The Doom Patrol #1 (CGC Graded 9.6) DC Comics October 1987 (Direct Sale edition) First Issue with Wraparound Cover
$119.95
The issue successfully bridges the gap between the tragic 1960s silver-age era and the modern 1980s landscape. It sets up the emotional stakes and the mystery of the Chief’s whereabouts, which would later pave the way for Grant Morrison’s legendary run on the title.
In The Doom Patrol #1, the team rebuilds after its original members were tragically presumed dead years earlier. Arani Caulder (known as Celsius) tracks down the wreckage of the original team’s island explosion. She discovers her husband and team founder, Niles Caulder (The Chief), in an empty wheelchair, which leads her to believe he might still be alive. Celsius sets out to reunite the surviving members of the franchise. She first travels to an asylum to recruit Cliff Steele (Robotman), who is suffering from severe depression and stagnation. Meanwhile, a dangerous metahuman energy being named Kalki threatens the world, forcing the heroes out of hiding. Celsius raises a new team dynamic, also bringing in Joshua Clay (Tempest), a mutant and military deserter who is hesitant to fight again. The issue successfully bridges the gap between the tragic 1960s silver-age era and the modern 1980s landscape. It sets up the emotional stakes and the mystery of the Chief’s whereabouts, which would later pave the way for Grant Morrison’s legendary run on the title.
Features
This comic kicked off the team’s second ongoing series, written by Paul Kupperberg, with art and a memorable wraparound cover by Steve Lightle
The Direct Sale edition (often preferred by comic shops and collectors) is notable for containing no external commercial advertisements, keeping the focus entirely on the story and the art
The premier issue features Arani Caulder (Celsius) discovering the wheelchair of her supposedly deceased husband, Niles Caulder, prompting her to track down and reunite the team’s scattered remnants, including Robotman and Tempest
As revealed in this issue, Joshua Clay has been living the past several years under the assumed name of Jonathan Carmichael
Grading Details:
Title: The Doom Patrol #1
CGC Universal Grade: 9.6
Number: 4168569006
Grading Notes: White pages
Slab condition: Excellent – no cracks or scuffing present
Note: While we make every effort to note any significant damage to slabs, any CGC case may display minor imperfections, including Newton rings, slight inner well scuffing (present at the time of encapsulation), or standard surface wear (minor scratches/scuffing). If minor imperfections in the case concern you, please review the item images carefully before ordering.
The Doom Patrol #1 (CGC Graded 9.6) DC Comics October 1987 (Direct Sale edition) First Issue with Wraparound Cover
$119.95
The issue successfully bridges the gap between the tragic 1960s silver-age era and the modern 1980s landscape. It sets up the emotional stakes and the mystery of the Chief’s whereabouts, which would later pave the way for Grant Morrison’s legendary run on the title.
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In The Doom Patrol #1, the team rebuilds after its original members were tragically presumed dead years earlier. Arani Caulder (known as Celsius) tracks down the wreckage of the original team’s island explosion. She discovers her husband and team founder, Niles Caulder (The Chief), in an empty wheelchair, which leads her to believe he might still be alive. Celsius sets out to reunite the surviving members of the franchise. She first travels to an asylum to recruit Cliff Steele (Robotman), who is suffering from severe depression and stagnation. Meanwhile, a dangerous metahuman energy being named Kalki threatens the world, forcing the heroes out of hiding. Celsius raises a new team dynamic, also bringing in Joshua Clay (Tempest), a mutant and military deserter who is hesitant to fight again. The issue successfully bridges the gap between the tragic 1960s silver-age era and the modern 1980s landscape. It sets up the emotional stakes and the mystery of the Chief’s whereabouts, which would later pave the way for Grant Morrison’s legendary run on the title.
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Grading Details:
Publication Details:
Note: While we make every effort to note any significant damage to slabs, any CGC case may display minor imperfections, including Newton rings, slight inner well scuffing (present at the time of encapsulation), or standard surface wear (minor scratches/scuffing). If minor imperfections in the case concern you, please review the item images carefully before ordering.
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