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Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 40 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4400986018

"The Murder Agency!" Script by Doug Moench, art by Paul Gulacy. It's martial arts mayhem at its best when Shang Chi must pit his considerable skills against the deadly League of Assassins. Letters to the editor from writer Frank Lovece and Eclipse Comics publisher Dean Mullaney. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twinkie Takers." Gil Kane cover pencils. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 41 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986017

"Slain in Secrecy, and by Illusion!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Sal Buscema and Mike Esposito. Shang Chi reveals a troubled chapter from his past. It is a tale of hard lessons learned and of brother against brother. Take a look at the rarely seen early days before Shang Chi became the undisputed Master of Kung Fu. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 42 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4400986016

"The Clock of Shattered Time!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Tom Sutton. Learn the series of events that led Shang Chi to the verge of death by the hands of Shock-Wave, a martial artists whose electrically charged hands mean death. Note: Much like that classic episode of Sienfeld, this issue begins at the end and ends at the beginning. Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 43 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4400986015

A Flash of Purple Sparks!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jack Abel. In his last meeting with Shock-Wave, Shang Chi almost met his end. How can even the Master of Kung Fu hope to defeat an opponent whose very touch means certain death? Cover price $0.25.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 44 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986014

Golden Daggers: Prelude. "A Death Rub!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy. Shang Chi recalls a tale from his past. Plus, he and Reston take on the criminal gang known as the Golden Daggers. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 45 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986013

Golden Dagger: Part 1 of 6. "The Death Seed!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. This is the first chapter in an epic tale that pits father against son. As Shang Chi gears up for his ultimate confrontation with Fu Manchu he must first face his own sister. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 46 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986012

Golden Dagger (Clive Reston) Part 2 of 6. "The Spider Spell!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. Reston is captured and Shang Chi must get past a man-mountain of a sumo that can resist his most powerful blows. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 47 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986011

Golden Dagger (Leiko Wu) Part 3 of 6. "Phantom Sand!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Pablo Marcos. An ancient evil is resurrected. A samurai of unmatched skill. Shang Chi and Leiko must fight side-by-side against impossible odds. Plus, Reston and Fu Manchu show up for the party as well. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 48 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986010

Golden Daggers (Black Jack Tarr) Part 4 of 6. "City in the Top of the World!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Jack Abel. While the surely spy attempts to infiltrate the underground city, Fu Manchu introduces his new son to the world. And, Shang Chi shall come face-to-face with the immortal Shaka Kharn. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 50 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986009

Golden Daggers. Part 6 of 6. (Fu Manchu). "The Dreamslayer!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Paul Gulacy and Mike Esposito. In order the save the world can Shang Chi kill his own father? He'll first have to get through the immortal Shaka Kharn. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 51 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4400986008

Golden Dagger: Epilogue. "Brass and Blackness (A Death Move)!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Craig and Pablo Marcus. It's the explosive conclusion to the biggest Master of Kung Fu epic to date. In the aftermath of his latest adventure, Shang Chi must bury a friend. Plus, a new beginning in the life of the Master of Kung Fu. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 52 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986007

"A Night at the 1001 Nights!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Keith Pollard. Shang Chi's journey brings him to Morocco. Plus, the Master of Kung Fu runs into the most unexpected guest-star whose penchant for trouble is never too far behind. 32 pages. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 53 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4400986006

Reprints Master of Kung Fu #20. "Weapon of the Soul!" Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Paul Gulacy and Al Milgrom. Assassins rise from the sea to try and murder Shang Chi. After their attempt fails, the Master of Kung Fu intends to find out who sent them, and why. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 54 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4400986005

The Saga of War-Yore. Part 1 of 4. "The Story of War-Yore!" Story by Doug Moench. Art by Jim Craig and John Tartag. Cover by Jim Starlin. It's a new direction in the life of the Master of Kung Fu. Shang Chi has left the employ of Smith's Agency, and others have come with him, but the uncertain future holds dangers even for the Master of Kung Fu. Plus, Learn the mysterious past of the man called War-Yore. Note: This story continues in Master of Kung Fu #56. Cover price $0.30.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 73 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4400986025

"Prisoners to the Crown!" Part 2 of 4. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Mike Zeck. Shang Chi and company return to the malevolently mutated Mordillo Isle. Cover price $0.35.

Master of Kung Fu (1974 Marvel) 74 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4400986024

"Bynocki Triumphant!" Part 3 of 4. Story by Doug Moench. Art by Mike Zeck and Bruce Patterson. Though their master is since dead, the mischievous creations of Mordillo Island live on. Now, Shang Chi and his erstwhile adversary, Shock-Wave, must fight side-by-side to survive their experience here. Cover price $0.35.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3914024003

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3914119006

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961034015

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961034016

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3986091023

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3986091025

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Masters of the Universe Special Preview Insert (1982 DC) NN CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3985801009

Special Masters of the Universe preview supplement originally included inside various DC publications at the time.

Mendicino County Comix (1982 County Comix Group) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4249841007

8-in. x 10 1/2-in., 40 pages, B/W. Cover price $1.25.

Mendicino County Comix (1982 County Comix Group) 1 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4249841008

8-in. x 10 1/2-in., 40 pages, B/W. Cover price $1.25.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4 SS Al Milgrom

Paper: White

Signed & sketch by Al Milgrom on 11/12/20.

Label #3733512004

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4 SS Al Milgrom

Paper: White

Signed & sketch by Al Milgrom on 11/12/20.

