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February 24, 2022
Remembering Hardware and the Start of Milestone!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 335, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 335…
Cool Comics Stuff!
Hogan’s Alley issue number 23 has arrived! Billed as the magazine of the cartoon arts, lovers of comic books, comic strips, and cartoons deeply appreciate this fantastically produced annual from Tom Heintjes. Each year I look forward to this special publication, and I can’t wait to start reading my copy, which is packed with over 140 pages. Make sure to click on the name and visit the website, which is full of great history of the medium and eye-catching art. And while you’re there, consider subscribing to Hogan’s Alley so that you don’t miss any future issues.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is 3-D Man versus Hardware! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
[image error]Space, the final frontier… This week our Cool Comics Creation features sketch cards from a Star Trek trading card series, courtesy of illustrator Dan Gorman, a member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the top sketch card artists on the planet! Whether you prefer to see the Enterprise soaring through the Alpha Quadrant or discuss the Rules of Acquisition with the Ferengi, these cards deserve to Live long and prosper! For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
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#1691 — Fictionauts #1, Red 5 Comics, February 2022.
When I saw Fictionauts offered in Previews a few months ago, I immediately knew I wanted to get this. With mention in the description of Moby Dick and other ties to literature, I was intrigued. What I didn’t know is that this comic book, which is number 1 of 3, was originally published as a single volume in 2012 from a company named Studio 407. I’m not overly happy about a couple images just inside the cover, and a tiny bit of the language doesn’t make it an all-ages adventure, but still, when you discover sea monkeys straight out of comic book ads in the story, I wasn’t disappointed. Fictionauts requires your complete attention while reading, so keep that in mind. Will it be successful enough that more will come out after the advertised three issues? The nonfiction team that put together Fictionauts includes Mauro Mantella (script), Leandro Rizzo (art), Marcelo Blanco (color), and Alvaro Papagiani (cover). The cover price of Fictionauts # is $3.95, while the current value is $4.
#1692 — Marvel Premiere #36, Marvel, June 1977.
Are you a fan of the 3-D Man? He’s not someone I was familiar with while reading this, so I did a little digging and discovered that while this comic features the first iteration of 3-D Man (Charles and Hal Chandler), there was a second 3-D Man (Delroy Garrett, Jr.). Further investigation led me to the conclusion that my mind can’t contain all the comic book characters I’ve experienced over the many decades I’ve been reading, because, as it turns out, I’ve read/owned several other titles that include versions of 3-D Man. While it would be cool if I owned Marvel Premiere #35, which is the debut of the character, this issue features his origin, and I snagged it out of a quarter bin (the condition isn’t great, and there is a small chunk of back cover missing…but the price was right). The mighty Marvel Premiere team consists of Roy Thomas (author/editor), Jim Craig (illustrator), Dave Hunt (inker), George Roussos (colorist), Joe Rosen (letterer), Gil Kane (cover pencils), Joe Sinnott (cover inks), and Don Glut (plotting assist). The cover price of Marvel Premiere #36 is 30¢, while the current value is $8.
#1693 — Dungeon is Back, NBM, August 2021.
I’m running out of episodes until the next batch of Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issues come out, so for the first time since I started including each issue, this year, due to all kinds of worldwide weirdness, I won’t be. And that’s okay, because I’m not all that happy with a few of the more mature oriented FCBD offerings. And while Dungeon is Back made the cut, I’m still unsure of what I thought of it. It was mostly okay for all ages, but certainly not entirely. Was it good? Was it funny? Was it French? Yes, it’s a French comic book. If you read this and love it, great. I’m glad you found something you love. As for me, I wasn’t so enamored. But if they include another issue in FCBD 2022 (coming in May), I’ll read it. Dungeon is Back is brought to us from Joann Sfar (writer), Lewis Trondheim (writer), Boulet (artist, cover artist), Joe Johnson (translation), and Ortho (letterer). The cover price of Dungeon is Back is free, while the current value is $1.
#1694 — Goofy Adventures #1, Disney Comics, June 1990.
If you’re a fan of Disney and comic books, you possibly have this one in your collection. After years of publishing comics via other companies, Disney finally put out their own titles! This issue was a gift from someone, and free beats everything. There are two stories between the covers, and the second, Goofy Frankenstein, makes me glad I own a copy. The story Balboa de Goofy was written by Mike Kazaleh, with art by Rick Hoover and colors by Tom Luth. Goofy Frankenstein was written by Greg Crosby, with art by Hector De Urtiaga and Nestor Torreiro, and colors by Janice Cohen. Cover credits belong to Rick Hoover (pencils, inks) and Gail Bailey (colors). The editor was David Seidman. The cover price of Goofy Adventures #1 is $1.50, while the current values are $3 on CBR and $5 on ZKC.
#1695 — Hardware #1, DC/Milestone, April 1993.
Not only was Hardware the first title from by Milestone (published and distributed by DC), but it’s also the Milestone comic book that lasted the longest, running 50 issues. I bought this in the original bag, and I opened it way back when I acquired it. Inside the comic, just above the indicia, we are told that it was polybagged with a poster, a backing board, one trading card, and one 4-part set of a 16-piece mural. All I’m missing is the bag and the trading card (although the card may be in a box somewhere in my basement). I bought a lot of Milestone comics in the Nineties, mostly from discount boxes. I probably have over half of all they published during this original run, and if I’m able to, I’ll someday complete my collection. The creative talents that brought us this first issue of Hardware are Dwayne McDuffie (writer, editor), Denys Cowen (penciller, cover), Jimmy Palmiotti (inker, cover), Noelle Giddings (color artist, cover), and Janice Chiang (letterer). The cover price of Hardware #1 is $2.95, while the current values are $6 on CBR (bagged; unbagged is listed at $5) and $10 on ZKC.
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February 17, 2022
This Week’s Comics are Right on Targitt!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 334, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 334…
Cool Comics Stuff!While the deadline for Kolchak: The Night Stalker – 50th Anniversary Graphic Novel on Kickstarter has come to a close, the good news is that they are still taking late pledges! Fans, if you missed out on this while it was live, be sure to click the link, explore your options, be amazed at the lineup of creators, and make your pledge soon.
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Jonah Hex versus Targitt! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
He’s big, he’s mean, and he’s very green! It’s the Hulk, comic book fans, straight from the “incredible” artistic tools of Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK). This rampaging RAKified version is perfectly paired with our Modern-Day Cool Comic below, as the Maestro visits Cool Comics. Robert A. Kraus, known around the globe as the creator of Chakan, the forever man, is a great friend to Cool Comics and we love showing off his amazing art. Be sure to check out all the other fantastic art, games, illustrated novellas, and comics at RAK’s website.
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#1686 — Maestro: World War M #1, Marvel, April 2022.
Comic book legend Peter David is at it again with this terrifyingly tough futuristic version of the Hulk, better known as Maestro. Recently, David told fans on Facebook about some difficult medical issues he’s facing, and Cool Comics wishes him nothing but the best. If you’re a fan of Peter’s stories, this is a limited series you don’t want to miss out on! It takes a Hulk-sized team to bring this magnificent Maestro comic to us, and we want to thank the following: Peter David (writer); Germán Peralta (artist); Jesus Aburtov (color artist); Pasqual Ferry (opening scene artist); Matt Hollingsworth (opening scene color artist); VC’s Ariana Maher (letter); Carlos Pacheco, Rafael Fonteriz & Jesus Aburtov (cover artists); George Pérez (recap page art); Carlos Lao (designer); Kaitlyn Lindtvedt (assistant editor); and Will Moss with Alanna Smith (editors). The cover price of Maestro: World War M #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5.
#1687 — Jonah Hex #31, DC, December 1979.
My knowledge of Jonah Hex is sorely lagging, as my collection contains just 11 issues (this includes both the titles Jonah Hex and Hex), and, so far, I’ve read just two of them. I believe Jonah has popped up in other DC comics I’ve read over the years, but I certainly need to experience more, because I like the stories. And believe me, I’m always watchful for this unusual western hero whenever I’m searching through discount boxes. The super Seventies creators that brought us this exciting issue include Michael Fleisher (writer), Luis Dominguez (artist), Ben Oda (letterer), Bob LeRose (colorist), and Ross Andru (editor). The cover price of Jonah Hex #31 is 40¢, while the current values are $22 on CBR and $16 on ZKC.
