Auctions: comic books 1994, graded by CBCS

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 385 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2EDE684-017

"Rough Justice!" Trial by Jury Part 3 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. In a surprising turn of events, Orwell Taylor grants the web-slinger a stay of execution! But only if Spider-Man agrees to help the Jury steal a high-powered weapon that could kill Venom! Inside a government research center, the wall-crawler plays along with the scheme until he has a chance to turn the tables and dismiss the Jury! Meanwhile, Mary Jane's smoking addiction reaches a critical stage! And Peter tries something desperate to persuade her to stop! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Richard Parker, Mary Parker, and Nick Katzenberg. (Note: The Jury returns in the first issue of Spider-Man The Arachnis Project (1994) Limited Series.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 394A CBCS 9.8 Foil Flipbook

Paper: White

Foil Edition.

Label #21-2EDF580-008

48-page Flipbook Edition. "Breakdown!" Power and Responsibility Part 2 of 4. Script by J.M. DeMatteis. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Larry Mahlstedt. Foil cover (front and back) by Mark Bagley and Larry Mahlstedt. Story continues from Web of Spider-Man 117. In stunning fashion the clone of Spider-Man is back! Wow! Where in the world has he been since the classic Amazing Spider-Man 149? Regrettably due to a new crisis at the Ravencroft Institute, the web-slinger doesn't have time to ponder that question! A mysterious doctor named Judas Traveller has taken over the facility! And he threatens to release the inmates if the wall-crawler does not respond to his summons! Caught between a rock and a hard place, the Spectacular Spider-Man sneaks into Ravencroft! Where a terrible ordeal awaits! Story continues in Spider-Man 51. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Anna Watson, Aunt May, Scrier, Mr. Nacht, Chakra, Dr. Kafka, John Jameson, Vermin, Carnage, Shriek, and the Chameleon. Flip story: "No Escape!" The Double Part 2 of 4. Origin of the Spider-Clone. Script by J.M. DeMatteis. Pencils by Liam Sharp. Inks by Robin Riggs. Ben Reilly (aka the Spider-Clone) tries to escape from the Jackal. But the cruel villain uses the Gwen Stacy clone to foil his attempt. (Note: This issue includes three pin-ups: the Scarlet Spider by Steven Butler; Spider-Man and Puma by Mark Bagley and Larry Mahlstedt; and Carnage by Shawn McManus). Cover price $2.95.

Appleseed Databook (1994) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-40C731D-065

By MASAMUNE SHIROW. Masamune Shirow's acclaimed cyberpunk epic is back! The APPLESEED DATABOOK contains technical data on all the major characters, machinery and locales of this fascinating future world. In a special flip feature, Deunan and Briareos make their return in an all-new short story as they track a saboteur in the troubled utopia of Olympus. Cover price $3.50.

Blaze (1994) 1 CBCS 9.6 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2021. Direct Edition

Label #21-1982DFD-002

Cover pencils by Henry Martinez, inks by Bud LaRosa. A Cold Blast From Ice Box Bob!, script by Larry Hama, pencils by Henry Martinez, inks by Bud LaRosa; Johnny Blaze battles the dead Ice Box Bob who has taken possession of the local storekeeper. Events of Johnny's life "told" in a tarot card reading, script by Peter Sanderson. 36 pgs. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

Breed (1994) 1A CBCS 9.0 Starlin

Paper: White

Label #19-2AF890E-007

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Cover by Jim Starlin. Standard edition. Untitled story, script and art by Jim Starlin; Raymond Stoner is born, grows up, goes to Nam; In Nam he discovers the Breed power inside him. Card to collect the stamps for the Bravura Gold Stamp program; directions for the contest. Tom Mason's column and an interview with Jim Stalin. 48 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Deadpool (1994 Mini Series) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Direct Edition. Minor front/back scuff(s).

