Welcome to Cool Comics in My Collection Episode 309, 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 never have enough room each week to show all the new cool comics that hit store shelves, so here’s a glance at a couple that may interest you, along with the newest addition I acquired via Kickstarter.
Batman Secret Files: Clownhunter #1 is for any Batfan who wants to dig deeper into all the craziness going on in Gotham these days, and X-Men: The Trial of Magneto #1, is a must for all fans who want to know if Magneto is indeed guilty of murder!
Knightglaive #2 takes place in Akron, Ohio, and since I live in a suburb and have met the creator, Damion Kendrick, this was a must for my collection (I have the first issue and enjoyed reading this one to keep up with the continuing story). I’m looking forward to more comics by Damion and his company, Damagearts XD!
Cool Comics Battle of the Week!
The Cool Comics Battle of the Week is Skull the Slayer versus Zorro! 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!
If you’ve been keeping up with Spider-Man and Sinister War, then you probably have an even deeper appreciation for this wonderful work of art! This episode’s creation comes to us from Robert A. Kraus (aka RAK), 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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Cool Comics In My Collection
Modern-Day Cool Comics
#1561 — The Heroes Union #1, Binge Books, August 2021.
If you miss the thrills and excitement of comic books from yesteryear, Binge Books has made all your dreams come true via their new hit title, The Heroes Union, Approved By The Comics Code Authority (and there it is on the cover, smack dab in the upper right corner). The moment I saw the solicitation for The Heroes Union there was never any doubt that I wanted to add it to my collection. It’s hard to beat 68-pages of great fun for just $4.99, and with a fantastic creative lineup, too, including: Roger Stern (co-plotter/scripter); Darin Henry (co-plotter/bookrunner); Ron Frenz (penciler); Sal Buscema & Chris Nye (inkers); Glenn Whitmore (colorist); Marshall Dillon (letterer); and Ron Frenz & Brett Breeding (cover artists). The heroes comprising this team have business names, adding a fun touch to the story, and we get a nice look at each on the inside back cover. The paper stock is slick and thicker than some of the usual comics of today, and when reading this you feel good about the production quality, both visually and physically. Best of all, more is coming, including spinoff titles, and we’re told that issue 2 is being written by David Michelinie. Lastly, each issue comes with its own unique Heroes Union Member Number on the back…mine is 002787. Grab this comic if you can still find a copy! The cover price of The Heroes Union #1 is $4.99, while the current value is $5.
Dynamically Discounted Cool Comics
#1562 — Skull the Slayer #1, Marvel, August 1975.
Recently, during one of my many archeological digs in quarter bins at my local comic shop, I uncovered this previously owned (and somewhat damaged) first issue of Skull the Slayer, a title that originally appeared during my early, impressionable years of collecting, but a comic that I didn’t give a second glance to back in those early days, because back then, capes and tights were my overriding passion. When I added it to my ever-growing pile of quarter comics, I didn’t notice the tear at the bottom of the cover, or the damage on the back, or the overall feel of a comic that’s lived through some harsh conditions. And on discovering all these faults once I got home and sorted my new treasures, I admit I was a little disappointed. Yet everything changed once I started reading it. No, it’s not the greatest of the Seventies titles, and yes, some of the dialogue will bother modern readers. But it will make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time and landed on the set of a crazy science fiction movie being filmed in 1975. The creative crew who gave us this wild story is comprised of Marv Wolfman (creator/writer/colorist), Steve Gan (artist), Marcos (letterer), and Len Wein (editor). The cover price of Skull the Slayer #1 is 25¢, while the current values are $25 on CBR and $14 on ZKC. The Key Collector Comics value is $18.
Cool Comics Celebrates FCBD (Week 2 of 2021)
#1563 — World of Zorro #1, American Mythology Productions, August 2021.
Zorro was created in 1919 by American writer Johnston McCulley, and the legend has grown strong over the years in print, radio, movies, television, and, of course, comic books. I’d never read any Zorro stories until I started buying the Topps Comics adventures back in the Nineties. And while Topps ceased publication long ago, American Mythology Productions is keeping the swashbuckling hero in print. If you’re not sure whether you’d enjoy Zorro comics, this Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) edition is the perfect way to find out. It features three sample stories (Zorro: Swords of Hell; Zorro: Legendary Adventures; and Zorro: Flights), along with The History of Zorro, which is a nice touch. Creators for this FCBD anthology include writers Mike Wolfer and Don McGregor, artists Allen Martinez and Vincenzo Carratu, and cover artist Mariana Puglia. The cover price of World of Zorro #1 is free, while the current value is $0.
Cool Comics for the Young at Heart
#1564 — Donald Quest #3, IDW Publishing, January 2017.
What is Donald Quest? I had no idea when I started to read, and though I missed the first two issues of this five-part steampunk Disney adventure, it was a lot of fun. Donald Duck is one of my favorite animated characters, and I got this issue from Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in a pack of 10 comics for just $5.99. All I could see was the comic book on top (it wasn’t this one), so everything else was a surprise, and I’ve enjoyed the few I’ve read so far. The cover and pages of this IDW comic are a little thicker than what you usually find in a comic book, which makes this a sturdier copy for the little ones in your life. But if you’re Young at Heart and enjoy traveling back to your childhood via comic book adventures, this one is a great way to go! The creative folks for this issue include writers Stefano Ambrosio and Davide Aicardi, artist Francesco D’lppolito, colorist Disney Italia with Travis and Nicole Seitler and Erik Rosengarten, dialogue from Pat and Carol McGreal, and edits by Sarah Gaydos. The cover price of Donald Quest #3 is $3.99, while the current value is $4.
Twentieth Century Cool Comics
#1565 — Justice League of America #192, DC, July 1981.
In looking over my list of comics that have become official Cool Comics, I discovered that this is the 10th issue of Justice League of America that has been featured here. And while that sounds like a lot, 1,555 Cool Comics In My Collection are not JLA issues. There’s no meaning behind any of this…it’s just the sort of curiosity that comes when you’ve been doing something over several years. In this issue, the cover reveals that we are to Learn the Astonishing TRUE ORIGIN of the Red Tornado! And I think it’s about time we dig deeper and find out the facts, considering that it looks like he’s about to finish off Flash, Green Lantern, Superman, Aquaman, Firestorm, Wonder Woman, and Batman! The first volume of this title (1960-1987) always delivers an entertaining read, and if you don’t have this issue, you may want to grab it if you can find a copy. This comic comes to us thanks to the efforts of writer Gerry Conway, artists George Perez & John Beatty, colorist Carl Gafford, letterer Ben Oda, and editor Len Wein. The cover price of Justice League of America #192 is 50¢, while the current value is $6.
Cool Comics Reader Reviews!
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