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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 9A CBCS 9.8 Dell'Edera

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

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    Label #21-3083DF9-023

    Starts Jul 6

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art and Cover by Werther Dell'Edera. With the her mysterious employers looking to recall and reprimand her, Erica's running out of time to save the town of Archer's Peak. Do the answers lie with the mysterious young girl found in the monster's lair who no one can identify? 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #60518204
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 11B CGC 9.8 Frison Virgin Variant

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    Label #3864785006

    Starts Jul 6

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. Erica's gambit to save Archer's Peak has failed. Now, the town is under the full control of the Order of St. George. And if the spread of the monsters can't be contained, then the Order might move to eradicate the entire area... 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #60635679
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 11B CGC 9.8 Frison Virgin Variant

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    Label #3864785008

    Starts Aug 5

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. Erica's gambit to save Archer's Peak has failed. Now, the town is under the full control of the Order of St. George. And if the spread of the monsters can't be contained, then the Order might move to eradicate the entire area... 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #60635757
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 11B CGC 9.8 Frison Virgin Variant

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    Label #3864785014

    Starts Jul 29

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. Erica's gambit to save Archer's Peak has failed. Now, the town is under the full control of the Order of St. George. And if the spread of the monsters can't be contained, then the Order might move to eradicate the entire area... 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #60646428
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 11B CGC 9.8 Frison Virgin Variant

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    Label #3864785010

    Starts Jul 22

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. Erica's gambit to save Archer's Peak has failed. Now, the town is under the full control of the Order of St. George. And if the spread of the monsters can't be contained, then the Order might move to eradicate the entire area... 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61162667
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 11SANCTUM CGC 9.8 SS Tynion IV

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    Signed by James Tynion IV on 5/24/21 Frison Foil Edition

    Label #3830485002

    Starts Jul 6

    Sanctum Sanctorum exclusive foil cover by Jenny Frison. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Erica's gambit to save Archer's Peak has failed. Now, the town is under the full control of the Order of St. George. And if the spread of the monsters can't be contained, then the Order might move to eradicate the entire area... 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61167887
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 12A CGC 9.4 Dell'Edera

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    Label #4058624013

    Starts Jul 22

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art and Cover by Werther Dell'Edera. Time is running out for Erica to save Archer's Peak, both from its monster infestation and from the occupation of the Order of St. George. Will Erica be forced to finally stop being a lone wolf and accept help from unlikely allies? 24 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61167879
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 16A CGC 9.8 Dell'Edera

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    Label #4073833025

    Starts Jul 6

    Written by James Tynion IV. Art and Cover by Werther Dell'Edera. The story you demanded begins here: the origin of Erica Slaughter! What shocking events brought Erica to the House of Slaughter? …and what did she have to do to join the Order of St. George? The secrets are revealed here for the first time in this perfect jumping-on point for new readers. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #59039069
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 16B CGC 9.8 Frison Variant

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    Label #4255530020

    Starts Jul 6

    Written by James TynionIV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. The story you demanded begins here: the origin of Erica Slaughter! What shocking events brought Erica to the House of Slaughter? …and what did she have to do to join the Order of St. George? The secrets are revealed here for the first time in this perfect jumping-on point for new readers. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61085358
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 16C CBCS 9.6 SS Dell'Edera/Tynion IV Infante Virgin 1:25 Variant

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    Toni Infante Retailer Incentive. Witnessed Signature: Werther Dell'Edera on 9/25/2021 & James Tynion IV on 11/17/2021.

    Label #21-274483D-012

    Starts Aug 5

    Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by James TynionIV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Toni Infante. The story you demanded begins here: the origin of Erica Slaughter! What shocking events brought Erica to the House of Slaughter? …and what did she have to do to join the Order of St. George? The secrets are revealed here for the first time in this perfect jumping-on point for new readers. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61124724
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 16HIVE CGC 9.8

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    Hive Comics Edition

    Label #3890796012

    Starts Jul 6

    Hive Comics Exclusive Cover by Sheldon Bueckert. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. The story you demanded begins here: the origin of Erica Slaughter! What shocking events brought Erica to the House of Slaughter? …and what did she have to do to join the Order of St. George? The secrets are revealed here for the first time in this perfect jumping-on point for new readers. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

  • Item #59548249
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 21ASHCAN CGC 9.8 Ashcan Variant

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    Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s); See item notes

    Bottom right bracket chipped.