Label #17-3578EEE-017

Cover pencils by Ian Churchill. If Looks Could Kill, script by Mark Waid, pencils by Ian Churchill, inks by Jason Minor; Black Tom is dying from his wooden infection and Banshee has Dr. Killebrew, a specialist in cellular regeneration, treat him in prison; Juggernaut breaks in, rescues Tom and captures Killebrew; Deadpool is out for a quiet drink when he is assaulted by Black Tom's goons but he gets a timely assist from old pal Banshee and his daughter, Siryn; During the battle, DP's hand is cut off and he blacks out as his healing factor fails to regenerate it. Waid's 1st work for Marvel. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 673 CBCS 7.5 SS Dixon/ Nolan/ Hanna

Paper: Off white to white

Verified Signatures: Chuck Dixon, Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. (#6/2500)

Label #23-105C26A-005

KnightQuest: The Crusade, following the adventures of Azrael as the new Batman, continues: Caught between a rock and a hard place, Batman has to face the climax of the Joker's homicidal foray into film production and try to cope with an internal struggle between the demands of the System and his own humanity. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 675D.A CBCS 8.5 SS Jones Variant

Paper: White

Verified Signatures: Chuck Dixon, Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. (#1150/5000) Collectors Edition

Label #23-105C26A-006

Direct Sales Collector's Edition. Embossed cover; KnightQuest: The Crusade concludes! Batman is forced to augment his costume yet again for his showdown with the deadly Gunhawk, who has taken an entire hospital hostage with a new prototype weapon! KnightQuest: The Crusade and KnightQuest: The Search converge in a special epilogue in Robin (1993-2009) #7, leading into the new story arc KnightsEnd next month. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. Cover price $2.95.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 676 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-007

In the extra-sized Part 3 (of 12) of KnightsEnd, Nightwing and Robin continue shadowing Batman, while the Dark Knight hunts for the arms dealer he believes has ties to the Order of St. Dumas. Meanwhile, Bruce Wayne's retraining continues in a battle against two deadly martial arts warriors atop speeding vehicles on the Gotham Expressway! Continued from Batman Shadow of the Bat (1992) #29. Continues in Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #62. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Kelley Jones and John Beatty. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 678 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-011

The events of ZERO HOUR unexpectedly grant Bruce Wayne his fondest wish...a world in which his parents were never killed! Now Batman must struggle with the question of finding some way to repair the timestream, or leaving it as he always wished it could be...except in this rewritten history, young Bruce Wayne was the one murdered. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Bob McLeod. Cover by Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover price $1.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 679 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-24270B3-013

Prodigal part 3. The conflicts established during ZERO MONTH continue, and Bruce Wayne's decision has dire consequences for those close to Batman. And the Ratcatcher returns with a serious grudge against the Dark Knight. Plus, Robin learns that Two-Face has escaped. Continues in Robin (1993-2009) #11. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Lee Weeks and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Weeks. Cover price $1.50.

Dreadstar (1994 Malibu) 1A CBCS 9.8 Starlin

Paper: White

Slab: Scuffing on front of case

Label #19-2AF890E-016

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Standard edition (red title, no foil). Cover art by Jim Starlin. Untitled story, script by Peter David, art by Ernie Colón; re-introduction of the various members of the Dreadstar cast. The Return of Dreadstar article; Interviews with Peter David and Ernie Colón about the new Dreadstar mini-series. News from Bravura; Interview with Peter David about Dreadstar. Full color. Mature readers. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Generation X (1994) 1D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #17-388457B-151

Direct Edition. Chromium cover. Scott Lobdell script. Chris Bachalo art. Mark Buckingham inks. This issue kicks off a brand new generation of X-Men: Husk, Jubilee, M, Chamber, Skin, Penance, Synch, and Mondo led by Banshee and White Queen. Cover price $3.95.

Generation X (1994) 1D CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #17-388457B-152

Direct Edition. Chromium cover. Scott Lobdell script. Chris Bachalo art. Mark Buckingham inks. This issue kicks off a brand new generation of X-Men: Husk, Jubilee, M, Chamber, Skin, Penance, Synch, and Mondo led by Banshee and White Queen. Cover price $3.95.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 150 CBCS 9.4 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

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

Label #21-19803A9-014

Special giant-sized 150th issue spectacular! The battle you demanded--Snake-Eyes vs. Cobra Commander in "Slam Dance in the Cyber-Castle!" Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier and Crusher Wallace. Plus: Marvel's greatest talents team up for an all-star gallery of your favorite Joes and Cobras, featuring pin-ups by Bret Blevins, Tom Lyle, Pat Broderick, Alex Saviuk, Randy Emberlin, Ron Lim and Sal Buscema. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $2.00.

