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  • Item #58378792
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    Aliens (1988 Dark Horse) 4 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #21-44C56E4-010

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    Starts Jun 10

    1st printing - Written by Mark Verheiden. Art and cover by Mark A. Nelson. All hell breaks loose as Hicks, Newt and the Marines arrive on the Aliens' homeworld! While back on Earth, a misguided religious fanatic frees the Alien Queen captured by the Bionational Corp.! Even if Hicks and Newt survive their mission, will there be an Earth to come home to? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 316D CBCS 9.8

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2AA367E-001

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    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. "Dead Meat" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Venom is back in New York City! And the deranged Eddie Brock is looking to kill Peter Parker or Spider-Man with extreme prejudice! However first the psychotic symbiote has to find where the Parkers are living! At the web-slinger's former Bedford Towers residence, Venom runs into and then runs roughshod over the Black Cat! But Felicia doesn't know where the wall-crawler is either! Later on Peter learns that his worst nightmare has returned and his family is in grave danger. Spider-Man can't wait for Venom to make the first move. The web-slinger must attack! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Glory Grant, and Eduardo Lobo. (Note: This two-part story was reprinted in 1990 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man vs. Venom.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 318 CGC 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #4420435007

    Starts Jun 24

    "Sting Your Partner!" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. With new armament from Justin Hammer, the sinister Scorpion is back in business! But before Mac Gargan can resume his personal agenda, he has to do a job for Mr. Hammer! Fortunately it's a fairly simple one: kidnap an army general from the Brooklyn National Guard Armory and hand him over to Hammer Industries! However both Lance Bannon and the wondrous wall-crawler are also at the armory taking pictures for the Daily Bugle! When the Scorpion hears the name of the hated J. Jonah Jameson, he decides to go off-script! And he will regret that decision...post-haste! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, and the Chameleon. (Note: The Scorpion previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man Annual 18.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 318 CGC 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #4420435008

    Starts Aug 5

    "Sting Your Partner!" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. With new armament from Justin Hammer, the sinister Scorpion is back in business! But before Mac Gargan can resume his personal agenda, he has to do a job for Mr. Hammer! Fortunately it's a fairly simple one: kidnap an army general from the Brooklyn National Guard Armory and hand him over to Hammer Industries! However both Lance Bannon and the wondrous wall-crawler are also at the armory taking pictures for the Daily Bugle! When the Scorpion hears the name of the hated J. Jonah Jameson, he decides to go off-script! And he will regret that decision...post-haste! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, and the Chameleon. (Note: The Scorpion previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man Annual 18.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #60670976
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    Published Jan 1989 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 427D FN+ 6.5

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    First printing. Direct Edition. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 2 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Jason meets his real mother, Sheila Haywood, but she turns out to be working for the Joker and allows her son to fall into his deadly hands inside of a warehouse; Joker beats Robin with a crowbar and leaves him for dead as a badly beaten Robin attempts to save his mom and himself from the dynamite left behind by the Joker as he leaves them both to a horrible fate; Batman watches in horror as the warehouse containing Jason and Sheila blows up, too late to stop the Joker. Infamous Phone Poll on death or life for Robin (Jason Todd). The Direct Sales copies of this comic, released first, contained a 1-800 phone number to either vote "for" or "against" the death of Jason Todd on the inside back cover. The newsstand copies, released 3 weeks later did not contain the 1-800 number. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #61064435
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    Published Jan 1989 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 428 CGC 9.0

    Death of Robin

    Paper: White

    Newsstand Edition.

