Carnage: Black, White & Blood ##1
Marvel Comics • Carnage: Black, White & Blood
Writer
Donny Cates, Benjamin Percy, Tini Howard
Interior Artist
Ken Lashley, Sara Pichelli, Gerardo Zaffino
Cover Artist
InHyuk Lee
Publication Date
March 2021
Cover Variant
Variant/B Cover (InHyuk Lee Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology series featuring various stories of Cletus Kasady, better known as Carnage. The issue includes the stories 'Love Story', 'End of the Trail', and 'You Are Carnage'. It explores the character's chaotic nature through a limited color palette of black, white, and red.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Generally sharp corners and flat surface; however, minor spine stress and surface reflections suggest slight handling wear or minor production ticks. Small possible corner blunting on the bottom left.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $15.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this variant have averaged between $8 and $18 depending on condition. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell for approximately $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless you are certain it will achieve a 9.8. The value increase for a 9.4 or 9.6 does not currently justify the grading fees plus shipping costs.
Notable Features
Anthology format; distinctive InHyuk Lee cover art; limited color thematic presentation; modern variant edition.
Authentication Notes
The high-gloss cover finish, modern trade dress, and specific 'Variant Edition' numbering box are consistent with authentic 2021 Marvel modern era printing standards.