Codename: Stryke Force ##14
Image Comics • Codename: Stryke Force Vol. 1
Writer
Whilce Portacio, Brian Haberlin
Interior Artist
Mel Rubi
Cover Artist
Whilce Portacio
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Stryke Force is a team of mercenaries led by Morgan Stryker. In this arc, the team continues to navigate the complex world of industrial espionage and high-tech combat typical of the Cyberforce universe. This issue involves the continued fallout of team betrayals and cybernetic evolution.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate wear visible: blunt and dinged corners (especially top left), significant color-breaking spine ticks, vertical surface creasing on the left side, and some edge wear. The cover exhibits minor scratching and lack of original gloss.
Estimated Market Value
$1.00 - $3.00 (Raw) / $20.00 - $30.00 (Graded 9.8)
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots for $1.00 or less per issue. High-grade (9.8) copies occasionally sell for $25 on eBay, but demand is low.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the comic, especially in this mid-grade condition.
Notable Features
This is a standard late-run issue from the original Image series. It features Whilce Portacio's distinct 90s artistic style and a focus on cybernetic detailing. No major first appearances or keys are associated with this specific issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic original printing. The paper stock appears to be the standard semi-gloss cover used by Image Comics in the mid-1990s. The direct edition indicates a lack of barcode on the front, typical for comics sold through specialty shops during this era.