    Label #4421040003

    Starts Jul 22

    1st printing. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 3 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Death of Sheila Haywood; Burial of Sheila Haywood and Jason Todd; The Joker becomes the Iranian Ambassador to the U.N. Results of Phone Poll as to whether Robin dies this issue or not. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

  • Item #60670977
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    Published Jan 1989 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 428 FN/VF 7.0

    Death of Robin
    Starts Jun 24

    1st printing. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 3 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Death of Sheila Haywood; Burial of Sheila Haywood and Jason Todd; The Joker becomes the Iranian Ambassador to the U.N. Results of Phone Poll as to whether Robin dies this issue or not. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

  • Item #60970711
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    Published Jan 1989 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 428 FN+ 6.5

    Death of Robin
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    1st printing. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 3 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Death of Sheila Haywood; Burial of Sheila Haywood and Jason Todd; The Joker becomes the Iranian Ambassador to the U.N. Results of Phone Poll as to whether Robin dies this issue or not. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

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    Batman (1940) 429D VF 8.0

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    First printing. Direct Edition. Cover art by Mike Mignola. "A Death in the Family" part 4 of 4, script by Jim Starlin, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Batman and Superman talk to CIA agent Ralph Bundy about the Joker's diplomatic status; The agent tries to get Batman to leave the Joker alone; Batman goes to the Joker's hotel room; The Joker confirms that he killed Jason; The Joker pulls a gun, but Batman is already gone; At the UN the Joker tries to poison the audience; Fortunately, Superman sucks up all the poison and flies out of the room to release it; The Joker activates bombs; Batman pursues him. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

  • Item #60588180
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    Tags: A Lonely Place of Dying (part 5)
    Published Dec 1989 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 442D CBCS 9.8

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    1st app. Tim Drake as Robin

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition

    Label #21-2764490-010

    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. Cover by George Perez. "A Lonely Place of Dying Chapter Five: Rebirth," script by George Perez (Co-Plot) and Marv Wolfman, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; With Batman and Nightwing trapped by Two-Face, there's only one person left to save the day; Prepare for the debut of the newest Robin, Tim Drake! Columns on "Bat Questions Answered," "Continuity Corner," and "From the Den," the latter by Denny O'Neil. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #52049560
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    Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Slab: Scuffing on back of case

    Direct Edition

    Label #19-2A91623-030

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    Starts Jun 10

    The tale begins on a treacherous mountain climb to track a killer. It ends with the birth of the LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT. On his quest to apprehend the killer, Bruce Wayne meets a tribal shaman who has a lasting impact on his life, influencing him, upon his return to Gotham City, to take up the cowl of Batman. Then, strange, ritualistic murders start occurring, and a mysterious bat-like person is seen. "Shaman" is a 5-part story that examines the early days of Batman...and leads off the first new regular Batman title in years. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Ed Hannigan and John Beatty. Inner cover painting by George Pratt. Deluxe format. NOTE: Outer cover has four different color variations and are not listed individually within our system. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #59841153
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    Published 1989 by DC.

    Batman Movie (1989) 1A CBCS 9.8 SS Jerry Ordway Direct

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    Witnessed Signature: Jerry Ordway (with sketch) on 2/15/2022. Prestige Edition.

    Label #22-0B3F42B-005

    Starts Jun 10

    This prestige format one-shot is an adaptation of Tim Burton's 1989 Batman feature film, which starred Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Jack Nicholson as The Joker, Kim Basinger as Vicky Vale, and Michael Gough as Alfred. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Jerry Ordway. Cover price $4.95.

  • Item #61066832
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    Published 1989 by DC.

    Batman Movie (1989) 1A CGC 9.6 Direct

    Paper: White

    Prestige Format.

    Label #4256139010

    Starts Jun 24

    This prestige format one-shot is an adaptation of Tim Burton's 1989 Batman feature film, which starred Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Jack Nicholson as The Joker, Kim Basinger as Vicky Vale, and Michael Gough as Alfred. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Jerry Ordway. Cover price $4.95.

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    Capa y Punal (Spanish 1989 Comics Forum/Planeta DeAgostini) Cloak and Dagger 1 VG- 3.5

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    Spanish Series. Reprints material from Cloak and Dagger (1985 Marvel 2nd Series) #1-2. 36 pages, full color, Spanish language.

