|
| Book | Total Submissions | CGC 10.0 | CGC 9.9 | CGC 9.8 | CGC 9.6 | CGC 9.4 | All Others | Average Grade* |
| 1. Amazing Spider-Man 300 (1988, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st full appearance of Venom (Eddie Brock). Thing appearance. Last black costume. David Michelinie story Todd McFarl | 41,272 | 0 | 10 | 2,238 | 5,892 | 6,635 | 26,497 | 8.58 |
| 2. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 8 (1984, Marvel Comics) Origin of the alien symbiote that eventually becomes Venom. Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty cover & art | 37,070 | 5 | 29 | 8,325 | 8,568 | 5,681 | 14,462 | 9.04 |
| 3. Amazing Spider-Man 361 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Carnage (Cletus Kasady). David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 34,509 | 0 | 5 | 7,905 | 11,540 | 6,304 | 8,755 | 9.35 |
| 4. Wolverine Limited Series 1 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st solo Wolverine comic. Yukio cameo on last page. Chris Claremont story Frank Miller & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 33,255 | 4 | 43 | 6,163 | 7,368 | 5,573 | 14,104 | 9.02 |
| 5. New Mutants 98 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Deadpool (Wade Wilson) Gideon & Copycat (Vanessa Carlysle) as Domino. Rictor leaves the New Mutants. Rob Li | 33,082 | 1 | 13 | 5,642 | 8,562 | 5,761 | 13,103 | 9.09 |
| 6. Uncanny X-Men 266 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Gambit. Mystique appearance. Chris Claremont story Mike Collins & Joe Rubinstein art Andy Kubert cove | 29,092 | 0 | 16 | 5,190 | 7,615 | 5,197 | 11,074 | 9.13 |
| 7. X-Men 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Acolytes. Four different covers exist that form a single image. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott W | 28,997 | 0 | 12 | 16,468 | 5,995 | 2,502 | 4,020 | 9.55 |
| 8. Amazing Spider-Man 252 (1984, Marvel Comics) Ties with Marvel Team-Up #141 for 1st appearance of the black costume. Amazing Fantasy #15 cover homage. Roger Stern & Tom De | 28,019 | 0 | 8 | 2,442 | 5,255 | 5,125 | 15,189 | 8.86 |
| 9. Venom: Lethal Protector 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st Venom in his own title. Spider-Man appearance. Red holo-grafx foil cover. David Michelinie story Bagley, de la Rosa & Mil | 27,133 | 11 | 42 | 14,413 | 5,659 | 2,854 | 4,154 | 9.54 |
| 10. Wolverine 1 (1988, Marvel Comics) 1st Wolverine as Patch. Back cover pin-up by John Byrne. Chris Claremont story John Buscema & Al Williamson art John Buscema | 23,738 | 1 | 15 | 4,543 | 5,022 | 4,061 | 10,096 | 9.09 |
| 11. Spider-Man 1 Silver Edition (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 22,860 | 31 | 163 | 14,564 | 3,713 | 1,697 | 2,692 | 9.62 |
| 12. Star Wars 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 1 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin art Howard Chaykin & Tom Palmer cover | 20,791 | 0 | 0 | 1,362 | 2,778 | 3,169 | 13,482 | 8.55 |
| 13. Amazing Spider-Man 129 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Punisher (Frank Castle) and the Jackal. Gerry Conway story, Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt ar | 20,561 | 0 | 0 | 240 | 653 | 1,028 | 18,640 | 6.89 |
| 14. Incredible Hulk 181 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Wolverine (James "Logan" Howlett). Wendigo appearance. Len Wein story Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel art He | 20,161 | 0 | 1 | 190 | 461 | 668 | 18,841 | 6.53 |
| 15. Ultimate Fallout 4 (2011, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Spider-Man (Miles Morales). Poly-bag removed. Bendis, Hickman & Spencer story Pichelli, Larroca & C | 20,112 | 0 | 1 | 5,125 | 5,729 | 3,321 | 5,936 | 9.36 |
| 16. Spider-Man 1 (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 16,450 | 13 | 104 | 10,798 | 2,476 | 1,133 | 1,926 | 9.62 |
