Auctions: comic books 1985

Albedo (1985 1st Series Thoughts and Images) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4447686013

2nd appearance of Usagi Yojimbo. Front cover art by Steven A. Gallacci/back cover by Stan Sakai. "Erma Felna" (W/A) Gallacci. "Lone Rabbit and Child!" (W/A) Stan Sakai; Usagi Yojimbo meets Tomoe and Lord Noriyuki. Sergio Argonès art on letters page. 36 pgs. $2.00. Cover price $2.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 260D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Label #0046298056

Direct Edition. "The Challenge of Hobgoblin!" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Ron Frenz. Inks by Joe Rubinstein and Brett Breeding. Cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. The Hobgoblin and the Rose unleash their two-pronged attack on Harry Osborn! The goblin ambushes Harry at his corporate office, while the Rose's henchmen kidnap Liz Osborn and Mary Jane! Auspiciously, the wondrous wall-crawler is close by to lock horns with the Hobgoblin! But who is going to save MJ and Harry's expectant wife? Could it be the Green Goblin?! Stay tuned! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Betty Brant Leeds, Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, Susan Richards, Franklin Richards, and the alien symbiote (costume). (Note: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 274.) Cover price $0.60.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 266D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4438187003

Direct Edition. "Jump for My Love or Spring is in the Air" Script by Peter David. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Finishes by Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Denys Cowan and Joe Rubinstein. The web-slinger catches a suicidal jumper in mid-leap! And to his surprise discovers that the jumper is none other than the Toad...of Brotherhood of Evil Mutants fame! The Toad is down of his luck, but suddenly thinks a partnership with Spider-Man would turn his life around! However the Toad's plan draws the ire of the Frog-Man and the Spider-Kid! They want to be the wall-crawler's partner too! What a group of misfits! Can Spider-Man gracefully bow out of this mess? Cameo appearance by the Black Cat. 32 pages. Cover price $0.65.

Care Bears (1985 Marvel/Star Comics) 1 FN 6.0

Cover loose at staples.

Join the Care Bears in their magical home, the incredible land of Care-A-Lot. In this issue, the Care Bears try to find out why hail storms and blizzards are occurring during the summer and ruining everybody's fun and happiness. What is going on? It's all part of an evil plot by Glump. So the Care Bears have to do something about that in "The Plot to Steal Summer." Script by Howard Post and art by Howard Post & Roberta Edelman. Cover price $0.65.

Coyote (1983) 11 VG+ 4.5

1st Todd McFarlane art in comics. "The Heat!" Written by Steve Englehart. Art by Chas Truog and Richard Howell. Has Coyote fallen for his enemy? Plus, The origin of "Slash!" Written by Steve Enlehart. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover price $1.50.

Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4499611022

"The Summoning!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Dick Giordano. This is it, the biggest, and arguably most important, event in the history of the DCU. A wave of unstoppable destructive force is sweeping across the multiverse and indiscriminately destroying everything in its path. Nothing seems able to stop it. The Crime Syndicate of Amerika (evil versions of the JLA) of Earth-3 die trying, along with their world. Batman receives an ominous warning from the Flash. Weather and natural disasters are out of control. An eclectic group of heroes and villains from around the multiverse are assembled to halt the death and destruction, and the being known as the Monitor may be the only one who can help them. 1st appearance of Alexander Luthor. Featuring the deaths of the Crime Syndicate of Amerika and Lex Luthor of Earth-3. NOTE: What can I say about "Crisis" accept that it's epic, meaningful, engrossing, and grand in scope. As an eleven year old comic fan, I remember being absolutely blown away by this story. Marv Wolfman and George Perez are truly masters of their craft. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $0.75.

Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985) 7N CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4179886009

Newsstand Edition. "Beyond the Silent Night!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez, Dick Giordano, and Jerry Ordway. At last the origins of the most mysterious players in this story are revealed. Learn the secret pasts of Pariah, and why he is destined to witness world after world die, the tragic past of Harbinger, the mysterious Monitor, and evil incarnate, the Anti-Monitor. Plus, in order to stop the Anti-Monitor from destroying the last remaining Earths in the multiverse, a cadre of the DCU's most powerful heroes mount an all out assault on the villain's stronghold in the dangerous Anti-Matter Universe. It is a task not everyone will survive. Featuring the heroic and tragic death of Supergirl. Cover price $1.25.

Crossfire (1984 Eclipse) 12 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4486417011

When a Marilyn Monroe impersonator disappears, Crossfire investigates in "The 24th Annual Death of Marilyn Monroe." Script by Mark Evanier and art by Dan Spiegle. Dave Stevens cover. Cover price $1.50.

