Battle Chasers ##3
Image Comics (Cliffhanger! Imprint) • Battle Chasers Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Madureira, Munier Sharrieff
Interior Artist
Joe Madureira (Pencils), Tom McWeeney (Inks)
Cover Artist
Joe Madureira (Artist), Liquid! (Colors)
Publication Date
July 1998
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Battle Chasers is an iconic high-fantasy series by Joe Madureira. This issue continues the story of Gully, Garrison, Knolan, and Red Monika as they navigate a world of magic and technology. In this issue, Red Monika (featured on the cover) takes center stage as she interacts with the main party.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high-grade condition. Notable issues visible through the bag include minor spine stress ticks (color-breaking at the top edge), slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor shelf wear. The surface gloss is vibrant and the centering is excellent.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $6.00 to $8.00 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell in the $50 range, though demand is niche.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx. $30-40) plus shipping exceeds the market value of the book in most grades below a 9.8.
Notable Features
Features Red Monika on the cover. Direct Sales edition noted by UPC barcode. Representative of the late '90s 'Cliffhanger!' era of Image Comics with highly stylized 'Amerimanga' art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. High ink saturation and glossy cover stock typical of 1990s Image/Wildstorm productions. Correct UPC code for issue #3 (709853040217 00311).