    Label #4037003018

    Starts Jul 6

    Ashcan edition with B&W interior. Standard comic size. (W) James TynionIV (A/CA) Werther Dell'Edera * After a year since we last saw her in Archer's Peak, Erica Slaughter resurfaces to take on the case of a girl who's seen a new kind of monster, one with terrifying implications. * But Erica's broken ties with the House of Slaughter and that can have deadly consequences. * The Order of St. George does not forget nor do they forgive. Even as Erica goes on the hunt, she must keep an eye out for the mysterious figure on her trail in order to survive the coming storm. Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61168176
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 21FRANKIES.B CGC 9.8

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    Hughes "Virgin" Edition

    Label #4073833010

    Starts Jul 6

    Frankie's Comics and Golden Apple Comics Exclusive virgin cover by Adam Hughes. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. After a year since we last saw her in Archer's Peak, Erica Slaughter resurfaces to take on the case of a girl who's seen a new kind of monster, one with terrifying implications. But Erica's broken ties with the House of Slaughter and that can have deadly consequences. The Order of St. George does not forget nor do they forgive. Even as Erica goes on the hunt, she must keep an eye out for the mysterious figure on her trail in order to survive the coming storm. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

  • Item #61161090
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 26E CGC 9.8 Maleev 1:100 Variant

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    Maleev Variant Cover

    Label #4437840012

    Starts Jul 6

    Limited 1 for 100 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Alex Maleev. With the last person in her corner gone and the Order of St. George closing in, Erica finds herself totally alone and without a prayer. Can she take on the terrifying Doppelganger Duplicitype by herself, or is this the end of her story? 32 pages, full color. Rated teen Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #58216207
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 26TINYONION.B CGC 9.8 Robles Tiny Onion Gold Variant

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    Tiny Onion Foil Edition.

    Label #4186056020

    Starts Jul 6

    Tiny Onion Foil Edition Cover by Nick Robles. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. With the last person in her corner gone and the Order of St. George closing in, Erica finds herself totally alone and without a prayer. Can she take on the terrifying Doppelganger Duplicitype by herself, or is this the end of her story? 32 pages, full color. Rated teen Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #61161263
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 28THE616 CGC 9.8

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    The 616 Comics Edition

    Label #4437840002

    Starts Jul 6

    The 616 Comics Exclusive Virgin Cover by Marco Mastrazzo. Written by James TynionIV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. As Erica closes in on the Duplicitype, another hunter closes in on her! Time is running out for Erica as the ruthless Cutter leaves her with nowhere left to turn. Weakened and unable to flee from a town that's too full of suspicion to trust her, can Erica find a way to save the people of Tribulation before Cutter arrives? Can she even save herself? 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

  • Item #61161264
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    Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 31F CGC 9.8

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    Label #4437840003

    Starts Jul 6

    Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Jenny Frison. After narrowly surviving the Duplicitype, Erica Slaughter must still reckon with the murderous Cutter in order to save the people of Tribulation. Separated from Dolly and driven by desperate rage, Cutter won't stop until she exacts her revenge on Erica. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

  • Item #59384067
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    Something is Killing the Children Pen and Ink (2023 Boom) 1B CGC 9.8

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    Spot UV Edition

    Label #4286770003

    Starts Jul 6

    Written by James TynionIV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by N/A. BOOM! Studios is proud to present PEN & INK, a deluxe art-focused format featuring stunning black and white interior inks with artist commentary. Begin your collection with this premium reformat of Something is Killing the Children #1, celebrating the start of Erica Slaughter's epic journey with exclusive notes and annotations from artist and co-creator Werther Dell'Edera. This issue will be available with a premium cardstock cover, alongside a gorgeous Spot UV variant cover and a blank sketch cover. 32 pages, full B&W. Rated T+ Cover price $6.99.

  • Item #61127492
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    Published Dec 1975 by Marvel.

