Auctions: comic books 1984-1991, graded by CBCS

Echo of Futurepast (1984) 1 CBCS 9.4 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Label Error: Signature date may be incorrect.

Label #21-1982DFD-014

Bucky O'Hare (script by Larry Hama, art by Michael Golden), Tippie Toe Jones (script by Lynley Farley, art by Louis Mitchell with Neal Adams), Frankenstein (script and art by Neal Adams), Virus (script and art by Jean Teule), and Mudwogs (script and art by Arthur Suydam). Adams cover. Cover price $2.95.

Elementals Sex Special (1991) 1A CBCS 9.8 Gould

Paper: White

Label #21-2491A44-001

Regular cover. Cover by Gould. "Sex, Lies, sans videotape." 16 pages. Story by Bill Willingham. Pencils by Mike Leeke. Inks by Mike Chen. Fathom has been trying to track down the metamorphing dolphin, Walker to enlist him in organizing the ocean's metahumans to fight in the war against the Oblivion planet. He's been looking for her for a totally different reason. "A little seduction." 10 pages. Story and pencils by Bill Willingham. Inks by Mike Chen and Dan Schaefer. F.I.S.H. agent Mary Lo has been tasked with obtaining secrets from Tommy Czuchra. The story's title should give you a clue as to how she goes about it. This issue was originally intended as issue 18 of the second Elementals series and thus, many of the plot elements are integral to that series. 32 pages. Full color. Cover price $2.95.

Elvira Mistress of the Dark (1988 Magazine) 1D CBCS 9.0 SS Joe Jusko

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Joe Jusko. Direct Edition.

Label #23-3A44982-003

Direct Edition. Cover by Ernie Colon and Joe Jusko. Art by Ernie Colon and Romeo Tanghal. Adaptation of the 1988 "Elvira: Mistress of the Dark" movie. 1-shot, magazine-sized. Cover price $2.00.

Elvira's House of Mystery (1986 DC) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back

Direct Edition.

Label #19-333729F-082

All-new stories! "Someone Is Watching Her" is brought to you by writer and penciler Dennis Yee and inker Jim Fern. A doofy wimp hounds an innocent young woman but a dead thing is watching both of them! Cover by Mark Beachum and Dick Giordano. Cover price $0.75.

Elvira's House of Mystery (1986 DC) 5 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #20-24EC60A-007

New! Improved! More shock and schlock with the Mistress of the Dark! Tales written by Joey Cavalieri, Rory Metcalf and Robert Kanigher, and drawn by Mark Beachum, Tom Grindberg and Dick Ayers! Cover by Beachum. Cover price $0.75.

Epic Illustrated (1980 Magazine) 30 CBCS 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #23-225B7AF-002

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Cover art by Berni Wrightson. The End of the Earth (Chapter Five) (Table of Contents)--The Last Galactus Story, script and pencils by John Byrne, inks by Terry Austin. Selling Insurance starring Cerebus, script by Dave Sim, pencils by Dave Sim and Gerhard (backgrounds), inks by Dave Sim and Gerhard. The Girl Next Door starring Cerebus, script by Dave Sim, pencils by Dave Sim and Gerhard (backgrounds), inks by Dave Sim and Gerhard. Infinity: Where Rock and Fantasy Art Meet article, art by Glenn Pepple, Anita Barbour, Daina Graziunas, Jim Starlin, Berni Wrightson, Jeffrey Jones, Alin Wilson, Jon Jay Muth, Dan Green, and Alex Bialy. Cobalt- 60 story, script by Larry Todd, art by Mark Bode. Unicorn Autumn text story by Archie Goodwin, art by Alix Berenzy. Mediaview article by Dennis O'Neil. The Sign, script by Jo Duffy, pencils by Kent Williams. An Epic History featuring Dreadstar article by James P. Starlin. Raven Banner Marvel Graphic Novel Preview, script by Alan Zelenetz, art by Charles Vess. Journey to Outer Earth, script and art by Rick Geary. Toadswart story, script and art by Tim Conrad. The Fix, script and art by Pepe Moreno. 100 pgs. June, 1985. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Epic Illustrated (1980 Magazine) 33 CBCS 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition Contains Subscription Insert.

