ROM #1 (2016, IDW Publishing) — Toy Variant Cover

This listing presents the Toy Variant Cover for ROM #1, the relaunch of the classic Spaceknight franchise under IDW Publishing. This edition features artwork modeled after the original Parker Brothers ROM action figure, making it a preferred variant for collectors seeking a more nostalgic presentation. The issue also includes the Darwyn Cooke memorial tribute on the back cover, as featured across IDW titles released following his passing.

This first issue reintroduces ROM, the Dire Wraiths, and the foundation of IDW’s updated continuity. It remains a desirable modern key for readers and collectors who follow IDW’s licensed science-fiction lines.

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Item Details

Publisher: IDW Publishing

Series: ROM

Issue Number: 1

Release Year: 2016

Cover: Toy Variant (Cover B)

Writer: Chris Ryall, Christos Gage

Artist: David Messina

Cover Artist: IDW Toy Variant Design

UPC: 827714011166 00121

Format: Single Issue (Standard Comic Size)

Universe: IDW Universe

Features: Variant Cover, First Issue, Darwyn Cooke Tribute Page

Characters: ROM, Dire Wraiths, Darby Mason, Camilla Byers

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Condition

VF/NM (9.0–9.2).

The cover retains strong gloss with clean, sharp edges. Spine is tight with minimal handling wear. Interior pages are clean and well preserved. Stored bagged and boarded in a smoke-free and climate-controlled environment.

ROM 1 Toy Variant, IDW ROM, ROM Spaceknight, IDW 2016 comic, ROM variant cover, Chris Ryall, David Messina

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