| 17. Incredible Hulk 340 (1988, Marvel Comics) Hulk vs. Wolverine. X-Men & Leader appearance. Peter David story Todd McFarlane art Todd McFarlane & Bob Wiacek cover | 16,379 | 0 | 3 | 1,771 | 3,475 | 3,019 | 8,111 | 8.92 |
| 18. Savage She-Hulk 1 (1980, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of She-Hulk (Jennifer Walters). Origin of the Hulk retold. Stan Lee story John Buscema & Chic Stone a | 16,079 | 0 | 3 | 3,025 | 3,807 | 2,438 | 6,806 | 8.95 |
| 19. X-Men 4 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Omega Red (Arkady Rossovich). Jim Lee & John Byrne story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover & art | 16,022 | 0 | 1 | 6,194 | 4,204 | 2,218 | 3,405 | 9.43 |
| 20. New Mutants 87 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Cable, Stryfe & the Mutant Liberation Front. Louise Simonson story Rob Liefeld & Bob Wiacek art Rob Liefel | 16,019 | 0 | 5 | 3,080 | 4,048 | 2,795 | 6,091 | 9.17 |
| 21. Giant-Size X-Men 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new X-Men, Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus & Thunderbird. 2nd full appearance of Wolverine. Len Wein stor | 15,441 | 0 | 1 | 300 | 525 | 717 | 13,898 | 6.69 |
| 22. Amazing Spider-Man 238 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Hobgoblin. Manufactured with "Tattooz" insert & sample. Roger Stern story John Romita Sr. & Jr. cover & | 14,374 | 0 | 2 | 1,000 | 2,315 | 2,120 | 8,937 | 8.67 |
| 23. Amazing Spider-Man 194 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Black Cat (Felicia Hardy). Text illo. of Black Cat by Dave Cockrum. Marv Wolfman story Keith Pollard & | 14,192 | 0 | 4 | 682 | 1,460 | 1,626 | 10,420 | 8.02 |
| 24. Infinity Gauntlet 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story George P?rez & Joe Rubinstein art George P?rez cover | 14,024 | 0 | 0 | 4,050 | 3,726 | 2,048 | 4,200 | 9.31 |
| 25. Amazing Spider-Man 316 (1989, Marvel Comics) Venom & Black Cat appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 13,999 | 1 | 12 | 2,744 | 3,248 | 2,301 | 5,693 | 9.07 |
| 26. Moon Knight 1 (1980, Marvel Comics) Part 1 of the origin of Moon Knight. 1st appearance of Raoul Bushman. Doug Moench story Bill Sienkiewicz cover & art | 12,921 | 0 | 0 | 1,487 | 2,895 | 2,557 | 5,982 | 9.01 |
| 27. Spider-Man 2099 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Origin Spider-Man 2099 (Miguel O'Hara). Red foil cover. Peter David story Rick Leonardi & Al Williamson cover & art | 12,466 | 0 | 9 | 4,436 | 2,883 | 3,048 | 2,090 | 9.50 |
| 28. Avengers Annual 10 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Rogue & Madelyn Pryor. Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers & New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants appearance. Chr | 12,412 | 0 | 1 | 1,180 | 2,383 | 2,248 | 6,600 | 8.82 |
| 29. Web of Spider-Man 1 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Vulturions. Louise Simonson story Greg LaRocque & Jim Mooney art Charles Vess cover | 12,336 | 1 | 11 | 3,553 | 3,159 | 1,978 | 3,634 | 9.27 |
| 30. Amazing Spider-Man 298 (1988, Marvel Comics) 1st Todd McFarlane Spider-Man. 1st appearance of Eddie Brock in cameo. Chance appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarla | 12,295 | 0 | 3 | 1,377 | 2,631 | 2,399 | 5,885 | 9.00 |
| 31. Thor 337 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Beta Ray Bill. Nick Fury appearance. Walt Simonson story, cover & art | 12,062 | 0 | 3 | 1,931 | 2,843 | 2,258 | 5,027 | 9.08 |
| 32. Amazing Spider-Man 362 (1992, Marvel Comics) Carnage, Venom & Human Torch appearance. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 12,015 | 5 | 10 | 5,800 | 3,071 | 1,376 | 1,753 | 9.54 |