Label #23-2463D2B-002

Cover pencils by Phil Hale. The Dweller in Darkness (Chapter Eight)--The Last Galactus Story, script and pencils by John Byrne, inks by Bob Wiacek. Reaching Out starring Dr. Watchstop, script and art by Ken Macklin. Beating the Heat starring Dr. Watchstop, script and art by Ken Macklin. Illustrated text piece on Tim Conrad's portfolio. Briar Rose, script by Lynn Parrish, art by Kent Williams. Final Passage (Chapter VIII) starring Toadswart, script and art by Tim Conrad. Mediaview article by Dennis O'Neil. Fish Story, script by Mike Baron, art by John Totleben. Ein Heldentraum, script by Patrick Mason, art by P. Craig Russell; Goethe adaptation. Snowmen, script and pencils by Kent Williams. Snickers That's Entertainment, script by Kevin Duane, art by Mark Bode. The Champion, script by Doug Moench and Gene Day, art by Dan Day. Johnny Badhair, script and pencils by Phil Hale. 100 pgs. Dec, 1985. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 1D CBCS 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-2BC5393-027

Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 – "Warwolves of London!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. NOTE: This tale picks up after the events of Excalibur: The Sword is Drawn (1988). The world believes the mutant heroes the X-Men are dead (see Fall of the Mutants). Kitty Pryde and Nightcrawler, almost fully recovered from severe injuries sustained during the Mutant Massacre, join the psychic Rachel Summers (Phoenix II), the British superman Captain Britain and his elf lover, Meggan, to form the super team Excalibur. However, dangerous adversaries are gathering and this new group will have to learn to be a team if they are going to survive the coming days. Featuring a full page pin-up of Phoenix II on back cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Widget. Cover price $1.50.

Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 7 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-289B7BE-022

Inferno Tie-In - "Goblin Morn!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. Can the heroes of Excalibur resist the enchantment which has settle over the city of New York? Featuring a frightening homage to A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET. Also featuring a full page pin-up of Excalibur during Inferno on back cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.50.

Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 41 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-27C178C-051

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"At Last, the Reunion!" Guest-starring the X-Men (sort of). Cable cameo. Story by Scott Lobdell and Dana Moreshead. Art by Dave Hoover and Ivy and Harry Candelario. Cover by Dave Hoover (see NOTE). Its the reunion four years in the making, or is it? 32 pages, FC. NOTE: The cover of this issue is an homage to cover of Excalibur: The Sword is Drawn (1988) by Alan Davis. Cover price $1.75.

Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) 286 CBCS 9.9

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-2491A44-017

Last 65-cent issue. Return of Jean Grey: Part 2 of 3 - X-Factor tie-in. "Like a Phoenix!" Guest-starring the Uncanny X-Men and Avengers. Story by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Cover by John Byrne. Story continued from Avengers (Vol. 1) #263. Don't miss the startling return of Jean Grey! How did she survive, and where has she been? The answers will shock and surprise you. Plus, this issue sets the stage for the return of the of the original X-Men! Story continues in X-Factor (1986-1998 1st Series) #1. Cover price $0.65.

Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) 286 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0000473-AA-016

Last 65-cent issue. Return of Jean Grey: Part 2 of 3 - X-Factor tie-in. "Like a Phoenix!" Guest-starring the Uncanny X-Men and Avengers. Story by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Cover by John Byrne. Story continued from Avengers (Vol. 1) #263. Don't miss the startling return of Jean Grey! How did she survive, and where has she been? The answers will shock and surprise you. Plus, this issue sets the stage for the return of the of the original X-Men! Story continues in X-Factor (1986-1998 1st Series) #1. Cover price $0.65.

Firestorm (1982 2nd Series) 23 CBCS 9.2 SS Conway

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Gerry Conway on 4/10/2022. Newsstand Edition

Label #22-1D84B02-011

First appearance of Felicity Smoak in Byte 1/2. Firestorm must contend with the electric menace calling herself Byte at the computer fair in "Byte". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Gerry Conway, plot by Carla Conway, pencils by Rafael Kayanan, inks by Rodin Rodriguez. Firehawk. Cover price $0.75.

Fright Night (1988) 8 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2DD19F6-008

The Revenge of Evil Ed! Story by Tony Caputo. Art by Neil Vokes. Adventures of the monster hunters Charley and Peter, based on the beloved vampire film from 1985. Evil Ed finds new ways to mess with Charley when he becomes the new DJ at The Club; Charley learns that his girlfriend Natalia's father was killed by a vampire. Also featuring a Rust backup story. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.75.

