CGC-certified Killing Joke and G.I. Joe Among Comics in February ComicConnect Sale

Whether you collect comics from the Bronze or Modern Age, ComicConnect is offering dozens of classics certified by Certified Guaranty Company® (CGC®). Online bidding is already underway for ComicConnect’s Winter Mega-Monthly Auction, which will be held February 10-12, 2025.

Among the comics featured in this auction is a Batman: The Killing Joke #nn graded CGC 9.8. Written by Alan Moore and released in 1988, this graphic novel is a haunting exploration of the Joker’s origins and his attempt to drive Commissioner Gordon insane, pushing Batman’s moral limits. The graphic novel is infamous for its brutal treatment of Barbara Gordon, leaving her paralyzed and sparking debates over its portrayal of violence. While it was initially a standalone story, Barbara's paralysis became a pivotal element of DC continuity, leading to her transformation into Oracle.

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Also available is a G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #21 graded CGC 9.6. Published in 1984, this comic marks the first appearance of Storm Shadow, the enigmatic ninja who would become one of the series’ most iconic characters. Introduced as Cobra Commander’s bodyguard and assassin, Storm Shadow’s loyalty was as mysterious as his past, tied to a complex history with Snake Eyes, his former friend and rival. The issue hints at their shared connection through the Arashikage ninja clan, setting the stage for one of the most compelling rivalries in comic book history.

Other CGC-certified comics available in this auction are:

• an Incredible Hulk #3 graded CGC 0.5
• an Incredible Hulk #6 graded CGC 2.0
• an Incredible Hulk #180 graded CGC 4.0
• a Saga of the Swamp Thing #37 graded CGC 9.4
• a Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen #134 graded CGC 4.0
• a Tomb of Dracula #1 graded CGC 5.0
• an Ultimate Fallout #4 graded CGC 9.6
• an Uncanny X-Men #213 graded CGC 9.8
• an Uncanny X-Men #266 graded CGC 9.6
• an X-Men #14 graded CGC 4.5

About CGC

Since revolutionizing comic book grading in 2000, CGC has grown to include certification services for a vast variety of pop culture collectibles. These divisions include CGC Cards, CGC Video Games and CGC Home Video. CGC Cards provides expert card grading for TCGs, sports cards and non-sports cards. CGC Video Games is dedicated to video game grading for the most popular consoles, including Nintendo, Sega, Atari, PlayStation and more. The newest division of CGC, CGC Home Video, provides expert VHS grading in addition to other types of home media, including Betamax tapes, DVDs and Blu-ray discs.