Nexus Legends ##4
First Comics • Nexus Legends
Writer
Mike Baron
Interior Artist
Steve Rude
Cover Artist
Steve Rude
Publication Date
August 1989
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Nexus (Horatio Hellpop) continues his mission of executing mass murderers assigned to him by the alien entity known as the Merk. This series reprinted earlier material with updated colors.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks; blunting on the top-left and top-right corners; shelf wear along the right edge; slight waviness to the cover stock possibly indicating humidity exposure or improper storage.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this mid-run issue typically sell in bulk lots or for less than $5.00 individually. High-grade slabbed copies are rarely traded due to low demand and high production volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. The cost of professional grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the market value of the book. It is a common back-issue with moderate wear.
Notable Features
Reprint series highlighting early Mike Baron and Steve Rude stories with new coloring; features the iconic 'Nexus' logo design by Steve Rude.
Authentication Notes
Authentic First Comics production; high-gloss cover stock typical of 1989 independent publishing; staple alignment and ink density are consistent with original print runs.