Ghost Rider (1990 2nd Series) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2760E21-001

Written by Howard Mackie. Art by Javier Saltares and Mark Texeira. When innocent blood is spilled, a spirit of vengeance us born! And Danny Ketch finds himself transformed into the GHOST RIDER! Featuring the diabolical Kingpin. NOTE: 1st appearance of Blackout II. Cover price $1.50.

Ghost Rider (1990 2nd Series) 15REP CBCS 9.8 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing

Label #19-27C178C-073

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Cover glows in the dark Cover price $1.75.

Ghost Rider (1990 2nd Series) 19 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-27C178C-076

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Part 1 of 2 - "The Deal!" Written by Howard Mackie. Art by Mark Texeira. Ghost Rider faces off with the killer Zodiak. Meanwhile, a foolish man makes a deal with the devil himself – Mephisto! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.75.

Ghost Rider (1990 2nd Series) 20 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-27C178C-077

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Part 2 of 2 – "Sign of Death!" Written by Howard Mackie. Art by Ron Wagner and Mark Texeira. At last! The Spirit of Vengeance has his hands on the murderous Zodiak, but misguided man trying to do the right thing may get in the way. Plus, the grotesque secret of Zodiak is revealed. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.75.

Ghost Rider and Cable (1991) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-27C178C-095

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Cover by Sam Kieth. Collects material from Marvel Comics Presents (1988-1995 1st Series) #90-98. Cover price $3.95.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 21N CBCS 8.0 Newsstand Variant 1st Printing

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-3246A82-004

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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 (1982 Marvel) 30 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-19F6BD9-022

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1st printing - "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 (1982 Marvel) 32 CBCS 9.8 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1984E1B-003

1st printing - "The Mountain!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Frank Springer and Andy Mushynsky. Can Spirit, Firefly, and Destro stop trying to kill each other long enough to survive the journey down THE MOUNTAIN? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 32 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D24259-010

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1st printing - "The Mountain!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Frank Springer and Andy Mushynsky. Can Spirit, Firefly, and Destro stop trying to kill each other long enough to survive the journey down THE MOUNTAIN? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 33 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D24259-011

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1st printing - "Celebration!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Frank Springer and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Who wants Cobra Commander dead? You'll never guess. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 35 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D24259-013

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1st printing - "Dreadnoks on the Loose!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham, Mark Bright, Bob Camp, and Larry Hama. Cover by John Byrne. The Dreadnoks return and chaos follows! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 36 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #22-3F879FE-004

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1st printing - "All the Ships at Sea!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham, Mark Bright, Bob Camp, and Larry Hama. Cover by Michael Golden. A crack squad of Joes fights for survival on the open seas. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 36REP.2ND CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #19-47D43C8-011

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This is a second printing. All 2nd printings have a 2nd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 37REP.2ND CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #19-47D43C8-012

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This is a second printing. All 2nd printings have a 2nd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 38 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D24259-016

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1st printing - "Judgments!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Witness the trial of Cobra Commander's son! Will a father order the execution of his own child?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 40 CBCS 7.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-47D43C8-015

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1st printing - "Hydrofoil!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Meet Shipwreck! This is one sailor that knows how to crack Cobra heads. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Shipwreck. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 42 CBCS 8.5 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1984E1B-016

1st printing - "Ties that Bind!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Storm Shadow and his pupil reach a crossroads. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 43 CBCS 8.5 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1984E1B-018

1st printing - "Crossroads!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. One brave soul will make the ultimate sacrifice! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 48 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-47D43C8-020

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1st printing - "Slaughter!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. The Joes have captured Zartan! Only problem is, Zartan has them right where he wants them. Plus, the toughest Joe yet makes his Marvel Comics debut! 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Sgt. Slaughter. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 50 CBCS 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D24259-028

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1st printing - "The Battle of Springfield!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. It's all out action, as GI Joe celebrates 50 issues with a no holds barred throw down with Cobra and their new emperor - Serpentor! 48 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Zarana. Cover price $1.25.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 51 CBCS 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D26C85-001

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1st printing - "Thunder Machine!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by John Byrne. The Dreadnoks head to GI Joe headquarters to break Zartan out of jail! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 56D CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-47D43C8-028

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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 (1982 Marvel) 57 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-47D43C8-029

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1st printing - "Strange Bedfellows!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Ron Wagner and Kim DeMulder. Meet GI Joes newest ally - Destro?! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 60 CBCS 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D26C85-010

