Jim Lee WildC.A.T.S: Covert-Action-Teams #2
Image Comics • WildC.A.T.S: Covert-Action-Teams Vol. 1
Writer
Brandon Choi and Jim Lee
Interior Artist
Jim Lee and Scott Williams
Cover Artist
Jim Lee and Scott Williams
Publication Date
October 1992
Cover Variant
Prism Foil Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Standard early Image era action featuring the WildC.A.T.S team including Spartan, Zealot, Grifter, Voodoo, Maul, and Warblade. The story involves their ongoing conflict with the Daemonites and Helspont.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The book displays sharp corners and vibrant colors. There is minor spine stress visible particularly near the staples. The prism foil is resilient but shows very slight surface wear typical of the material. Edges appear clean within the protective sleeve.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 9.8): $70 - $100
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell between $8 and $15 depending on the level of foil scratching. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $85 range.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8 or higher. The high production volume of the 90s keeps the value lower for mid-to-high raw grades. A professional cleaning and press might help if there is non-color-breaking spine stress.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive circular pattern prism foil cover which was a hallmark of 1990s 'speculator' gimmick covers. Includes the first appearance of the character Misery.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. The prism foil effect is consistent with 1992 manufacturing standards. The $2.50 price point on the cover confirms the foil edition (the regular edition was $1.95).