Havok, Lorna Dane, and Mr. Fantastic (of the Fantastic Four); Beast cameo; Continued in X-MEN #94. "Call Him... Cyclops!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Cyclops' powers. "I, the Iceman," script by Arnold Drake, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Iceman's powers. "The Female of the Species!", script by Linda Fite, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Sam Grainger; Explanation of Marvel Girl's powers. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) 1 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2021062002

Cover pencils by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum (original X-Men figures), inks by Dave Cockrum. 1st appearance of the new X-Men in "Second Genesis," script by Chris Claremont (plot assist, uncredited) and Len Wein (plot, script), art by Dave Cockrum; The old X-Men are captured by Krakoa, the Living Island, and Professor X forms a new team to rescue them; First appearances of Nightcrawler, Storm, Colossus, and Thunderbird; 2nd full appearance of Wolverine after Incredible Hulk 181; Appearances of Cyclops, Iceman, the Angel, Marvel Girl, the Banshee, Sunfire, Havok, Lorna Dane, and Mr. Fantastic (of the Fantastic Four); Beast cameo; Continued in X-MEN #94. "Call Him... Cyclops!", script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Cyclops' powers. "I, the Iceman," script by Arnold Drake, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by John Verpoorten; Explanation of Iceman's powers. "The Female of the Species!", script by Linda Fite, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Sam Grainger; Explanation of Marvel Girl's powers. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.50.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) Facsimile Edition 1B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4750157017

Written by Len Wein; Marvel Various. Art by Dave Cockrum; Werner Roth. Cover by Gil Kane. The issue that changed everything for Marvel's mighty mutants - and introduced the all-new, all-different X-Men! When the original team goes missing in the South Pacific, only Cyclops remains to lead a rescue mission alongside Professor X's new recruits from across the globe! Colossus, Storm, Nightcrawler, Banshee, Thunderbird, Sunfire and - of course - Wolverine are the X-Men's second genesis, heading into action against Krakoa…the island that walks like a man! Can these very different personalities work together to save Jean Grey, Iceman, Angel, Havok and Polaris? From the ashes of the past grow the fires of the future as the X-Men are reinvented for an uncanny new era! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting GIANT-SIZE X-MEN #1. 64 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $7.99.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) Facsimile Edition 1ILLUMINATI CGC 9.8 Qualified

Paper: White

Sketch on cover. Sketch Edition.

Label #4599599004

Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comic Books, The 616 Comics, Comic Traders, and AntiHero Gallery) Exclusive Blank Sketch Cover. Written by Len Wein; Marvel Various. Art by Dave Cockrum; Werner Roth. The issue that changed everything for Marvel's mighty mutants - and introduced the all-new, all-different X-Men! When the original team goes missing in the South Pacific, only Cyclops remains to lead a rescue mission alongside Professor X's new recruits from across the globe! Colossus, Storm, Nightcrawler, Banshee, Thunderbird, Sunfire and - of course - Wolverine are the X-Men's second genesis, heading into action against Krakoa…the island that walks like a man! Can these very different personalities work together to save Jean Grey, Iceman, Angel, Havok and Polaris? From the ashes of the past grow the fires of the future as the X-Men are reinvented for an uncanny new era! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting GIANT-SIZE X-MEN #1. 64 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $7.99.

Giant Size X-Men (1975) Facsimile Edition 1ILLUMINATI CGC 9.8 Qualified

Paper: White

Sketch on cover. Sketch Edition.

Label #4599599005

Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comic Books, The 616 Comics, Comic Traders, and AntiHero Gallery) Exclusive Blank Sketch Cover. Written by Len Wein; Marvel Various. Art by Dave Cockrum; Werner Roth. The issue that changed everything for Marvel's mighty mutants - and introduced the all-new, all-different X-Men! When the original team goes missing in the South Pacific, only Cyclops remains to lead a rescue mission alongside Professor X's new recruits from across the globe! Colossus, Storm, Nightcrawler, Banshee, Thunderbird, Sunfire and - of course - Wolverine are the X-Men's second genesis, heading into action against Krakoa…the island that walks like a man! Can these very different personalities work together to save Jean Grey, Iceman, Angel, Havok and Polaris? From the ashes of the past grow the fires of the future as the X-Men are reinvented for an uncanny new era! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting GIANT-SIZE X-MEN #1. 64 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $7.99.