| 33. X-Men 94 (1975, Marvel Comics) New X-Men begin. Sunfire leaves. 2nd appearance of Nightcrawler, Storm, Thunderbird & Colossus. Len Wein & Chris Claremont st | 11,542 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 153 | 362 | 10,967 | 6.81 |
| 34. Amazing Spider-Man 299 (1988, Marvel Comics) Venom cameo. Chance appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane & Bob McLeod art Todd McFarlane cover | 11,393 | 0 | 3 | 1,875 | 2,770 | 2,083 | 4,662 | 9.11 |
| 35. Fantastic Four 48 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Silver Surfer and Galactus (cameo last page). Inhumans and Watcher appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby an | 11,079 | 0 | 1 | 50 | 111 | 144 | 10,773 | 5.30 |
| 36. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 1 (1984, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 11,070 | 0 | 1 | 2,335 | 2,709 | 1,877 | 4,148 | 9.14 |
| 37. Uncanny X-Men 221 (1987, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mister Sinister (Nathaniel Essex). Marauders appearance. Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Dan Green c | 10,978 | 0 | 5 | 2,723 | 2,630 | 1,804 | 3,816 | 9.19 |
| 38. Amazing Spider-Man 365 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Spider-Man 2099. Gatefold Venom/Carnage poster by Mark Bagley. Hologram cover. David Michelinie & Tom DeFal | 10,922 | 0 | 0 | 3,079 | 3,366 | 1,934 | 2,543 | 9.42 |
| 39. X-Men 1 Special Collectors Edition (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Acolytes. Magneto appearance. Double gatefold cover. No ads. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Will | 10,898 | 0 | 24 | 6,914 | 1,923 | 872 | 1,165 | 9.63 |
| 40. Amazing Spider-Man 4 (2014, Marvel Comics) Cindy Moon becomes Silk. Black Cat & Morlun cameo. Dan Slott story Humberto Ramos & Victor Olazaba art Humberto Ramos cover | 10,874 | 1 | 13 | 7,843 | 1,633 | 671 | 713 | 9.68 |
| 41. Eternals 1 (1976, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of the Eternals. Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & John Verpoorten art Jack Kirby & Frank Giacoia cover | 10,332 | 0 | 0 | 703 | 1,681 | 1,805 | 6,143 | 8.69 |
| 42. Spider-Woman 1 (1978, Marvel Comics) Marv Wolfman story Carmine Infantino & Tony DeZuniga art Joe Sinnott cover | 10,330 | 0 | 0 | 1,989 | 2,709 | 1,665 | 3,967 | 9.11 |
| 43. Wolverine Limited Series 2 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Yukio. Chris Claremont story Frank Miller & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 10,243 | 0 | 7 | 1,600 | 2,255 | 1,878 | 4,503 | 9.01 |
| 44. Spider-Man 1 Gold Edition (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Indicia states "Second Printing". Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 10,131 | 0 | 20 | 4,919 | 1,942 | 1,115 | 2,135 | 9.47 |
| 45. Incredible Hulk 180 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Wolverine in cameo on last page. Wendigo appearance. Len Wein story Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel art Herb Trim | 10,067 | 0 | 0 | 97 | 225 | 387 | 9,358 | 6.75 |
| 46. X-Men 141 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st app. Rachel (Phoenix II), Avalanche, Destiny, Pyro & alternate future X-Men. Mystique, Blob & Robert Kelly app. Chris Cla | 10,055 | 0 | 1 | 1,116 | 1,933 | 1,766 | 5,239 | 8.79 |
| 47. Iron Man 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Iron Man and Sub-Mariner #1 Origin of Iron Man retold. Archie Goodwin story Gene Colan and Johnny Craig | 10,024 | 0 | 3 | 46 | 108 | 216 | 9,651 | 6.18 |
| 48. Uncanny X-Men 282 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Bishop, Malcolm & Randall in cameo on last page. Direct Editions have 8 page ad insert. Whilce Portacio & J | 9,982 | 0 | 0 | 2,370 | 2,892 | 1,878 | 2,842 | 9.33 |
