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Comic books October 1987

  • Issue #12
    NightMask (1986) 12

    Final Issue. "Voodoo Moon over Haiti!" Story by Roy and Dan Thomas. Art by Mark Bagley and Tony DeZuniga. Keith searches desperately for his missing sister. In order to save her Nightmask must defeat his greatest adversary yet in both the dreamscape and the real world. NOTE: Nightmask's adventures continue in Star Brand (1986) #16 and DP-7 (1986) #22. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #7
    Ninja (1986) 7
    Tags: Manga
    Published Oct 1987 by Eternity.
  • Issue #3
    Ninja Elite (1987) 3

    Edited by Scott Behnke. Written by Mark Ellis. Art by Gabriel Morrisette. Master Sun suspects that a traitor resides in the House Dracus. Nightwind and First are sent to spy on the House Eichon to learn the identity of the traitor. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.50.

  • Vol. 57 #10
    Official Detective Stories (1934-1995 Detective Stories Publishing) Vol. 57 #10
  • Issue #18D
    Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition (1985-1988 Marvel) 18D

    Direct Edition. $1.50 cover price. Issues 16-20 are Book of the Dead editions, listing all the Marvel characters who have died at least once. Casulties in this issue: Hyperion to Nighthawk. Character/artist listing: Hyperion II by Ron Wilson; Imperial Hydra by Ron Frenz; It, the Living Colossus by Al Milgrom; Jackal by Mark Pacella; Jarella by Sandy Plunkett; Jocasta by Kerry Gammill; Kangaroo by Mike Machlan; Kiber the Cruel by Bob Wiacek; Kid Colt by Larry Lieber; Korvac by Dennis Jensen; Letha by Brian Garvey; Lilith by Nestor Redondo; Living Monolith by Mike Harris; Lucifer by Sal Buscema; Malekith by Walt Simonson; Marauders by Rick Leonardi; Marvel Boy by Dave Cockrum; Mauler I by Bob Layton; Melter by Kerry Gammill; Midgard Serpent by Walt Simonson; Mimic by Ron Frenz; Miracle Man by Sandy Plunkett; Mirage I by Jose Marzan, Jr.; Miss America by Mary Wilshire; Modok by Mike Zeck; Morlocks by Sal Buscema; Nebulon by Al Milgrom; Nighthawk I by Paul Ryan; Nighthawk II by Brett Breeding. Keith Pollard/Joe Rubinstein cover. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #18N
    Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition (1985-1988 Marvel) 18N

    Newsstand Edition. $1.50 cover price. Issues 16-20 are Book of the Dead editions, listing all the Marvel characters who have died at least once. Casulties in this issue: Hyperion to Nighthawk. Character/artist listing: Hyperion II by Ron Wilson; Imperial Hydra by Ron Frenz; It, the Living Colossus by Al Milgrom; Jackal by Mark Pacella; Jarella by Sandy Plunkett; Jocasta by Kerry Gammill; Kangaroo by Mike Machlan; Kiber the Cruel by Bob Wiacek; Kid Colt by Larry Lieber; Korvac by Dennis Jensen; Letha by Brian Garvey; Lilith by Nestor Redondo; Living Monolith by Mike Harris; Lucifer by Sal Buscema; Malekith by Walt Simonson; Marauders by Rick Leonardi; Marvel Boy by Dave Cockrum; Mauler I by Bob Layton; Melter by Kerry Gammill; Midgard Serpent by Walt Simonson; Mimic by Ron Frenz; Miracle Man by Sandy Plunkett; Mirage I by Jose Marzan, Jr.; Miss America by Mary Wilshire; Modok by Mike Zeck; Morlocks by Sal Buscema; Nebulon by Al Milgrom; Nighthawk I by Paul Ryan; Nighthawk II by Brett Breeding. Keith Pollard/Joe Rubinstein cover. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #9
    Official How to Draw Robotech (1987) 9