  • Item #59341947
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    Captain America (1968 1st Series) 360 FN+ 6.5

    1st app. Crossbones
    Starts Jun 24

    "Blood in the Sea" Part 4 of 6. Story by Mark Gruenwald and Kieron Dwyer. Art by Kieron Dwyer and Danny Bulanadi. Cover by Kieron Dwyer and Al Milgrom. Off the Bermuda shore, an undersea battle is in progress among Captain America, Batroc, Machete, and Zaran; when suddenly a school of sharks decides to join the action! Meanwhile, Diamondback sneaks on board Baron Zemo's yacht and pilfers two of the bloodstone jewels. At the end of the day, Cap and Diamondback have two of the five bloodstone jewels and Baron Zemo has one. The hunt for the remaining two continues in Egypt. First appearance of Crossbones. Back up story: "Conflagration" Part 3 of the Night of the Scourge. Story by Mark Gruenwald. Art by Mark Bright and Don Hudson. The U.S. Agent battles Scourge, but only one of them will be left standing by night's end! Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #61071244
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    Cherry Poptart (1982 Last Gasp/Kitchen Sink) #8, 1st Printing CGC 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #4420419001

    Starts Jul 6

    1st Printing. 1989. ($2.50 cover price). Larry Welz story, cover and art. Full length Wizard of Oz parody. 7" x 10", b&w, 44 pages. Adults Only. Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #61075571
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    Published Aug 1989 by Dark Horse.

    Cheval Noir (1989) 1 CGC 7.5

    Paper: White

    Label #4427772003

    Starts Jun 24

    Cover by Dave Stevens. This elegant new anthology will feature the best work by the best cartoonists the world over! In this special 64-page, perfect-bound first issue: A beautiful Dave Steven's cover, Phillipe Druillet's The Lone Sloane, Adele and the Beast by Jacques Tardi, Angel Fusion by Kato and Goto, and stories by a host of other renowned creators, including Schuiten and Peeters, Andreas, and Cossu. 64 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $3.50.

  • Item #59601924
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    Published Feb 1989 by Caliber.

    Crow (1989 Caliber) 1-1ST CGC 9.6 1st Printing

    Paper: White

    Label #4294615022

    Starts Jul 6

    1st Printing dated February 1989. Book One: Pain. Story, art and cover by James OBarr. The first Crow miniseries, and the characters second appearance (after Caliber Presents #1). Murdered by thugs, Eric Draven is resurrected as The Crow, a deathless spirit of vengeance. 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $1.95.

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    Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 264 CGC 5.5

    Paper: White

    Label #4427246023

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    "The Owl returns in Baby Boom!" Written by Ann Nocenti. Pencils by Steve Ditko (breakdowns) and Mike Manley (finishes). Inks by Al Williamson and Mike Manley. Cover art by Steve Lightle. The Owl tries to muscle in on the crack trade by using a gang of crazies to steal cocaine from the Cannibals; With bags of coke exploding all over the city, DD has to take on the Owl and save a little baby from becoming another statistic. Letter to the editor from Charles Novinskie (Topps Comics). Cover price $0.75.

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    Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 265 CGC 7.5

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    Label #4427246022

    Ends Jun 10 7:03 PM CST
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    Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Williamson. We Again Beheld the Stars, script by Ann Nocenti, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Williamson; Daredevil battles through a city gone mad as New York bows under the demonic onslaught of Inferno; Inferno crossover. Letter from comics writer and editor Eric Fein. The letters page also contains a statement of ownership--average print run 292,070; average paid circulation 182,310. 32 pgs. Cover price $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

  • Item #61064589
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    Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 266 CGC 9.4

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    Label #4427246021

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    Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Williamson. A Beer with the Devil, script by John Romita, Jr. (Co-Plot) and Ann Nocenti, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Al Williamson; DD spends Christmas drinking beer in a bar with Mephisto. 32 pgs. Cover price $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

  • Item #57478316
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    Dark Horse Presents (1986) 34 CBCS 9.2

    Paper: Off white

    Label #21-22F6136-024

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover by Chris Warner. This issue of Dark Horse's premier title features the fantastic climax of Book Two of Leopoldo Duranona's Race of Scorpions, the final episode of the current adventures of Michael Kraiger's radioactive misfit, The Zone, and a special Aliens story by Chris Warner and Randy Stradley that will kick off one of Dark Horse's most exciting projects! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.75.