#1688 — Who Sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?: Rosa Parks, Penguin Workshop, August 2021.
If you enjoy history, this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) preview is so good that you may find yourself trying to get your hands on the entire story found in the graphic novel. It’s Black History Month, and this FCBD issue possibly contains more about the real-life incident then you’ve ever heard or learned. By now you may think that I work for Penguin Workshop, the way I’m promoting this comic book, but the story is fascinating, and it would be a shame if you miss out on it. The fine artists for this piece of history brought to us via the medium of comics are Insha Fitzpatrick (writer), Abelle Hayford (illustrator), and Hanna Schroy (colors). The cover price of Who Sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?: Rosa Parks is free, while the current value is $1.
#1689 — Casper #2, Marvel, May 1997.
When you think of Casper, Harvey Comics comes to mind, doesn’t it? But this issue was published by Marvel. Why? Well, it’s from the Nineties, and the era saw many changes in the world of comics. Regardless of what you think of that time, I enjoyed Knightmare at Harvey Castle, the first of two tales, which takes place mostly in Scotland. The second story, which is only a few pages long, is titled Too Much Fatso! While it wasn’t as good as the first, it was still a cool Casper adventure. Casper creators include Angelo DeCesare (writer), Bill White (penciler), Jorge Pacheco & Ruth Leon (inks), Dan Nakrosis (letterer), and Sid Jacobson (editor). The cover price of Casper #2 isn’t to be found on the cover. A little digging revealed that this was part of a 2-pack. Comic Book Realm has each priced at $1.25, while the current value is $2.
#1690 — Targitt #1, Atlas/Seaboard, May 1975.
One of my collecting goals is adding all the Atlas/Seaboard titles to my collection, and I’m getting mighty close (except for Vicki). And part of the fun is reading one of these issues every few months so that I can include them here in Cool Comics. I liked this story about an FBI agent and the steps he takes after a family tragedy. It reminded me a bit of both James Bond and the Punisher, and I hope the next couple issues are just as exciting. This Atlas/Seaboard original (it must be, as the cover proclaims, All New No Reprint) reached newsstands in 1975, thanks to Ric Meyers (script), Howard Nostrand (pencils, inks), John Duffy (letters), Jon D’Agostino (plotter), Dick Giordano (cover artist) and Jeffrey Rovin (editor). The cover price of Targitt #1 is 25¢, while the current values are $18 on CBR and $9 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
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February 10, 2022
Power Man and Iron Fist Starring in … Bayport Vice?!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 333, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 333…
Cool Comics Stuff!Typically, Cool Comics includes just one Modern-Day Cool Comic each episode. Sometimes it’s difficult to decide which to include out of my weekly pulls, and sometimes it’s easy. I try to achieve a balance for the blog each week, usually including at least one Marvel and one DC, and often one of those two end up as a Modern-Day selection. And sometimes when another few issues come out that I really enjoy, I give them mention right here in Cool Comics Stuff!
I’d been looking forward to Geiger 80-Page Giant #1 since I saw it solicited in Previews, and though the comic was supposed to come out in November, it was worth the wait. If you’ve been reading Geiger, perhaps you are as excited as I am about this issue, including a look at things to come from this Universe, including Junkyard Joe and Redcoats! If you missed this last week, I strongly recommend picking up a copy.
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Power Man versus Moon Knight! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.\
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode, Cool Comics shows off the fast-flying Falcon, thanks to Ed Griffie! Ed is a lifelong comic book fan who started drawing Kawaii and Chibi style versions of pop culture icons and superheroes about five years ago. Through Facebook, his work came to the attention of Daniel Hare, the owner of vintage toy and comic bookstore The Toys Time Forgot, who offered him a guest spot at Free Comic Book Day. Since then, Ed has been a regular at local conventions and comic bookstores, where he offers bookmarks, coloring pages, trading cards, and color prints featuring his unique artwork. You can check out his full catalog of work at toonist27.deviantart.com or contact him at edgriffiejr@gmail.com to commission an original piece of your very own.
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#1681 — Monkey Prince #1, DC, April 2022.
When I was a kid, my favorite anime movie was Alakazam the Great (ATG). And it was probably the only anime movie that I knew of at the time, although I was also fan of the cartoons Kimba, the White Lion and Speed Racer. What I didn’t know when I was young about ATG is that it’s based on Journey to the West, a 16th Century Chinese novel. As a kid, it was a big deal for me when ATG aired on TV (yup, this is before DVRs, recordable DVD players, and even VHS/Betamax video cassette recorders). My memory may be playing tricks, but it seems that I can recall a TV station showing it on Thanksgiving Day when I was quite young. There have been other versions in different media based on Journey to the West over the years, but ATG remains my favorite. All of which perfectly explains why I had to add the debut issue of Monkey Prince to my collection. If you weren’t sure whether or not to try it, you may want to add it just because the setting is Gotham City, and a few familiar capes are included. Monkey Prince is brought to us by Gene Luen Yang (writer), Bernard Chang (artist, cover), Sebastian Cheng (colorist, cover), Janice Chiang (letterer), Ben Abernathy (group editor), and Jessica Chen (editor). The cover price of Monkey Prince #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4. The Key Collector Comics value is also $4.
#1682 — Power Man and Iron Fist #70, Marvel, June 1981.
Luke Cage (aka Power Man) is one of my favorite comic book characters, so I had to make sure to pay tribute to him during Black History Month. And for many of us well-seasoned veterans of comic book culture, Power Man and Iron Fist holds a special place in our hearts. This fun story that I plucked straight out of a quarter bin might have you wondering, at first glance through the pages, if the TV show Miami Vice had some fashion influence on the comic, but the show didn’t debut until 1984, so perhaps we need to reverse the thought…could it be? Okay, it takes place in Bayport, Florida, which is about a five-hour drive from Miami and happens to be on the west coast. Still, after reading this issue, it sort of makes you wonder. By the way, I didn’t watch Miami Vice, but I’ve seen bits and pieces. From my vantage point, Power Man and Iron Fist are far more entertaining. The creators of this issue of Power Man and Iron Fist include Mary Jo Duffy (writer), Kerry Gammill (penciler), Ricardo Villamonte and Friends (inkers), Jim Novak (letterer), Ben Sean (colorist), Dennis O’Neil (editor), and Jim Shooter (vizier). The cover price of Power Man and Iron Fist #70 is 50¢, while the current value is $6.
#1683 — Gloomhaven: A Hole in the Wall, Source Point Press, August 2021.
Perhaps it would have been helpful to better understand what’s going on in this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue if I’d done a little research before reading it. And this is often the case when we try new companies and comic titles. We buy it (or get it for FCBD), pull it out of our stack to see what it’s about, and then end up being a bit lost. It’s based on a game (okay, so maybe you already knew that), and just learning this helped me a bit, even after the fact. When it comes to gaming, I may be clueless when it comes to Gloomhaven, but watch out if you dare take me on in Yahtzee or Sequence! Gloomhaven was created by Isaac Childres (editor). Other credits go to Travis Mcintire (writer), Tyler Sowles (art), Justin Birch (letters), Nolan Nasser (cover art), Price Johnson (editor), Josh McDowell (logo design), Joshua Werner (color & art assistance), and Phillip Gleason & Jacob Way (assistant editing & research). The cover price of Gloomhaven: A Hole in the Wall is free, while the current value is $1.
#1684 — Yosemite Sam #25, Gold Key, December 1974.
