ROBOTECH THE MACROSS SAGA ##10
Comico Comics • Robotech: The Macross Saga (1984 Series)
Writer
Carl Macek / Jack Herman
Interior Artist
Neil Vokes
Cover Artist
Svea Macek
Publication Date
March 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Adaptation of the classic 1980s anime. This issue features the Zentraedi leader Breetai battling a Veritech fighter. Storyline follows Rick Hunter and the crew of the SDF-1 as they face the increasing threat of the Zentraedi invasion.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy horizontal crease through the center of the cover. Significant spine roll/rounding. Corner blunting on all four corners. Minor spine stress and edge wear. Surface wear across the pink background areas. Probable tanning to interior pages based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5. Graded: $20 - $35 (low commercial demand in this grade).
Recent Sales
Near Mint (9.4+) copies sell for $15-$25. Low-grade copies like this one typically sell in bulk lots or discount bins for under $5.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition. This is a common copper-age book that only holds high value in 9.8 condition.
Notable Features
Includes the 'As Seen on TV!' logo on the bottom right. Notable for being part of the first American comic adaptation of the Macross/Robotech franchise. Features iconic 'Copper Age' independent publisher branding.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. The print registration, Comico logo placement, and paper texture are consistent with 1986 mid-grade independent comic stock. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.