Justice Machine ##1
Comico Comics • Justice Machine: Featuring the Elementals (Four Issue Mini-Series)
Writer
Bill Willingham
Interior Artist
Bill Willingham
Cover Artist
Bill Willingham
Publication Date
May 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Justice Machine, a superhero team from the planet Gehenna, meets the Elementals. This mini-series follows their interaction and helps bridge storylines between publishers (as Justice Machine moved from Noble Comics to Comico).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks (ticks), corner blunting at the top right, and minor edge wear along the bottom. The cover shows slight surface scratches and mild discoloration near the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $2-$5. High-grade (9.8) slabbed copies occasionally reach $55 on auction platforms.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of a mid-grade raw copy. It is best enjoyed as a reader copy or in a protective bag/board.
Notable Features
First Comico appearance of Justice Machine. Features characters like Challenger, Diviner, and Titan. Bill Willingham art/writing (creator of Fables). Contains barcode (Direct Edition).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the standard 1980s newsprint/glossy cover stock mix used by Comico. Staple placement is correct for the era, and the 'CDC' distributor logo and $1.50 price point are consistent with the 1986 release.