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    Dark Horse Presents (1986) 36A CBCS 9.0

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    Label #21-22F6136-025

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover by Chris Warner. The most eagerly-awaited storyline begins in this month's issue of Dark Horse Presents! They are the galaxy's most deadly alien races; now, the time has come for them to meet at last! It's the Aliens and Predator together in one story! The confrontation of the century brought to you by Randy Stradley and film designer (The Abyss and Robocop II) Phillip Norwood! The story will then continue in a full-color miniseries coming out next month! Also, Paul Guinan and Anina Bennet continue the story of The Heartbreakers--beautiful and deadly clones! Plus, the further "sword and sorcery" adventures of Delia and Celia by Gary Davis! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

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    Dark Horse Presents (1986) 36B CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Slab: Scuffing on front and back of case

    Chris Warner Variant.

    Label #19-2A9840C-013

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover by Chris Warner. The most eagerly-awaited storyline begins in this month's issue of Dark Horse Presents! They are the galaxy's most deadly alien races; now, the time has come for them to meet at last! It's the Aliens and Predator together in one story! The confrontation of the century brought to you by Randy Stradley and film designer (The Abyss and Robocop II) Phillip Norwood! The story will then continue in a full-color miniseries coming out next month! Also, Paul Guinan and Anina Bennet continue the story of The Heartbreakers--beautiful and deadly clones! Plus, the further "sword and sorcery" adventures of Delia and Celia by Gary Davis! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61101494
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    Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 608 CGC 9.8

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    1st app. Anarky

    Paper: White

    Label #3764212015

    Starts Jun 24

    Someone is doing Batman's job for him. Can the Darknight Detective stop the murderous vigilante Anarky? Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Norm Breyfogle and Steve Mitchell. Cover by Breyfogle. First appearance of Anarky. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #58356588
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    Published Jan 1989 by DC.

    Dragonlance (1988) 4 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2DCBDFF-015

    Starts Jun 10

    The first Dragonlance adventure concludes as Riva Silvercrown and Vandar Brightblade face off against Lord Soth and Kitiara...for the last time. Written by Dan Mishkin, with art by Ron Randall and Randy Elliott. Cover by Randall. New Format. Cover price $1.25.

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    Tags: Inferno (part 33), X-Men
    Published Apr 1989 by Marvel.

    Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 7 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-289B7BE-022

    Starts Jun 10

    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.

  • Item #58321187
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    Published Jun 1989 by Now.

    Fright Night (1988) 8 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade exceeds the top grade in the CGC census, 9.2.

    Paper: White

    Label #22-2DD19F6-008

    Starts Jun 10

    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.

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    Judge Dredd (1986 Quality) 35 CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2A98398-058

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    Starts Jun 10

    "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.

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    Law of Dredd (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Label #19-2a98398-072

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    Starts Jun 10

    Brian Bolland reprints Cover price $1.50.

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    Legion (1989 1st Series) 3 CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition

    Label #19-2A91623-061

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    Starts Jun 10

    The universe's protectors incur the wrath of the intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo, and Dox's motives for liberating his home planet come under question. Written by Keith Giffen and Alan Grant, with art by Barry Kitson and Mike DeCarlo. Cover by Kevin Maguire and Al Gordon. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

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    Legion (1989 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade exceeds the top grade in the CGC census, 9.0.

