TWIG #Issue #1
Image Comics • Twig (Miniseries)
Writer
Skottie Young
Interior Artist
Kyle Strahm
Cover Artist
Kyle Strahm
Publication Date
May 2022
Cover Variant
Regular/Cover A
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A high-stakes fantasy adventure following Twig, a young 'Placelings' apprentice, on a quest as he takes over for his father. Twig must deliver a mysterious artifact to save their world from total destruction.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible near the bottom left corner; sharp corners; cover gloss is excellent; color is vibrant; vertical alignment appears straight with no significant chipping or rolling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $35.00 - $55.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4 to $12 depending on shipping. CGC 9.8 copies routinely sell for around $45.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if part of a personal collection or if it is a guaranteed 9.8 after a press. Market value increase is minimal compared to the costs of grading and shipping for this specific issue.
Notable Features
First appearance of Twig and Splat. This issue features a fantasy world created by Skottie Young and is noted for its unique, Pixar-style aesthetic.
Authentication Notes
Official Image Comics trade dress and logos are present. Print quality and paper stock are consistent with 2020s Image standard production.