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Shadow (1931-1949 Street & Smith) Pulp Vol. 40 #4 CGC 4.0

Paper: Off white

Label #4401901017

Volume 40, Issue 4 - January 15, 1942. 6.5" x 9", 114 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.10.

Shadowhawk (1992 1st Series) 1N CGC 9.6 Valentino Variant

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition

Label #4397955020

This cover variant is NOT silver embossed - Cover pencils by Jim Valentino, inks by Rob Liefeld. A Nightmare Walking, script and art by Jim Valentino; A deadly new hero prowls the night, breaking the backs of street criminals to teach them a lesson; The police try to capture him but can't even get close enough to get a good look at him; Who is Shadowhawk? Jim's First Drawing of Shadowhawk illustration. Cover price $1.95.

Shadowman (1992 1st Series) 11 CBCS 9.8 SS Layton

Paper: White

Verified Signatures: Bob Layton and Bob Hall.

Label #24-09703B8-016

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Part 2 of 3. Jack is finding it harder to distinguish between his everyday life as a musician and his role as Shadowman, purveyor of the night. Does he have superpowers or doesn't he? Well, he's sure going to need them as Master Darque's forces plot to take back the night from Shadowman. "The Day of Your Death" is written by Bob Hall, with art by Bob Hall and Tom Mandrake. Cover by Bob Hall and Tom Ryder. Cover price $2.50.

Shazam (1973) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4375463021

Cover by C. C. Beck, Nick Cardy, and Murphy Anderson. ...In the Beginning ..., script by Denny O'Neil, art by C. C. Beck; After missing for 20 years, Captain Marvel returns to Earth; Origin retold. The World's Wickedest Plan, script by Denny O'Neil, art by C. C. Beck; Captain Marvel escapes the trap that Dr. Sivana had created that caused the Marvel Family to be placed in suspended animation for the last 20 years. Reprint back-up: "The Endless String" (from Captain Marvel Adventures 55 in 1946), written by Otto Binder, art by Pete Costanza. One-page text feature by E. Nelson Bridwell--a history of Captain Marvel. 36 pgs., full color. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

Shazam (1973) 25 FN+ 6.5

Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger. Isis... As in Crisis!, script by Denny O'Neil, art by Dick Giordano; Origin of Isis. The Bicentennial Villain, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, art by Kurt Schaffenberger; Billy and his friend Whitey are making a documentary of young adults throughout history, but their production is sabotaged by Dr. Sivana. Justice for All Includes Children public service announcement with Superman, art by Neal Adams and Vince Colletta. 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

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.

Shi The Way of the Warrior (1994 Crusade) Ashcan 6 NM 9.4

B & W Transparent cover

Shock Suspenstories (1952) 1 VG 4.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Tear seals, edge rebuild, color touch, staples replaced, cover cleaned, TRIMMED. Colored pencil on back cover.

Cover art by Albert B. Feldstein. The Neat Job!, script by Bill Gaines (co-plot) and Albert B. Feldstein (co-plot, script), art by Jack Kamen; An abused housewife married to a neat freak snaps one day and neatly dices the sections of her husband's body into small jars. Yellow!, script by Bill Gaines (co-plot) and Albert B. Feldstein (co-plot, script), art by Jack Davis; A Colonel's son faces the firing squad for cowardice under fire, and is court-martialed and found guilty, sentenced to die by firing squad. Alibi! text story by Albert B. Feldstein. The Monsters!, script by Bill Gaines (co-plot) and Albert B. Feldstein (co-plot, script), pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Joe Orlando; Aliens deposit their mutant births on Earth which, to them, appear as horrible monsters, but appear as regular human beings to the Earth men. The Rug!, script by Ball Gaines (co-plot) and Albert B. Feldstein (co-plot, script), art by Graham Ingels (as Ghastly); Conrad and his friend Reggie head up to the big woods for some relaxation, as well as going hunting for a grizzly bear. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Shock Suspenstories (1952) 17 GD+ 2.5

Cover oxidation. Water spotting.

