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Omega Men #3
DC
•
1983
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Lobo, an intergalactic bounty hunter
[January 2023 - Jason Momoa speculated to play Lobo in James Gunn's DC films / December 2024 - confirmed]
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#10 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $379 vs the average $307 (+23%)
10 copies outsold the average
9.6 sold for $220 vs the average $148 (+49%)
8 copies outsold the average
9.4 sold for $125 vs the average $114 (+10%)
9.2 sold for $135 vs the average $108 (+25%)
8.0 sold for $125 vs the average $83 (+51%)
7.5 sold for $85 vs the average $72 (+18%)
This week marks the fourth time in 2026 that Omega Men #3 ranked on the Hot 10, largely due to interest in Jason Momoa’s portrayal of Lobo in the Supergirl movie, in theaters June 26, 2i026
1st appearance of Lobo, an intergalactic bounty hunter
[January 2023 - Jason Momoa speculated to play Lobo in James Gunn's DC films / December 2024 - confirmed]
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#10 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $379 vs the average $307 (+23%)
10 copies outsold the average
9.6 sold for $220 vs the average $148 (+49%)
8 copies outsold the average
9.4 sold for $125 vs the average $114 (+10%)
9.2 sold for $135 vs the average $108 (+25%)
8.0 sold for $125 vs the average $83 (+51%)
7.5 sold for $85 vs the average $72 (+18%)
This week marks the fourth time in 2026 that Omega Men #3 ranked on the Hot 10, largely due to interest in Jason Momoa’s portrayal of Lobo in the Supergirl movie, in theaters June 26, 2i026
Masters of the Universe #1
DC
•
1982
•
Vol. 1
Three-issue limited series published by DC
This is the first Masters of the Universe title published by a major comic book company
Earlier He-Man related comics were distributed with action figures and were more closely related to children's picture books
Between July/August 1982, there were 16 issues that went on sale with a 14-page preview
Five were published on July 13, 1982:
Firestorm #6, DC Comics Presents #51, Arak #15, Justice League of America #208, Wonder Woman #29
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#9 on the Hot 10
THIS WEEK’S RECORD-BREAKING SALES [Previous High In Brackets]
NEWSSTAND 9.0 sold for $129 [$110 in 2022] +17%
8.5 sold for $114 [$110 in 2021] +4%
NEWSSTAND 7.5 sold for $80 [$67 in 2022] +19%
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
CANADIAN PRICE VARIANT 9.8 sold for $560 vs the average $477 (+17%)
9.8 sold for $339 vs the average $289 (+17%)
9.6 sold for $160 vs the average $155 (+3%)
NEWSSTAND 9.6 sold for $215 vs the average $157 (+37%)
9.4 sold for $130 vs the average $99 (+31%)
NEWSSTAND 9.4 sold for $180 vs the average $128 (+41%)
9.2 sold for $110 vs the average $84 (+31%)
Masters of the Universe collectibles have experienced their biggest surge in decades following the release of the second trailer for the upcoming MGM live-action adaptation last week
That trailer has racked up 24 million views in under a week
This level of engagement bodes well for the franchise and the long-term collectability of both comics and action figures
By comparison, the Avengers: Doomsday Steve Rogers and Thor trailers both have 20 million views
Strong box office performance could fully revitalize the franchise and drive sustained collectability across comics and action figures for years to come
Three-issue limited series published by DC
This is the first Masters of the Universe title published by a major comic book company
Earlier He-Man related comics were distributed with action figures and were more closely related to children's picture books
Between July/August 1982, there were 16 issues that went on sale with a 14-page preview
Five were published on July 13, 1982:
Firestorm #6, DC Comics Presents #51, Arak #15, Justice League of America #208, Wonder Woman #29
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#9 on the Hot 10
THIS WEEK’S RECORD-BREAKING SALES [Previous High In Brackets]
NEWSSTAND 9.0 sold for $129 [$110 in 2022] +17%
8.5 sold for $114 [$110 in 2021] +4%
NEWSSTAND 7.5 sold for $80 [$67 in 2022] +19%
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
CANADIAN PRICE VARIANT 9.8 sold for $560 vs the average $477 (+17%)
9.8 sold for $339 vs the average $289 (+17%)
9.6 sold for $160 vs the average $155 (+3%)
NEWSSTAND 9.6 sold for $215 vs the average $157 (+37%)
9.4 sold for $130 vs the average $99 (+31%)
