If Destruction Be Our Lot... ##1
Image Comics • If Destruction Be Our Lot
Writer
Matthew Rosenberg and Mark Clyne
Interior Artist
Andy MacDonald
Cover Artist
Andy MacDonald
Publication Date
July 2024
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Indicia likely indicates Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A sci-fi noir story set in a dystopian future exploring themes of societal collapse and the remnants of humanity within a sprawling urban landscape. It features a protagonist navigating a world where past destructions dictate current survival.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate vertical creasing/subscription-style fold running down the left side of the cover art; significant spine stress marks; corner blunting on the bottom right; slight surface wear on the tan/light-colored borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $5.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales show this modern release generally selling at or below its $3.99 cover price in raw condition; high-grade slabs (9.8) have limited sales history but typically settle near the cost of grading for non-key modern indie titles.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The visible vertical crease and spine stress would likely cap the grade at an 8.0 or lower, making the cost of grading significantly higher than the market value of the book.
Notable Features
First issue of the series; collaboration between Matthew Rosenberg (of What's the Furthest Place From Here?) and artist Andy MacDonald; distinctive 'antique' parchment-style cover design; Image Comics 'i' logo with no price/barcode on some promotional or early copies.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern comic. Paper stock is standard modern semi-gloss for the interior with a matte finish for this specific cover design. Printing registration and logo placement are consistent with Image Comics standards.