STARK FUTURE ##5
Aircel Comics • Stark Future Vol. 1
Writer
Ron Fortier
Interior Artist
Mac Gagne
Cover Artist
Ron Fortier and Mac Gagne
Publication Date
September 1988
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A cyberpunk/sci-fi adventures series set in the 21st century. It follows the protagonist Stark in a dystopian future filled with high-tech weaponry and biomechanical threats. This issue continues the underground resistance storyline.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress with small color-breaking ticks visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor edge wear at the top of the spine. Surface appears bright with good gloss through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8. Graded (9.8): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent sales show this individual issue frequently sells in bulk lots or for approximately $5.00 plus shipping in raw mid-to-high grade condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a lower-demand independent title from the late 80s with minimal investment upside.
Notable Features
Features a dark, H.R. Giger inspired biomechanical cover art style typical of Aircel's 1980s output. Includes the Aircel logo in the bottom left corner box indicating the $1.75 US / $2.00 CAN price point.
Authentication Notes
This is an authentic first printing by Aircel Comics. The print quality is consistent with late-80s independent press techniques, featuring newsprint interior pages and a light gloss cardstock cover.