NEWSSTAND 9.4 sold for $180 vs the average $128 (+41%)
9.2 sold for $110 vs the average $84 (+31%)
Masters of the Universe collectibles have experienced their biggest surge in decades following the release of the second trailer for the upcoming MGM live-action adaptation last week
That trailer has racked up 24 million views in under a week
This level of engagement bodes well for the franchise and the long-term collectability of both comics and action figures
By comparison, the Avengers: Doomsday Steve Rogers and Thor trailers both have 20 million views
Strong box office performance could fully revitalize the franchise and drive sustained collectability across comics and action figures for years to come
Iron Man #1
Marvel
•
1968
•
Vol. 1
First ongoing title series featuring Iron Man
Origin of Iron Man
Identity of Big M revealed to be Whitney Frost, later known as Madame Masque, the daughter of Count Nefaria
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#8 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.5 sold for $1,525 vs the average $1,402 (+9%)
8.0 sold for $1,326 vs the average $1,289 (+3%)
7.0 sold for $898 vs the average $805 (+12%)
6.5 sold for $700 vs the average $644 (+9%)
5.5 sold for $580 vs the average $521 (+11%)
3.0 sold for $343 vs the average $341 (+1%)
This is the second time in 2026 that Iron Man #1 qualified for the list
First ongoing title series featuring Iron Man
Origin of Iron Man
Identity of Big M revealed to be Whitney Frost, later known as Madame Masque, the daughter of Count Nefaria
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#8 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.5 sold for $1,525 vs the average $1,402 (+9%)
8.0 sold for $1,326 vs the average $1,289 (+3%)
7.0 sold for $898 vs the average $805 (+12%)
6.5 sold for $700 vs the average $644 (+9%)
5.5 sold for $580 vs the average $521 (+11%)
3.0 sold for $343 vs the average $341 (+1%)
This is the second time in 2026 that Iron Man #1 qualified for the list
Conan the Barbarian #1
Marvel
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Conan the Barbarian
1st cameo appearance of King Kull
[March 2026 - A King Conan movie is moving forward at 20th Century Studios, with Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) writing and directing, and Arnold Schwarzenegger returning to portray the aging barbarian]
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#7 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.4 sold for $1,675 vs the average $1,274 (+31%)
9.0 sold for $979 vs the average $826 (+19%)
8.5 sold for $560 vs the average $551 (+2%)
7.5 sold for $385 vs the average $374 (+3%)
7.0 sold for $460 vs the average $342 (+35%)
4.5 sold for $230 vs the average $225 (+2%)
This week is the third in 2026 that Conan’s first appearance in comics ranked on the list due to Hollywood’s interest in making a King Conan film with Arnold Scwarzenegger back in the role of the aging barbarian
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been blessed by a string of movies that aligned perfectly with his acting method during an era when action cinema dominated the box office
The following is a list of the Austrian bodybuilder’s most successful films based on critical acclaim, revenue, and cultural impact:
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), The Terminator (1984), Predator (1987), Total Recall (1990), True Lies (1994), Conan the Barbarian (1982), Commando (1985), Kindergarten Cop (1990), The Running Man (1987), Twins (1988)
Conan the Barbarian served as Arnold’s breakout Hollywood role after he had already become a household name in bodybuilding by winning the Mr. Olympia title seven times
1st appearance of Conan the Barbarian
1st cameo appearance of King Kull
[March 2026 - A King Conan movie is moving forward at 20th Century Studios, with Christopher McQuarrie (Mission: Impossible) writing and directing, and Arnold Schwarzenegger returning to portray the aging barbarian]
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#7 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.4 sold for $1,675 vs the average $1,274 (+31%)
9.0 sold for $979 vs the average $826 (+19%)
8.5 sold for $560 vs the average $551 (+2%)
7.5 sold for $385 vs the average $374 (+3%)
7.0 sold for $460 vs the average $342 (+35%)
4.5 sold for $230 vs the average $225 (+2%)
This week is the third in 2026 that Conan’s first appearance in comics ranked on the list due to Hollywood’s interest in making a King Conan film with Arnold Scwarzenegger back in the role of the aging barbarian