Next Men (1992) John Byrne's 30 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Label #23-0F1235F-014

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Lies: Part 4 of 4 -Story and art by John Byrne. Cover by Gary Cody. Questions and answers are funny things; they play this never-ending game of leapfrog, so you never stop asking questions and you never have enough answers. John Byrne spills everything in this spectacular finale to the first era of the Next Men and leaves us with a whole new list of questions as we head into the year 2112. What does the future hold for everyone's favorite genetically altered lab specimens? Hang on for the next chapter in the lives of the Next Men! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Power and Glory (1994 Malibu) 1B CBCS 9.8 Liberty Variant

Paper: White

Howard Chaykin Variant.

Label #19-2AF890E-033

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1B, Statue of Liberty background Howard Chaykin art Cover price $2.50.

Rogan Gosh (1994) 0 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-25CD08B-001

Slip the bounds of Reality; let fall the veils of Illusion; see the Truth and enter the world of ROGAN GOSH. Be prepared for the experience of a lifetime as one of the most dazzlingly original comics ever published makes its North American debut. ROGAN GOSH is a psychedelic adventure through Rudyard Kipling's opium dreams, past modern-day London, and into a futuristic India where an extraordinary creature called Rogan Gosh awaits. It's a story that combines Hindu mysticism with science fiction, and spiritual enlightenment with lavishly written Indian restaurant menus. Originally published as a serial in the British anthology 'Revolver,' ROGAN GOSH features a story by Brendan McCarthy and Peter Milligan. McCarthy also provides the lavish illustrations, scripted by Milligan. With a foreword by McCarthy and an afterword by Milligan, along with never-seen character sketches, this 56-page one-shot will mesmerize any reader looking for a comic-book experience beyond the norm. Painted cover by McCarthy. Suggested for Mature Readers. Contains strong language. Prestige Format. Cover price $6.95.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 89 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-090

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Story by Ron Marz. Art by Colleen Doran and Tom Christopher. Cover by Ron Lim and Keith Aiken. Two of the Silver Surfer's allies are at each other's throats and the Former Herald of Galactus is caught in the middle. Plus witness the return of one of the most requested heroes in the Marvel Universe. 32 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 90 CBCS 7.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-092

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"The Lesson!" Guest-starring Legacy (Captain Marvel III). Story by Ron Marz. Art by Bill Marimon and Tom Christopher. The son of Captain Marvel, Legacy, has returned to plague the Silver Surfer. Can the Sentinel of the Spaceways curb the young hero's enthusiasm without seriously hurting him? That'll be a tall order considering the power Legacy possesses. Cover price $1.25.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 91 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-093

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"Princess of Zenn-La!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. Get ready for the most unusual Silver Surfer adventure of all time. In an adventure of the mind, Norrin Radd must rescue the beautiful Princess of Zenn-La. Meanwhile, the dragon-winged woman-warrior known as Avatar decides the time is right to seek revenge on a helpless Silver Surfer in the real world. Cover price $1.25.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 92 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-094

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"Warlords of Zenn-La!" Part 2 of 2. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim and Tom Christopher. In an adventure of the mind Norrin Radd seeks to rescue the Princess of Zenn-La from a malevolent warlord. Meanwhile, in the real world, the former Herald's life is in jeopardy when an enemy from the past decides the time is right to attack. Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 93 CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-47253CB-095

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Down to Earth: Part 1 of 4. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four. Spider-Man, Captain America, Black Widow, and J. Jonah Jameson cameos. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Bart Sears and Tom Grindberg. For the wedding of Rick Jones, the Silver Surfer returns to Earth (see Incredible Hulk (Vol. 1) #418). He also takes this opportunity to visit some friends. The Fantastic Four have long been considered among the Silver Surfer's closest friends and allies. So why is the Human Torch attacking the former Herald of Galactus? The answer will surprise you. Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 93 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-095

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Down to Earth: Part 1 of 4. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four. Spider-Man, Captain America, Black Widow, and J. Jonah Jameson cameos. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Bart Sears and Tom Grindberg. For the wedding of Rick Jones, the Silver Surfer returns to Earth (see Incredible Hulk (Vol. 1) #418). He also takes this opportunity to visit some friends. The Fantastic Four have long been considered among the Silver Surfer's closest friends and allies. So why is the Human Torch attacking the former Herald of Galactus? The answer will surprise you. Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 94 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-096

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Down to Earth: Part 2 of 4. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four and Adam Warlock and the Infinity Watch. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Tom Grindberg, Ray Kryssing, and Randy Elliott. The Silver Surfer's return to Earth continues as he and the Fantastic Four pay a visit to Monster Island. Yeah that will go well. The Mole Man always greets uninvited guest with open arms. Not! Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 95 CBCS 9.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-097