    Written by Scott Bernard. Part of Blackthorne's popular How to Draw series, featuring step-by-step instructions on how to draw Robotech characters and craft. This issue includes Scott Bernard, Marlene, Annie, and an Armored Cyclone Rider. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #3
    Official Marvel Index to the Avengers (1987) 3

    This issue covers Avengers (1st series) 46 thru 66, Annual 2, and Marvel Super Heroes 17. Each issue reviewed in the index has a full-page summary and a full-page reprint of the original cover. Index contributors and consultants include George Olshevsky, Ron Bialkowski, Peter Garcia, Chuck Huber, Carol Klutey, Dennis Mallonee, Murray Ward, and Mark Gruenwald. Cover pencils by Ron Frenz. Cover inks by Al Milgrom. The wraparound cover shows eight Avengers plus the Black Panther battling Ymir, Surtur, Magneto, the Grim Reaper, the Masters of Evil, and Ultron. The cover is similar to the cover of Avengers 61. Splash page art by Ron Frenz and Al Milgrom. The splash page depicts Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch on the run from Magneto and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. The last page contains a special chronology for Ultron-5. The back inside cover continues two lengthy issue summaries. Square bound binding. (Note: Marvel Super Heroes 17 features the Black Knight and his discovery of the ebony blade.) 48 pages Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #198710
    Omni (1978-1995) Magazine 198710
    Published Oct 1987 by Omni.

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    Special Anniversary Issue. 16 Ways to Control Your Mind. Plus: Test Your Psychic Abilities. Cover by Stanislaw Fernandes. Cover price $3.00.

  • Issue #4
    Open Season (1986) 4

    Cover by Jim Bricker. Untitled story, script and art by Jim Bricker; April and Joe learn more about each other while Cliff and Robin go out for a pizza. Joe Daley character profile. 36 pgs., B&W. $2.00. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #2
    Original Astro Boy (1987) 2

    Story by Mike Dimpsey. Art by Ken Steacy. Cover by Ken Steacy. A controversial (to fans) adaptation of the beloved manga and anime series from Now Comics. Astro Boy meets Spud and I.Q. Plenty for the first time, and battles a cybershark; he gets more hints about his origins. 24 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

  • Vol. 16 #10

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  • Issue #1
    Outcasts (1987) 1
    Published Oct 1987 by DC.
    • Paper: White
    • Label #1394415011
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    Written by John Wagner and Alan Grant. Art by Cam Kennedy and Steve Montano. Cover by Cam Kennedy. It's 2049. Wanna know what they're gonna do to you if you're just a little different? Life isn't easy in this dismal vision of the future, especially if you're one of the "lowlies"...until the mysterious Kaine the Untouchable enters the picture to recruit some of the oddly super-powered outsiders to join her in a revolt against barbaric genocide! Join Kaine as she seeks out the six-fingered mutant Shock...the cybernetic powerhouse called B.D. (Brain Dead) Rickenbacker...and Yancy Queeg, a man cursed with eternal life! Together, and against their better judgment, they become the Outcasts and, man, do they have their work cut out for them! Join this new breed of hero as they attempt to fight their way out of the segregated slums of the Big City, exposing those who feed off the suffering of the poor unfortunates who weren't born rich and perfect. It's the rich against the poor as the uppercrusts seek to keep the sick and unsightly hidden away. It's the Outcasts against...everybody! So you wanna know what they're gonna do to you if you're just a little different? This series has the answer...and it's not a pretty sight! In the premiere issue: City Leader Boss Angel's Mutant Clearance Bill doesn't sit well with some powerful mutants...including Kaine Salinger and Shock! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #1
    Outlander (1987 Malibu) 1
  • Issue #24
    Outsiders (1985 1st Series) 24

    The Outsiders must protect President Reagan from Fusion in "Night of Camp David!" Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Script by Mike W. Barr, pencils by Trevor Von Eeden and Erik Larsen, inks by Bill Wray and Larsen. Jim Aparo cover. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #6
    Particle Dreams (1986) 6

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  • Vol. 56 #8
    Parts Pups (1931-1996 NAPA Auto Parts) Vol. 56 #8

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    Monthly magazine published by NAPA automotive parts. Includes single panel gag strips, glamour pin-ups and jokes. 8 1/4-in. x 11-in., 8 total pages, B&W. NOTE: These items were published to be given away at different NAPA distributor locations and therefore the header varies. This does not affect value.