    Son of Satan (1975) 1 CGC 9.4

    Paper: Off white

    Label #4427612014

    Starts Jul 6

    "The Homecoming." Script by John Warner, art by Jim Mooney. Splash page pencilled by Jim Starlin. Daimon Hellstrom is the son of Satan, born of a human mother, so his two natures are constantly at war. A warrior of God, he seeks to destroy his father's minions lest they consume the world of man. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A # 13 (Dr. Strange by Steve Ditko). The Hulk stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Twins of Evil!" Gil Kane cover pencils, Mike Esposito cover inks. Cover price $0.25.

  • Item #61198570
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    Sonoma County Comix (1982) 1 CGC 9.0

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

    Paper: White

    Label #4249841004

    Starts Jul 29

    Bill Leach cover. b&w. Cover price $1.25.

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    Sonoma County Comix (1982) 1 CGC 9.0

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

    Paper: Off white to white

    Label #4249841005

    Starts Aug 5

    Bill Leach cover. b&w. Cover price $1.25.

  • Item #61159975
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    Published Apr 2005 by Aspen.

    Soulfire (2004) 4A VF- 7.5

    Signed by artists Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald. Certification from Comic Utopia included.

    Starts Jul 22

    By Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner & Peter Steigerwald. On their journey to meet the first legendary ?Master', Malikai, Grace, and the rest of the gang must make their way across treacherous waters towards the islands of Hawaii. But, with unknown peril and the giant dragon lurking, will our heroes even make it to the awaiting tropical paradise? Brought to you by Loeb, Turner, and Steigerwald the same incredible team that brought you the #1 selling Superman/Batman series, Soulfire continues as the smash hit of the season! Plus, joining in on the fun this month are none other than Jim Lee (Batman: Hush, Superman) and J. Scott Campbell (Danger Girl)! Both fan-favorite creators will be providing covers for this very special fourth issue! 32pgs, FC $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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    Published Apr 2005 by Aspen.

    Soulfire (2004) 4C FN/VF 7.0

    Signed by artists Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald. Certification from Comic Utopia included.

    Starts Jul 22

    By Jeph Loeb, Michael Turner & Peter Steigerwald. On their journey to meet the first legendary ?Master', Malikai, Grace, and the rest of the gang must make their way across treacherous waters towards the islands of Hawaii. But, with unknown peril and the giant dragon lurking, will our heroes even make it to the awaiting tropical paradise? Brought to you by Loeb, Turner, and Steigerwald the same incredible team that brought you the #1 selling Superman/Batman series, Soulfire continues as the smash hit of the season! Plus, joining in on the fun this month are none other than Jim Lee (Batman: Hush, Superman) and J. Scott Campbell (Danger Girl)! Both fan-favorite creators will be providing covers for this very special fourth issue! 32pgs, FC $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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    Soulfire Dying of the Light (2005) 5B FN/VF 7.0

    Signed by artist Michael Turner. Certification from Aspen Comics included.

    Starts Jul 22

    Aspenstore.com Exclusive Limited Edition. Limited to 500 copies. by J.T. Krul, Michael Turner, Micah Gunnell, & Beth Sotelo Soulfire: Dying of the Light reaches its climatic final issue! It's the battle you've been waiting for, as Grace takes on Rainer, war with the dragons rages on, and the fate of an entire kingdom lies in the balance! Many lives will be lost, and even if victory is to be had, those that remain can only wait as the last remnants of magic fade away. Once the light finally dies, how will those that survive go on? 32pgs Cover price $2.99.

  • Item #60781437
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    Space Adventures (1952 1st series) 7 CGC 4.5

    Sex change story

    Paper: Off white

    Label #4006900009

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover art by Dick Giordano. "Transformation," art by Dick Giordano; Anticipating nuclear war that would leave Earth barren of life, Lars Kranston convinces his colleagues to go to Mars; His paramour Betty Stone insists that she go as well; The ship crashes on Mars. "The Doomed Civilization," script by Carl Memling, pencils by Frank Frollo, inks by Vince Alascia; Commander Krait's crew begins receiving transmissions from an inhabitable planet called X-3-Z; Dr. Triple interprets the message; The message states society living there faces immanent destruction through war; Krait sends ships to stop the senseless destruction. "Simtone Saves the Space Officers" text story. "Homecoming," art by Stan Campbell; In the summer of 1953, Edmund Cranston presents his designs for a rocket ship to Dr. Corning at a large aircraft corporation; Cranston's only request is to be on the spacecraft maiden voyage to the moon. "Fateful Fluid," art by Art Cappello; When a professor perfects an elixir to transmute all it touches into gold, Kryn uses a "paralyzo ray" to freeze the professor; Kryn takes the potion for his own purposes. "Eternity in Space," art by Art Cappello; The Earth-Moon space station is a city floating between the Earth and the Moon; The city is constructed on an artificial wheel; Dr. Tero and Dr. Orso create two synthetic children; One is named Nors, the other Gri. Lars works on a fuel for spaceships; Both plan to win a contest for amazing feats. "Invasion" one-page story, art by Tony Tallarico. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Item #61182960
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    Space Family Robinson (1962 Gold Key) 1 VG+ 4.5