    Paper: White

    Slab: Scuffing on back of case

    Direct Edition

    Label #19-2A91623-063

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    Starts Jun 10

    Dox's plans for an intergalactic police force come together while the team learns more about Garryn Bek's mysterious life on Cairn. Written by Keith Giffen and Alan Grant, with art by Barry Kitson and Mark McKenna. Cover by Kevin Maguire and Al Gordon. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 1-1ST CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Label #23-1912410-003

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Iron Horse!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $12.95.

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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 2-1ST CBCS 9.0

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    Label #23-1912410-002

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Steelfingers!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $14.95.

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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 3-1ST CBCS 9.6

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    Label #23-1912410-001

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. "General Golden Mane!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $12.95.

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    Marc Spector Moon Knight (1989) 5 CGC 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #4421040008

    Starts Jul 29

    Rockin' At Midnight - Written by Chuck Dixon. Art and Cover by Sal Velluto & Mark Farmer. The tragic secret of Midnight is revealed! Who is the Black Cat's new prey? And how can Moon Knight overcome the latest danger that threatens to destroy him? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.50.

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    Marvel Fanfare (1982 1st Series) 48 CBCS 8.0

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-2496D64-048

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    Starts Jun 10

    She-Hulk stars in "World's Hero...Father's Shame!" Script by Dwight Jon Zimmerman, pencils by Kerry Gammill, inks by Joe Rubinstein and Jose Marzan. She-Hulk also stars in "California Dreaming." Script by Sue Flaxman, art by Don Perlin. The Vision stars in "Run Through the Jungle." Script by Michael Higgins, pencils by Ron Wilson, inks by Jim Sanders III. Gammill/Marzan front cover; Wilson/Sanders back cover. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #58125801
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    New Gods (1989 3rd Series) 4 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade exceeds the top grade in the CGC census, 9.4.

    Paper: Off white to white

    Direct Edition.

    Label #19-37AE6EC-022

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    Starts Jun 10

    Orion, Lightray, Eve Donner and Forager find themselves drawn to a renegade Apokolyptian insect colony in Nevada...founded on the site of an unstable nuclear missile depot. Written by Jim Starlin and Paris Cullins, with art by Cullins and Bob Lewis. Cover by Cullins and Al Vey. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #58356443
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    Published Mar 1989 by DC.

    Phantom (1989 DC 2nd Series) 1 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2DCBDFF-030

    Starts Jun 10

    The Ghost Who Walks returns. As we pick up the adventures of the legendary protector of the jungle - who is believed to be immortal by those who fear and respect his authority and power - he is on the trail of a gang of gun runners looking to increase business by instigating a civil war that will tear a country apart. Can the Phantom stop them before war breaks out and a nation is destroyed...or will the hero of the downtrodden masses finally reach the end of his 400-year reign as the Ghost Who Walks? Only time, and the story beginning in THE PHANTOM #1, will tell the tale. Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Mark Verheiden, with art by Luke McDonnell. Cover by McDonnell. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #57062345
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    Published Sep 1989 by Dark Horse.

    Predator (1989) 1REP.2ND CBCS 9.6 2nd Printing

    Paper: White

    Second Printing

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    Starts Jun 10

    Second Printing. Written by Mark Verheiden. Art by Chris Warner and Sam de la Rosa. The Predators are back, only this time their hunting ground isn't the tropical jungles of South America--it's the concrete and street jungles of New York City! It's the hottest summer on record, and Detective Schaefer suspects that his brother's disappearance is somehow tied to the wave of gruesome murders plaguing New York! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.25.

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    Published Oct 1989 by Marvel.