  • Issue #1
    Phantom Stranger (1987 Limited Series) 1

    "Heart of a Stranger!" Guest-starring Eclipso. Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art and cover by Mike Mignola and P. Craig Russell. The enigmatic Phantom Stranger returns to Gotham City to investigate a murder with ties to a demonic cult. Featuring an appearance by Commissioner Gordon. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #1
    Phantom Stranger (1987 Limited Series) Canadian Price Variant 1

    Canadian edition with $1.00 cover price. "When Ghosts Walk." Art by Bill Draut. Back-up story, "Defeat the Dragon Curse--or Die!" Script by Mike Friedrich, art by Draut. Letter to the editor from comics writer Martin Pasko. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #2
    Pirate Corps (1987 Eternity) 2

    The Source of Strife. Story, art and cover by Evan Dorkin, plus color by Paty Cockrum. In the year 2074, a young crew of intergalactic space slackers has comedic misadventures as they try to scam their way across the galaxy. Ron, Halby, Blue, Harlie, and Datsun find themselves on the run from bounty hunters, mob enforcers and corrupt government agents. 24 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.95.

  • Vol. 34 #10
    Playboy Magazine (1953-Present HMH Publishing) Vol. 34 #10

    The world's longest running men's magazine, featuring advice columns, pictorials, illustrations and humor. In this Back to Campus issue: The Women of the Top Ten Party Schools; Pigskin Preview - Who's Going to Win in College Football?; Patriot or Pirate? - A Fighting Interview with General Richard Secord; Donna Mills Makes a Smash Landing; and Star Appeal - Who Plays the Charity Circuit? 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., PC/PB&W. Mature Readers

  • Issue #6
    Portia Prinz of the Glamazons (1986) 6

    Story, Art and Cover by Richard Howell. Afterword by Mark Evanier. The series concludes! Is Portia Prinz a triumph...or tragidienne? Part of her hopes that this conclusion is high tragedy -- she really sails on dramatic monologues! Although...her touch for light comedy is also pure genius! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #32
    Power Pack (1984 1st Series) 32

    Cover art by John Bogdanove and Hilary Barta. Who's the Villain, script by Louise Simonson and John Figueroa, pencils by John Bogdanove, inks by Hilary Barta, Power Pack battles Trash, consisting of The Garbage Man, Razor Cut, Crazy Legs, Brute, Airhead, and Blastin' Cap. 36 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #4
    Prowler (1987 Eclipse) 4

    The Prowler concludes his origin story, just in time for the final issue of the series. Also, Emulation of Life, a 1940s Prowler adventure. Written by Tim Truman and Michael H. Price, with art by John K. Snyder III and Graham Nolan. Also includes a fictitious B-movie filmography for the Prowler by Price. Cover by Snyder. Cover price $1.75. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #419
    PS The Preventive Maintenance Monthly (1951) 419
  • Issue #12
    Psi-Force (1986) 12
    Published Oct 1987 by Marvel.