When I was younger, I wasn’t much of a fan of comic books featuring Looney Tunes characters. I pretty much started off my comic book collection with superheroes (mostly Marvel and a few DC “100-Pages for 60¢” issues), and quickly discovered that I also enjoyed Dennis the Menace and Archie Comics. But for me, Bugs Bunny and his pals were better off being viewed on Saturday mornings instead of coming at me in comic books. Yet as we grow, our tastes often change, and now when I pick up one of these old anthology editions, my mind drifts back to those simple, splendid summers of my life (a life in which I didn’t scribble across the bottom of comic book covers, but I bought it for a quarter, so no complaints here). Unfortunately, like so many of these older Gold Key comics, credits weren’t listed, and it’s been difficult to give proper due to the writers and artists. At the Grand Comics Database, only John Langton is listed for one of the stories for both pencils and inks. The cover price of Yosemite Sam #25 is 25¢, while the current values are $16 on CBR and $8 on ZKC.
#1685 — West Coast Avengers #21, Marvel, June 1987.
I’ve never been a big fan of West Coast Avengers…or even Avengers West Coast…but when Moon Knight is on the cover of an old issue tucked away in a quarter box, there’s no doubt that it’s coming home with me. As the cover tells us, this issue sees the West Coast Avengers add a couple heroes to their roster: Doctor Pym and Moon Knight! And with Moon Knight’s upcoming Disney+ streaming series, I’m glad I grabbed this before it disappears from shops across the globe! A couple of other personal reasons I enjoy about the addition of this to my collection is that I wasn’t actively buying comics in 1987 (and I love exploring comics periods I missed out on), and 1987 was the year I married my über-cool wife. West Coast Avengers creators consist of Steve Englehart (writer), Al Milgrom (layouts), Joe Sinnott (finishes), Tom Orzechowski (letters), Paul Becton (colors), Mark Gruenwald (editor), and Jim Shooter (chief). The cover price of West Coast Avengers #21 is 75¢, while the current value is $4. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
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February 3, 2022
The Winter Soldier of Kingpin’s Discontent!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 332, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!
Big Bang Adventures is back with another thrilling episode featuring The Whiz Kids! Writer Pedro Angosto sent me an email the other day, letting me know about their newest issue. These four-color thrillers will remind you of the tales of yesteryear (although please take note that a couple panels make this a mature title), providing lots of fun for readers, and I really enjoyed this issue! Other cool creators include Jorge Santamaría (pencils), Juan Moreno (inks), Daniele Caramanico (colors), Adam Pruett (letterer), and Gary Carlson (editor). Big Bang Adventures #14 is available as a hardcopy via print on demand, or if you want it faster, you can go the digital route and save a few dollars. Make sure to click here if you want to experience your very own Big Bang Adventures!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Winter Soldier versus Batman! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation of the venerable Black Panther, current leader of the Avengers, comes from Sydney Walton! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. Syd said he’s been painting covers for a few years now and likes to think that he was one of the first to do so. Syd is always taking commissions, so don’t hesitate to contact him for a cool cover or other fantastic creations. You can find him on Facebook at Syd’s Altruistic Art, or contact him via email at swaltoniii@aol.com.
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#1676 — Devil’s Reign: Winter Soldier #1, Marvel, March 2022.
The newest edition of Back Issue magazine (number 132) is a fun read that covers many of the cool Marvel limited series from the Eighties. And why am I bringing that up in our Modern-Day Cool Comics category? Because Devil’s Reign: Winter Soldier #1 is part of a larger event (Devil’s Reign) that is seeing all sorts of related series sprouting out on comic book stands like kudzu. Today, the limited (or mini) series is a common occurrence. Each week you can find them by the bunches (I guess the imagery here would be grapes!), with each series running for about five issues, and sometimes billed as an event, branching out with many siblings and cousins, not unlike a family tree. In the Eighties they were still a new phenomenon, and caught the attention of many collectors, whereas today, they seem to be the norm, and if you want to collect them all, you need to have deep pockets when it comes to your comic book budget. These days, as time shuffles forward, I’ve found I need to be more discerning when it comes to deciding what to purchase. This issue is a standalone, and I’m satisfied with having added it to my collection. Creators for this issue include Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly (writers), Nico Leon (artist), Felipe Sobreiro (color artist), VC’s Joe Caramagna (letterer), Felipe Massafera (cover artist), and Alanna Smith (editor). The cover price of Devil’s Reign: Winter Soldier #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5.
#1677 — World’s Finest Comics #308, DC, October 1984.
Are you a fan of World’s Finest Comics? The classic team-up of Superman and Batman never grows old for some of us, especially when we can go back to the Bronze Age and enjoy this adventure for a mere quarter. That’s right, this one came straight out of the quarter bin! I’m very fortunate to have a local shop that constantly fills its tables with box after box of cheap, four-color crazy fun! This energizing Eighties adventure comes to us courtesy of Kurt Busiek (writer), George Tuska (penciller), Mark Alexander (inker), Cody (letterer), Mansi Hoolahan (colorist), and Janice Race (editor), with cover credits going to Ed Hannigan (penciler) and Klaus Janson (inker). The cover price of World’s Finest Comics #308 is 75¢, while the current values are $5 on CBR and $3 on ZKC.
#1678 — Space Pirate Captain Harlock, Ablaze, August 2021.
No one likes pirates, do they? They plunder, destroy, capture, kill, and make you walk the plank! I don’t like pirates of the high seas, and I don’t like pirates that sneak through the cold recesses of space. However, I’ve been a fan of the Pirates that sail the three rivers in Pittsburgh, but that’s the only exception I’ll make. And yet…maybe I did like Space Pirate Captain Harlock just a bit. This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue did get me a bit interested in the greater story going on here, but the odds are I’ll never read another of these comics again…unless it crops up once again as an FCBD offering. And if that’s the case, I’ll welcome back Captain Harlock with a friendly “rrrr matey.” This FCBD issue is presented by Leiji Matsumoto (story) Jérôme Alquié (story, art, cover artist), Dezi Sienty (letters), Rodolfo Muraguchi (designer), and Kevin Ketner (editor). The cover price of Space Pirate Captain Harlock is free, while the current value is $1.
#1679 — Casper and… #7, Harvey Comics, December 1988.
I really like this issue of Casper and…, as it features themes from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. If you appreciate Lewis Carroll’s classic tales of mirrors, madness, and Pym particles (okay, Alice didn’t use Pym Particles to change size, but could there be a connection?), it may be worth your while to search for this back issue. I was able to grab this one out of a quarter box, but perhaps the easiest way to add it to your collection is to look through Harvey back issue boxes at your local comic shop, or perhaps your online vendor of choice. It’s unfortunate that so many of these Harvey Comics don’t have proper attribution for all the creators involved, and the best I can do for this issue is to give you the two names I was able to find: Ken Selig and Warren Kremer, who are listed for several of the stories at the Grand Comics Database. Click the link to see what stories they are associated with, along with the names of these fun adventures. The cover price of Casper and…#7 is $1, while the current value is $3.
#1680 — Adventure Comics #439, DC, June 1975.
It’s a bit of a rare occurrence to stumble upon an issue of Adventure Comics in a quarter bin, but that’s exactly how I scored this ultra-cool comic featuring a stellar Spectre story, along with part 3 of a tale featuring Green Arrow and Speedy from an ongoing Seven Soldiers of Victory storyline. As many of you know, the Seventies is my favorite era of comics, and because I rarely read any DC issues during this period, finding them for so cheap is always a special occasion for me. This cool cover is by Jim Aparo (pencils, inks) and Tatjana Wood (colors). Interior credits for The Voice that Doomed…the Spectre include Michael Fleisher (script) and Jim Aparo (pencils, inks, letters), while Father Time’s Inn is brought to us by Joe Samachson (script), Lee Elias (pencils, inks), and Joe Letterese (letters). Joe Orlando and Paul Levitz are listed as editors. The cover price of Adventure Comics #439 is 25¢, while the current value is $45.
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January 27, 2022
Aquaman and Archie Bring Back Memories from the Seventies!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 331, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 331…
Cool Comics Stuff!I received a couple emails earlier this month from Chris Braly of Big Studios about a new Mike Baron Kickstarter, and while I’m a bit late to the game in getting word out, it ends February 4, so you still have time to be a part of this campaign! And since Chris took the time to send me a press release about this unique opportunity, I’m including it in its entirety below.