Cover art by George Evans. 4-Sided Triangle, script by Carl Wessler, art by Jack Kamen; A farmer tries to molest a retarded girl he keeps to work on the farm as a servant; She tells him that she's got a boyfriend that she sees in the evening. In Character, script by Albert B. Feldstein, art by Reed Crandall; Boris Karloff murders all of his Hollywood contacts after he has been typecast in pictures. Timetable text story by Albert B. Feldstein. The Assassin, script by Carl Wessler, art by George Evans; An assassin unknowingly pursues his mark backstage of a theater and kills the man just before the curtain rises. The Operation, script by Albert B. Feldstein, art by Joe Orlando; A diamond thief surgeon cuts open his two goons to smuggle diamonds into the country in their bodies. Letter to the editor from E. Nelson Bridwell. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Shogun Warriors (1979) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4491219025

Part 1 of 6 - "Raydeen!" Story by Doug Meonch. Art by Herb Trimpe and Dan Green. Introducing the Guardians of Freedom - the Shogun Warriors. Massive engines of power, forged by the technology of the future, and piloted by the bravest heroes the world has ever known. In the first exciting issue Raydeen battles the colossal might of Rok-Korr! 32 pages, FC NOTE: 1st Marvel Comics appearance of Raydeen, Dangard Ace, and Combatra Cover price $0.35.

Showcase (1956-1978) 49 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4499605001

Cover art by Lee Elias. "The Fury of the Fiery Avenger," script by Bob Haney, art by Lee Elias; Johnny Blake has been missing for several years, and while trailing him, Cave and his band encounter a fiery giant deep inside earth. Sgt. Rock's Prize Battle Tales ad. "Give and Take" public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff; The children take some broken and unused toys to Mr. Craig, who helps them to repair them and they then donate them to charity uses. The Doom Patrol ad. Ollie humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Challengers of the Unknown ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Showcase (1956-1978) 60 CGC 4.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #4473819002

Cover art by Murphy Anderson. The Spectre makes his first 1st Silver Age appearance in the book-length tale War That Shook the Universe, script by Gardner Fox, art by Murphy Anderson; The Spectre confronts the evil Azmodus, who has taken over the body of Paul Nevers. Little Pete humor half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Origin of the Spectre by Julius Schwartz, art by Bernard Baily; One-page text feature tells the origin of the Spectre. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Showcase (1956-1978) 73 GD 2.0

Centerfold detached and two additional center wraps detached at one staple.

Cover art by Steve Ditko. 1st appearance of the Creeper in The Coming of the Creeper!, script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Don Segall (Dialogue), art by Steve Ditko; Professor Yatz is kidnapped by "Reds"; Jack Ryder, mouthy TV host, is fired, then hired as a security investigator; He buys odds and ends for a bizarre costume for Devlin's society ball; He's stabbed and thrown in Yatz; Yatz hides his inventions: a molecular transmitter goes in the wound, and a healing serum in his veins. A Strange Tale Told by the Creeper filler page, art by Morris Waldinger. Ad for Action Comics #360, an 80-Page Giant featuring Supergirl, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. Meet the Men Behind the Creeper; bios of Steve Ditko and Don Segall. Ad for the Enemy Ace, art by Joe Kubert. Ad for Ditko's Hawk and the Dove. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Showcase (1956-1978) 75 VG+ 4.5

Cover art by Steve Ditko. Ad for Secret Six #2 and Brave & Bold 78. 1st appearance of the Hawk and the Dove in Prologue (Table of Contents), script by Steve Skeates and Steve Ditko, art by Steve Ditko; At Elmond University, in a small college town, pro-war and peace demonstrators face off; Caught squarely in the middle are Don and Hank Hall, brothers, a "dove" and a "hawk"; They argue about compromise, force, and rights as a riot breaks out and police rush in. Chapter 1, In the Beginning..., script by Steve Skeates (script) and Steve Ditko (plot suggestions), art by Steve Ditko; In a small college town in Elmond County...; In court, Judge Hall senteces Mr. Dargo, a racketeer, to jail; He vows "my boys" will get revenge; In chambers, Don and Hank argue about compromise vs. violence. Angel and the Ape ad. Chapter II, A Voice...a Voice..., script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Steve Skeates (script), art by Steve Ditko; Hank spots "The man who threw the bomb!"; The boys follow into an abandoned building, but are trapped. House ad for 80-Page Giant Superman #207, 30th Anniversary Issue, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Neal Adams. Chapter III, The Birds Fly!, script by Steve Skeates (script) and Steve Ditko (plot suggestions), art by Steve Ditko; Costumed, Hawk and Dove burst in on mobsters come to kill Judge Hall in the hospital. Article in which Dick Giordano introduces himself, and The Hawk and the Dove, and the political terms, citing Viet Nam. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Showcase Lot of 4