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1st printing - "Cross Purposes!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Todd McFarlane and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. The Joes race against the clock to stop the Dreadnoks from sabotaging a shuttle launch. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Chuckles. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 65 CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1D26C85-015

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In "Shuttle Complex," it's an all out space war as the Joes launch a shuttle to try to keep Cobra Commander from destroying a number of spy satellites monitoring Cobra activity; the new Cobra Commander takes control; and Snake-Eyes and Scarlett join the circus. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Duke; Snake-Eyes; Scarlett; Rip-Cord; Lift-Ticket; Roadblock; Main-Frame; Payload; Hardtop; Sci-Fi; Roadblock;; Dial-Tone; GUESTS: Blind Master; White Clown (1st); VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Scrap-Iron; Techno-Vipers. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mike Zeck and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 67 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D26C85-017

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In "Cold Snap," the captured Joes return from Borovia; Cobra begins its Terror-Drome operation; and Storm Shadow dispenses much ninja wisdom to Billy. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Dial-Tone; Stalker; Snow-Job; Quick-Kick; Outback; Lady Jaye; Flint; Roadblock; Leatherneck; Shipwreck; Doc; Tunnel Rat; Snake-Eyes; Scarlett; Psyche-Out; Jinx; GUESTS: Storm Shadow; Billy; Blind Master; VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 72 CBCS 9.0 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

Label #21-1981F70-005

"Stiletto" finds the new Cobra agent, Star-Viper, breaking into The Pit III and stealing an experimental and expensive black box mechanism from under the Joes' noses. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Gung-Ho; Dusty; Spirit Iron-Knife; Flint; Lady Jaye; Iceberg; Mainframe; Tunnel Rat; Wildcard (1st); Skidmark (1st); Windmill (1st); VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Star-Viper (1st); Croc-Master (1st); Cobra Soldiers. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 103 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-1D27E7E-004

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In "Amazing the Welkin," Storm Shadow blackmails the Jugglers to get Snake-Eyes a mission to get his mind off of Scarlett, while the Joe Team and the Oktober Guard battle at Sierra Gordo. Characters: Misha; Lt.Gorky; Daina; Dragonsky (All as The Oktober Guard); Spirit; Mutt; Russ; Scarlett; Jake The Foreman; Hawk; Raggedy-Mouf; Spike; Snake-Eyes; Stalker; Cobra Commander; Scarlett's Sister; Storm Shadow; Thurston; The Jugglers; Flint; Roadblock; Darklon; Muskrat; Lady Jaye. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Mark Bright and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Lee Weeks. Cover price $1.00.

GI Joe Yearbook (1985 Marvel) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-3DACC9C-003

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Cover by Michael Golden(front and back). Includes material from GI Joe (1982-1994 Marvel) #1. Featuring everything you need to know about America's favorite heroes! Includes: "Operation Lady Doomsday!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Herb Trimpe and Bob McLeod. The first ever GI JOE adventure, complete and uncut. "The Pit!" From the Top Secret Files of GI JOE: a look at the Joes' old headquarters and their ultra modern new base deep beneath the Chaplains' Assistants School at Ford Wadsworth. "Profiles!" All the inside info on some of your favorite Joes and Cobra agents. And, "GI Joe on Television!" The Joes bring their brand of excitement to the home screen. 64 pages, FC. Cover price $1.50.

Gobbledygook (1986 2nd Series Mirage) 1 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #21-22F6136-051