Marvel’s ‘The Punisher’ Writer Giving Proceeds from New Comic to Help Police & Their Families
Delighted By Outpouring of Police Support, Eisner Winner Mike Baron Launches Second Campaign on Kickstarter
After quickly raising more funding than needed to self-publish his police-focused graphic novel ‘Thin Blue Line,’ Eisner-winning writer Mike Baron and his creative team are moving the project to Kickstarter today to give others a chance to become a backer and get involved in supporting law enforcement in the US.
Among comic book readers, Mike Baron is best known for writing Star Wars, The Flash, Nexus, and The Punisher for Marvel Comics, but this graphic novel may turn out to be one of the only comics he’s ever written to not be available at comic book shops, primarily because every publisher Mike reached out to said that making street cops the hero didn’t align with their business model.
Thankfully Baron’s readers don’t share those concerns. In fact, the response was tremendous.
“I was shocked at how easily we beat our modest crowdfunding goal,” campaign manager Chris Braly says. “Mike’s fans and the law enforcement community really came out in force on Indiegogo. So today we’re expanding the campaign to Kickstarter for 30 days to give anyone just learning about ‘Thin Blue Line’ a chance to own a first printing of what’s destined to be a rare comic book.”
‘Thin Blue Line’ tells the story of two law enforcement officers assigned to guard the mayor amid riots that begin over a police shooting.
“It’s not polemic, and definitely isn’t a cop recruitment book,” Mike Baron says. “It’s just a thrilling action drama, similar in many ways to elements my fans may recall from the five years I wrote Punisher, which were grittier and more realistic than most mainstream superhero comics.”
The book’s penciller, Joseph Arnold, is a full-time police officer, which lends authenticity to the story. Arnold had always hoped to work with Baron but had very personal reasons for wanting to illustrate ‘Thin Blue Line’.
“I was eager to show another side of policing,” Arnold says. “The story emphasizes family, interpersonal dynamics, and shows police officers from many different backgrounds. I hope it has a positive impact on policing. I’ve put my heart into every page.”
The book is complete and is on schedule to go to print in February after the Kickstarter campaign ends. The team has a record of successful campaigns and are anxious to get this into readers’ hands.
“We’re just thankful for the support Thin Blue Line is getting,” Braly says. “Moving to Kickstarter means anyone who wants to get in on a limited print run and support police at the same time can do so.”
Launching on Kickstarter is intended to expand the project’s reach to another unique community of comic fans. As a bonus, the Kickstarter campaign offers a few Kickstarter exclusive perks, including a signed hardcover artists’ edition.
A portion of the profits from ‘Thin Blue Line’ is being donated to three police related programs important to the team and relevant to the story. Adopt a Cop, The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, and the National Fallen Officer Foundation. The campaign also hopes to bring attention to National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day which takes place this Sunday, January 9, 2022.
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Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Bullwinkle & Rocky versus Archie & Jughead! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
[image error]This week our Cool Comics Creation features sketch cards from a Star Wars trading card series, courtesy of illustrator Dan Gorman, a member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the top sketch card artists on the planet! And the force must be strong with all you readers because I can feel—all the way to my house—just how cool you think Dan’s cards look. For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
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#1671 — Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1, Marvel, March 2022.
When I first saw this new retro title in Marvel Previews a few months ago, it didn’t strike me as something I’d add to my pull list. But during my second flip through of the catalog, I had a hard time moving past the cover image featuring the late Captain Mar-Vell. The House of Ideas must be doing well with these recent tales from an age gone by, because this issue of Marvel Previews features three new limited series of untold stories from the past with Ben Reilly: Spider-Man, Maestro: World War M, and this Silver Surfer: Rebirth title. And oh yeah, there’s also the monthly X-Men Legends. As a huge fan of the 1968 Captain Marvel series, I decided that this Cool Comic had to be added to my collection (unfortunately, due to so many supply chain issues, I couldn’t get the copy with Mar-Vell on the cover, but my variant edition is still very cool). Some of the creators of this new Silver Surfer adventure are also a blast from the past, with credits going to Ron Marz (writer) and Ron Lim (penciler). Additional creators include Don Ho (inker), Israel Silva (colorist), VC’s Joe Sabino (letterer), and Darren Shan (editor). My issue has a variant cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli. The cover price of Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1672 — Aquaman #59, DC, January 1978.
While I’m not the biggest fan of Aquaman, I still enjoy the character, so grabbing this swinging Seventies issue out of a quarter bin is a win! We get two stories in this issue, the first focusing on the finned one himself, while the second gives us better insight into Mera. The newer Rebirth era Aquaman issues I’ve read were all well done, but as so many of you know, I got my comic book start in 1973, so that’s the decade that feels like home to me, even when the hero lives in the sea. The first tale taking place in the great, blue ocean, Prey Perilous, comes to us courtesy of David Michelinie (writer), Jim Aparo (artist), Liz Berube (colorist), and Paul Levitz (editor). Mera’s adventure, Kingdom of Doom!, credits the following: Paul Kupperberg (writer), Juan Ortiz (penciler), Vince Colletta (inker), Milton Snapinn (letterer), Liz Berube (colorist), and Paul Levitz (editor). The cover price of Aquaman #59 is 35¢, while the current value is $12.
#1673 — The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids, Graphix, August 2021.
I came into this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue knowing absolutely nothing about the Bailey School Kids, yet the name wasn’t unfamiliar. I think some of my kids may have even had a few of the books. With a minimal amount of poking around the Internet, I found out that this comic preview of the graphic novel (which is the same title) is based on the very first Baily School Kids book, which came out in 1990. Additionally, I was unaware that the stories are supernatural-based tales, perhaps planting seeds for future fans of some exciting genre fiction, such as the coolest of cool journalists, Carl Kolchak, of Night Stalker fame. This FCBD preview of the graphic novel Vampires Don’t Wear Polka Dots is by Pearl Low, based on the novel by Marcia Thornton Jones & Debbie Dadey. The cover price of The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids is free, while the current value is $1.
#1674 — Bullwinkle and Rocky #1, Star Comics, November 1987.
I’m not sure how most people feel (or felt) about Marvel’s venture into “kiddie comics” with their Star Comics line, but I sure enjoy grabbing them out of quarter bins. Obviously, like all comic book companies, some titles are better than others (although, subjectively speaking, I often like quirky stuff that many readers don’t care for), and I feel that this debut issue of Bullwinkle and Rocky is one of the better Star Comics I’ve read. Of course, it’s helpful that I grew up watching Moose and Squirrel (and yes, I know that’s not the actual name, but if you’re a fan, you know exactly what I’m saying here) on Saturday mornings as far back as my memories take me, and reading this issue made me feel like a kid again. Why, it even has Fractured Fairy Tales inside! And while the series lasted just a brief nine issues, I’ve been able to find three of them in quarter boxes. We have the following to thank for this fantastic first issue of Bullwinkle and Rocky: David Manak (writer), Ernie Colón (penciler, cover), Jacqueline Roettcher (inker), Grace Kremer (letterer), John Wellington (colorist), and Sid Jacobson (editor). The cover price of Bullwinkle and Rocky is $1, while the current values are $5 on CBR and $4 on ZKC.
#1675 — Archie Annual #26, Archie, 1974.
I always say you can’t go wrong with Archie Comics when digging around in quarter bins, and that’s exactly how I was able to get my hands on this awesome issue! But my biggest question about this fun, thick, mid-Seventies annual centers around the publishing date. Some websites give 1974, while others call it 1975. The indicia states “1974-1975 edition,” and has the copyright as 1974. But I guess it doesn’t really matter, as long as we enjoy reading it! Full of Riverdale fun, this annual has over a half-dozen shorts containing many of our favorite eternal teens. Some of the creators include Frank Doyle, Harry Lucey, Chic Stone, Barry Grossman, Bill Yoshida, and Joe Edwards. For a more comprehensive look at credits and the stories included, please see the entry at the Grand Comics Database. The cover price of Archie Annual #26 is 35¢, while the current value is $50.
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January 20, 2022
Arkham Adventures, Cap & Bucky? and the Return of Yang!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 330, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 330…
Cool Comics Stuff!