Issues 16, 21, 26, 38 of Showcase (1956-1978). Most will grade in the FR to GD range.

Silk (2021 Marvel) 1A CGC 9.6 Stonehouse

Paper: White

Label #3883071012

Written by Maurene Goo. Art by Takeshi Miyazawa. Cover by Stonehouse. By day Cindy Moon is an intrepid reporter for the upstart new media empire Threats & Menaces under her old boss, J. Jonah Jameson. By night, she's Silk, crime fighting super hero! But those worlds are about to collide, as an investigation into a series of gangland murders puts Silk and everyone she loves in danger! Who is this powerful new player in New York's underworld, where did she come from, and what is she doing with that strange cat demon? It will take all of Cindy's prowess as reporter and hero to find the answers…and stay alive! Written by Maurene Goo (I Believe in a Thing Called Love) and drawn by Takeshi Miyazawa (RUNAWAYS, GHOST SPIDER), Cindy is on assignment, and nothing can stop her! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) 1 VG- 3.5

1/2" Spine split from bottom.

"The Origin of the Silver Surfer!" Cameos by the Incredible Hulk, Doctor Doom, and the Fantastic Four. Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Many years ago, in order to prevent the total annihilation of his civilization and homeworld, Norrin Radd bargained with the Devourer of Worlds. Imbued with the Power Cosmic, he became the Silver Surfer and Herald of Galactus. However, on the fateful day he arrived on Earth, for love of humanity, he betrayed his master, and thus was cursed to never traverse the space-ways again. This is his story. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Wonder of the Watcher!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Syd Shores. 68-page giant. Cover price $0.25.

Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) 2 VG- 3.5

1.5" Spine split from bottom.

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"When Lands the Saucer!" Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Exiled to planet Earth by his former master, Galactus, the Silver Surfer, a being empowered with the Power Cosmic itself, finds he cannot penetrate the invisible barrier which the Devourer of Worlds has encompassed the planet with. However, this barrier does not prevent others from beyond the stars from coming to Earth and wrecking havoc. Thus, when a malevolent race of aliens descend upon the unsuspecting citizens of Earth, only the Silver Surfer possesses the power to stop them. Includes the Watcher back-up "The Coming of the Krills!" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Paul Reinman. 68 pages Cover price $0.25.

Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) 3 FN- 5.5

1st appearance of Mephisto. "The Power and the Prize!" Written by Stan Lee. Art and cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. The valiant Silver Surfer comes face-to-face with the sinister creature who would go on to become his greatest adversary and one of the greatest forces for evil in the Marvel Universe, Mephisto! When the Lord of the Underworld kidnaps Shalla Bal, Norrin Radd has no choice but to venture into the stygian depths and face the devil himself to save the woman he loves. Includes the Watcher back-up "Why Won't They Believe Me?" Story by Stan Lee. Art by Gene Colan and Paul Reinman. Letter to the editor from comic writer Tony Isabella. 68-page giant. Cover price $0.25.

Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) 4 VG- 3.5

"The Good, the Bad, and the Uncanny!" Guest-starring Thor. Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Buscema and Sal Buscema. Cover by John Buscema. When the Silver Surfer ventures to fabled Asgard, home of the Norse Gods, a misunderstanding sets the Sentinel of the Spaceways against the mighty God of Thunder. It's the Power Cosmic vs. godly might. It's Thor vs. the Silver Surfer in a battle that will truly shake the heavens! Includes the Watcher back-up "The Terror of Tim Boo Ba." Story by Stan Lee. Art by Howard Purcell and Paul Reinman. Low distribution. 68-page giant. Cover price $0.25.

