X-FORCE ##18
Marvel Comics • X-Force Vol. 1
Writer
Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Greg Capullo
Cover Artist
Greg Capullo
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 12 (Conclusion) of the X-Cutioner's Song crossover event. Stryfe and Cable battle to the death on the Moon inside a force field. Key plot resolution involving the Summers' lineage and the release of the Legacy Virus.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Cover remains bright and reflective. Minor blunting at the top right corner. Slight spine stress visible near the lower third. Edges appear sharp, though slightly off-center alignment with white edge visible on right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded 9.8: $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5.00 on secondary markets. High-grade slabbed copies maintain value primarily for registry set collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the market value for this specific issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or higher.
Notable Features
Features the 30th Anniversary Spider-Man 'Captain Universe' head logo in the UPC box. Final chapter of X-Cutioner's Song. Death of Stryfe and Cable (later resurrected).
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. High-gloss cover stock typical of 1990s Marvel Direct Edition issues. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.