I was fortunate to meet Doctor Chopper at Hall of Fame City Comic Con in September and asked him if he’d consider turning my logo into one of his incredibly cool 3D creations. After getting his contact information, I followed up soon after and emailed a copy of my Cool Comics logo to him, and after he caught up on commissions, the good doctor was able to do his thing! I’m excited to have this awesome boxed 3D image, which is included here for your viewing please. Please be sure to click his name above and check out his website. If you’re a creator, you may want to consider commissioning Doctor Chopper to turn your cover and some of your comic book pages into a fantastic piece of art for your studio wall!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Captain America versus Yang! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
When it comes to comics, if your sweet spot is the Sixties, you can’t go wrong with this remarkable RAKified version of the Avengers! And while my typical four-color groove happens to be Seventies stuff, I can’t help but love this standout piece set in the early years of the Marvel Age of comics. This image comes to us from the outstanding imagination of Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK, who happens to be one of the nicest guys in the industry), the creator of Chakan, the forever man. Be sure to check out all the other fantastic art, games, illustrated novellas, and comics at RAK’s website.
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#1666 — Detective Comics #1048, DC, March 2022.
While Detective Comics has an ongoing Shadows of the Bat storyline (this issue’s title is The Tower, Part 2), they’re publishing the comic weekly, which is fine with me, as I’m enjoying both it and the backup tale. If you’re a Batman reader but have been ignoring Detective Comics for a while, I suggest checking out this intriguing weekly. The main story features the following creators: Mariko Tamaki (writer), Ivan Reis (pencils), Danny Miki (inks), Brad Anderson (colors), Ariana Maher (letters), Irvin Rodriguez (cover), and Paul Kaminski (editor). The backup tale is by: Matthew Rosenberg (writer), Fernando Blanco (artist), Jordie Bellaire (colors), Rob Leigh (letters), and Paul Kaminski (editor). The cover price of Detective Comics #1048 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is also $5.
#1667 — Captain America #334 , Marvel, October 1987.
If you happened to watch the Disney+ streaming series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, then this issue may be one that’s on your collecting radar. Why? Because it’s Lemar Hoskins’ debut as Bucky, sidekick to the John Walker version of Captain America! And regardless of how you feel about these replacement heroes, it’s always fun to have key issues in your collection. This isn’t a comic I was hunting down, but long-time readers know that I spend hours of my life digging through quarter boxes, dedicated to the task of finding Dynamically Discounted Cool Comics that I can show you right here! The good people who brought this issue to readers are Mark Gruenwald (writer), Tom Morgan (penciler), Dave Hunt (inker), Ken Lopez (letterer), Ken Feduniewicz (colorist), Bob McLeod (cover), and Don Daley (editor). The cover price of Captain America #334 is 75¢, while the current values are $18 on CBR and $20 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $18.
#1668 — Teen Titans: Beast Boy Loves Raven Special Edition #1, DC, October 2021.
This Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue is rated TEEN, and I can imagine that demographic enjoying this free preview of the graphic novel. But even an old guy like me had a fun time reading this Teen Titans tale. If you’re a fan of Beast Boy, Raven, or both, it’s a neat story to add to your collection (and if you grabbed it when first issued, the price was perfectly right!). This FCBD story is brought to you by Kami Garcia (writer), Gabriel Picolo (artist, cover), David Calderon (colorist), Gabriela Downie (letterer), and Marie Javins (editor-in-chief). The cover price of Teen Titans: Beast Boy Loves Raven Special Edition #1 is free, while the current value is $1.
#1669 — Mickey Mouse #18, IDW Publishing, March 2017.
I’ve read Mickey Mouse comics from publishers Dell, Disney, Gold Key, Gladstone, and Whitman, but IDW Publishing’s thicker, glossy pages and bright colors are the most aesthetically pleasing by far. However, I’m not saying they are the only way to go, because if you’re waxing nostalgic, the old newsprint can bring back great memories for the young at heart. This issue contains a couple of older stories: Darkenblot, Chapter Three: The Darkest Hour is originally from Topolino (Disney Italia, 1988 series) #2942, while Double Chaser is from Walt Disney’s Mickey Mouse (Dell, 1952 series) #33 (December 1953-January 1954). Creative credits for the cover belong to Lorenzo Pastrovicchio (pencils, inks) and Andrea Castellan (colors). Darkenblot, Chapter Three: The Darkest Hour comes to us from Andrea Castellan (script), Jonathan Gray (translation), Lorenzo Pastrovicchio (pencils, inks), Disney Italia (colors), and Travis Seitler and Nicole Seitler (letters). Double Chaser known creators include Paul Murry (pencils, inks), Digikore Studios (colors), Paul Murry (letters), and Alice Nielsen Cobb and Chase Craig (editors). The cover price of Mickey Mouse #18 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1670 — Yang #3, Modern Comics, May 1977.
A few years ago (2018), Back Issue magazine published a Kung Fu craze issue, #105, and this was how I first learned about Yang, a lesser known master of martial arts. I wanted to know more, so I searched back issue boxes until I landed a copy of issue #1. Ever since, I’ve been keeping an eye out for discounted Yang comics, and though it took a while, I finally landed this reprint issue from Modern Comics, an imprint of Charlton. The series lasted just 17 issues, but there is also a spin-off title named House of Yang, and I’m also hoping to get several of those issues someday in the future. This spectacular Seventies adventure comes to us from Joe Gill (writer) and Warren Sattler (pencils, inks, letters, cover). The cover price of Yang #3 is 35¢, while the current values are $6 on CBR and $3 on ZKC.
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January 13, 2022
Thor Hunts His Hammer While Doctor Fate Unfolds!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 329, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!I hope everyone is having a great 2022 so far, both in and out of the world of comic books. I have a lot of things going on in my life right now, but none of you are here for any of that, so let’s get to this new, exciting episode of Cool Comics In My Collection!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Ghost Rider versus Doctor Fate! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode, Cool Comics shows off the God of Thunder in “Mighty” ways, thanks to Ed Griffie! Want more Thor? We’ve got it for you below, but before you scroll away too quickly, please note that Ed is a lifelong comic book fan who started drawing Kawaii and Chibi style versions of pop culture icons and superheroes about five years ago. Through Facebook, his work came to the attention of Daniel Hare, the owner of vintage toy and comic bookstore The Toys Time Forgot, who offered him a guest spot at Free Comic Book Day. Since then, Ed has been a regular at local conventions and comic bookstores, where he offers bookmarks, coloring pages, trading cards, and color prints featuring his unique artwork. You can check out his full catalog of work at toonist27.deviantart.com or contact him at edgriffiejr@gmail.com to commission an original piece of your very own.
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#1661 — Thor #20, Marvel, March 2022.
If you’re a fan of Asgardian tales, the current storyline in Thor—God of Hammers—has been great (in my opinion) so far, and especially so with the big reveal at the end of this issue, which is Part 2 of this multipart adventure. If you haven’t been reading Thor, you may be asking the question, “Who or what is the God of Hammers?” I’d love to tell you, but I don’t want to spoil it for anyone! Odin is here, Sif shows up, Loki is on hand, and perhaps best of all, fan favorite Throg is part of the adventure! The Mighty Creators we must thank for this issue include Donny Cates (writer), Nic Klein (artist, cover artist), Matt Wilson (colorist), Joe Sabino (letterer, designer), and Wil Moss (editor). The cover price of Thor #20 is $3.99, while the current value is $4. The Key Collector Comics value is $15.
#1662 — Ghost Rider #42 , Marvel, March 1980.
This is another great example of the cool kind of comics I missed out on when I decided that I’d outgrown them. I was pretty much through reading this “kid’s stuff” by 1978, although I did purchase several issues in 1979. But by 1980, comic books were in my past; at least until 1982 (which, most unfortunately, also was a short-lived moment in my collecting history). Anyway, scouring quarter boxes usually pays off in many ways, and one of those ways is to take me back in time to memorable days. While I wasn’t really a Ghost Rider reader in my first go-round in the Seventies, I did start buying it in 1982, and this title was a pleasure to revisit. Cool cover credits go to Bob Budiansky (pencils) and Bob Wiacek (inks). Interior credits belong to Michael Fleisher (writer), Don Perlin (pencils, inks), Ben Sean (colors), Diana Albers (letterer), and Dennis O’Neil (editor). The cover price of Ghost Rider #42 is 40¢, while the current value is $10.