Arnold Schwarzenegger has been blessed by a string of movies that aligned perfectly with his acting method during an era when action cinema dominated the box office
The following is a list of the Austrian bodybuilder’s most successful films based on critical acclaim, revenue, and cultural impact:
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), The Terminator (1984), Predator (1987), Total Recall (1990), True Lies (1994), Conan the Barbarian (1982), Commando (1985), Kindergarten Cop (1990), The Running Man (1987), Twins (1988)
Conan the Barbarian served as Arnold’s breakout Hollywood role after he had already become a household name in bodybuilding by winning the Mr. Olympia title seven times
Ghost Rider #1
Marvel
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
First solo titled series featuring Ghost Rider
1st cameo appearance of Daimon Hellstrom, Son of Satan, multiple panels in shadows
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#6 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $6,350 vs the average $6,108 (+4%)
8.0 sold for $635 vs the average $585 (+9%)
7.5 sold for $490 vs the average $488 (+0%)
6.5 sold for $471 vs the average $412 (+14%)
5.0 sold for $390 vs the average $323 (+21%)
This is the third time in 2026 that Ghost Rider #1 has appeared on the Hot 10, with renewed discussion around Ryan Gosling potentially playing Ghost Rider, driven in part by the actor’s appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast
During the interview, when asked about rumors of him playing Ghost Rider in the MCU, Gosling said, “We’ll keep hope alive. Some discussions have been had. It’s a complicated situation.”
First solo titled series featuring Ghost Rider
1st cameo appearance of Daimon Hellstrom, Son of Satan, multiple panels in shadows
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#6 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $6,350 vs the average $6,108 (+4%)
8.0 sold for $635 vs the average $585 (+9%)
7.5 sold for $490 vs the average $488 (+0%)
6.5 sold for $471 vs the average $412 (+14%)
5.0 sold for $390 vs the average $323 (+21%)
This is the third time in 2026 that Ghost Rider #1 has appeared on the Hot 10, with renewed discussion around Ryan Gosling potentially playing Ghost Rider, driven in part by the actor’s appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast
During the interview, when asked about rumors of him playing Ghost Rider in the MCU, Gosling said, “We’ll keep hope alive. Some discussions have been had. It’s a complicated situation.”
Batman #227
DC
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
Iconic cover art by Neal Adams inspired by Detective Comics #31 (1939)
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#5 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.5 sold for $2,558 vs the average $1,371 (+87%)
7.0 sold for $1,225 vs the average $1,046 (+17%)
6.5 sold for $967 vs the average $924 (+5%)
6.0 sold for $1,049 vs the average $834 (+26%)
5.0 sold for $648 vs the average $607 (+7%)
4.5 sold for $560 vs the average $545 (+3%)
3.5 sold for $450 vs the average $411 (+9%)
This is the first week that Batman #227 has ranked on the Hot 10 in 2026
Iconic cover art by Neal Adams inspired by Detective Comics #31 (1939)
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#5 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.5 sold for $2,558 vs the average $1,371 (+87%)
7.0 sold for $1,225 vs the average $1,046 (+17%)
6.5 sold for $967 vs the average $924 (+5%)
6.0 sold for $1,049 vs the average $834 (+26%)
5.0 sold for $648 vs the average $607 (+7%)
4.5 sold for $560 vs the average $545 (+3%)
3.5 sold for $450 vs the average $411 (+9%)
This is the first week that Batman #227 has ranked on the Hot 10 in 2026
Giant-Size X-Men #1
Marvel
•
1975
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of the new X-Men: Storm (1st), Nightcrawler (1st), Colossus (1st), Thunderbird (1st), Wolverine (3rd)
Many resources label this the 2nd full appearance of Wolverine and The Incredible Hulk #182 a second cameo
1st appearance of Illyana Rasputin as a child, later becomes Magik
Introduction of Krakoa, the Living Island
First use of the sound effect 'snikt' associated with Wolverine's claws
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#4 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.0 sold for $3,013 vs the average $2,877 (+5%)
7.0 sold for $2,224 vs the average $2,101 (+6%)