    Starts Jul 6

    #10031-212 on cover. The first issue of Space Family Robinson was distributed in low quantities. Painted cover art by George Wilson. "The Challenge of Gorko," script by Del Connell, art by Dan Spiegle; After a threat to their space station home by a shower of fiery meteors, the Robinsons intercept a radio message for help from a planet threatened by someone named Gorko and his renegade outcasts from other planets, and they all agree to provide whatever assistance they can. "Rescue on Asteroid 48," script by Del Connell, art by Dan Spiegle; Tim and Tam locate a missing spaceprobe rocketship and crew from the Earth on an asteroid inhabited by a race of creatures known as the Clay Men. Depiction of many of the constellations in the universe, such as Orion, Taurus, Puppis, Cancer, Gemini, Canis Major and many others. Space Family Robinson Pin-Up No. 1painted by George Wilson. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

  • Item #61190606
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    Space Girl Print by Art Adams

    Space Girl Print by Art Adams

    Signed by the artist. High quality print on heavy stock. 13" x 15 3/4"

    Starts Jul 29
  • Item #61165906
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    Published 1996 by DC.

    Space Jam (1996) 1 CGC 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Label #4427624011

    Starts Jul 6

    As excitement builds toward Warner Bros.' live action/animated adventure Space Jam starring NBA superstar Michael Jordan and the Looney Tunes, DC offers the film's official comic book adaptation. When dastardly aliens try to kidnap the Looney Tunes to spruce up their otherworldly amusement park, Michael Jordan gets pulled right into the middle of the mayhem! Only he can turn the Looney Tunes into a cohesive basketball team capable of beating the unscrupulous and unsportsmanlike Nerdlucks! Written by David Cody Weiss. Art by Leonardo Batic, Alberto Saichann and Horacio Ottolini. FC, 50 pg. Prestige Format. Cover price $5.95.

  • Item #61240236
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    Published Aug 1951 by Marvel/Atlas.

    Space Squadron (1951) 2 FR/GD 1.5

    Centerfold detached. Water damage. Staple rust, rust migration. Tape on interior cover, under staples.

    Starts Aug 5
  • Item #60836431
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    Sparkler Comics (1941 2nd Series) 10 VG+ 4.5

    Cover oxidation.

    Starts Jul 6

    Stories and art by Burne Hogarth, Reg Greenwood, Fred Methot, Bernard Dibble, Ernie Bushmiller, Jack Sparling, Drew Pearson, Bob Allen, Ben Batsford, Rudolph Dirks, Charlie Plumb, Bill Conselman, Harry O'Neill, Raeburn Van Buren and Frank N. Ernest. United's anthology featured reprints of early comic strips plus an original superhero, Spark Man, whose identity was a secret even from the readers. Washington DC reporter hero Hap Hopper joins the Sparkler Comics cast. Hap enlists in the Army as WWII starts, but Hap's mother, who has a history with the camp's general, makes boot camp a humiliating experience. Also joining the Army is The Spark Man, who reveals his identity...to the readers, at least. And Danny Dingle and his father, who join a Latin American rebel army, whether they like it or not. Plus a Tarzan adventure by Burne Hogarth. Spark Man; Hap Hopper; Nancy; Captain and the Kids; Ella Cinders; Tarzan; Abbie an Slats; Broncho Bill; Frankie Doodle; Danny Dingle; El Bombo; Unbelievable - But True. 68 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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    Sparkler Comics (1941 2nd Series) 37 CGC 4.5