#1663 — Assassin’s Creed Dynasty/Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Blood Brothers, Tokyopop, August 2021.
I’ve seen some commercials on TV for Assassin’s Creed video games, but I don’t really know anything about the franchise. This black and white Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue contains two stories, as listed above, and after discovering I’d read the first one the wrong way (right to left on the page, including the text boxes and bubbles) while I was reading the second story, I had to go back to the first story…which then made a little more sense to me. While I won’t be searching out any further comics in this world, I always enjoy trying new things, which is one of the reasons I appreciate FCBD. The Assassin’s Creed stories come to us from Xu Xianzhe (writer), Feng Si Zu (writer, artist), Zhang Xiao (artist), Karen Lam (translator), Tay Weilling (translator), and Lena Atanassova (editor). The cover price of Assassin’s Creed Dynasty/Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Blood Brothers is free, while the current value is $1.
#1664 — Smurfs #1, Marvel, December 1982.
When the Smurfs first appeared on TV screens across the U.S. in 1981, I was a college freshman at Ohio State (it was just known as Ohio State, or OSU, when I was there…the THE came later, although the THE has been a part of the name since 1878), and had no idea for several years that such strange blue creatures had come into being. I don’t think I saw the cartoon until 1986, when I watched them with my girlfriend, who later became my wife (she introduced me to several cool cartoons, such as ThunderCats and He-Man and the Masters of the Universe). And while I’m not a big Smurf fan, reading the comic took me back in time to those early days with Melissa, and made me feel Young at Heart. Along with the cover, Peyo, the creator of the Smurfs, is credited for all pencils, inks, and writing chores for each of the many stories (several that are just one page) contained in this issue. The cover price of Smurfs #1 is 60¢, while the current values are $5 on CBR and $6 on ZKC.
#1665 — Doctor Fate #1, DC, July 1987.
When you have a personal reason to read or buy a comic book, it often means so much more to you as a collector, and I have two such connections to this issue of Doctor Fate. First, the writer, J.M. DeMatteis, is someone I met in person at the Cincinnati Comic Expo 2018. I had him sign my Cool Comics In My Collection bag (I got some great signatures on it that weekend), which is pretty awesome. Second, my son recently gifted me a Doctor Fate Funko Pop 2021 Summer Convention Limited Edition figure, which is part of the Justice League series (#395 for those who like to know these things). And the Pop reminded me that I had this issue waiting for me in my file cabinet of unread adventures – and now no longer unread! Creative credits go to J.M. DeMatteis (writer), Keith Giffen (illustrator), Dave Hunt (inker), Agustin Mas (letterer), Anthony Tollin (colorist), and Denny O’Neil (editor). The cover price of Doctor Fate #1 is $1.50, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
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January 6, 2022
Giant-Size Defenders for a Tiny-Size Price!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 328, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!I find it interesting that both of the DC titles that have achieved over a thousand issues have such similar covers, and that they both came out on the same day. I guess there is no front cover, because no matter which side you’re looking at, it’s the “back” of the cover…okay, you can stop groaning now. Another comic book of note from last week is Timeless, from Marvel. If you’re a fan of time-travel and all it entails, take a trip with Kang the Conqueror and keep an eye out for clues to what you may see in 2022.
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is the Defenders versus the Ewoks! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
This episode’s Cool Comics Creation of the cosmic entity Galactus (who first appeared in Fantastic Four #48 in 1966) comes from Sydney Walton! The art is all hand-painted with acrylic paints. Syd said he’s been painting covers for a few years now and likes to think that he was one of the first to do so. Syd is always taking commissions, so don’t hesitate to contact him for a cool cover or other fantastic creations. You can find him on Facebook at Syd’s Altruistic Art, or contact him via email at swaltoniii@aol.com.
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#1656 — Dune: A Whisper of Caladan Seas #1, BOOM! Studios, December 2021.
While Dunephiles (is there a better term? I found this one on the Web, and it’s what I was going to use here anyway, before I decided to do about 30 seconds of research and saw that someone else found it to be a good enough descriptive term) may be familiar with the short story A Whisper of Caladan Seas, casual readers and viewers probably know nothing about this tale, written by the same pair who’ve taken over the reins of the Duniverse (and they wrote this comic book version, also). This isn’t necessarily a good place to first dip your toes into the sands of Arrakis, but if you’re immersed up to your eyeballs in spice, you, too, may enjoy this comic book. Creative credits go to Brian Herbert (writer), Kevin J. Anderson (writer), Jakub Rebelka (artist, colorist), Ed Dukeshire (letterer), Jeff Dekal (cover artist), and Jonathan Manning (editor). There are a few others who took part in the creative process, and you can find them at this LINK. The cover price of Dune: A Whisper of Caladan Seas #1 is $7.99, while the current value is $8.
#1657 — Nightwing #16 , DC, January 1998.
The Nineties may not be popular with collectors today, but from my perspective I had a fun time collecting and reading comic books in the era. How did one keep up with the hot titles and creators? Many of us bought Wizard Magazine, often flipping to the back to see if any of our comic books went up in value. While both are a bit frowned upon today, sometimes I like to relive that period, and this issue of Nightwing takes me back to last century, thanks to finding this in a discount bin. The people behind this issue of Nightwing include Chuck Dixon (writer), Scott McDaniel (penciller, cover artist), Karl Story (inker), Roberta Tewes (colorist), Jamison (separator), John Costanza (letterer), and Darren Vincenzo & Scott Peterson (editors). The cover price of Nightwing #16 is $1.95, while the current values are $4 on CBR and $3 on ZKC.
#1658 — We Live: The Last Days , AfterShock, August 2021.
When the first issue of We Live appeared at comic shops in 2020, the world was entrenched in a pandemic—and it still is. I’ve always had an affinity for “end of the world” stories, so I gave it a try. Not bad, was my initial thought, but I was already reading so many monthly comics that I didn’t let myself add another to my pull list. Now, AfterShock presents this next chapter in the story called The Last Days and using Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is a great way to get the word out that We Live is worth it, although considering the times we live in, some may be working to avoid these kinds of storylines. This FCBD edition is a great way to see if this is the comic you’ve been waiting for. We Live: The Last Days comes to us from Inaki Miranda (writer, artist, cover), Roy Miranda (writer), Eva De La Cruz (colorist), Dave Sharpe (letterer), and Mike Marts (editor). Rainbow Bridge Special Preview features the talents of Steve Orlando (writer), Steve Foxe (writer), Valentina Brancati (artist), Manuel Poppo (colorist), and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (letterer). The cover price of We Live: The Last Days is free, while the current value is $1.
#1659 — Ewoks #3, Star Comics, September 1985.
Do I feel so Young at Heart that I’m resorting to the Ewoks for entertainment? When the cartoon started airing on Saturday mornings, I had no interest. I mean, I was older, college age, and cartoons were no longer my thing. Additionally, the Ewoks were one of my least favorite things when it came to the Return of the Jedi film. This really makes me sound old and crusty, but I wasn’t old and crusty when I sat in the theater and watched Wicket and his furry friends help take down the Empire. Yet I’m a different person now (yup, we all change a bit over time), and I have no problem with Ewoks today. This is the first issue I’ve been able to find in a quarter box, and despite a chunk of the back cover missing, it’s found a home in my collection. The diminutive Ewoks come to life on the page thanks to Dave Manak (writer), Warren Kremer (penciller, cover artist), Jon D’Agostino (inker), George Roussos (colorist), Grace Kremer (letterer), and Sid Jacobson (editor). The cover price of Ewoks #3 is 65¢, while the current values are $14 on CBR and $10 on ZKC.
#1660 — Giant-Size Defenders #2, Marvel, October 1974.
