WildC.A.T.S: Covert-Action-Teams ##1
Image Comics • WildC.A.T.S: Covert-Action-Teams Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Lee & Brandon Choi
Interior Artist
Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Cover Artist
Jim Lee & Scott Williams
Publication Date
August 1992
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of the WildC.A.T.S team, including Spartan, Grifter, Zealot, Voodoo, Maul, Warblade, and Void. The story introduces the ancient war between the Kherubim and the Daemonites on Earth.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Appears to be in high grade within a polybag; minor blunting on the top-left corner and very slight spine stress marks from production or storage. The cover gloss remains vibrant under the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (9.8): $60-$90
Recent Sales
High-volume sales frequently occur for around $5 raw; CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for $70-$85 depending on market demand and sleeve condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or higher. The high print run (over 1 million copies) makes lower grades economically unviable due to grading fees exceeding market value.
Notable Features
First team appearance of WildC.A.T.S; foundational Image Comics title; Jim Lee iconic cover art; widely produced during the '90s speculator boom.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features the original $1.95 cover price and the '1st Senses Shattering Issue!' burst on the lower left. No signs of restoration visible.