What If...? ##94
Marvel Comics • What If... Vol. 2
Writer
Jorge Gonzalez
Interior Artist
Dan Lawlis
Cover Artist
Carlos Pacheco
Publication Date
February 1997
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'What if the Juggernaut Had Defeated the X-Men?'. This issue explores an alternate reality where Cain Marko (The Juggernaut) successfully destroys the X-Men during their first encounter. The story depicts a world spiraling into chaos under his uncontrolled power, known as 'The Kingdom of Cain'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. The top right and bottom right corners show very slight blunting. Deep color saturation remains intact with no visible color-breaking creases across the main cover art.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $3 and $8 on secondary marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping) would likely exceed the final market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Features a prominent Juggernaut cover by Carlos Pacheco. Includes appearances by the original X-Men team and Sentinels. This is part of the late 90s 'What If' run which had lower print runs than the 80s era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel production. Features the period-accurate 'Marvel Comics' corner box with X-Men logo and a standard barcode for direct market distribution.