    Paper: Off white

    Label #4427483022

    Starts Jul 22

    Cover by Burne Hogarth. Stories and art by Burne Hogarth, Paul Berdanier, Fred Methot, Bernard Dibble, Ernie Bushmiller, Jack Sparling, Drew Pearson, Bob Allen, Milburn Rosser, Rudolph Dirks, Charlie Plumb, Bill Conselman, Harry O'Neill, Raeburn Van Buren and Abner Dean. United's anthology featured reprints of early comic strips, plus patriotic WWII heroes The Spark Man and Race Riley. The Spark Man struggles to escape after being sealed up behind the wall in gangster Martoni's house. Heartbroken Hap Hopper and Holly pass each other in the Washington train station without even realizing it. Bathless Groggins is masquerading as Princess Groggynska while the real princess organizes the Resistance, but that puts Bathless in the hot seat. Plus a Tarzan adventure by Burne Hogarth. Aquatic Tarzan cover by Hogarth. Spark Man; Hap Hopper; Nancy; Captain and the Kids; Ella Cinders; Tarzan; Abbie an Slats; Broncho Bill; Race Riley and the Commandos; Sparkler Salutes; El Bombo. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Item #61135604
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    Sparkler Comics (1941 2nd Series) 47 CGC 5.5

    Paper: Off white

    Label #4427483019

    Starts Jul 22

    Cover by Burne Hogarth. Stories and art by Burne Hogarth, Paul Berdanier, Fred Methot, Ernie Bushmiller, Jack Sparling, Drew Pearson, Bob Allen, Rudolph Dirks, and Raeburn Van Buren. United's anthology featured reprints of early comic strips, including Tarzan, Captain and the Kids and Nancy. Discharged from the Army after 37 issues, The Spark Man resumes his superhero costume and powers to track gamblers who prey on veterans. Hans und Fritz disguise themselves as a rhinoceros, but the fun begins when a real rhino gets involved. Dave's performance proves he's a genius, but not quite in the way he thought. Plus a Tarzan adventure by Burne Hogarth. Dynamic Tarzan cover by Hogarth. Hap Hopper; Nancy; Captain and the Kids; Tarzan; Abbie an Slats; Spark Man: In Metropole; Sparkler Salutes. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Item #59421855
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D CGC 9.8 SS McFarlane Direct Variant

    Paper: White

    Signed by Todd McFarlane on 1/20/20

    Label #2504906024

    Starts Jul 6

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #60672879
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

    Paper: White

    Label #4314069003

    Starts Jul 6

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61146271
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

    Paper: White

    Label #4421974006

    Starts Jul 22

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61177405
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

    Paper: White

    Slab: Significant scuff(s) front or back

    Label #0217879026

    Starts Jul 29

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61182992
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D NM- 9.2 Direct Variant

    Starts Jul 29

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61182993
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    Published May 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 1D NM- 9.2 Direct Variant

    Starts Aug 5

    Direct edition. "Questions!" Part 1 of 4. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. When government assassin Al Simmons is murdered, a deal with the devil brings him back to the realm of the living. But now he walks the shadows as the disfigured soldier of hell known as Spawn. Armed with unimaginable, but finite, magical abilities, Spawn is destined to play an important role in the upcoming Armageddon. But, what happens when this rebellious anti-hero decides he won't fight for either side? Superstar artist and Image co-founder, Todd McFarlane, creates a character who has gone on to inspire a major motion picture, an HBO animated series, numerous spin-off comic series, and one of the most successful toylines of all time. Spawn centerfold by Todd McFarlane & Ken Steacy. Pin-up of Spawn by George Perez. Pin-up of PITT by Dale Keown. Cover by McFarlane & Steacy. 1st app of Sam and Twitch Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61179813
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    Published Jun 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 2D CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

    1st app. Violator

    Paper: White

    Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

    Label #4157282008

    Starts Jul 29

    Direct Edition (has no bar code on cover) - "Questions!" Part 2 of 4. 1st appearance of the Violator. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane (1 page Rick Leonardi art). Meet the Violator, a diminutive little clown who hides a dangerous and deadly secret. Meanwhile, a sinister creature is committing horrible acts of violence on the criminal underworld of New York City, and Spawn will take the blame for it. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #60931273
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    Published Nov 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 6D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

