Ghost Rider/Blaze: Spirits of Vengeance ##22
Marvel Comics • Ghost Rider/Blaze: Spirits of Vengeance (1992-1994)
Writer
Howard Mackie
Interior Artist
Henry Martinez
Cover Artist
Al Rio
Publication Date
May 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Cardiac Attack! Johnny Blaze and Ghost Rider encounter the vigilante Cardiac. The story follows the 'Midnight Sons' era where Blaze uses a hellfire shotgun while Vengeance (Michael Badilino) fills the role of the Spirit of Vengeance alongside Danny Ketch.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors (ticks) along the left edge, slight color rubbing on the black background, corner blunting on the bottom left and top right, and minor edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition consistently sell for $2 to $5 in bulk lots or as individual low-value bins. Graded high-grade copies (9.8) rarely appearing but holding around $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $30-$50) exceeds the market value of the book. It is a common 90s copper-age issue without major key significance.
Notable Features
Guest appearance by Cardiac. Part of the 1990s 'Midnight Sons' brand expansion. Direct Edition with UPC barcode and 'Midnight Sons' dagger logo on cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel production. Features standard semi-gloss cover stock, newsprint-style interior pages, and correct 1994 price point ($1.95 US).