Mantra ##9
Malibu Comics • Mantra (Ultraverse)
Writer
Mike W. Barr
Interior Artist
Terry Dodson
Cover Artist
Terry Dodson
Publication Date
March 1994
Cover Variant
Regular Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Mantra battles a new foe as the storyline titled 'The Puppet Master' concludes. Lukasz (Mantra) continues to struggle with being reincarnated into a female body while maintaining the warrior spirit of a 1,500-year-old man. Features appearances by Archimage and Warstrike.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible near the top left corner, slight blunting on the top right corner, and very faint surface scuffing on the black header area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded (CGC 9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade raw copies vary between $1.00 and $4.00 as part of bulk lots or individual 'dollar bin' sales. Graded copies of this specific issue are rare due to low ROI.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) significantly exceeds the market value of the book. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Part of the Malibu Ultraverse line; prominent Terry Dodson early cover art. Contains the 'Ultraverse' logo in the top left corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Malibu glossy paper stock. Correct color registration for the period and era-appropriate $1.95 cover price.