Harbinger Files ##1
Valiant Comics • Harbinger Files (1994)
Writer
Maurice Fontenot
Interior Artist
Sean Chen
Cover Artist
Sean Chen
Publication Date
August 1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features the comprehensive origin of Toyo Harada, the powerful psiot and antagonist of the Harbinger series. It serves as a dossier-style book profiling members of the Harbinger foundation and detailing the history of the Harbinger wars.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The cover shows crisp colors with minor blunting at the top-left corner. Slight spine stress is visible near the upper staple. There appears to be minor edge wear along the right side, but the overall surface gloss is well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $3 - $8. Graded 9.8 copies occasionally surface in the $50 range, though demand is moderate.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the current market value of the book for any grade below a 9.8.
Notable Features
Features the Origin of Toyo Harada. Part of the 'Chaos Effect' era of Valiant Comics. Contains character files/bios and a new framing story with Harada.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1994 Valiant production. Features the standard glossy cover stock and higher-quality paper typical of Valiant's mid-90s output. UPC and price positioning are consistent with direct-market distribution.