Crossfire (1984 Eclipse) 12 VF/NM 9.0

When a Marilyn Monroe impersonator disappears, Crossfire investigates in "The 24th Annual Death of Marilyn Monroe." Script by Mark Evanier and art by Dan Spiegle. Dave Stevens cover. Cover price $1.50.

Crossfire (1984 Eclipse) 12 VF 8.0

When a Marilyn Monroe impersonator disappears, Crossfire investigates in "The 24th Annual Death of Marilyn Monroe." Script by Mark Evanier and art by Dan Spiegle. Dave Stevens cover. Cover price $1.50.

DC Comics Presents (1978 DC) 87 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4424337003

Crisis on Infinite Earths cross-over. Zapped by an alien ray, Superman hops dimensions and teams up with Superboy-Prime to battle Polarians on Earth-Prime in the 24-page "Year of the Comet." Continued in Adventures of Superman (1939) #414. Script by Elliot S! Maggin, art by Curt Swan & Al Williamson. Plus: the 16-page "Origin of Superboy-Prime" by Maggin, Swan & Williamson. Cover by Eduardo Barreto. Cover price $1.25.

DNAgents (1983) 24 FN- 5.5

Cover by Dave Stevens. While the DNAgents, with Crossfire's help, try to track down the Detonator, a magazine publisher makes Rainbow a tempting offer in an untitled story. Script by Mark Evanier and art by Mitch Schauer, Willie Blyberg & Dan Spiegle. Cover price $1.50.

DNAgents (1983) 24 FN- 5.5

Cover by Dave Stevens. While the DNAgents, with Crossfire's help, try to track down the Detonator, a magazine publisher makes Rainbow a tempting offer in an untitled story. Script by Mark Evanier and art by Mitch Schauer, Willie Blyberg & Dan Spiegle. Cover price $1.50.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 32 CBCS 9.8 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

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

Label #21-1984E1B-001

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

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 36D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-279D3CC-012

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

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 38 CBCS 9.6 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

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

Label #21-1984E1B-012

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

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 42 CGC 9.6 SS Hama

Paper: White

Signed by Larry Hama on 12/16/23

Label #4370575009

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

How to Draw Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1985) 1A CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4499611016

Standard wraparound cover by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Written by Allan J. Fromberg. Art by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Rich Buckler. One of a series of how-to art books from Solson, the company run by the son of Marvel comics veteran Sol Brodsky. This volume features step-by-step instructions and illustrated examples of how to draw the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, using sketches and pinups drawn by Turtle co-creators Kevin B. Eastman and Peter Laird. Includes weaponry; turtle heads, hands, and feet; action scenes; motion; facial expressions; and even the proper way to draw turtle teeth and shells. Published during the height of the first wave of Turtlemania in comics. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.25.

Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4353573013

While on security detail at a rock concert, the team contends with Chroma's ballad of devastation in "Concert In The Key Of...Chroma". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Tony DeZuniga. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover. Cover price $1.25.

Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4353573020

While on security detail at a rock concert, the team contends with Chroma's ballad of devastation in "Concert In The Key Of...Chroma". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Tony DeZuniga. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover. Cover price $1.25.

Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4353572024

While on security detail at a rock concert, the team contends with Chroma's ballad of devastation in "Concert In The Key Of...Chroma". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Tony DeZuniga. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover. Cover price $1.25.

Infinity Inc. (1984 DC 1st Series) 14 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4254023004

While on security detail at a rock concert, the team contends with Chroma's ballad of devastation in "Concert In The Key Of...Chroma". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Roy Thomas, co-plot by Dann Thomas, pencils by Todd McFarlane, inks by Tony DeZuniga. McFarlane/DeZuniga cover. Cover price $1.25.

Longshot (1985 Limited Series) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4495147017

Direct Edition. 1st Art Adams pro work. Arriving on Earth unsure of his own identity, Longshot tries to rescue a kidnapped baby in "A Man Without a Past." Script by Ann Nocenti. Pencils by Arthur Adams (his first pro work). Inks by Whilce Portacio & Anderson. Cover by Adams. 1st appearance of Longshot and Spiral. Cover price $0.75.

Longshot (1985 Limited Series) 1N CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4495166006

Newsstand Edition. 1st Art Adams pro work. Arriving on Earth unsure of his own identity, Longshot tries to rescue a kidnapped baby in "A Man Without a Past." Script by Ann Nocenti. Pencils by Arthur Adams (his first pro work). Inks by Whilce Portacio & Anderson. Cover by Adams. 1st appearance of Longshot and Spiral. Cover price $0.75.

Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) 10D VF- 7.5 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Death to the Beyonder!" Part 10 of 12. Story by Jim Shooter. Art by Mike Zeck and John Beatty. It's Doctor Doom vs. the Beyonder. The nefarious villain has stolen vast amounts of cosmic energy from mighty Galactus and now stands in defiance before the nigh omnipotent Beyonder. What follows is a battle that will rock the cosmos, and only one shall survive. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Miracleman (1985) 1A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4073026014

Written by Alan Moore, with art by Gary Leach. Mickey Moran was just a regular bloke with a wife and a job, until one day he *remembered*...that he was Miracleman, a glistening new god with powers far beyond those of mortal ken. He also remembered that, years ago, he and his sidekicks -- Young Miracleman and Kid Miracleman -- were in a horrible accident that left Young Miracleman dead. When Moran goes to see Kid Miracleman to help him piece together his past, our hero finds that his youthful protege has changed...for the worse. Much worse. If you've never read this series, be assured it ranks right up there with Alan Moore's other classic, Watchmen. Cover price $0.75.

Moon Knight (1985 2nd Series) Fist of Khonshu 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4408114007

"Night of the Jackal!" Written by Alan Zelenetz. Art by Chris Warner and E.R. Cruz. Featuring the startling origin of Moon Knight as never told before. It's new beginning with all-new revelations! 48 pages, FC. Cover price $1.25.

Rocket Raccoon (1985 Marvel) 1N FN+ 6.5

Newsstand Edition. Written by: Bill Mantlo Pencils by: Mike Mignola. Animal Crackers Readers are reintroduced to the world of Half-World, Rocket Raccoon, Wal-Rus, and Llyla from their first appearance in Incredible Hulk 271. Lord Mole has started a toy war by killing the chief toysmith of Lord Dyvyne. Rocket Raccoon and his crew, with the oath of protecting the loonies of Cuckoo's Nest, find themselves involved in the struggle to ensure that their subjects receive the toys they need. Lord Dyvyne sends the Black Bunny Brigade to capture Llyla to obtain her stake in her toy empire. Cover price $0.75.

Sheena 3-D Special (1985) 1 VF+ 8.5

Signed by cover artist Dave Stevens. Certification not included.

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Stories by Morgan Thomas and S.M. 'Jerry' Iger. Art by Matt Baker, Llamuz, and Robert Hayward Webb, plus 3-D effects by Ray Zone and Tony Alderson. Cover by Dave Stevens. Sometimes listed as Blackthorne 3-D Series (1985) #1. The first issue of Blackthorne's long-running 3-D series, featuring Jerry Igers classic jungle princess, hero of pulps, comics, and the big and small screens. Absent from comics for almost three decades, this presents some of her 1950s adventures in 3-D format, including one by legendary good-girl artist Matt Baker. But the main draw for many fans will be the stunning cover by beloved artist (and Rocketeer creator) Dave Stevens. Also featuring an introduction by creator Jerry Iger, a Snarzan the Ape spoof from Great Comics (1941) #1, and a Congo King story with art by legendary good-girl artist Matt Baker. Heroine in the Jungle; Sargasso of Lost Safaris; Snarzan the Ape in Mein Kemp Von Der Chungle; Congo King; Spoor of the Dancing Skeletons. 32 pages, B&W with 3-D effects. NOTE: Copy may or may not include 3-D glasses. Cover price $2.00.

Spectacular Spider-Man (1976 1st Series) 98D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4309666005

Direct Edition. "True Confessions!" Script by Al Milgrom. Pencils by Herb Trimpe. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by Al Milgrom. The Black Cat finally tells the web-slinger the truth about the Kingpin's involvement in her gaining new powers. Spider-Man is shocked. Is this the beginning of the end for the wall-crawler and Felicia? Meanwhile, the alien symbiote has escaped from the Baxter Building and is on the prowl...looking for Spider-Man! First appearance of the Spot. Cameo appearance by the Kingpin. 32 pages Cover price $0.60.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 100 VF 8.0

Signed by Sam De La Rosa in margin of splash page, no certification included.

Special double-sized issue! The Nagai invade the Alliance HQ on Endor! A computer has grounded the best Alliance pilots--Han and Luke--and Princess Leia must face the brunt of the attack alone! "First Strike" is written by Jo Duffy, with art by Cynthia Martin, Art Nichols and Sam De La Rosa. Cover by Tom Palmer. Cover price $1.25.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 102 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4494428014

Luke and Lando return to Iskalon to tell Kiro's family of his death. Waiting for them...ruthless Nagai invaders. And Iskalon's staunchest defender is...Kiro himself! "School Spirit" is written by Jo Duffy, with art by Sal Buscema and Sam De La Rosa. Cover by Kerry Gammill and Sam De La Rosa. Cover price $0.65.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) Canadian Price Variant 94 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Canadian Edition