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Down to Earth. Part 3 of 4. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four (Thing, Human Torch, and Ant Man). Story by Ron Marz. Art by Scot Eaton and Mike Barrieiro. The Silver Surfer and his allies take on the same cadre of alien Skrulls from Fantastic Four #347-349 and the virtually indestructible Inorganic Technotroid. Plus, a surprise cameo on the last page that just ruins Ben Grimm's day. 32 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 97 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D8FD6C-099

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Temptation: Greed. Part 1 of 4. Guest-starring Nova and Terrax. Fantastic Four cameo. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Jim Hall and Tom Christopher. Nova is alive and she offers the Silver Surfer the most illustrious treasure in the universe. Plus, the despot Terrax the Tamer rears his ugly head. Thus begins the four chapter story that ends with the 100th Anniversary Issue of the Silver Surfer. 32 pages. Cover price $1.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 309 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-40F4BBA-015

Cover by John Romita, Jr. ...When The Tigers Come At Night!, script by Scott Lobdell, art by John Romita Jr., Dan Green, and Jon Holdredge; Story is a dream sequence where Xavier and Magneto talk about his past loves and the life he almost shared with Amelia Voght (the Acolyte). Statement of ownership--average print run 849,992; average paid circulation 714,675. 36 pgs., full color. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 310 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-40F4BBA-016

Cover by John Romita Jr. and Dan Green. ...Show Me The Way To Go Home..., script by Scott Lobdell, art by John Romita Jr. and Dan Green; Cyclops is late for his own Bachelor Party as he and Cable save the White Queen from the X-Cutioner. May or may not include bound-in fleer trading cards. 38 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 312A CBCS 9.8 Madureira

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-40F4BBA-025

First $1.50 cover price. This issue contains bound-in Marvel Masterprint Spider-Man card sheet (art by Mark Bagley/Jim Sanders). Cover by Joe Madureira. Romp, script by Scott Lobdell, art by Joe Madureira (first art on the title), Dan Green, and Harry Candelario; Storm, Gambit and Yukio take on the Phalanx; The mystery of the Iceman/White Queen switch deepens. 40 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 315 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-40F4BBA-060

Cover by Roger Cruz and Kevin Conrad. Peers, script by Scott Lobdell, art by Roger Cruz, Dan Green, Joe Rubinstein, Bud Larosa, and Hilary Barta; There is trouble in Avalon as an Acolyte betrays Magneto. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 316A.D CBCS 9.8 Direct Foil Variant

Paper: White

Collector's Edition

Label #21-40F4BBA-069

Holofoil Edition. Direct Edition. Holofoil enhanced cardstock cover. Gatefold center-bound Generation X promo. Cover by Joe Madureira and Dan Green. Phalanx Covenant: Generation Next part 1: "Encounter," script by Scott Lobdell, pencils by Joe Madureira, inks by Terry Austin and Dan Green; The Phalanx captures M; Banshee finds X-Mansion crawling with the Phalanx impersonating X-Men and he turns to Sabretooth for help. The story continues in X-Men 36. Generation X promo bound in. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) 29 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2737CC8-019

Cover pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan. Return to Hellfire !, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan; Warren and Betsy attend a party thrown by the Hellfire Club and Shinobi tries to get them to join his ranks. Statement of ownership--average print run 902,150; average paid circulation 672,175. 36 pgs. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) 30 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1476548-020

The wedding of Scott Summers and Jean Grey in "The Ties That Bind." Script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan. Includes 3 Fleer Ultra cards celebrating the wedding of Scott and Jean (painted art by Bob Larkin). Kubert/Ryan wraparound cover. Cover price $1.95.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) 34 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2737CC8-022

Cover pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan. Life and Consequences, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan; The X-Men invade Sinister's lab to find out what he knows about the Legacy Virus only to find Threnody running the place. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) 37A CBCS 9.8 Kubert

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-2737CC8-024

Holofoil cover. Wraparound cardstock cover. Cover pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan. The Phalanx Covenant Book One Generation Next Part 4: The Currents Shift, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Matt Ryan and Mike Sellers; The Phalanx makes a final bid for capturing the next generation of new mutants; Blink sacrifices herself to save the team and end the threat; Cont. from Uncanny X-Men #317; Cont. in Uncanny X-Men #318. 36 pgs. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.