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Blackhawk Lot of 10

Issues 185, 186, 189-191, 194-196, 200, and 228 of Blackhawk (1944 1st Series). Most will grade in the GD to FR range.

Blackhawk Lot of 10

Issues 197-204, 227, and 228 of Blackhawk (1944 1st Series). Most will grade in the GD range with a couple grading VG and #198 grading FR.

Blackhawk Lot of 10

Issues 229-238 of Blackhawk (1944 1st Series). Most will grade in the GD/VG to GD range.

Blackhawk Lot of 8

Issues 108-110, 137, 141, 142, 149, and 157 of Blackhawk (1944 1st Series). Most will grade in the VG to GD range with a couple grading FR.

Blackhawks #1 (2011) Cover Print by Ken Lashley

High quality print on heavy stock. 9" x 12".

Blade Runner (1982) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4348209006

Direct Edition. A Marvel Movie Special - "Blade Runner: Part 1 of 2!" Based on the screenplay by Hampton Fancher and David Peeples. Adapted by Archie Goodwin. Art by Al Williamson, Carlos Garzon, Dan Green And Ralph Reese. The official comics adaptation of the classic science fiction thriller starring Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer. In the not too distant future, mankind lives side-by-side with synthetic lifeforms known as replicants. These androids serve the human race in many different helpful capacities. But every now and then, these androids malfunction and threaten human lives. When that happens, special bounty hunters known as Blade Runners are called in to deal with the situation. Of all the Blade Runners, Rick Deckard was the best. Now he is being forced out of retirement to deal with a gang of especially dangerous replicants. If Deckard survives this last case, one thing is for sure... his life will never be the same again. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Blood Hunt (2024 Marvel) 1.RBA CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4451435012

May or may not be polybagged. Written by Jed MacKay. Art by Pepe Larraz. Cover by Pepe Larraz. THERE WILL BE (MORE) BLOOD! EXPANDED AND UNEXPURGATED - THE RED BAND EDITION OF BLOOD HUNT #1 CONTAINS ADDITIONAL PAGES OF UNEXPURGATED MATERIAL THAT ARE TOO EXPLICIT FOR THE REGULAR EDITION! 38 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $6.99.

Bloodstone (2001 Marvel) 1 FN 6.0

Blood Runs Thicker... - Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning. Art by Michael Lopez and Scott Hanna. Cover by Michael Lopez. 1st appearance of Elsa Bloodstone. Growing up was tough for Elsa. Her mom was a nerdy archaeologist, she was constantly moving from place to place searching for the next ancient wonder, and she never knew anything about her father...until today! What do you do when you discover that your dad was the legendary monster hunter, Ulysses Bloodstone...and that he died doing what he loved best? You take up the mantle and kick some major monster butt...without your mom finding out, of course! Fans of Indiana Jones, Lara Croft or Buffy will definitely dig the hot hero called Bloodstone! With Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning providing the never-rest-for-a-moment story, and beautiful artwork by Michael Lopez and Scott Hanna, this adventure will be a light-hearted romp through the world of horror and the supernatural! And character design help from Alex Ross never hurts! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Blue Beetle #1 (2011) Cover Print by Tyler Kirkham and Nathan Eyring

High quality print on heavy stock. 9" x 12".

Blue Bolt (1949) 103B FN+ 6.5 Reprint

Cover oxidation. Pencil on interior page.

Reprint edition from Accepted Publications. Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Tom Gill, Bill Allison and Joe Certa. L. B. Cole's Star Publications takes over the Blue Bolt series, and as the superhero craze wanes, Blue Bolt becomes a backup feature to Dick Cole in his own title. Blue Bolt and Snap intervene when rumors of a hidden treasure map cause unrest in the Pacific Northwest. Photography nerd Candid Charlie finds danger on a school picnic after he photographs someone faking their own death. Heroic master of disguise the Chameleon must impersonate a Central American presidente to forestall a revolution. Mystery of the Vanishing Totem Poles; Chameleon; No Prisoners!; Candid Charlie; Target. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Boba Fett Head Sketch by Idan Knafo Kerbis

Signed by the artist. Pencil and ink on heavy stock. 7" x 10".

