Darkhold Alpha ##1
Marvel Comics • Darkhold Alpha Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Orlando
Interior Artist
Cian Tormey
Cover Artist
Juan Frigeri
Publication Date
November 2021
Cover Variant
Design Variant (Juan Frigeri)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff) gathers a group of heroes (Iron Man, Wasp, Black Bolt, Blade, and Spider-Man) to read from the Darkhold to stop the elder god Chthon. Reading the book drives the heroes insane, transforming them into 'Defiled' versions of themselves.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high grade based on the image provided through the polybag. Sharp corners and edges are visible, with no major color-breaking spine ticks. Slight blunting might be present on the top left corner. The blue circular sticker is on the bag, not the comic itself.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 / Graded (CGC 9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent sales for the Frigeri Design Variant typically fall between $4 and $12 for raw copies. Graded sales are infrequent for this specific variant as it is not a major key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) plus shipping exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is best kept raw in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Design Variant cover; Features Scarlet Witch prominently; Leads into the Darkhold event series; barcode ends in '00131' (indicating Issue 1, Cover C/Variant 3, First Printing).
Authentication Notes
Modern age printing on high-gloss stock with standard 2020s Marvel trade dress. Authentic direct edition barcode present.