ELFQUEST ##12
Marvel Comics (Epic Comics imprint) • Elfquest Vol. 1
Writer
Wendy Pini and Richard Pini
Interior Artist
Wendy Pini
Cover Artist
Wendy Pini
Publication Date
July 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue continues the 'Original Quest' saga. The story follows Cutter, leader of the Wolfriders, as he and his tribe navigate the dangers of the Sun Village and beyond. This specific issue features the chapter 'The Firstcomer'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Highly visible red circular sticker adhered to the front cover with handwritten '6'. Heavy spine stress including color-breaking ticks and horizontal creasing along the spine. Significant cover wear with scuffing and multiple color-breaking creases throughout. Bottom left corner shows significant blunting and possible water damage or heavy waviness. Top edge has multiple small tears and nicks.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00 | Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies typically sell in bulk lots for under $2. Near Mint raw copies regularly sell for $5-8. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold between $45 and $70 in the last year.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The presence of the adhesive sticker, heavy creasing, and general wear puts this in the lower grade spectrum (GD 2.0). The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Epic Comics reprint series of the original Warp Graphics self-published material. Notable for bringing independent characters to a mainstream Marvel-distributed audience. Features the iconic art of Wendy Pini. This copy features a 'direct edition' Epic Comics logo in the UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel/Epic production. Newsstand/Direct indicators match 1986 production standards. No signs of restoration, though the added sticker is a significant post-production defect.