Medieval Spawn Witchblade ##1
Image Comics • Medieval Spawn/Witchblade (1996)
Writer
Garth Ennis
Interior Artist
Brandon Peterson
Cover Artist
Brandon Peterson and Matt Banning (Batt)
Publication Date
May 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A high-fantasy crossover event featuring the medieval incarnations of Image Comics' flagship characters. Sir John of York (Medieval Spawn) and Katarina (Medieval Witchblade) join forces to battle a dark sorcerer and the powers of the Abyss. This series is notable for being written by Garth Ennis.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress concentrated along the top and bottom edges. Slight corner blunting on the bottom right. Minor surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover, likely from bag/board friction. Gloss is high and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5 to $10 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently settled between $65 and $80 including shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading exceeds the current market value for raw or mid-grade copies. However, it is a great candidate for a press to improve the spine presence.
Notable Features
First meeting of Medieval Spawn and Medieval Witchblade. Significant crossover between Todd McFarlane's Spawn universe and Marc Silvestri's Witchblade universe. Garth Ennis writing credit.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features the standard $2.50 US / $3.55 CAN price point and the 'Brando 95' signature in the plate. High gloss cover stock characteristic of mid-90s Image output.