Avengers: No Surrender ##684 (Legacy Numbering) / Part 10
Marvel Comics • Avengers Vol. 1 (Marvel Legacy)
Writer
Jim Zub, Mark Waid, & Al Ewing
Interior Artist
Paco Medina & Joe Bennett
Cover Artist
Mark Brooks
Publication Date
May 2018
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue is a major key belonging to the 'No Surrender' story arc. It features the return of Bruce Banner as the Hulk and establishes the 'Immortal Hulk' persona, serving as a direct prelude to the celebrated Immortal Hulk series by Al Ewing. The story details Banner's resurrection and his unstoppable nature.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The cover shows high gloss and sharp colors. There is minor spine stress visible along the left edge, particularly near the staple areas. Corners appear relatively sharp, but there is a slight amount of blunting visible on the top right corner through the bag. Slight horizontal surface rub/scuff may be present near the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55 | Graded (9.8): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell between $35 and $50 due to the key content. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $140 range.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, if it can achieve a 9.8 after a professional press. This is a significant 'Modern Key' comic. A grade of 9.6 or lower might not justify the grading costs compared to current raw market value, so careful inspection for color-breaking ticks is required.
Notable Features
First 'Immortal Hulk' (specifically the reveal and origin of his immortality). Key resurrection of Bruce Banner. This is issue #684 in the overall Avengers numbering but #10 in the No Surrender arc. Features the iconic Mark Brooks Hulk cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Includes the 'Marvel Legacy' trade dress and legitimate barcode with the '00111' suffix indicating first printing. Paper stock is standard modern glossy finish.