Silver Surfer (1982) 1-Shot 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: Off white

Direct Edition.

Label #21-248D6B1-023

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Cover by John Byrne and Tom Palmer. Escape--To Terror!, script by John Byrne and Stan Lee, art by John Byrne and Tom Palmer; The FF help Surfer break the barrier of Galactus, ending his exile on earth & granting him the freedom to roam the spaceways once again; The Surfer returns to Zenn-La to reunite with his love Shalla-Bal but finds that after he betrayed Galactus on earth, the world eater devastated his home world in retaliation; Informed by the survivors that Shalla-Bal was captured by the demon Mephisto, the Surfer flies back to earth & battles the monster in his own realm for her freedom; Beaten but still victorious, Mephisto returns Shalla-Bal to her home world while the Surfer is again trapped on earth. 52 pgs., full color. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 59 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4494523007

Infinity Gauntlet Crossover. "Field of Honor!" Guest-starring Adam Warlock, Doctor Strange, Hulk, Thor, Drax, Firelord, and Doctor Doom. Story by Ron Marz. Art by Tom Raney, Tom Christopher and Mike Witherby. Cover by Ron Lim. Story continued from Infinity Gauntlet #5. Nebula, the scared granddaughter of Thanos, is now in possession of the Infinity Gauntlet and she poses an even greater threat to the universe than the Mad Titan did. Now, the Silver Surfer and Thanos must settle their score in a mystical duel one of them may not survive. If one of them should fall so too might the universe. Story continues in Infinity Gauntlet #6. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Silver Surfer (2003 3rd Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0632025055

Written by DAN CHARITON & STACY WEISS Penciled by LAN MEDINA Cover by PAOLO RIVERA "REVELATION" PART 8 (OF 8) Finally willing to make the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the Earth, the Silver Surfer battles a power far greater than himself. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605439-01411 Cover price $2.99.

Silver Surfer Black #1 IG Comic Store Variant Cover Print by Scott Williams

High quality print on heavy, pearlescent stock. 11" x 17", full color.

Silver Surfer Black #1 IG Comic Store Variant Cover Print by Scott Williams

High quality print on heavy, pearlescent stock. 11" x 17", full color.

Silver Surfer Black (2019 Marvel) 1COMICMINT.A CGC 9.8 Yoon Comic Mint Variant

Paper: White

Comic Mint Edition

Label #4183735010

Comic Mint exclusive variant by Junggeun Yoon. Written by Donny Cates. Art by Tradd Moore. Spinning out of GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #1, almost the entire galaxy's defenders have been blown through a black hole, including the Silver Surfer! But the story doesn't end there… In order to fight back the oblivion, Surfer will have to fight to save his own soul and not lose himself to the void. Follow the Sentinel of the Spaceways on a journey that will change him forever! From superstars Donny Cates (VENOM, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) and Tradd Moore (ALL-NEW GHOST RIDER, VENOM)! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Silver Surfer Bound Volume 1

Post-manufacturer hardcover-bound volume including Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) issues 1-7. Comics inside are cut down for binding and grades mostly in VG-GD range, with issue #6 grading PR (INCOMPLETE. Piece missing, interrupts art and story). Hardcover is in solid condition with light smudges. Outer spine labeled "Silver Surfer Vol. 1. Home-printed dust jackets included.

Silver Surfer Bound Volume 2

Post-manufacturer hardcover-bound volume including Silver Surfer (1968 1st Series) issues 8-18. Comics inside are cut down for binding and grades mostly in VG-GD range. Hardcover is in solid condition with notable smudges and light scuffing. Outer spine labeled "Silver Surfer Vol. 2." Home-printed dust jackets included.