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Bombshell (1967) Fanzine 7 VG- 3.5

Back cover detached at one of three staples. Staple holes. Pen marking.

Cover by Rich Buckler. Fanzine featuring art, comics, and editorials. 62 pages, B&W.

Bonanza (1962 Gold Key) 1 VG 4.0

In "The Fugitive," when the Cartwrights shelter a pair of young elopers, Ben and his boys find themselves caught up in a web of Spanish vengeance! Also in this issue: "The Graves in the Forest" in which the three Cartwrights are held for murder until Hoss fights back with dynamite! # on cover: 10036-212 December. Cover price $0.12.

Booster Gold (1986 DC 1st Series) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4501688011

Direct Edition. Script and pencils by Dan Jurgens, inks by Mike DeCarlo. After negotiating a movie deal, media darling Booster Gold is put to the test when he battles Blackguard in the streets of Metropolis in "The Big Fall". Jimmy Olsen cameo. Jurgens cover. Cover price $0.75.

Booster Gold (1986 DC 1st Series) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4501688010

Direct Edition. Script and pencils by Dan Jurgens, inks by Mike DeCarlo. After negotiating a movie deal, media darling Booster Gold is put to the test when he battles Blackguard in the streets of Metropolis in "The Big Fall". Jimmy Olsen cameo. Jurgens cover. Cover price $0.75.

Boris Karloff Tales of Mystery (1963 Gold Key) 6 VF- 7.5

Anthology type comic with spooky and mystery stories hosted by famous classic horror film actor Boris Karloff. This issue features "The Unburied Bones," "The Terrible Dark Glasses," "The Ghost of Major Martin," and "Voyage of No Return." Issue also has one-page text feature "The Rain That Wouldn't Stop" and one-page strips. No story/art credits given. Back cover is pinup of front cover illustration. On cover: 10053-401, January. Cover price $0.12.

Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) 6DRAGON.A.FOIL CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Manufactured with "17/40" printed on cover. Dragon Mother Foil Edition A.

Label #4508641003

"Dragon Queen" Nice Foil Edition Trade Dress Cover by Shikarii - Limited to 40 copies. Written by Dolan. Art by Aurelio Mazzara. Giaris and Leonidas are condemned to death by the city they love. However, for their trusted advisor turned adversary Aurelia, leaving them to rot at the bottom of the Chasm of Curs is not enough. She will use her unworldly power to make Giaris and Leonidas fight to the death for her amusement. Can Giaris and Leonidas overcome Aurelias magic in time to save Sparta and themselves? 24 pages, full color. Rated T+

Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) 6DRAGON.B.FOIL CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Manufactured with "17/40" printed on cover. Dragon Mother Foil Edition B.

Label #4508641002

"Dragon Queen" Naughty Foil Edition Virgin Cover by Shikarii - Limited to 40 copies. Written by Dolan. Art by Aurelio Mazzara. Giaris and Leonidas are condemned to death by the city they love. However, for their trusted advisor turned adversary Aurelia, leaving them to rot at the bottom of the Chasm of Curs is not enough. She will use her unworldly power to make Giaris and Leonidas fight to the death for her amusement. Can Giaris and Leonidas overcome Aurelias magic in time to save Sparta and themselves? 24 pages, full color. Rated T+

Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) 6DRAGON.I.FOIL CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Manufactured with "18/20" printed on cover. Dragon Mother Foil Edition I.

Label #4508641006

"Dragon Queen" Up-Close Naughty Armor Foil Trade Dress Cover by Shikarii - Limited to 20 copies. Written by Dolan. Art by Aurelio Mazzara. Giaris and Leonidas are condemned to death by the city they love. However, for their trusted advisor turned adversary Aurelia, leaving them to rot at the bottom of the Chasm of Curs is not enough. She will use her unworldly power to make Giaris and Leonidas fight to the death for her amusement. Can Giaris and Leonidas overcome Aurelias magic in time to save Sparta and themselves? 24 pages, full color. Rated T+

Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) Kickstarter 4B.C CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover BN

Label #4478943012

Naughty "Spartan" Edition Virgin Cover by Shikarii Shambu. Written by Dolan. Art by Carlos Beccaria. Reprints Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) #4 with additional story pages. 28 pages. full color.

