Batman-Spawn: War Devil ##1
DC Comics • Batman-Spawn: War Devil (One-Shot)

Writer
Doug Moenche, Chuck Dixon, Alan Grant
Interior Artist
Klaus Janson
Cover Artist
Klaus Janson
Publication Date
Spring 1994
Cover Variant
Regular Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A cross-over event where Batman travels to New York to investigate a series of murders, leading him to clash and eventually team up with Spawn to stop the demon Croatoan.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible on left edge. Slight blunting on the top right corner. The cover gloss appears intact, though there is a possible small surface scuff or reflection near the 'Spawn' logo.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (9.8): $90 - $120
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $10 - $20 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $100 range.
Grading Recommendation
Likely not worth professional grading unless it is a sentimental piece. The estimated grade of 9.0 - 9.2 means the cost of grading may exceed the market value of the slabbed book.
Notable Features
Inter-company crossover between DC and Image Comics characters. Features the first meeting between Batman and Al Simmons (Spawn).
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1994 original based on the paper stock sheen and the specific DC logo of the era. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are evident.