Batman: Fear State Alpha ##1
DC Comics • Batman: Fear State Alpha
Writer
James Tynion IV
Interior Artist
Riccardo Federici
Cover Artist
Nathan Szerdy
Publication Date
October 2021
Cover Variant
Poison Ivy Variant Cover / Store Exclusive (Ragin Canadian Comics)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The kick-off of the 'Fear State' event. Gotham City is pushed to the brink by the Scarecrow and the Magistrate. The story includes Batman, Poison Ivy (in her 'Queen Ivy' persona), Harley Quinn, and the introduction of Anti-Oracle.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The book appears largely high-grade with sharp corners and vibrant colors. Minimal shelf wear is visible; potential minor spine stress and light blunting on the top-left corner are standard for retail copies.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent sales of Szerdy variants for modern DC keys range between $20 and $40 depending on the specific retailer limited print run.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless you are a Poison Ivy completist or confident in a 9.8 grade. A professional press could mitigate minor surface wear to ensure a higher grade.
Notable Features
This specific cover features a highly detailed portrait of Poison Ivy by Nathan Szerdy. It is a store exclusive variant. The issue serves as a key prologue to one of the major Batman events of the 2020s.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with modern direct market variant printings. Heavy paper stock, modern gloss finish, and correct trade dress placement for a Ragin Canadian Comics exclusive.