Strikeforce: Morituri ##1 First Issue!
Marvel Comics • Strikeforce: Morituri Vol. 1
Writer
Peter B. Gillis
Interior Artist
Brent Anderson
Cover Artist
Brent Anderson
Publication Date
December 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of the Strikeforce Morituri team. Set in a future where Earth is occupied by alien 'Horde' invaders, humans undergo a process to gain superpowers to fight back, but the process is fatal, giving them only one year to live. Characters include Vyking, Marathon, Snap-dragon, and others.
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. Some surface scuffing and light scratches or 'waviness' visible through the polybag which may indicate slight moisture impact or poor storage. A noticeable white reflection/mar on the upper left near the title suggests a possible crease or surface defect.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Near Mint graded copies (9.8) have recently sold in the range of $65-$85 depending on the auction platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value of a high-grade copy does not currently justify the grading fees ($25+) plus shipping and insurance. This is a common copper age book with a high print run.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Strikeforce Morituri. Features the iconic black Spider-Man head in the UPC/barcode box, denoting a Direct Market copy meant for comic shops rather than newsstands.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel production. Features standard Newsprint interior pages and a semi-glossy cover consistent with 1986 Marvel publishing standards.