While some collectors want their comics to be in pristine condition (and most of us probably do, but the reality is, the high prices take a lot of older issues off the table for the average person), I enjoy just being able to afford adding so many cool comics to my collection. This issue of Giant-Size Defenders barely dented my wallet at $2, and it’s in what I refer to as “good enough for Gosneys” condition. This affordable gem from the Bronze Age is a treasure to me and comes with a new story guest-starring the Son of Satan titled H… as in Hulk… Hell… and Holocaust, along with three older reprints featuring Sub-Mariner, Black Knight, and Doctor Strange. The cool creators for the Defenders story are Len Wein (writer), Gil Kane & Kaus Janson (artists, cover artists), Glynis Wein (colorist), Dave Hunt (letterer), and Roy Thomas (editor); the Sub-Mariner story reprinted from Young Men #25 comes from the writing and art of Bill Everett; Fred Kida is credited as artist for the Black Knight reprint from Black Knight #4; and the Doctor Strange reprint from Strange Tales #119 features Stan Lee (writer), Steve Ditko (artist), and Artie Simek (letterer). The cover price of Giant-Size Defenders #2 is 50¢, while the current values are $48 on CBR and $30 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $30.
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December 30, 2021
Superboy in the Seventies and Sonic Sizzles!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 327, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
If you have any comments, please scroll to the bottom of the page to where it says, “Leave a Reply.” And now, episode 327…
Cool Comics Stuff!Are you a New Year’s Resolutions kind of person? I’ve been there before, but nowadays I just tend to make goals for myself (not necessarily 
at the beginning of the year), such as exercising, eating better, and reading goals. That’s right, I have an ongoing goal of how many pages to read per day for certain books (I’m always reading more than one at a time) and magazines (I have a hefty collection of unread older magazines, and along with each new issue of Back Issue, this helps me keep on track), and of course I maintain a certain minimum of comic books to read per week. I refer to these goals as my mandatory reading schedule (although I’m answerable only to myself…and I’m my harshest critic in all things), and once I hit my daily goal, I typically go a little beyond. Which brings us to the question of How many comic books have I read in 2021? Thanks for asking! As I write this on Wednesday, December 29, I’m currently at 1,215. Which means I’ll certainly get several more read before we usher in the new year. And yes, that’s over 100 per month. I think it’s time to confess that I’m a comic book addict. Happy New Year, Cool Comics Crowd!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Sonic the Hedgehog versus Bugs Bunny! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
[image error]This week our Cool Comics Creation features sketch cards from The Walking Dead trading card series, courtesy of illustrator Dan Gorman, a member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the top sketch card artists on the planet! I’ve never watched The Walking Dead TV show or read the comic (although I did read a digital version of the first issue), but Dan’s fantastic art makes me want to hop on the zombie train! For more about Dan and his art, please visit www.dangormanart.com. Additionally, Dan is the artist of the Cool Comics logo!
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#1651 — Avengers Forever #1, Marvel, February 2022.
Robbie Reyes (the Ghost Rider who drives a car) and a Deathlok (there seem to be a bunch of Deathloks these days) get zapped from Earth-616 to Earth-818 (which isn’t looking good, due to a character named the Black Skull and his bad guy buddies). And the entire multiverse hangs in the balance…or something like that. I can’t say I love all these alternate earths, but I guess they come in handy as story devices from time to time. Are you taking this trip with Avengers Forever? I’ve seen a few negative reviews, but I didn’t have a problem with this first issue and look forward to seeing how it all plays out. This first issue is brought to comic books fans by Jason Aaron (writer), Aaron Kuder (penciler, cover artist), Cam Smith (inker), Jason Keith (colorist, cover artist), Triona Farrell (colorist), VC’s Cory Petit (letterer), and Tom Brevoort (editor). The cover price of Avengers Forever #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5. The Key Collector Comics value is $5.
#1652 — Cyberforce #1 , Image, October 1992.
Last week my Dynamically Discounted Cool Comic featured Cyborg, and now I’ve chosen to show off my #1 issue of Cyberforce. And while it may seem like I have some kind of cyber pattern going on, I assure you that this was totally…11001010…rand…0100111010…rando…1110011…random. Want to know something else mysterious about this comic? The cover makes it look as if the title is Cyber Force…yet the indicia has it listed as Cyberforce. And an Internet search didn’t let me come away feeling satisfied about which is correct. But does it really matter when I was able to get my issue, complete with the pink # 0 coupon (this was a thing to cut out of your comic and send in for another comic), for just a quarter? As for the story, it’s certainly not like the Image titles of today, but it’s fun to look back on the roots of this successful company. Creators for this issue are Marc Silvestri (artist), Eric Silvestri (writer), Mike Heisler (letterer), Joe Chiodo (colorist), and Cynthia Sullivan (editor). The cover price of Cyberforce #1 is $1.95, while the current value is $6. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
#1653 — Sonic the Hedgehog , IDW Publishing, August 2021.
I’ve seen the Sonic the Hedgehog movie and enjoyed it, but I can’t say I’m a big fan. But then again, Sonic seems to be popular with enough people that it’s made it 30 years, which is a big achievement. Two stories make up this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue for those who love the little blue speedster. Amy’s New Hobby comes courtesy of Gale Galligan (story), Thomas Rothlisberger (art), Nathalie Fourdraine (colors), and Shawn Lee (letters). Race to the Empire features the talents of David Mariotte (story), various contributors for art and colors, and Shawn Lee & Corey Breen (letters). The cover is by Tracy Yardley, while David Mariotte is the editor for this edition. The cover price of Sonic the Hedgehog is free, while the current values are $0 on CBR and $1 on ZKC.
#1654 — Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies Comics #100, Dell, February 1950.
Comic book fans, this is as close as I can currently get to a New Year’s comic book without digging through thousands of titles contained in many white cardboard boxes. And when we can travel way back to 1950 and see various Looney Tunes characters wishing Bugs Bunny a Happy New Year, I think that’s pretty darn cool! When I was flipping through back issue boxes at Kenmore Komics one day and spotted this for just $5, I knew I had to add it to my collection, and this is the perfect time to show it off, in the last Cool Comics episode of 2021. It takes many hands to produce these longer anthology titles, and while there’s uncertainty about all the creator credits for this issue, some of the names listed at the Grand Comics Database include Dan Gormley, Fred Abranz, Jim Pabian, Roger Armstrong, and Vivie Risto. To get a better look at the different tales included in this issue and which known creator worked on them, please click GCD. The cover price of Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies Comics #100 is 10¢, while the current value is $145.
#1655 — Superboy #209, DC, June 1975.
I feel fortunate that I snagged this mid-Seventies treasure out of a quarter bin, as it’s one of the many DC titles I completely ignored during my first phase of comic book collecting (1973-1979). This issue contains a couple fun adventures, one showing heroism at its best, while the second story makes you believe you could be a hero, too! The creators for the Superboy #209 story Who Can Save the Princess are Jim Shooter (script), Mike Grell (pencils, inks), and Ben Oda (letterer). The second story, Hero for a Day, features Cary Bates (script), Mike Grell (pencils, inks), and Joe Letterese (letterer). Mike Grell also did the cover art. The cover price of Superboy #209 is 25¢, while the current values are $20 on CBR and $18 on ZKC.
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December 23, 2021
A Bugs Bunny Holiday, While Primordial is Out of This World!
Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection episode 326, where we look at various comic books I own (and in some cases ones that I let get away), both new and old, often with a nostalgic leaning for those feelings of yesteryear. I hope you have as much fun reading about them as I had writing about these cool comics!
For each of the comic books I include here, I list the current secondary market pricing according to the websites ComicBookRealm.com (CBR) and Zap-Kapow Comics (ZKC), using the comic book grading scale of 9.4 (if both sites have the same price, you’ll find just one price for that issue). Not all my comics meet that grade. Some are probably better, and many are certainly worse. But to simplify it, that’s the scale I use. And remember, a comic book is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. And for those who enjoy the additional fun of knowing some of the more important issues in your collection, I recognize each Cool Comic that is listed in Key Collector Comics.
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Cool Comics Stuff!Cool Comics In My Collection hopes you have a very Merry Christmas, and that you find all kinds of comic wonder under your tree!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Cyborg versus Venom! What do you think would happen if they faced each other in a titanic tussle, and how do you see the winner achieving victory? Let us know in the comments section below.