Label #3733512003

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back

Label #3932925001

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4104311001

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 2 CBCS 9.6

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Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-1D8DDAD-002

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Cover pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Joe Rubinstein. "Earth!", script by Bill Mantlo, pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Joe Rubinstein; Escaping from Prince Shaitan and Baron Karza, the Micronauts arrive on Earth where they are the size of small toys; Prince Shaitan succeeds in following them and attacks them in the garden of the Coffin Family. "Time Traveller: character profile, script by Bill Mantlo, pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Josef Rubinstein. "An Irresistable Force!" Hostess Twinkies ad featuring Iron Man. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4386883018

Cover pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Joe Rubinstein. "Death-Duel at Daytona Beach!", script by Bill Mantlo, pencils by Michael Golden (breakdowns) and Joe Rubinstein, inks by Joe Rubinstein; The battle continues between the Micronauts and the soldiers of Karza after the opponents travel throughout space and arrive on Earth; After a massive battle and a lot of destruction, the Micronauts win, but it wasn't a happy victory; Bug is missing, the Endeavor is crippled, and the tracking device permits Baron Karza to discover a other world to conquer. Baron Karza illustration, pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Josef Rubinstein. "The Incredible Hulk Changes His Mind!" Hostess Cup Cakes ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 3 CBCS 9.2

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-003

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Cover pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Joe Rubinstein. "Death-Duel at Daytona Beach!", script by Bill Mantlo, pencils by Michael Golden (breakdowns) and Joe Rubinstein, inks by Joe Rubinstein; The battle continues between the Micronauts and the soldiers of Karza after the opponents travel throughout space and arrive on Earth; After a massive battle and a lot of destruction, the Micronauts win, but it wasn't a happy victory; Bug is missing, the Endeavor is crippled, and the tracking device permits Baron Karza to discover a other world to conquer. Baron Karza illustration, pencils by Michael Golden, inks by Josef Rubinstein. "The Incredible Hulk Changes His Mind!" Hostess Cup Cakes ad. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 4 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-004

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Death's stronghold! In "A Hunting We Will Go!", Slug looks for Argon; Coffins meet Phillip Prometheus at the Human Engineering Life Laboratories (HELL). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art and cover by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-005

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In "The Prometheus Pit!", Micros look for Bug; HELL's Prometheus Pit is a doorway to the Microverse; return of Argon. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art and cover by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-006

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In "The Great Escapes," it's the escape from HELL; Ray Coffin meets Time Traveller; Argon rescues Slug; Karza meets Prometheus. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art and cover by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 8 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-008

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In "Earth Wars!", Argon becomes Force Commander; Ray Coffin becomes Captain Universe; Captain Universe and the Micronauts vs. Karza at HELL. Introduction/first appearance of Captain Universe. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Bob McLeod. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 8 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #3986120011

In "Earth Wars!", Argon becomes Force Commander; Ray Coffin becomes Captain Universe; Captain Universe and the Micronauts vs. Karza at HELL. Introduction/first appearance of Captain Universe. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Bob McLeod. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 9 CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-009

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The Micronauts return to Spartak (Acroyear's homeworld), and there's a battle on Homeworld in "Home is Where the Heart is!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 11 CBCS 9.0

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-011

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Saga's end! It's Force Commander vs. Karza; introduction of Enigma Force; and Acroyears arrive in "We Are the Enigma Force!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 12 CBCS 9.2

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-012

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It's a history of Spartak, plus Acroyear vs. Shaitan in "To the Victors Belongs a World!" Written by Bill Mantlo and Michael Golden, with art by Michael Golden and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 13 CBCS 9.2

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-013

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The spotlight's on Bug, who returns to home planet Kaliklak, plus the introduction of Jasmine in "Be It Ever So Deadly!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 14 CBCS 8.5

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-014

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"A Hot Time on the Old World!" has Bug and Jasmine on Kaliklak; the Micronauts leave Homeworld for exploring, and are soon joined by Acroyear and Cilicia. Fantastic Four cameo. Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 15 CBCS 9.0

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-015

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Microtron is injured in a fight with Psycho-Man's Antrons, and SHIELD tells the Fantastic Four about the Micronauts in "The Inside Job!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 16 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-016

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The Micronauts take on Psycho-Man, and the Fantastic Four arrives to try to save them in "Rendezvous in Sub-Atomica!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 17 CBCS 9.4

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-017

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The Micronauts and the Fantastic Four versus Psycho-Man, and Biotron is destroyed, but rebuilt (along with Microtron) in "...The Harder They Fall!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 18 CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-018

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The Micronauts return to Earth, then fight dolls animated by young girl Helen (of Saugerties, NY) in "Child Eyes!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Howard Chaykin and Al Milgrom. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 19 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-019

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Bug is captured by Odd John and mutated, ample reasons for the Micronauts to fight Odd John in "Divided They Fall." Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 20 CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-020

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Ant-Man aids the Micronauts against mutated bugs and Odd John in "Enter: Ant-Man." Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 21 CBCS 9.0

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-021

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"Say it with Flowers!" is written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Plus: a "Tales of the Microverse" story, where Shaitan is resurrected on Spartak, by Bill Mantlo, Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 22 CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-1D8DDAD-022

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The Micronauts versus a burglar in McDonald's in "The Best Darned Burglar in the Whole Wide World!" Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Plus: a "Tales of the Microverse" story, featuring Slug on Homeworld, by Bill Mantlo, Pat Broderick and Armando Gil. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $0.40.