Nexus Legends ##2
First Comics • Nexus Legends
Writer
Mike Baron
Interior Artist
Steve Rude
Cover Artist
Steve Rude
Publication Date
June 1989
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Nexus Legends is a series that reprints the early adventures of Horatio Hellpop (Nexus). In this issue, Nexus continues his mission as an executioner of mass murderers, dealing with the psychological toll and the cosmic powers granted to him by the Merk. The story features high-concept sci-fi themes and iconic art by Steve Rude.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks that appear to break color along the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom left corner. Some light surface scuffing visible in the dark areas of the cover art. The edges show slight shelf wear but remain relatively crisp.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded: $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade raw copies vary between $2 and $10 on secondary markets. There is a low volume of graded sales for this specific reprint series compared to the original volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a reprint series and generally holds less value than the original Nexus #2 (1983).
Notable Features
Reprint series beginning in 1989. Features the early, critically acclaimed work of Baron and Rude. This specific series was intended to introduce the character to a wider audience with improved paper quality and coloring compared to the very early magazine/indie runs.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic First Comics publication. The cover displays the $1.50 price point and 'First Comics' logo in the upper left corner consistent with the 1989 release. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are visible.