Silver Surfer Ghost Light (2023 Marvel) 1BTC.A CGC 9.8 Dell'Otto BTC Variant

Paper: White

Dell'Otto Variant Cover

Label #4228816018

Big Time Collectibles and Comic Grail Exclusive Cover by Gabriele Dell'Otto. Written by John Jennings. Art by Valentine De Landro. Toni Brooks and her family have moved into the quiet town of Sweetwater. But nothing is quite what it seems in their new home. What mystery did Toni and her family unravel that would call upon the Sentinel of the Spaceways - the Silver Surfer?! And just who, or what, is GHOST LIGHT? Eisner Award winner JOHN JENNINGS and artist VALENTINE DE LANDRO (Bitch Planet) introduce a new Marvel super hero over 50 years in the making! 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Silver Surfer Lot of 10

Issues 26, 28, 51, 53, 67, 72, 74, 81, and 85 of Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series); and 6U of Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) Annual. Most will grade in the FN range.

Silver Surfer Lot of 3

Issues 2D, 2N of Silver Surfer (1988 Marvel/Epic - Limited Series); and Super-Villain Classics Galactus the Origin (1983 Marvel) 1D. Most will grade in the FN/VF to VF/NM range.

Silver Surfer Rebirth (2022 Marvel) 4C CGC 9.8 Ferry Variant

Paper: White

Ferry Variant Cover

Label #4067390007

Written by Ron Marz. Art by Ron Lim. Cover by Pasqual Ferry. JACK'S BACK! Surfer and Thanos are getting closer to retrieving the Reality Gem… …but not if Jack of Hearts has anything to say about it! But who…or what…is possessing Jack to attack his silver friend?! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Simpsons Comics (1993 Bongo) 1A CGC 9.8 Direct Poster Included

Paper: White

Slab: Significant front/back scuff(s)

Label #4446528007

Regular Edition with "Giant Simpsons pull-out poster." Creepy Crawly Tales flip-book. Cover art by Bill Morrison. The Amazing Colossal Homer, script by Steve Vance (plot and script) and Cindy Vance (plot), pencils by Steve Vance (layouts) and Bill Morrison (finishes), inks by Bill Morrison and Tim Bavington; Mr. Burns tests his Rejuvenator Ray on Homer Simpson, resulting in Homer growing to colossal proportions. The Collector!, script by Steve Vance, pencils by Steve Vance (layouts) and Sondra Roy, inks by Bill Morrison; The Collector accidently locks himself in his comic vault when the butler goes away for the weekend, and must burn his precious comic collection to avoid freezing to death. 36 pgs. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Simpsons Comics and Stories (1993) 1D.U CGC 9.6 Groening Unbagged Variant

Paper: White

Label #3978202003

Direct Edition. $2.95 cover price. Not polybagged, poster may or may not be included. Story and art by Steve Vance and Bill Morrison. 40 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

Six Million Dollar Man (1976 comic) 1 FN+ 6.5

Comic book version of the popular 1970s TV adventures of Steve Austin, the bionic super-hero. Issue features "The Beginning" which tells the origin of the Six Million Dollar Man and "The Secret Web" in which Steve Austin investigates evil-doings in China, and a two-page text story "No Way Out." Stories by Joe Gill & art by Joe Staton. Cover price $0.30.

Six Shots of Utopia Portfolio by Mike Hoffman (2000) NN NM- 9.2

#119/1100. Prints are still sealed in shrinkwrap inside of the envelope.

Limited to 1100 copies. Contains six 8 1/2" x 11" B&W plates featuring images from Hoffman's Ballad of Utopia series. Includes protective sleeve.

Skull Comics (1970 Rip Off Press/Last Gasp) #1, 1st Printing VG+ 4.5

Water spotting.

1st printing. Stories and Art by Greg Irons, Dave Sheridan, Jack Jackson, Fred Schrier, and Rory Hayes. Classic Underground Horror/Humor comic inspired by classic EC Comic Tales. 7-in. x 10 1/4-in., 36 pages, B&W, MATURE READERS NOTE: Printing Very Difficult to determine. 1st and 2nd Printings have a printing defect on Story Page 7 of the story "The Answer" (pg15) in which the word "Decadence" is partially covered. This is Corrected in the 3rd Printings. Further, 1st Printings are slightly taller than 2nd printings, and the art on issue pages 20-29 is tilted due to incorrect printing alignment of 1st Printings. Cover price $0.50.

Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 1E NM- 9.2 Dani Variant 3rd Printing

3rd Printing. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Dani. GLAAD Award-winning writer James Tynion IV (Memetic, Batman: Detective Comics) teams with artist Werther Dell'Edera (Briggs Land) for an all-new limited series about staring into the abyss to find your worst fears staring back. When the children of Archer's Peak begin to go missing, everything seems hopeless. Most children never return, but the ones that do have terrible stories-impossible stories of terrifying creatures that live in the shadows. Their only hope of finding and eliminating the threat is the arrival of a mysterious stranger, one who believes the children and claims to see what they can see. Her name is Erica Slaughter. She kills monsters. That is all she does, and she bears the cost because it MUST be done. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 1F NM- 9.2 Garbett Variant 4th Printing

4th Printing. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Cover by Lee Garbett. GLAAD Award-winning writer James Tynion IV (Memetic, Batman: Detective Comics) teams with artist Werther Dell'Edera (Briggs Land) for an all-new limited series about staring into the abyss to find your worst fears staring back. When the children of Archer's Peak begin to go missing, everything seems hopeless. Most children never return, but the ones that do have terrible stories-impossible stories of terrifying creatures that live in the shadows. Their only hope of finding and eliminating the threat is the arrival of a mysterious stranger, one who believes the children and claims to see what they can see. Her name is Erica Slaughter. She kills monsters. That is all she does, and she bears the cost because it MUST be done. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 36ARTGERM.B CGC 9.8 SS Artgerm

Paper: White

Stanley "Artgerm" Lau Authenticated Autograph Artgerm Collectibles Edition

Label #4473534003

Artgerm Collectibles Exclusive Spot Foil Cover by Stanley 'Artgerm' Lau. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Something is Killing the Children returns to reveal more of Erica Slaughter's formative past, set before the Archer's Peak saga. A perfect starting point for new readers and die hard Slaughterverse fans alike, each standalone issue of this arc highlights Erica's appearance in five different American towns, chronicling her journey that forged her into the unparalleled monster hunter she is today. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+

Something Is Killing the Children (2019 Boom) 37ARTGERM NM 9.4

Signed by Leirix. Includes certificate for the book itself (numbered 246/400) but it does not mention the signature.

Artgerm Collectibles Exclusive Cover by Leirix - Limited to 400 Copies. Written by James Tynion IV. Art by Werther Dell'Edera. Years before the foundational Archer's Peak Saga, this standalone story continues the formative look at Erica Slaughter's early days before she became the hunter she is now! When encountering a species of monster she's unfamiliar with killing, what lessons will this young hunter learn as she faces a foe that could finally outwit her? 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Son of Origins of Marvel Comics HC (1975 Fireside) 1-1ST FN 6.0

Fireside Book Series

1st printing. Collects Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011) 1st Series #1, Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #39 and 97, Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1, Daredevil (1964 1st Series) #1 and 47, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #135, Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #13, and Silver Surfer (1968-1970 1st Series) #1.

Written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Bill Everett, and John Buscema. Cover by John Romita, Sr.

This volume in the amazing Marvel Origins series (Origins of Marvel Comics TPB, Bring on the Bad Guys TPB, Superhero Women TPB) collects the origin tales of - the Uncanny X-Men, the Invincible Iron Man, the Mighty Avengers, Daredevil the Man Without Fear, Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., the enigmatic Watcher, and the Silver Surfer, Sentinel of the Spaceways.

Hardcover, 260 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

Son of Origins of Marvel Comics TPB (1975 Fireside) 1-1ST VG/FN 5.0

Fireside Book Series

1st printing. Collects Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011) 1st Series #1, Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #39 and 97, Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1, Daredevil (1964 1st Series) #1 and 47, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #135, Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #13, and Silver Surfer (1968-1970 1st Series) #1.

Written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Bill Everett, and John Buscema. Cover by John Romita, Sr.

This volume in the amazing Marvel Origins series (Origins of Marvel Comics TPB, Bring on the Bad Guys TPB, Superhero Women TPB) collects the origin tales of - the Uncanny X-Men, the Invincible Iron Man, the Mighty Avengers, Daredevil the Man Without Fear, Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., the enigmatic Watcher, and the Silver Surfer, Sentinel of the Spaceways.

