The One ##1 of a six-issue limited series
Epic Comics (imprint of Marvel Comics) • The One
Writer
Rick Veitch
Interior Artist
Rick Veitch
Cover Artist
Rick Veitch
Publication Date
July 1985
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A satirical and deconstructionist take on the superhero genre from a Cold War perspective. It features Charles Itch and the evolution of 'The One'. Key characters include Bog, The Other, and double-agents involved in superpower experimentation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding of the bottom-left corner; minor spine stress; faint surface wear on the bright orange/yellow cover. Edges show slight whitening typical of age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.6+): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently realized prices between $75 and $110, though volume is low.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection or if it is estimated as a 9.8. The value increase rarely covers the cost of grading and shipping for this specific title.
Notable Features
Deconstructionist work by Rick Veitch; Published under Marvel's creator-owned Epic imprint; Parody of Tide detergent packaging on the cover; Notable for its early use of mature themes in superhero comics.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features the standard glossy cover stock utilized by Epic Comics in the mid-80s and correct pricing ($1.50 US).