Battle Chasers ##1
Image Comics • Battle Chasers (Cliffhanger Edition)
Writer
Joe Madureira
Interior Artist
Joe Madureira
Cover Artist
Joe Madureira
Publication Date
April 1998
Cover Variant
Another Universe Exclusive (Red Monika Peek Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The debut issue of Joe Madureira's fantasy series featuring Garrison, Gully, Knolan, Calibretto, and Red Monika. The story follows young Gully who inherits the powerful gauntlets of her missing father.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible near the staple area; slight blunting on the bottom-left corner; some surface scuffing on the bottom edge near the artist credits.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (9.0-9.6): $80 - $150; Graded (9.8): $250 - $400+
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade raw copies vary between $35 and $60. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $350 to $450 depending on market timing.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended if the book is a high-grade candidate (9.6+). A professional clean and press is advised to remove minor waves and surface dirt to aim for a 9.8, which significantly increases the value.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Battle Chasers cast. This is a rare 'Another Universe' retail variant featuring Red Monika with an suggestive 'Take a Peek' speech bubble.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Cliffhanger/Image logo present. Correct 1998 price point ($2.50). High-gloss paper stock consistent with the era and variant production.