| 49. X-Men 101 (1976, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Phoenix. Black Tom Cassidy & Juggernaut appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Frank Chi | 9,680 | 0 | 0 | 269 | 584 | 825 | 8,002 | 7.68 |
| 50. Nova 1 (1976, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Nova (Richard Rider). 1st appearance of Ginger Jaye. Marv Wolfman story John Buscema & Joe Sinnott | 9,679 | 0 | 0 | 708 | 1,528 | 1,609 | 5,834 | 8.65 |
| 51. X-Factor 6 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Apocalypse (En Sabah Nur). Alliance of Evil (Tower, Frenzy, Stinger, Timeshadow) appearance. Louise Si | 9,465 | 0 | 2 | 1,501 | 2,375 | 1,727 | 3,860 | 9.11 |
| 52. G.I. Joe, A Real American Hero 1 (1982, Marvel Comics) Based on the Hasbro toy line. Larry Hama story Don Perlin & Jack Abel art Herb Trimpe & Bob McLeod cover & art | 9,463 | 0 | 3 | 1,319 | 1,814 | 1,651 | 4,676 | 8.90 |
| 53. Wolverine Limited Series 3 (1982, Marvel Comics) Chris Claremont story Frank Miller & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 9,400 | 0 | 8 | 1,347 | 2,144 | 1,673 | 4,228 | 8.99 |
| 54. Amazing Spider-Man 363 (1992, Marvel Comics) Carnage, Venom, Human Torch & Mister Fantastic appearance. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 9,328 | 1 | 1 | 4,217 | 2,517 | 1,154 | 1,438 | 9.51 |
| 55. Amazing Spider-Man 121 (1973, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Gwen Stacy. Green Goblin appearance. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover Gil Kane, John Romita and Tony Mortell | 9,204 | 0 | 0 | 114 | 278 | 484 | 8,328 | 7.11 |
| 56. Edge of Spider-Verse 2 (2014, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Spider-Woman (Gwen Stacy). Jason Latour story Robbi Rodriguez cover & art | 9,045 | 0 | 5 | 4,435 | 2,533 | 1,008 | 1,064 | 9.56 |
| 57. X-Men 129 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kitty Pryde, the White Queen (Emma Frost) & Sebastian Shaw. Mastermind appearance. Chris Claremont story Jo | 9,025 | 0 | 0 | 541 | 1,290 | 1,430 | 5,764 | 8.51 |
| 58. Ms. Marvel 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) 1st Carol Danvers as Ms. Marvel. Scorpion, J. Jonah Jameson & Mary Jane Watson appearance. Peter Parker cameo. Gerry Conway s | 9,015 | 0 | 0 | 405 | 933 | 1,161 | 6,516 | 8.34 |
| 59. Amazing Spider-Man 50 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kingpin (Wilson Fisk). Origin of Spider-Man retold. Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon cameo. Stan Lee story John | 8,952 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 20 | 61 | 8,862 | 5.45 |
| 60. Wolverine Limited Series 4 (1982, Marvel Comics) Chris Claremont story Frank Miller & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 8,933 | 0 | 6 | 1,570 | 1,854 | 1,449 | 4,054 | 8.97 |
| 61. Darth Vader 3 (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Doctor Chelli Aphra, Triple Zero (0-0-0) & BT-1. Kieron Gillen story Salvador Larroca art Adi Granov cover | 8,801 | 0 | 0 | 4,847 | 2,452 | 764 | 738 | 9.62 |
| 62. Daredevil 168 (1981, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Elektra. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 8,749 | 0 | 0 | 400 | 1,068 | 1,366 | 5,915 | 8.44 |
| 63. Amazing Spider-Man v2 #36 (2001, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #477 9/11 World Trade Center story. J. Michael Straczynski story John Romita Jr. & Scott Hanna art | 8,704 | 7 | 29 | 2,248 | 3,284 | 1,475 | 1,661 | 9.47 |
| 64. Spectacular Spider-Man 1 (1976, Marvel Comics) Tarantula appearance. Gerry Conway story Sal Buscema & Mike Esposito art Sal Buscema & John Romita cover | 8,677 | 0 | 0 | 1,063 | 1,906 | 1,633 | 4,075 | 8.96 |
| 65. Transformers 1 (1984, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st comic appearance of the Autobots & the Decepticons. Bill Mantlo & Ralph Macchio story Frank Springer & Kim DeMu | 8,667 | 0 | 4 | 901 | 1,691 | 1,439 | 4,632 | 8.77 |
