Bloodstrike ##2
Image Comics • Bloodstrike Vol. 1
Writer
Rob Liefeld & Eric Stephenson
Interior Artist
Dan Fraga
Cover Artist
Dan Fraga
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline follows Cabbot Stone and his team of undead super-agents, Bloodstrike, as they carry out black ops missions for Project: Born Again. In this issue, the team deals with internal conflict and high-octane combat typical of the early Image/Extreme Studios era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Corners appear relatively sharp but may have slight blunting on the bottom right. White cover shows slight off-white aging, common for 90s newsprint-adjacent stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded (9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this issue typically range from $1.00 to $4.00 plus shipping. Graded copies rarely enter the market due to high census fees vs lower market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the early work of Dan Fraga and the iconic '90s aesthetic established by Rob Liefeld. Key features include the debut of the 'Extreme Studios' style and the team-up of various Project: Born Again members.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. High-gloss cover with standard 1993 Image Comics printing markers, including the specific 'I' logo and Dan Fraga's signature box in the lower right corner.