Cool Comics Creations!
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, but I’m not sure if you’ve ever seen snowmen quite like these two characters! Or perhaps a certain Dark Night and Sith Lord got caught in a snowstorm! Either way, it’s a fun creation that comes to us from the imagination of Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK, who happens to be one of the nicest guys in the industry), creator of Chakan and many other fantastic works of art, including cool games he’s developed. To learn more about RAK, be sure to visit his website at http://www.rakgraphics.com/.
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#1646 — Primordial #4, Image, December 2021.
Often, the first time I talk about an ongoing series here, it’s with a number one issue. However, when I decided to buy the first issue of Primordial off the shelf on a whim, I’d already planned out a couple weeks’ worth of Modern-Day Cool Comics. And now I’m finally raving about how much I like this story. It pulled me in immediately and hasn’t let go, which is a good sign when it comes to comics. You see, in the latter half of the 1950’s, the space race was on, and the Soviets launched a dog into orbit, followed by the United States sending up a couple monkeys (no—not those Monkees)…and they disappeared. But don’t worry, animal lovers, because they didn’t die; in fact, they’re coming back to Earth, and everything is different. If you’ve missed out on this series, I think it’s worth a try to find the back issues (please be aware that this is rated Mature), because it’s such an intriguing tale (or tail, in this case!). Writer extraordinaire Jeff Lemire and artist Andrea Sorrentino (who also did the cover) are making Primordial possible, along with Dave Stewart (colorist), Steve Wands (letterer), and Greg Lockard (editor). The cover price of Primordial #4 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
#1647 — Cyborg #5 , DC, January 2017.
Besides issue 1 of Tales of the New Teen Titans (I talked about this very issue way back in episode 36), this is the only other solo Cyborg comic I’ve ever owned. As many of you know, I really enjoy digging through discount bins, but I’ve spotted a comic featuring Vic Stone just once, and this is it. This takes place, as you can see on the cover, during the DC Universe Rebirth period, and I keep trying to add to my small but growing collection of comics with Rebirth slapped across the top. This issue of Cyborg comes to us via John Semper Jr. (writer), Allan Jefferson (penciler), Derec Donovan (penciler/inker), Scott Hanna (inker), Guy Major (colorist), Rob Leigh (letterer), Paul Pelletier (cover artist), and Harvey Richards (editor). The cover price of Cyborg #5 is $2.99, while the current value is $3.
#1648 — Spider-Man/Venom , Marvel, October 2021.
I’m not sure why the Daredevil-related tale at the end of this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) issue isn’t mentioned on the cover, but I was pleasantly surprised to discover this after I thought there would be only ads remaining in the comic. I like Greg Smallwood’s art, and this story has it. Additionally, if you’re a reader of Spider-Man and/or Venom, don’t miss out on this freebie, if you can still find a copy. There are a number of creators who took part in this FCBD issue, including: Zeb Wells (writer), Patrick Gleason (artist), Alejandro Sanchez (color artist), VC’s Joe Caramagna (letterer), and Nick Lowe (editor) on the Spider-Man story, Test Drive; Ram V & Al Ewing (writers), Bryan Hitch (penciler), Andrew Currie (inker), Alex Sinclair (colorist), VC’s Clayton Cowles (letterer & production), and Devin Lewis (editor); and Patrick Gleason & Alejandro Sanchez get cover credits. The Daredevil short is credited to Chip Zdarsky (writer), Greg Smallwood (artist), and VC’s Clayton Cowles. The cover price of Spider-Man/Venom is free, while the current values are $3 on CBR and $1 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $3.
#1649 — Harvey Hits Comics #3, Harvey Comics, March 1987.
I wonder how many kids bought this issue, hoping it would be full of holiday mirth, only to be disappointed that the merriest aspect of this anthology title is the Christmas tree on the cover! Still, many of the stories take place in the winter, so I guess they decided that was close enough. This issue of Harvey Hits Comics contains about a dozen or so stories featuring characters like Richie Rich, Herman and Katnip, Rags Rabbit, Casper, Little Lotta, and Baby Huey. You can see more information about the titles and characters by visiting the Grand Comics Database (GCD). Like so many Harvey Comics from the past, creator credits are hard to find. Among the variety of stories listed at GCD, we can find the following pencilers who contributed to this issue: Warren Kremer, Marty Taras, and Sid Couchey. The cover price of Harvey Hits Comics #3 is 75¢, while the current value is $4.50.
#1650 — Bugs Bunny’s Christmas Party #6, Dell, November 1955.
Bugs Bunny and friends come through with plenty of Christmas fun and hijinks in this Dell Giant, making it the better pick, if choosing between it and Harvey Hits Comics #3 above. My only disappointment came when I flipped this extra-thick comic open to read and discovered that the first page was missing. Fortunately, the story was easy enough for me to fill in the blanks since I had to start on page 3. The spine has a little tearing, it’s obvious the bottom right corner of the cover was folded once upon a time, and some of the interior puzzles and games have been penciled in…meaning that this was once a well-loved comic book. And it still is. I was able to purchase it for just $6, and it’s worth it. This issue is full of stories, characters, and creators, so to keep it simple I’m going to give you the GCD link to this issue. The nice thing about the information at the website is that they always give you the individual interior story titles, list the known creators for each story, and other fun tidbits. The cover price of Bugs Bunny’s Christmas Party #6 is 25¢, while the current value is $195.
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BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #79DC (1996)
SCRIPT: Mark Millar
PENCILS: Steve Yeowell
INKS: Dick Giordano
COVER: Steve Yeowell
Very nicely done! It’s a great Christmas-themed cover with a dramatic twist. The stark black background perfectly draws attention to the colorful art in the middle. It’s definitely an eye-catcher.
THE STORYWith Christmas approaching, Batman’s investigation of organized break-ins of wealthy residences turns personal when Wayne Manor is robbed and something of great value to Bruce Wayne is stolen.
As the exhausted Batman relentlessly pursues the scant handful of clues, with the assistance of Commissioner Gordon and the G.C.P.D., he finally discovers that a gang called “The Chessmen” are the culprits.
When Batman arrives at the gang’s hideout, he discovers that the showboating Chief of Gotham’s S.W.A.T. team has managed to turn what should have been a simple raid into a hostage situation. Batman takes things into his own hands and defeats the gang without harm to their captives.
He interrogates the leader of The Chessmen gang and discovers where they’ve hidden the stolen loot. Batman arrives to discover a broken man regretting his part in the crimes; he explains to Batman that he just needed money for his kids. Batman agrees to let the man go free in exchange for the stolen goods.
At the end of the tale, we discover that the precious item stolen from Wayne Manor was an antique toy train set. . .the final Christmas present given to Bruce Wayne by his parents.
The End.
THE REVIEWIt’s a simple tale of Batman tracking down a gang of thieves, with an emotional punch at the end that makes it memorable. It has all the ingredients of a good, classic Batman story. . .things that I honestly miss in Batman comics today.
There’s Batman and Commissioner Gordon on a snowy rooftop discussing the case. Batman having to deal with the corrupt police force. Batman relentlessly following clues while the ever-faithful Alfred chides him for not getting any rest. This is my favorite kind of Batman tale! I realize that characters need to evolve, but reading this story just reminds me of the things I grew up loving about Batman, and that I miss today.
On the art side of things. . .it’s okay. Not bad. Not great. The art tells the story but doesn’t try to go above or beyond that. I feel that if this story had someone like Jim Aparo or Neal Adams on the art, it would be a holiday classic that every comic fan would know about.
This is a great little superhero Christmas story, but more than that, it’s a great throwback Batman story! If you’re a fan of old-school Batman before New 52 or Rebirth. . .with the team of Commissioner Gordon, Alfred, and Batman on the case. . .then this is a story for you! The art isn’t anything special, but that doesn’t stop this from being a great little nugget of Longbox Junk that isn’t hard to find in the bargain bin.
Until Next time, Merry Christmas and remember that comics are worth more than money!
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