    "The Candyman!" Story by Rosemary McCormick. Art by Bob Hall and Al Williamson. The kids must overcome their fears and confront an extortionist that takes money from parents for the safety of their runaways. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #12
    Puma Blues (1986) 12
  • Issue #3
    Punisher (1987 2nd Series) 3

    Story by Mike Baron. Art by Klaus Janson. Frank crosses the path of a racist organization known as the Army of the New American Revolution. They are led by an ex-Army Colonel whose hate for those different from himself rivals Castle's hate for criminals. After a big gunfight Frank is out of ammunition and the Colonel has the drop on him. Frank has the bad guy right where he wants him. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #3MJ
    Punisher (1987 2nd Series) Mark Jewelers 3MJ

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    Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Story by Mike Baron. Art by Klaus Janson. Frank crosses the path of a racist organization known as the Army of the New American Revolution. They are led by an ex-Army Colonel whose hate for those different from himself rivals Castle's hate for criminals. After a big gunfight Frank is out of ammunition and the Colonel has the drop on him. Frank has the bad guy right where he wants him. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

  • Issue #9
    Question (1987 1st Series) 9

    Cover pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Bill Sienkiewicz. Watchers, script by Dennis O'Neil, pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Rick Magyar; Tot is kidnapped and The Question tries in vain to rescue him; guest-starring Aristotle Rodor and Izzy O'Toole. Suggested for Mature Readers. Deluxe format. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #198710
    Rabbit in the Hat Ranch Newsletter 198710

    October/November/December 1987 issue. Catalog of books and magic items for sale. 8.5-in. x 11-in.; black and white; 16 pages on white paper. No cover price.

  • Issue #4
    Retief Keith Laumer's (1987) 4

    Cover art by Dennis Fujitake. "Saline Solution," script by Keith Laumer (story), Dennis Fujitake, and Jan Strnad, art by Dennis Fujitake; Retief tries to settle a mining claim; Adapted from the short story by Keith Laumer, 'Saline Solution' first published in IF Worlds of Science Fiction, March, 1963. 36 pgs., B&W. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #11
    Richie Rich Digest Magazine (1986 2nd Series) 11

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    A digest-sized compilation of stories featuring the richest kid in the world. The latest invention from Rich Labs is a suit that is supposed to protect the wearer in all situations. Richie and Timmy Time, a kid from the future, track strange meteors through time, in a two-part story. Richie and Cadbury are wearing their Rippy and Crashman superhero costumes when the mystery thief known as the Chameleon steals Mrs. Rich's purse. Pierres Masterpiece; The Gold Rush; The Golden Fool; But He IS Useful; A Mighty Big Gift!; Robota the Timid; A Gem-uine Robot; Richie Rich and Timmy Time: Clock Around the Rock; Richie Rich and Timmy Time: The Mad Meteors; Richie Rich and Timmy Time: Back and Forth in Time; Unexpected Money; The All Situation Suit!; Superichie: The Show Must Go On and On and On!; Superichie: The Animal Act!; Superichie: The Elusive Chameleon; Superichie: We Can Play His Game; Little Audrey: Matter of Taste; Little Lotta: A Hospital Case; Little Dot: Uncle Branes Will Power Invention. 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

  • Issue #6
    Roachmill (1986 Blackthorne) 6
  • Issue #1
    Robocop (1987 Magazine) 1

    Official Marvel adaptation of the film. Cover price $2.00.

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  • Issue #19
    Robotech Masters (1985-1988 Comico) 19

    Adaptation of the Masters saga of the1980s popular animated TV series, Robotech. Is Zor a hero, a traitor or a spy? The truth is finally revealed as he, with the help of Musica, infiltrates the Masters' ship in "Crisis Point." Script by Mike Baron and art by Neil D. Vokes & Tom Poston. Back cover has Robotech pinup. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #19
    Robotech The New Generation (1985) 19

    Adaptation of the New Generation saga of the1980s popular animated TV series, Robotech. As Scott and Marlene's feelings for each other grow stronger, the team discovers the remains of an underground city in "Frostbite." Script by Markalan Joplin and art by Reggie Byers & Rich Rankin. Back cover has a pinup of Rand. Cover price $1.50.