Softcover, 254 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

Son of Satan (1975) 2 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4499611017

In chapter 2 of "The Homecoming," Daimon Hellstrom faces the unholy power of the Professor in "The Possession." Script by John Warner, art by Sonny Trinidad. Letters to the editor from comics writer Peter Gillis and Eclipse Comics publisher Dean Mullaney. Spider-Man stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "The Kidnap Caper." 32 pages. Tom Palmer cover inks (Rich Buckler cover pencils?). Cover price $0.25.

Son of Satan (1975) 4 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4499611019

Cover pencils by Rich Buckler, inks by Frank Giacoia. "Cloud of Witness!", script by John Warner, pencils by Craig Russell (layouts) and Sonny Trinidad (finished art), inks by Sonny Trinidad; Having sold the remains of his property at Fire Lake and accepting a position at District University, Daimon Hellstrom arrives there and is welcomed by Saripha Thames; As Daimon is shown to his room, District University professor Dr. Brain Anderson continues to research into Daimon's background, to determine if he's made the correct choice; That night while sleeping, Daimon is visited by a being known as Proffit, the Celestial Fool; Proffit, being an oracle, shows Daimon a vision of the future involving the Egyptian god Anibus. Believing it an attack, Daimon defends himself. Mighty Marvel Checklist. Stan Lee's Soapbox. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

Son of Satan (1975) 6 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4499611020

Cover pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Joe Sinnott. "House of Elements!", script by John Warner, pencils by Ed Hannigan (breakdowns) and Sonny Trinidad (finished art), inks by Sonny Trinidad; While teaching his first class at District Univeristy, Daimon's nervousness causes his Darksoul to briefly manifest; Getting back under control he dismisses the event as simple stage magic; Later that day, he would meet with Saripha and back at her home, they would reveal their true natures, Saripha telling Daimon that she is a Wiccan; Daimon would then go to visit the home picked out for him by Silas Warden; There he would be attacked by illusions of demons and undines. 36 pgs., full color. $0.30. Cover price $0.30.

Sonic the Hedgehog (1992) # 1/4 1-2ND VG/FN 5.0

2nd Printing. 2nd appearance of Sonic. Sonic The Hedgehog (1992) # 1/4 was distributed with the Sega game as a preview of issue of the Archie #0 from 1992 mini-series. Full color, 8 pages. Art by Scott Shaw. NOTE: Sonic the Hedgehog Mini-Comic (1991 Sega) was the 1st appearance of Sonic.

Sonic the Hedgehog (1993 Archie) 2 FN+ 6.5

Cover art by Dave Manak. Triple Trouble; Robotnik develops a new robot adversary for Sonic: a robot monkey who throws explosive coconuts. In The Beginning; Sonic presents humorous examples of rejected Sonic concepts. Vertigo A-Go-Go; While collecting magic rings, Sonic is transported to a strange dimension inhabited by two even stranger beings. All The Mail's About Tails. Scripts by Michael Gallagher, pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Inspired by the Sega Genesis videogame. Cover price $1.25.

Sonic the Hedgehog (1993 Archie) 3 VF+ 8.5

Cover pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino. The Bomb Bugs Me! Tails Fairy Tales. Double Speak! Paper Trail! Rabbit Deployment! Rabbit Deployment! Scripts by Michael Gallagher, pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino. Archie and the Gang Tell Us About Recycling Plastic Containers public service announcement starring Archie, Betty, and Veronica. Inspired by the Sega Genesis videogame. 36 pgs. $1.25. Cover price $1.50.

Sonic the Hedgehog (1993 Archie) 39D VF 8.0

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Pat Spaziante [as Spaz], inks by Harvey Mercadoocasio [as HARVO]. Rage Against The Machine, script by Michael Gallagher, pencils by Pat Spaziante, inks by Brian Thomas; Sonic is ambushed and delivered to Dr. Robotnik, where he's roboticized into Mecha-Sonic. This story continues in Sonic & Knuckles: Mecha Madness #1. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.