Once Upon a Time at the End of the World ##1
BOOM! Studios • Once Upon a Time at the End of the World Vol. 1
Writer
Jason Aaron
Interior Artist
Alexandre Tefenkgi
Cover Artist
Frany
Publication Date
November 2022
Cover Variant
Frany Secret Variant (Virgin/Textless)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A post-apocalyptic love story following Maceo, a shut-in who has survived the end of the world in a high-tech tower, and Mezzy, a wasteland survivor. This issue sets up their meeting and the three-act structure of the series spanning years.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in excellent condition within a polybag/board. There is a slight blunt on the bottom left corner and minor evidence of spine stress likely caused by the bag tension. Surface gloss remains high with no visible color breaks.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies of this specific Frany secret variant typically sell for $15 plus shipping on secondary markets like eBay. Graded copies remain relatively flat in value due to high print runs of variant covers.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. The cost of grading (approx $35-50) likely exceeds the immediate market value gain, as the comic would need to return a 9.8 to break even.
Notable Features
First appearance of Maceo and Mezzy. This is a 'Secret Variant' featuring art by Frany, which was distributed as a surprise inclusion in some retailer orders. It features a textless cover style (Virgin).
Authentication Notes
The high-gloss finish and modern paper stock are consistent with BOOM! Studios' 2022 production standards. The 'virgin' cover treatment without logos or barcodes is a standard intentional variant design for this series.