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BACK ISSUE #173
THIS IS A PRESALE LISTING | FOC DATE 10/26/2026 | ESTIMATED IN-STORE DATE 02/17/2027
Strap in! Back Issue #173 is heading “To the Stars!” Just in time for the 50th Anniversary of A New Hope, we’re taking a look back at Marvel’s original Star Wars run. Then there’s more galactic adventure with Space Family Robinson and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Plus, spotlights on Starhawk, Desaad, Dalgoda, DC’s Twilight, and “The Ballad of Halo Jones.” Featuring the work of Archie Goodwin, Walter Simonson, Roy Thomas, Jack Kirby, Steve Gerber, Al Milgrom, Alan Moore, Ian Gibson, Jan Strnad, Dennis Fujitake, Howard Chaykin, José Luis García-López, and others. Featuring a soaring Starhawk cover by Ron Wilson and Frank Giacoia! Edited by Roger Ash.
SHIPPING POLICY
Each comic is carefully bagged, boarded, and packed in sturdy materials. Orders with pre-sale items will ship when all items are released and processed.
COMBINED SHIPPING POLICY
Combined shipping available, calculated at checkout.
CONDITION POLICY
Stock photo listings guarantee comics to be roughly 9.2 NM- or better. Minor manufacturing defects may be present. Actual comic received matches depicted photo. Provided grades are subjective; buyers should assess using photos and descriptions.
PREVIEW IMAGES
Preview artwork may differ from actual comic cover when produced by publisher.
ALLOCATED PRODUCT
Allocated comics may have limited availability. Unfulfilled orders with allocated comics will be refunded.
INCENTIVES
Accidental listing of incentives for cover price will result in refund.
DAMAGES
Damaged comics from supplier will be replaced if possible. If replacement is unavailable, damaged copy or full refund will be offered.
Please ask questions and request additional photos before purchase, as returns are not accepted.
THIS IS A PRESALE LISTING | FOC DATE 10/26/2026 | ESTIMATED IN-STORE DATE 02/17/2027
Strap in! Back Issue #173 is heading “To the Stars!” Just in time for the 50th Anniversary of A New Hope, we’re taking a look back at Marvel’s original Star Wars run. Then there’s more galactic adventure with Space Family Robinson and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Plus, spotlights on Starhawk, Desaad, Dalgoda, DC’s Twilight, and “The Ballad of Halo Jones.” Featuring the work of Archie Goodwin, Walter Simonson, Roy Thomas, Jack Kirby, Steve Gerber, Al Milgrom, Alan Moore, Ian Gibson, Jan Strnad, Dennis Fujitake, Howard Chaykin, José Luis García-López, and others. Featuring a soaring Starhawk cover by Ron Wilson and Frank Giacoia! Edited by Roger Ash.
SHIPPING POLICY
Each comic is carefully bagged, boarded, and packed in sturdy materials. Orders with pre-sale items will ship when all items are released and processed.
COMBINED SHIPPING POLICY
Combined shipping available, calculated at checkout.
CONDITION POLICY
Stock photo listings guarantee comics to be roughly 9.2 NM- or better. Minor manufacturing defects may be present. Actual comic received matches depicted photo. Provided grades are subjective; buyers should assess using photos and descriptions.
PREVIEW IMAGES
Preview artwork may differ from actual comic cover when produced by publisher.
ALLOCATED PRODUCT
Allocated comics may have limited availability. Unfulfilled orders with allocated comics will be refunded.
INCENTIVES
Accidental listing of incentives for cover price will result in refund.
DAMAGES
Damaged comics from supplier will be replaced if possible. If replacement is unavailable, damaged copy or full refund will be offered.
Please ask questions and request additional photos before purchase, as returns are not accepted.