The Strangers ##23
Malibu Comics / Ultraverse • The Strangers (1993)
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Rick Hoberg
Cover Artist
Rick Hoberg
Publication Date
April 1995
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The issue features Lady Killer and Yrial in 'Mountain Madness.' The Strangers must deal with the threat of Taboo and internal group conflicts. Key characters include Lady Killer, Yrial, Electrocute, and Zip-Zap.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor color-breaking stress lines along the spine, specifically near the lower staple. Slight blunting at the top-right and bottom-left corners. Minor surface wear and gloss loss visible in dark areas.
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw), $25.00 - $35.00 (9.8 Graded)
Recent Sales
Individual copies generally sell in bulk lots or for less than $5 on secondary markets like eBay. Graded copies for this specific issue are rare due to low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the service far exceeds the market value of the book. It is a common back-issue from the late Copper Age/Early Modern Age.
Notable Features
Malibu Ultraverse branding; Direct Edition UPC; features appearances by Ultraverse mainstays Lady Killer and Yrial. No major first appearances or deaths of significant historical importance.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Malibu Comics gloss and paper stock consistent with 1995 publication standards. Spine alignment and color saturation appear correct for an original printing.