Generation Next ##4
Marvel Comics • Generation Next Vol. 1
Writer
Scott Lobdell
Interior Artist
Chris Bachalo
Cover Artist
Chris Bachalo
Publication Date
June 1995
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A concluding chapter in the 'Age of Apocalypse' storyline. Colossus and Shadowcat lead their young students on a suicide mission into the Core to rescue Illyana Rasputin. The issue features the tragic deaths of several team members and emphasizes the grim tone of the alternate reality.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress markers, slight rounding of the top-left and bottom-left corners, light surface scuffing on the dark areas of the cover, and possible minor edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $5.00; Graded (9.8): $45.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $2 to $6 depending on shipping. Higher-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the range of $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8, which this copy's visible spine ticks preclude.
Notable Features
Part of the 'Age of Apocalypse' event; death of Generation Next team (Skin, Husk, Chamber, etc.); features the alternate-reality version of Colossus and Shadowcat; Direct Edition with barcode.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays the correct gloss finish consistent with mid-90s 'Deluxe Edition' Marvel stock. The barcode and internal branding logos (X-Men 30 Years) appear authentic to the print run.