Minotaur: The Cold Open ##0
Ignition Press • Minotaur
Writer
Si Spurrier
Interior Artist
Mike Dowling
Cover Artist
Mike Dowling
Publication Date
May 2024
Cover Variant
Regular / Comic Giveaway Day Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Minotaur follows a high-concept sci-fi narrative involving biological horrors and advanced technology. This #0 issue serves as a 'cold open' or prologue to set the stage for the main series, introducing the dark, atmospheric tone and visual style of the creators.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in exceptional condition with a sharp, flat spine and crisp corners. No visible spine stress, color breaks, or blunting are detectable in the image.
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $5.00 (Raw); $30.00 - $50.00 (Graded)
Recent Sales
Most copies are being distributed for free or bundled in low-cost promotional sets. Recent individual sales on secondary markets hover around $5 or less for raw copies.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental value is high. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a promotional giveaway issue with high supply and currently low collector demand.
Notable Features
Special 'Comics Giveaway Day' promotional edition. First appearance/prelude to the Minotaur series by Si Spurrier and Mike Dowling. Features a 'Free Mature' rating indicator on the barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic promotional release. High quality modern gloss finish on cover stock. Barcode suffix 00011 indicates first printing of the promotional variant.