Label #1253836017

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price. Han, Luke, Leia, Chewie, Lando, C-3PO and R2-D2 are up to their ears in Ewoks and trouble when war breaks out between the Ewoks and Lahsbees! "Small Wars" is written by Jo Duffy, with art by Cynthia Martin and Tom Palmer. Cover by Cynthia Martin. Cover price $0.75.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) Canadian Price Variant 102 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Canadian Edition

Label #1202445005

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price. Luke and Lando return to Iskalon to tell Kiro's family of his death. Waiting for them...ruthless Nagai invaders. And Iskalon's staunchest defender is...Kiro himself! "School Spirit" is written by Jo Duffy, with art by Sal Buscema and Sam De La Rosa. Cover by Kerry Gammill and Sam De La Rosa. Cover price $0.75.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1984) 1REP.3RD CGC 7.0 3rd Printing

Paper: White

Third Printing

Label #4360135001

Third printing Cover price $1.50.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D VF 8.0 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Thundercats (1985 1st Series Marvel) 1D VF 8.0 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Survival Run!" Written by David Micheline. Art by Jim Mooney and Brett Breeding. When the Thundercats' homeworld is destroyed, a small group of survivors crash-land on the mysterious green world known as Third Earth. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against their mortal enemies the Mutants. However, things go from bad to worse when their battle with the vile Mutants awakens Mumm-Ra, an ancient ogre-mage whose dark magic powers know no rival. 36 pages, FC Cover price $0.65.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 10D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4349575016

First Printing. Direct Edition. Shockwave creates some new allies, the Constructicons, and sends them out into battle while G.B. Blackrock has formed an alliance with the Autobots and learns what is going on in "The Next Best Thing to Being There." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Ricardo Villamonte & Brad Joyce. Cover price $0.75.

Transformers (1984 Marvel) 10D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4424679015

First Printing. Direct Edition. Shockwave creates some new allies, the Constructicons, and sends them out into battle while G.B. Blackrock has formed an alliance with the Autobots and learns what is going on in "The Next Best Thing to Being There." Script by Bob Budiansky and art by Ricardo Villamonte & Brad Joyce. Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 198N CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4473936010

Newsstand Edition. "Life and Death: Part 2!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith. Storm's journey of self discovery comes to an end, as all her past experiences, her triumphs and tragedies have brought her to this moment. How will the answers she find affect her future with the X-Me? NOTE: See Uncanny X-Men #186 for the first part to this story. Cover price $0.65.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 200 CGC 9.8 SS Claremont

Paper: White

Signed by Chris Claremont on 06/15/2024.

Label #4461579002

"The Trial of Magneto!" Guest-starring Lilandra, Binary, and the Starjammers. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. For his crimes against humanity, Magneto will be put on trial. Can the X-Men keep extremists from disrupting the trial thus sparking a mutant/human war?! Plus, a mortally wounded Charles Xavier forces Magneto to make a decision that will change the X-Men's lives forever! NOTE: 1st appearance of Fenris. Cover price $1.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 200 CGC 9.8 SS Claremont

Paper: White

Signed by Chris Claremont on 06/15/2024.

Label #4461579005

"The Trial of Magneto!" Guest-starring Lilandra, Binary, and the Starjammers. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. For his crimes against humanity, Magneto will be put on trial. Can the X-Men keep extremists from disrupting the trial thus sparking a mutant/human war?! Plus, a mortally wounded Charles Xavier forces Magneto to make a decision that will change the X-Men's lives forever! NOTE: 1st appearance of Fenris. Cover price $1.25.

Web of Spider-Man (1985 1st Series) 1D CGC 9.8 Vess Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #0305768036

Direct Edition. "Til Death Do Us Part!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Greg LaRocque and Jim Mooney. Painted cover by Charles Vess. The alien symbiote (aka black costume) ambushes Peter Parker while he is getting dressed. Now Spider-Man must battle the black costume and the new Vulturions on his way to the Baxter Building! Meanwhile, Aunt May laments Peter's decision to drop out of graduate school. (Note: The Web of Spiderman series essentially replaced the Marvel Team-Up title as Marvel's third regular series featuring Spider-Man.) 32 pages Cover price $0.65.

Web of Spider-Man (1985 1st Series) 1D FN+ 6.5 Vess Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Til Death Do Us Part!" Story by Louise Simonson. Art by Greg LaRocque and Jim Mooney. Painted cover by Charles Vess. The alien symbiote (aka black costume) ambushes Peter Parker while he is getting dressed. Now Spider-Man must battle the black costume and the new Vulturions on his way to the Baxter Building! Meanwhile, Aunt May laments Peter's decision to drop out of graduate school. (Note: The Web of Spiderman series essentially replaced the Marvel Team-Up title as Marvel's third regular series featuring Spider-Man.) 32 pages Cover price $0.65.