Invincible #1
Image Comics · 2003 · Near Mint (NM) · Robert Kirkman · Cory Walker
🔑 KEY ISSUE: First issue of the Invincible series, first appearance of Mark Grayson as Invincible. This is additionally a rare retailer exclusive Limited Edition variant published by Larry's Wonderful World of Comics with a gold cover.
This is Invincible #1, the first issue of Robert Kirkman's landmark superhero series published by Image Comics in December 2003, making it the first appearance of Mark Grayson as the hero Invincible. This copy is the exceptionally scarce Larry's Wonderful World of Comics Limited Edition retailer exclusive variant, distinguishable by its striking gold foil-style cover, making it far rarer than the standard first print and one of the most coveted versions of this already iconic debut issue. The CGC label confirms it as a Limited Edition with a back cover pin-up by Rich Woodall and Matt Talbot.
Robert Kirkman went on to become one of the most celebrated writers in modern comics, also creating The Walking Dead, and Invincible was his defining superhero work, running for 144 issues and building a universe that rivalled Marvel and DC in ambition. Cory Walker's clean, dynamic linework set the visual tone for the entire series before Ryan Ottley took over art duties. The Amazon Prime Video animated adaptation of Invincible has driven enormous collector demand for first issues, particularly high-grade slabbed copies and rare variants, pushing values to new heights.
- ⭐ This Larry's Wonderful World of Comics Limited Edition variant of Invincible #1 is a retailer exclusive with a gold-toned cover and a back cover pin-up by Rich Woodall and Matt Talbot, making it significantly rarer than the standard first print.
- ⭐ Robert Kirkman also created The Walking Dead and is one of Image Comics' most successful writers, while Cory Walker was the original artist who established the visual identity of Invincible before Ryan Ottley joined.
- ⭐ The Amazon Prime Video Invincible animated series has driven sustained collector demand for high-grade slabbed copies of the first issue, particularly rare variants, making this CGC 9.6 copy highly sought after.
Condition: Graded CGC 9.6 Near Mint Plus with White Pages, this slab is in outstanding condition presenting a virtually flawless example of this landmark issue. The CGC case itself is clean and undamaged with the label clearly readable.
For a collector pursuing the definitive copy of Invincible #1, this Larry's Limited Edition exclusive in CGC 9.6 with White Pages is as close to the ultimate version of this key as you will find, combining the scarcity of a low-print retailer variant with a near-perfect grade that would anchor any serious Image Comics or Kirkman collection.
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