Born of Blood (2022 Merc Publishing) Kickstarter 4C.B VF+ 8.5

Signed by Jamie Tyndall. Includes certificate of authenticity from Jamie Tyndall, Inc.

"Storm" Edition Virgin Cover by Jamie Tyndall and Ezequiel Dominguez. Written by Dolan. Art by Carlos Beccaria. 28 pages, full color.

Boushh (Princess Leia) Head Sketch by Idan Knafo Kerbis

Signed by the artist. Pencil and ink on heavy stock. 7" x 10".

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Boy Commandos (1942-1949 1st Series) 8 GD- 1.8

Cover detached. Water damage with staple rust/migration. Includes certificate of authenticity for Jerome Wenker Collection.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Simon. Brooklyn's Dream, art by Louis Cazeneuve [ghosting for Jack Kirby]; Brooklyn gets hit on the head and dreams he wins WW II single-handedly. Love Comes to Private 'awkins, art by Louis Cazeneuve [ghosting for Jack Kirby]; the Commandos play matchmaker. A Spy In the Ointment starring Drafty and Tim. Nuggets of the North, art by Louis Cazeneuve [ghosting for Jack Kirby]. Kitchen Unit starring Jitters Jeep, script and art by Jack Farr. Tootsie Roll back cover ad, Captain Tootsie Battles Monster Man!. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Boy Commandos (1942-1949 1st Series) 27 VG- 3.5

Water damage.

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Steve Brodie. The Ape That Plotted Crimes, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Steve Brodie; After Carter and the boys capture a rare Gorilla for Farnsby's Circus the gorilla appears to have human intelligence and write long messages on a blackboard, including the plots for crimes. The Crimes of Diamond Hand, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Steve Brodie. Sea Voyage text story, script by Thomas Graw, art by Raymond Perry. The Case of the Killer Cadet, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Steve Brodie; Rip sends Brooklyn to military school after he fails to obey orders and almost gets the boys killed. Shorty humor page by Henry Boltinoff. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Boys (2021 Dynamite) Reprint Edition 1TYNDALL.B VF/NM 9.0

Signed by Jamie Tyndall. Includes certificate of authenticity from Jamie Tyndall, Inc.

Jamie Tyndall Exclusive Yellow Starlight Virgin Cover - Limited to 150 copies. Dynamite Reprint Edition. Written by Garth Ennis. Art and Cover by Darick Robertson. Need the perfect jumping-on point for The Boys after binging it on Prime? Here you go! Dynamite never actually had the honor of publishing issue #1 of The Boys (we started with #7), but now we're doing it here as a special, limited edition. Don't miss out on where it all began! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. NOTE: Do not confuse with the 2006 Wildstorm printing. Cover price $4.99.

Boys Lot of 5

Issues 5, 10, 12, 13, 16 of Boys (2006 Wildstorm/Dynamite). Most will grade in the FN/VF to VF range.

Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC) 54 GD/VG 3.0

Cover oxidation.

Cover by Bruno Premiani. 1st appearance and origin of the Teen Titans (Robin, Kid Flash, Aqualad) in "The Thousand-and-One Dooms of Mr. Twister," script by Bob Haney, art by Bruno Premiani; The townsfolk of Hatton Corners is in the midst of a dispute; The adults of the neighborhood feel that the teen populace are too wild and unruly, whereas the teens feel that the adults are too "un-hip" and incapable of relating to teenage problems; Ironically, the teen youth movement is led by Eddie Corliss, son of the town's mayor; Eddie organizes a club house meeting and invites three famous teen super-heroes to come to Hatton Corners to support their cause; They invite Aqualad, Kid Flash and Robin; Before the heroes arrive however, a crazed super-villain known as Mister Twister blusters through town riding atop a giant cyclone. Cap's Hobby Center by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC) 85 VG 4.0