  • Oct 3 1987
    Roy of the Rovers (UK 1976-1993 IPC/Fleetway) Oct 3 1987


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  • Oct 10 1987
    Roy of the Rovers (UK 1976-1993 IPC/Fleetway) Oct 10 1987


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  • Oct 17 1987
    Roy of the Rovers (UK 1976-1993 IPC/Fleetway) Oct 17 1987


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  • Oct 24 1987
    Roy of the Rovers (UK 1976-1993 IPC/Fleetway) Oct 24 1987


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  • Issue #11
    Sam Slade Robohunter (1986) 11
  • Issue #23
    Samurai (1986 1st Series Aircel) 23

    Eulogy, script by Barry Blair and Roger Camm, pencils by Barry Blair, Guang Yap, Craig Taillefer, Mike Charbonneau, Patrick McEown, Dale Keown, Bruce Blair, Eiwin Mark, Ken Campbell, and Tim McEown, inks by Barry Blair, Guang Yap, Craig Taillefer, Mike Charbonneau, Patrick McEown, Dale Keown, Bruce Blair, Eiwin Mark, Ken Campbell, and Tim McEown; Toshiro's funeral; Hotachi pays his own tribute; Many characters make cameo appearances at the funeral. 36 pgs. $1.70. Cover price $1.70.

  • Issue #141
    Savage Sword of Conan (1974 Marvel) 141

    Conan stars in "The Crimson Citadel." Script by Charles Dixon, pencils by Gary Kwapisz, inks by Ernie Chan. Dale Eaglesham portfolio. Fraja Bator frontispiece. Bob Larkin cover. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Say Kids! What Time is It? Notes From the Peanut Gallery HC (1987 Little, Brown and Company) 1-1ST


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    1st printing.

    By Stephen Davis.

    Say Kids! What Time is It? is the first backstage history of the Howdy Doody Show, which transfixed children of American Baby Boom between 1947 and 1960. Author Stephen Davis, the son of Howdy writer and director Howard Davis, provides an authoritative look at the glamourous early days of television in New York and the improbable cast that populated Doodyville - Buffalo Bob, Princess Summerfall Winterspring, Clarabell, and Chief Thunderthus - whose daily on-camera adventures are indelibly branded on the consciousness of a generation.

    Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 234 pages, Text (with B&W Behind-the-Scenes Photos of Cast and Crew).

    Cover price $16.95.

  • Issue #97
    Science Fiction Chronicle (1979-2006 Algol Press/DNA Publications) 97

    October 1987, Volume 9, Number 1 - Issue Number 97. Nick Smith cover art. The Monthly SF and Fantasy Newsmagazine. Book and publishing news and reviews. 8-in. x 11-in.; black and white; 42 pages on white paper. Cover price $2.00.

  • Issue #24
    Scout (1985) 24
    Published Oct 1987 by Eclipse.

    The battle continues with Scout and company fighting the final conflict in space in "Sittin'On Top of the World." Script and art by Timothy Truman. Issue also has a double page pinup of Scout and supporting characters by Timothy Truman. Last issue of the series. Cover price $1.75.

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  • Issue #19
    Secret Origins (1986 DC 2nd Series) 19

    Cover pencils by Murphy Anderson and Jack Kirby, inks by Murphy Anderson. The Coming of Uncle Sam, script by Len Wein, art by Murphy Anderson; based on the stories in National 1 & 5, and US #1. The Secret Origin of Guardian and the Newsboy Legion, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Arvell Jones, inks by Greg Theakston; based on the story in Star Spangled #7 and All Star Squadron Annual #1. 52 pgs. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

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  • Issue #19
    Secret Origins (1986-1990 2nd Series) Canadian Edition 19

    Canadian edition with $1.75 cover price. Cover pencils by Murphy Anderson and Jack Kirby, inks by Murphy Anderson. The Coming of Uncle Sam, script by Len Wein, art by Murphy Anderson; based on the stories in National 1 & 5, and US #1. The Secret Origin of Guardian and the Newsboy Legion, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Arvell Jones, inks by Greg Theakston; based on the story in Star Spangled #7 and All Star Squadron Annual #1. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #418
    Sgt. Rock (1977) 418
    Published Oct 1987 by DC.