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New 8 page TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) story plus a Donatello/Michaelangelo 7 pg. story & a Gizmo story. An anthology featuring short stories and pin-up pages by the Mirage Studios artists and a few guests. An anthology featuring short stories and pin-up pages by the Mirage Studios artists and a few guests. Full Contents: Page 1: "Don't Sleep on Main Street" - Eastman and Laird Pages 2-3: "Only a Loser" - Eastman and Laird Pages 4-10: "Technofear!" - TMNT story by Peter Laird Pages 11-12: "Enchanted Pilgrim" illos by Peter Laird Page 13: SCAT magazine cover by Peter Laird Page 14: "The Technician" illo by Peter Laird Page 15: Untitled illo by Peter Laird Pages 16-19: "The Crossing" - short story featuring Splat & Beggar by Kevin Eastman Pages 20-24: Untitled Splat & Beggar short story by Eastman and Laird Pages 25-33: "The Louder the Better" - Splat & Beggar story by Eastman and Eric Talbot Page 34: Previously unpublished science fiction illo by Peter Laird Page 35: Triceraton illo by Peter Laird Pages 36-38: Dragon illos by Peter Laird Pages 39-42: "You Had To Be There" - B&W version of the color story that was published in TMNT #7 by Kevin Eastman and Richard Corben Pages 43-49: "Cosmic Crows" - humor strip by Ryan Brown and Bruce Hatten Pages 50-55: "Cola Wars" - Science fiction story by Kevin Eastman and Jim Lawson. Pages 56-57: Halloween cover illos for "Hampshire Life" by Peter Laird Page 58: Previously unpublished horror illo by Peter Laird Page 59: Cover illo for the "Smith College Alumnae Quarterly" by Peter Laird Page 60: "Cosmic Crows" - humor strip by Ryan Brown Page 61-70: "Pursuit" - science fiction story by Peter Laird Pages 71-73: Three one page shorts by Michael Dooney Pages 74-77: Previously unpublished comic book samples by Peter Laird Pages 78-81: "Shopping Spree" - Gizmo story by Michael Dooney Pages 82-89: "Crazy Man" - TMNT story by Kevin Eastman, Ryan Brown and Jim Lawson Page 90: "Cosmic Crows": humor strip by Ryan Brown Cover price $3.50.

Green Lantern Green Arrow (1983) 4 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1449783-003

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Cover art by Neal Adams. Stories reprinted from Green Lantern 82 and 83. "How Do You Fight a Nightmare?", script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Dick Giordano and Bernie Wrightson (p. 13); When Green Arrow and Black Canary are confronted by harpies, GA calls Green Lantern for help; GL follows the harpies into a trap laid by The Witch Queen on behalf of her brother Sinestro; Following a lead, GA and BC meet a group of Amazons, who, impressed by Black Canary's fighting skills, explain how in the distant past they were banished to another plane by a wizard, but have been allowed to return by The Witch Queen to make all men pay. A "Denny O'Neil Neal Adams Index"; Synopses of all the non-GL/GA DC stories by O'Neil and Adams, with three cover reproductions. "And a Child Shall Destroy Them!", script by Denny O'Neil, pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Dick Giordano; Green Lantern and Green Arrow accompany Dinah as she begins a job at a private school where they are greeted by the cook Grandy, a little girl with psychic powers named Sybil, and the owner Jason Belmore; After Belmore asks the costumed heroes to leave, Dinah is confronted by Grandy, who explains that in Sybil he finally found a way to keep the children of the school in order. Reprinted covers of Green Lantern 82 and 83, art by Neal Adams. DC Comics presents the award-winning series that set new standards in comics excellence! 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.00.

Grimjack (1984) 73 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on back of case

Label #19-2AD1FA5-019

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Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 23 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2767520-020

Crisis On Infinite Earths crossover. Northwind, Jade and Brainwave try to stave off Feithera's destruction (with a little help from Solomon Grundy) in "Feithera by Stormlight!" Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane and Mike Harris, inks by Steve Montano and Tony DeZuniga. 1-page pin-up of the Silver Scarab by McFarlane and DeZuniga. 28 pages of story. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover. Cover price $1.50.

Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 24 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-40D9BCD-081

Crisis On Infinite Earths crossover. The Star-Spangled Kid and Jonni Thunder take on The Last Criminal and his goons in "Back From The Future!" Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane and Ron Harris, inks by Tony DeZuniga, Dick Giordano and Arnie Starr. 28 pages of story. Denys Cowan/Giordano cover. Cover price $1.50.

Judge Dredd (1986 Quality) 35 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #19-2A98398-058

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"Nosferatu" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Ron Smith; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #432-433; part 2 of 2. Plus: "The Law According to Judge Dredd" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Kevin O'Neill; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #474-475. Also: "Shok!" is by Rogan and Kevin O'Neill. Cover by Jim Fern and Mark McKenna. Cover price $1.50.

Judge Dredd (1986 Quality) 42 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Debris trapped between case and inner well

Label #19-2A98398-059

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"West Side Rumble" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Cliff Robinson; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #434. Plus: "Thirteenth Assessment" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Ron Smith; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #421. Also: "Casey's Day Out" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Ron Smith; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #422. And: "Hagatha Smeld" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Ian Gibson; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #419. Cover by Randy Elliott. Cover price $1.75.