First 15-cent cover price. Cover by Neal Adams. "The Senator's Been Shot!", script by Bob Haney, art by Neal Adams; When the newly voted senator for Gotham City is shot before he can vote on a important anti-crime bill, Bruce Wayne is selected to finish the rest of the Senator's term during his recovery so that the crucial deciding vote for the bill be made; Meanwhile, as Batman, Bruce attempts to find out who was responsible for having the senator shot and along the way teams up with the Green Arrow to bring the shooter to justice, just in time for Bruce to vote in favor of the crime bill. First appearance of the new Green Arrow costume. One-page Adams biography written by his wife. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC) 93 VG 4.0

Cover by Neal Adams. "Red Water Crimson Death," script by Denny O'Neil, art by Neal Adams; In a tale narrated by Cain from House of Mystery, Batman slips up and almost gets himself killed trying to stop a normal thug, and is forced to go on vacation by Commissioner Gordon, who believes Batman is heading towards a total burn out; Reluctantly taking the Commissioner's advice, Batman (in his civilian guise of Bruce Wayne) takes a boat cruise in which he saves a small boy named Sean who falls overboard; Going along with the boy to his home of Arin Island, Bruce find that mystical forces are working to have him solve a mystery on the island as Batman; Learning of a local legend of the red sea that has killed many (including Sean's parents) and the supposed cases of haunting on the island, Batman soon learns that it is businessman Alysius Cabot; Cabot is really dumping chemicals into the water that is causing people to die, and is using technology to play on peoples superstitions. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Brave and the Bold Lot of 10

Issues 98, 102-104, 109, 112, 113, 120, and 131 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC); and 16 of Super DC Giant (1970). Most will grade in the FN to VG range.

Brave and the Bold Lot of 4

Issues 53, 65, 69, 73 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the GD to VG range.

Brave and the Bold Lot of 4

Issues 64, 73, 75, 77 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG+ to FN/VF range, with #77 grading at GD.

Brave and the Bold Lot of 5

Issues 36, 42-44, 53 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the FR/GD to GD/VG range, with #53 grading at PR (Coupon cut out, interrupts art and story).

Brave and the Bold Lot of 9

Issues 187-191, 194, 196, 198, 199 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the FN to VF range.

Brave and the Bold Lot of 9

Issues 169, 179-186 of Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the FN/VF to VF range.

Brzrkr (2021 Boom) 7G CGC 9.8 SS Johnson Johnson Virgin 1:100 Variant

Paper: White

Signed by Daniel Warren Johnson on 4/25/24 Johnson "Virgin" Edition

Label #4404575007

Limited 1 for 100 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. (W) Matt Kindt, Keanu Reeves (A) Ron Garney (CA) Daniel Warren Johnson Diana pushes B. to uncover more about his past. Triggering a memory of WWI, where B. fights alongside his first U.S. handler, an artillery shell explosion results in a piece of B. making its way through history as a legendary artifact. Back in the present, Caldwell reunites B. with his artifact, revealing himself as the top historical expert on B. Will his proposed 'Protocol X' unlock the ultimate truth B. seeks, buried deep inside his memories? 24 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

Buccaneers (1950 Quality) 23 VG+ 4.5

Water damage.

Stories by unknown. Art by Reed Crandall and unknown. Captain Daring sets out to stop the new pirate menace, Tezca, in an untitled story also starring Sir Mark Drayton, Lady Dolores Drayton, Captain Dragon and Patch. Plus: Black Roger and Barty encounter and battle a monstrous suit of Arab armor in an untitled story! Also featuring untitled tales of The Spanish Main and Eric Falcon, Soldier of Fortune. And: 1-page text story "Priceless Cargo"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Buck Rogers (1951 Toby Press) 100 VG+ 4.5

Water spotting.

