Youngblood ##0
Image Comics • Youngblood Vol. 1
Writer
Rob Liefeld
Interior Artist
Rob Liefeld
Cover Artist
Rob Liefeld
Publication Date
December 1992
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Origin of the Youngblood team and Prophet. Prophet (John Prophet) is introduced as a WWII-era super-soldier placed in stasis who awakens in the modern era. The story explores the corporate and government-sponsored nature of the Youngblood team members like Shaft, Badrock, and Diehard.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress marks visible on the left edge. The corners show slight blunting, particularly at the bottom right. The cover gloss appears intact but has some minor surface scuffing visible near the dark areas of the bottom. No major color-breaking creases are apparent from this angle.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $10 plus shipping. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range, often making the cost of grading higher than the market value of the book.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. This was a high-print run book from the 90s copper/modern age and has limited market growth. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees would likely exceed the final market value of a 9.0-9.4 grade copy.
Notable Features
First appearance of Prophet (cameo in back-up). Features a classic Rob Liefeld cover. This is a Direct Edition as indicated by the 'Image' logo/blank UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1992 printing. Printing quality is consistent with Image Comics' early output, including the specific paper stock and saturated ink density characteristic of the period. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are visible.