6.0 sold for $2,050 vs the average $1,794 (+14%)
5.0 sold for $1,650 vs the average $1,442 (+14%)
4.0 sold for $1,425 vs the average $1,197 (+19%)
RUSTED STAPLES 7.0 sold for $2,450 [No Previous Data]
This is the eighth week in 2026 that GSX #1 ranked on the Key Collector Comics Hot 10
1st appearance of the new X-Men: Storm (1st), Nightcrawler (1st), Colossus (1st), Thunderbird (1st), Wolverine (3rd)
Many resources label this the 2nd full appearance of Wolverine and The Incredible Hulk #182 a second cameo
1st appearance of Illyana Rasputin as a child, later becomes Magik
Introduction of Krakoa, the Living Island
First use of the sound effect 'snikt' associated with Wolverine's claws
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#4 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
8.0 sold for $3,013 vs the average $2,877 (+5%)
7.0 sold for $2,224 vs the average $2,101 (+6%)
6.0 sold for $2,050 vs the average $1,794 (+14%)
5.0 sold for $1,650 vs the average $1,442 (+14%)
4.0 sold for $1,425 vs the average $1,197 (+19%)
RUSTED STAPLES 7.0 sold for $2,450 [No Previous Data]
This is the eighth week in 2026 that GSX #1 ranked on the Key Collector Comics Hot 10
Incredible Hulk #181
Marvel
•
1974
•
Vol. 1
1st full appearance of Wolverine, final page cameo in issue #180
Marvel Value Stamp Series A #54 - Shanna the She-Devil
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#3 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.2 sold for $8,250 vs the average $7,398 (+12%)
8.5 sold for $4,900 vs the average $4,781 (+2%
8.0 sold for $5,300 vs the average $4,234 (+25%)
6.5 sold for $3,100 vs the average $3,033 (+2%)
6.0 sold for $3,000 vs the average $2,669 (+12%)
5.0 sold for $2,850 vs the average $2,467 (+16%)
2.0 sold for $1,738 vs the average $1,595 (+9%)
Hulk #181 ranks on the list for the ninth time in 2026
1st full appearance of Wolverine, final page cameo in issue #180
Marvel Value Stamp Series A #54 - Shanna the She-Devil
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#3 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.2 sold for $8,250 vs the average $7,398 (+12%)
8.5 sold for $4,900 vs the average $4,781 (+2%
8.0 sold for $5,300 vs the average $4,234 (+25%)
6.5 sold for $3,100 vs the average $3,033 (+2%)
6.0 sold for $3,000 vs the average $2,669 (+12%)
5.0 sold for $2,850 vs the average $2,467 (+16%)
2.0 sold for $1,738 vs the average $1,595 (+9%)
Hulk #181 ranks on the list for the ninth time in 2026
Amazing Spider-Man #129
Marvel
•
1974
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of the Punisher
1st appearance of the Jackal
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#2 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.2 sold for $3,134 vs the average $3,018 (+4%)
8.5 sold for $2,500 vs the average $2,101 (+19%)
8.0 sold for $2,574 vs the average $1,963 (+31%)
7.5 sold for $1,700 vs the average $1,568 (+8%)
7.0 sold for $1,700 vs the average $1,474 (+15%)
6.5 sold for $1,884 vs the average $1,247 (+51%)
6.0 sold for $1,299 vs the average $1,183 (+10%)
5.0 sold for $1,200 vs the average $1,021 (+18%)
4.0 sold for $903 vs the average $896 (+1%)
1.8 sold for $762 vs the average $573 (+33%)
This week marks the tenth time in fourteen weeks that the Punisher’s first appearance has landed on the Key Collector Comics Hot 10
This should come as no surprise given the high-profile projects set to feature the character, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Marvel Studios also tacked on a teaser to the mid-season Daredevil trailer promoting The Punisher: One Last Kill special, which airs May 12
1st appearance of the Punisher
1st appearance of the Jackal
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#2 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.2 sold for $3,134 vs the average $3,018 (+4%)
8.5 sold for $2,500 vs the average $2,101 (+19%)
8.0 sold for $2,574 vs the average $1,963 (+31%)
7.5 sold for $1,700 vs the average $1,568 (+8%)
7.0 sold for $1,700 vs the average $1,474 (+15%)
6.5 sold for $1,884 vs the average $1,247 (+51%)
6.0 sold for $1,299 vs the average $1,183 (+10%)
5.0 sold for $1,200 vs the average $1,021 (+18%)
4.0 sold for $903 vs the average $896 (+1%)
1.8 sold for $762 vs the average $573 (+33%)
This week marks the tenth time in fourteen weeks that the Punisher’s first appearance has landed on the Key Collector Comics Hot 10