Stories and art by Murphy Anderson and Vic Herman. Sometimes listed as Buck Rogers #7. Toby Press presents reprints of the classic Buck Rogers comic strip from 1947-1949. Buck is accidentally sent back in time to 1950, where he battles flying saucers (also from the future) and ends the Korean War three years early. Nerdy boxer Kid Science solves a mystery with his brains and his fists. Plus an article about the 1950s flying-saucer sightings. The Adventure of the Flying Discs; Captain Kidd's Treasure; What Are Flying Saucers?; Battle of Planets; Kid Science: Batty Over Baseball. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Buck Rogers Print by William Stout

Signed by the artist and numbered 97/500. High quality print on heavy stock. 12" x 16".

Bucky O'Hare (1991) 4A CBCS 9.6 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

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

Label #21-1982DFD-004

Direct Edition cover by Andre Coates and Michael Golden. Story by Larry Hama. Art by Michael Golden. Anthropomorphic action-adventure with Bucky O'Hare and the crew of the Righteous Indignation. In pursuit of Jenny, the ship arrives in a strange world; meanwhile, the Storm Toad Death Commandos are unleashed. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.00.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1998 1st Series) 1D CGC 9.6 Gold Foil Another Universe Variant

Paper: White

Another universe Error Edition

Label #4254023010

Gold Foil Cover Edition Another Universe Exclusive. Cover price $9.95.

Caliber Presents (1989) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Slab: Significant inner well scuff(s)

Label #4063972002

NOTE: 1st appearance of The Crow - Cover by Tim Vigil. Stories and art by James OBarr, Mark Bloodworth, Tim Vigil, Mark Winfrey, Tim Tyler, and Kyle Garrett. Anthology featuring Caliber artists and characters, as well as stand-alone stories. The first-ever appearance of OBarrs The Crow in Inertia, plus another OBarr story, IO; the sword-and-sorcery strip Cuda; a preview of Bloodworths NightStreets series. 48 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.95.

Canto (2019 IDW) 1A FN/VF 7.0 Zucker

Written by David M. Booher. Art and Cover by Drew Zucker. Canto's adventure begins! Enslaved for generations, Canto's people once had hearts. Now they have clocks. When slavers damage a little tin girl's clock beyond repair, Canto must brave his strange and fantastic world to bring back her heart. Can he overcome the dangers that await to save the one he loves? An all-ages fable inspired by Wizard of Oz and Dante's Inferno. Part fantasy. Part adventure. All heart. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Canto a Place Like Home (2024 Dark Horse) 1C CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover C.

Label #4492077010

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by David M. Booher. Art by Drew Zucker. Cover by David Mack. Hang on to your helmets! The Shrouded Man saga rushes toward the final battle… The tiny clockwork knight returns after making the ultimate choice to save his people above all else. He has amassed allies in the war against the Shrouded Man, but even an army may not be enough to stop the evil sorcerers quest to conquer Cantos people. Fighting to save New Arcana wont be easy, but nothing ever is for the brave Canto!   The fan-favorite comic fantasy continues with the miniseries Canto: A Place Like Home by Eisner and GLAAD nominated writer David M. Booher and fan-favorite artist Drew Zucker! • The finale series to the Shrouded Man Saga Begins at Dark Horse Comics! • An All-ages modern fairytale of epic proportions. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Captain 3-D (1953 Harvey) 1 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4074742008

May or may not contain 3-D glasses. For consignment items, please check individual item notes to see whether the copy offered still has the 3-D glasses intact. "The Man From the World of D," "The Menace of the Living Dolls," and "Iron Hat McGinty and his Destruction Gang." Pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Steve Ditko (tied for third published work with Strange Fantasy 9). Kirby cover pencils, Mort Meskin cover inks. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.25.

Captain Aero Comics (1941) Vol. 4 #26 CGC 0.5

Paper: Off white

Pieces cut out from page 1, 8 and 10.