    Top CGC census grade for this issue.
    1st app. Overtkill

    Paper: White

    Label #1289670003

    Starts Jul 6

    "Payback!" Part 1 of 2. 1st appearance of Overtkill. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. Mafioso boss, Tony Twist, blames the new shadowy hero, Spawn, for the resent attacks on his men. Twist wants Spawn dead. Twist is a man who is used to getting what he wants. Enter: Overtkill, a cyborg killing machine who never fails. NOTE: Overtkill was created on an art training video featuring Stan Lee, Todd McFarlane, and Rob Liefeld. When Lee came up with the name "Overkill," Liefeld and McFarlane, using only the name, and within a matter of minutes, came up with the basic design for the character that would soon be known as Overtkill, a major villain in the Image Universe. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61179837
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    Published Nov 1992 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 6D CGC 9.2 Direct Variant

    1st app. Overtkill

    Paper: White

    Label #4157282012

    Starts Jul 29

    "Payback!" Part 1 of 2. 1st appearance of Overtkill. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. Mafioso boss, Tony Twist, blames the new shadowy hero, Spawn, for the resent attacks on his men. Twist wants Spawn dead. Twist is a man who is used to getting what he wants. Enter: Overtkill, a cyborg killing machine who never fails. NOTE: Overtkill was created on an art training video featuring Stan Lee, Todd McFarlane, and Rob Liefeld. When Lee came up with the name "Overkill," Liefeld and McFarlane, using only the name, and within a matter of minutes, came up with the basic design for the character that would soon be known as Overtkill, a major villain in the Image Universe. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61179843
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    Published Jan 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 7D CGC 9.4

    Paper: White

    Label #4157282013

    Starts Jul 29

    Direct edition. "Payback!" Part 2 of 2. Created, story, and art by Todd McFarlane. After barely surviving his encounter with the cybernetic juggernaut known as Overtkill, Spawn decides it's time to break out the heavy artillery. Using his special forces training and an arsenal of state of the art weaponry, Spawn proceeds to dismantle one of the most dangerous villains in the Image Universe. Thus cementing his role as a force to be reckoned with in the IU. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #60931298
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    Published Feb 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 8D CGC 9.8

    Paper: White

    Label #1289670004

    Starts Jul 6

    Direct Edition. "In Heaven!" Story by Alan Moore. Art by Todd McFarlane. Includes a B&W poster of Spawn by Frank Miller. Child murderer, Billy Kincaid, awakens in a strange dark place and he is not alone. One by one, the members of his group are taken, destroyed, or devoured by the macabre denizens of this foreboding place. One by one, until only Kincaid and small child remain. When this sick man cannot deny his base instincts, he soon learns that there are fates worse than death when one is sent to Hell! Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #60931314
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9D CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

    Top CGC census grade for this issue.
    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

    Paper: White

    Label #1289684020

    Starts Jul 6

    Direct Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61169022
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9D CBCS 9.8 Direct Variant

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    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

    Paper: White

    Label #24-00EC56D-003

    Starts Jul 22

    Direct Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #56550970
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9D CBCS 9.6 Direct Variant

    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-1DA3BBA-029

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    Starts Jul 29

    Direct Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61123421
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

    Paper: White

    Label #3875739017

    Starts Jul 22

    Direct Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61139767
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9D CBCS 9.4 Direct Variant

    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

    Paper: White

    Label #0004511-AA-010

    Starts Aug 5

    Direct Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #60711527
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 9N FN+ 6.5 Newsstand Variant

    1st app. Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn
    Starts Jul 29

    Newsstand Edition. "Angela!" 1st appearance of Angela, Cagliostro, and Medieval Spawn. Story by Neil Gaiman. Art by Todd McFarlane. Spawn is attacked by Angela, a warrior of Heaven who has been hunting Hellspawns for centuries. Includes a B&W poster of Angela by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #61180123
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    Published May 1993 by Image.

    Spawn (1992 Image) 10D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

    Paper: White

    Label #3950690007

    Starts Jul 29

    "Crossing Over!" Guest-starring Cerebus. Story by Dave Sim. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cerebus the Aardvark takes Spawn on a surreal journey and exploration about the politics of the comic industry and the rights of creators. Featuring uncredited guest-appearances by Superman and many major characters from the world of comic books (arms reaching through prison bars). Cover price $1.95.