This should come as no surprise given the high-profile projects set to feature the character, including Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Marvel Studios also tacked on a teaser to the mid-season Daredevil trailer promoting The Punisher: One Last Kill special, which airs May 12
Amazing Spider-Man #300
Marvel
•
1988
•
Vol. 1
1st full appearance of Venom
Peter Parker returns to his classic red-and-blue costume
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#1 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $2,657 vs the average $2,489 (+7%)
9.6 sold for $950 vs the average $833 (+14%)
9.4 sold for $650 vs the average $589 (+10%)
8 copies outsold the average
9.2 sold for $600 vs the average $505 (+19%)
9.0 sold for $508 vs the average $472 (+8%)
8.5 sold for $450 vs the average $403 (+12%)
Newsstand transactions that outsold the previous twelve-month average:
9.4 sold for $800 vs the average $729 (+10%)
9.0 sold for $680 vs the average $504 (+35%)
8.5 sold for $569 vs the average $427 (+33%)
8.0 sold for $430 vs the average $372 (+16%)
7.5 sold for $410 vs the average $339 (+21%)
6.5 sold for $475 vs the average $331 (+44%)
6.0 sold for $317 vs the average $306 (+4%)
5.5 sold for $300 vs the average $273 (+10%)
5.0 sold for $327 vs the average $273 (+20%)
This week is the sixth in 2026 that this milestone Spider-Man issue has landed on the Hot 10
And the first time it has taken the top spot
Earlier in the year, Venom fans received unexpected news when Sony announced an animated Venom project
There aren’t many details, but here’s what we know:
The film will be directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, known for their work on Final Destination Bloodlines
Producers include franchise veterans Amy Pascal, Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Kelly Marcel, and Tom Hardy
It remains unclear if Tom Hardy will portray Eddie Brock
The story is expected to feature a new animated take on Eddie Brock and Venom, potentially departing from the existing trilogy
No release date or casting details have been announced
In comics, Venom will be a key player in the Queen in Black crossover this summer, where the Asgardian goddess Hela seizes the power of Knull, the god of symbiotes, to unleash Hel on Earth
Next week, Web of Venom #1 will introduce a new Venom whose design is in the traditional Spider-Man red, blue and black – a design that was introduced in Venom #252 last year
1st full appearance of Venom
Peter Parker returns to his classic red-and-blue costume
Hot 10 Week 14
🏅#1 on the Hot 10
Transactions from this week that sold for higher than the previous twelve-month average:
9.8 sold for $2,657 vs the average $2,489 (+7%)
9.6 sold for $950 vs the average $833 (+14%)
9.4 sold for $650 vs the average $589 (+10%)
8 copies outsold the average
9.2 sold for $600 vs the average $505 (+19%)
9.0 sold for $508 vs the average $472 (+8%)
8.5 sold for $450 vs the average $403 (+12%)
Newsstand transactions that outsold the previous twelve-month average:
9.4 sold for $800 vs the average $729 (+10%)
9.0 sold for $680 vs the average $504 (+35%)
8.5 sold for $569 vs the average $427 (+33%)
8.0 sold for $430 vs the average $372 (+16%)
7.5 sold for $410 vs the average $339 (+21%)
6.5 sold for $475 vs the average $331 (+44%)
6.0 sold for $317 vs the average $306 (+4%)
5.5 sold for $300 vs the average $273 (+10%)
5.0 sold for $327 vs the average $273 (+20%)
This week is the sixth in 2026 that this milestone Spider-Man issue has landed on the Hot 10
And the first time it has taken the top spot
Earlier in the year, Venom fans received unexpected news when Sony announced an animated Venom project
There aren’t many details, but here’s what we know:
The film will be directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, known for their work on Final Destination Bloodlines
Producers include franchise veterans Amy Pascal, Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Kelly Marcel, and Tom Hardy
It remains unclear if Tom Hardy will portray Eddie Brock
The story is expected to feature a new animated take on Eddie Brock and Venom, potentially departing from the existing trilogy
No release date or casting details have been announced
In comics, Venom will be a key player in the Queen in Black crossover this summer, where the Asgardian goddess Hela seizes the power of Knull, the god of symbiotes, to unleash Hel on Earth
Next week, Web of Venom #1 will introduce a new Venom whose design is in the traditional Spider-Man red, blue and black – a design that was introduced in Venom #252 last year
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