Label #4526560002

Cover by L. B. Cole. Stories and art by Carmine Infantino, Frank Jackson, Rudy Palais, George Gregg, and Tony DiPreta. A patriotic WWII aviator hero whose motto is "Keep 'Em Flyin'!" Miss Victory discovers that a nationwide crime wave is only a distraction for criminals targeting the Federal Reserve Bank. A detailed early history of the hobby of flying model aircraft. Plus an early story by DC legend Carmine Infantino. Terrific sci-fi cover by legendary artist L. B. Cole. Captain Aero: Moon That Was Motionless; Miss Victory; Adventure in the Air; Derby Day; The Mighty Mite; The Sinister Surgery Incident; Little Planes with Big Ideas; Captain Aeros Sky Scouts. Final issue of the series. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 115 GD 2.0

Two center wraps detached.

Last 12-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Frank Giacoia. Using the Cosmic Cube, the Red Skull switches bodies with Captain America in "Now Begins the Nightmare!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Sal Buscema (Panels 3 and 4 of page 12 retouched by John Romita Sr.); With the Cosmic Cube in his possession, the Red Skull confronts Captain America; Back at SHIELD headquarters, Rick Jones searches for Captain America and asks Sharon Carter if she has seen him; Although she is testing a new SHIELD weapon, Sharon tells Rick that he hasn't seen Captain America since she rejected his request that she leave SHIELD; Rick contacts his old gang of Ham radio enthusiasts, the Teen Brigade, and asks them all to out for Captain America and report back if they see him; Meanwhile, the Red Skull continues using the Cosmic Cube in ways to drive Captain America insane, hurtling him from this realm to different worlds and shrinking him down in size. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 117 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2048397002

Cover pencils by Gene Colan and John Romita (alterations), inks by Joe Sinnott and John Romita (alterations). First appearance and origin of the Falcon in "The Coming of... the Falcon!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Joe Sinnott; With the Red Skull previously having switched bodies with Captain America, the Skull uses the Cosmic Cube to send Cap to the tropical island home of the Exiles; There Cap encounters a falconer from Harlem who had been hired by the Exiles but who is now attempting to help the island natives kick the Exiles from their home; Cap joins forces with the falconer who, with Cap's urging, dons a costume and takes the name the Falcon. Letter to the editor from writer James Van Hise. 36 pgs., full color. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 124 FN 6.0

Cover pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Joe Sinnott. "Mission: Stop the Cyborg!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Joe Sinnott; Two AIM assassins attack Captain America; one of the assassins becomes part of Modoks cyborg project; Cap demands that Nick Fury take Sharon Carter off of active duty so he can pursue a romantic relationship with her; The cyborg robs a bank and battles Sharon; Cap defeats the cyborg and tells Sharon he doesnt want to see her anymore. The letters page has a statement of ownership - average print run, 421,644; average paid circulation, 243,798. Letter from comics writer Alan Brennert. 36 pgs., full color. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Captain America (1968 1st Series) 164 FN 6.0

First appearance of Nightshade in "Queen of the Werewolves" Plot by Steve Englehart and Alan Weiss. Script by Steve Englehart. Art by Alan Weiss (with touch-ups by John Romita Sr.). Cover by John Romita Sr. On their way back to New York, the Sentinel of Liberty and the Falcon stop at Grimrock Prison in Maryland to check on Sam Wilson's friend who is serving time there. And unfortunately, the duo is completely unaware of the horror that awaits them inside. Cap enters the facility from the rear and is immediately attacked by werewolves! The star-spangled avenger ferociously fends off the wolf pack and then meets their master: Nightshade! She initially seems harmless -- almost childlike -- but Nightshade enjoys turning people into werewolves...including Sam Wilson! Oh no, will Captain America have to fight the new Falcon-Wolf? Yes, he will. Just like Nightshade planned! Cameo appearances by Nick Fury and the Yellow Claw. (Notes: This is the first appearance of Yellow Claw since the early silver age Yellow Claw (1956) series. A robot version of the character appeared in Strange Tales (1st series) 161-167. Nightshade returns in Captain America 189. Years later she will turn Cap into a werewolf in Captain America 405. Romita's touch-ups to Weiss' pencils create quite a contrast in styles.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.