Storm ##1
Marvel Comics • Storm Vol. 1 (1996 Limited Series)
Writer
Warren Ellis
Interior Artist
Terry Dodson
Cover Artist
Terry Dodson
Publication Date
February 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Gold Foil Title)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue of a 4-part limited series. Storm travels to Cairo, Egypt, following a psychic summons, leading her to confront her past as a thief and a young street urchin under the Shadow King's influence. Features Mikhail Rasputin and Gene Nation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The book appears well-preserved in a polybag. Visible spine stress ticks (color-breaking) along the left edge. Minor blunting on the top left and bottom right corners. Light surface scuffing on the black ink areas and minor shelf wear consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $10. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell in the $75 range depending on auction timing.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the collector is seeking a personal 'slabbed' copy. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$50) plus shipping often exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
First solo limited series for Storm (Ororo Munroe). Features a gold foil stamped title logo. Direct Edition indicated by the barcode box format.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1996 Marvel production. Foil stamping is consistent with manufacturing standards of the era. The barcode (09281 03443) and price ($2.95) are correct for the US Direct Edition release.