Giant Size X-Men (Marvel 2025) Hasbro Gamestop Reissue 1 VF 8.0

Gamestop/Hasbro Exclusive Reprint. Foil Cover by Gil Kane and Dave Cockrum. Reprints Giant Size X-Men (1975) #1. Originally included with the Marvel Legends "Banshee" action figure. Story by Len Wein. Art by Dave Cockrum. 44 pages. Full Color.

Giant-Size Defenders (1974) 3 CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3970507004

Cover pencils by Ron Wilson, inks by Joe Sinnott. New story: 1st appearance of Korvac in "Games Godlings Play!", script by Steve Gerber (script, plot), Jim Starlin (plot), and Len Wein (plot), pencils by Jim Starlin (layouts), Dan Adkins (finished art), Don Newton (finished art), and Jim Mooney (finished art), inks by Dan Adkins (pages 1-7, 10-11, 22-27, 43), Don Newton (pages 14-19, 31-36, 38), and Jim Mooney (pages 8-9, 30, 37, 39, 44); The Grandmaster and the Prime Mover play a game for the fate of the Earth; The Grandmaster selects the Defenders for his "pieces" and the Prime Mover selects several alien "pieces" and combat begins. "The World Destroyers!" starring the Sub-Mariner, script and art by Bill Everett. "The House of Shadows!", script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Doctor Strange is on the scene to observe a TV crew as they prepare to enter & broadcast about a "Haunted House." Letter from Mary Jo Duffy. 68 pgs., full color. $0.50. Cover price $0.50.

Giant-Size Super-Stars (1974) 1 CGC 8.5 SS Ploog

Paper: Off white to white

Signed by Mike Ploog on 5/15/24. From the Collection of Mike Ploog.

Label #4464749011

48-page giant. "The Mind of the Monster!" Guest-starring the Fantastic Four, the Hulk, and Thundra. Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Rick Buckler and Joe Sinnott. Bruce Banner visits the Baxter Building and devises a plan to turn the Thing back in Ben Grimm and also rid himself of the Hulk forever. But something goes wrong...and a brand new Hulk vs. Thing battle erupts! Fantastic Four members: Mr. Fantastic, Human Torch, Medusa, and the Thing. This issue includes a 4-page write-up from Roy Thomas describing the format and next story planned for the Giant-Size series. This issue also contains a 7-page rogues' gallery of famous FF foes. (Note: The title of the series changes to Giant-Size Fantastic Four for the next issue.) Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4429601010

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4387556004

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 1 VF+ 8.5

"The Coming!" Guest-starring Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Jim Mooney. The slumbering leviathan known as Godzilla has awaken and rises out of the sea off the shores of Alaska. This reptilian titan has already left Japan devastated and now has made his way to America. With a tail that can smash mountains to dust and fiery breath born out of the Atomic Age, is there anything that can stop this monster's rampage? Right from the Toho Productions' famed movie series comes Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Cover price $0.30.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 7 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4717756012

"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) 8 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4717756013

"Titan Times Two!" Part 3 of 3. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe. The mighty Godzilla has made his way to a Nuclear Missile Installation and the only thing standing in his way and a potential holocaust-sized disaster is the giant robot Red Ronin, piloted by 12 year old Rob Takiguchi. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 21 VF- 7.5

"A Night at the Museum!" Part 5 of 8. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four, Moon Boy, and Devil Dinosaur. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. Using the time machine created by the nefarious Doctor Doom , Reed Richards sends Godzilla back in time to a place where he might fit in better, the prehistoric land of dinosaurs. Here a still smaller version of Godzilla is confronted by another creature of legend, the feisty crimson T-Rex known as Devil Dinosaur. Cover price $0.35.

Godzilla (1977 Marvel) 23D VG+ 4.5

Direct Edition. "King Once More!" Part 7 of 8. Guest-starring the Avengers and Fantastic Four. J. Jonah Jameson cameo. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. The mighty Godzilla is back in present day Manhattan. The only problem is he is also back to his original titanic size. Can the combined efforts of the Fantastic Four, Avengers, and S.H.I.E.L.D. contain his monstrous rampage before Godzilla takes a bite out of the Big Apple? Cover price $0.40.