ROBOTECH THE MACROSS SAGA ##11
Comico Comics • Robotech: The Macross Saga (1984 Series)
Writer
Mike Baron
Interior Artist
Neil Vokes
Cover Artist
Svea Macek
Publication Date
September 1985
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Adapts 'First Contact' from the Robotech anime series. Rick Hunter and Lisa Hayes are captured by the Zentraedi. To prove that humans are not biologically identical to Zentreadi 'microns,' Rick and Lisa are forced to kiss in front of Breetai and Exedore, causing shock and cultural confusion among the giants who do not understand affection.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, significant corner blunting at bottom left and top left, edges show minor wear with white paper showing through the black ink. Top edge appears slightly wavy. Surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (9.8): $100.00 - $130.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-grade condition typically sell for $5 to $8 on auction sites. Near Mint copies reach the $15-$20 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic shows multiple color-breaking spine stresses and corner wear that would likely limit the grade to a 6.0-7.0 range. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Features the iconic 'First Kiss' scene between Rick Hunter and Lisa Hayes, a pivotal moment in the series romance. Includes 'As Seen on TV!' logo on cover.
Authentication Notes
The comic exhibits authentic 1980s Comico printing characteristics, including the high-contrast black cover ink which is prone to showing spine stress. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are present.