Batman: The Cult ##2
DC Comics • Batman: The Cult Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Berni Wrightson and Bill Wray
Cover Artist
Berni Wrightson
Publication Date
July 1988
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part two of the prestige format limited series 'Capture'. Batman is captured, brainwashed, and tortured by Deacon Blackfire and his underground cult.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting, a price sticker affixed to the upper left cover area, overall good gloss and clean covers.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 to $20; Graded CGC 8.0 value estimated around $35 to $50.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies of this issue range from $15 to $30 depending on platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete four-issue set, as the raw value does not sufficiently offset grading fees.
Notable Features
Prestige format square-bound miniseries, iconic painted cover art by horror master Berni Wrightson, important dark Batman storyline.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard DC bullet logo, correct square-bound spine, paper stock, and printing quality consistent with 1988 releases.