Children of the Voyager ##1 of 4
Marvel Comics (Frontier Comics imprint) • Children of the Voyager Vol. 1
Writer
Nick Abadzis
Interior Artist
Paul Johnson
Cover Artist
Paul Johnson
Publication Date
September 1993
Cover Variant
Regular cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of a 4-issue limited series published under the short-lived Frontier Comics imprint. The story is a psychological horror/sci-fi tale following Samuel Merrick, who discovers a gateway to a strange dimension through a family painting. It explores themes of interdimensional travel and cosmic horror.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Slight edge wear and surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover. Slight vertical bowing due to improper storage.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00 / Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Low market activity; typically found in dollar bins or as part of 1990s bulk lots. High-grade graded copies rarely appear in major auctions.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value is significantly lower than the cost of grading fees. Best suited for raw collection.
Notable Features
Part of Marvel UK's 'Frontier Comics' imprint designed for mature readers. Features early work by Nick Abadzis and Paul Johnson. Includes a Direct Edition bar code without a UPC number.
Authentication Notes
The high-gloss cover and standard 1990s white paper stock are consistent with Marvel production from 1993. No known counterfeits of this specific series exist due to its low collectible value.