Auctions: comic books in 'Legion of Superheroes'

Legion of Super-Heroes (1984 3rd Series) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4510194011

"Here a Villain, There a Villain..." Beginning a new era in the lives of the Legionnaires! The Legion's first deluxe format issue opens the door on a suspenseful, very mysterious and exciting five-part epic destined to be a classic! The Legion of Super-Villains is back--with a plan to destroy the Legion and the universe! Light Lass is kidnapped, the prisoners of Takron-Galtos are broken out, Micro Lad makes trouble, Chameleon Chief, Ronn Karr and other nasties battle our heroes--and Dream Girl's lot is the worst, for she has had a vision that a Legionnaire will die! Written by Paul Levitz and Keith Giffen, with art and cover by Keith Giffen and Larry Mahlstedt. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.25.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 215 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4498486003

Cover art by Mike Grell. The Final Eclipse of Sun Boy, script by Cary Bates, art by Mike Grell; Sun Boy appears to be going into an eclipse state, Phantom Girl testifies against an assassin. Superman is featured in a one-page public service announcement, Justice For All Includes Children, art by Neal Adams. The Hero Who Wouldn't Fight, script by Jim Shooter, pencils by Mike Grell, inks by Bill Draut; the Emerald Empress threatens the Legion of Super-Heroes, but Cosmic Boy refuses to use his powers based on religious grounds. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.