    Quasar (1989) 1 CGC 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #4418460008

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    S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Wendell Vaughn puts on mysterious bracelets of power to repel an A.I.M. attack in the origin tale "The Price Of Power!" Script by Mark Gruenwald, breakdowns by Paul Ryan, finishes by Danny Bulanadi. Cameos by Nick Fury and Tony Stark. Ryan cover. Origin; formerly Marvel Boy & Marvel Man. See also Avengers # 302; Captain America # 217; Incredible Hulk # 234; Marvel Team-Up # 113; and Marvel Two-In-One # 53 Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #61016289
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    Raw TPB (1989-1991 Penguin Books) Volume 2 1-1ST VF 8.0

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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Open Wounds from the Cutting Edge of Commix!" Featuring Teen Plague from Outer Space by Charles Burns; 50's Commie Nostalgia by kim Deitch and Tom Dehaven; Eating Disorders in Central France by Jacques Loustal; The Purpose of Language by Ben katchor; Maus by Art Spiegelman; and more! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 202 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $14.95.

  • Item #58320812
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    Rock N Roll Comics (1989 1st Printing) 3 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Label #22-2DD19F6-031

    Starts Jun 10

    This Book was never reprinted due to a restraining order. Bon Jovi by Todd Loren & Larry Nadolsky. Cover by Lyndal Ferguson. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #59990534
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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 3 CGC 9.8

    One of only 4 copies at the top CGC census grade for this issue.

    Paper: White

    Label #0942422004

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. A Prince in New York starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod; retells Namor's first visit to New York from Marvel Mystery #1-4. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #59990536
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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 5 CGC 9.8

    One of only 2 copies at the top CGC census grade for this issue.

    Paper: White

    Label #0942422006

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. Invaders starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Richardson & Company; retells Namor's teaming with Torch in Marvel Mystery #17 and Invaders. Subby, Bill, and Me: Part 4 of a Personal View interview with Bill Everett by Roy Thomas (reprinted from Alter Ego #11). 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 6 CGC 9.8

    Only copy at the top CGC grade of 9.8.

    Paper: White

    Label #0907402001

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. Dark Denstiny starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod; recaps events of the late 40s and 50s. Subby, Bill, and Me: Part 5 of a Personal View interview with Bill Everett by Roy Thomas (reprinted from Alter Ego #11). 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 7 CGC 9.8

    Only copy at the top CGC grade of 9.8.

    Paper: White

    Label #0942422008

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. Rage and Remembrance starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod; recaps Namor's return in Fantastic Four #4, 6. Subby, Bill, and Me: Part 6 of a Personal View interview with Bill Everett by Roy Thomas (reprinted from Alter Ego #11). 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 8 CGC 9.8

    One of only 2 copies at the top CGC census grade for this issue.

    Paper: White

    Label #0942422009

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. Avengers starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Mike Gustovich; recaps Fantastic Four Annual #1, Avengers #3-4, etc. Subby, Bill, and Me: Part 7 of a Personal View interview with Bill Everett by Roy Thomas (reprinted from Alter Ego #11). 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #59990565
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    Saga of the Sub-Mariner (1988) 9 CGC 9.8

    Only copy at the top CGC grade of 9.8.

    Paper: White

    Label #0942422011

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod. Rendezvous with Destiny starring Sub-Mariner, script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas, pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Bob McLeod; Namor continues to tell his life story including his short stint with Magneto's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, his countering of the overthrow of Atlantis by both Attuma and Krang, his trial by the humans of the surface world with his subsequent battle with Daredevil, and his initial encounter with the villainous Destiny. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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    Sandman (1989 DC/Vertigo) 1 CBCS 8.5

    1st app. Morpheus the Modern Age Sandman

    Paper: White

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    Label #23-2AAB1C5-002

    Starts Jun 10

    52-page giant. 1st app of Morpheus, the Modern Age Sandman. Sleep of the Just [Master of Dreams Part 1], script by Neil Gaiman, art by Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg; Roderick Burgess, seeking to trap Death, snares her brother Dream instead; After many years of captivity, Morpheus is released and takes his revenge. Wesley Dodds (Golden Age Sandman) cameo appearance. (See also Books of Magic, Vertigo Jam, and Vertigo Preview)Catwoman ad, art by Michael Bair. 52 pgs., full color. $2.00. Cover price $2.00.