| 66. Amazing Spider-Man 375 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Anne Weying. John Jameson & Chameleon backup stories. Holo-grafx cover. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley | 8,600 | 0 | 1 | 3,669 | 2,135 | 1,153 | 1,642 | 9.49 |
| 67. Fantastic Four 52 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Black Panther (T'Challa). Inhumans appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 8,569 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 48 | 8,498 | 5.30 |
| 68. Silver Surfer 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Silver Surfer. Tales of the Watcher begin. Origin of the Watchers. Stan Lee story, John Buscema cover John Busc | 8,525 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 51 | 114 | 8,349 | 5.70 |
| 69. Iron Fist 14 (1977, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Sabretooth (Victor Creed). Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Dan Green art Al Milgrom cover | 8,312 | 0 | 0 | 289 | 678 | 870 | 6,475 | 7.88 |
| 70. Star Wars 42 (1980, Marvel Comics) Part 4 of "The Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. Star Wars British cover gallery. Archie Goodwin story Al Williamson & C | 8,265 | 0 | 1 | 640 | 1,237 | 1,318 | 5,069 | 8.58 |
| 71. X-Men Annual 14 (1990, Marvel Comics) Fantastic Four & Ahab appearance. Gambit cameo (predates Uncanny X-Men #266). Pinups by Kevin Nowlan & Michael Golden. Chris | 8,168 | 0 | 6 | 2,205 | 1,810 | 1,130 | 3,017 | 9.14 |
| 72. Daredevil 181 (1982, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Elektra. Bullseye & Kingpin appearance. Punisher cameo. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 8,130 | 0 | 6 | 2,045 | 2,448 | 1,310 | 2,321 | 9.29 |
| 73. Amazing Spider-Man 301 (1988, Marvel Comics) Silver Sable appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 8,059 | 0 | 0 | 334 | 1,691 | 1,737 | 4,297 | 8.92 |
| 74. Venom 3 (2018, Marvel Comics) Venom #168 1st full appearance of Knull. Spider-Man (Miles Morales) appearance. Donny Cates story Ryan Stegman cover & art | 8,037 | 0 | 1 | 5,958 | 1,382 | 350 | 346 | 9.71 |
| 75. Uncanny X-Men 142 (1981, Marvel Comics) "Deaths" of alternate future Wolverine, Storm & Colossus. Sentinels, Robert Kelly & Brotherhood of Evil Mutants app. Chris Cl | 7,906 | 0 | 1 | 843 | 1,628 | 1,375 | 4,059 | 8.81 |
| 76. Amazing Spider-Man 122 (1973, Marvel Comics) "Death" of the Green Goblin. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover Gil Kane, John Romita and Tony Mortellaro art | 7,822 | 0 | 1 | 125 | 259 | 533 | 6,904 | 7.30 |
| 77. Fantastic Four 49 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Galactus. 2nd appearance of the Silver Surfer. 1st Silver Surfer and Galactus cover. Stan Lee story Ja | 7,664 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 35 | 7,613 | 5.27 |
| 78. NYX 3 (2004, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of X-23 (Laura Kinney). Joe Quesada story Joshua Middleton cover & art | 7,622 | 0 | 5 | 2,926 | 2,044 | 1,037 | 1,610 | 9.45 |
| 79. Uncanny X-Men 244 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Jubilee (Jubilation Lee). Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Dan Green cover & art | 7,563 | 0 | 1 | 1,794 | 1,944 | 1,287 | 2,537 | 9.22 |
| 80. Amazing Spider-Man 101 (1971, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Morbius, the Living Vampire (Doctor Michael Morbius). Lizard appearance. Last 15 cent issue. Roy Thomas sto | 7,559 | 0 | 0 | 49 | 102 | 161 | 7,247 | 6.35 |
| 81. Conan the Barbarian 1 (1970, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Conan. 1st appearance of King Kull in cameo. Roy Thomas story Barry Windsor-Smith and Dan Adkin | 7,383 | 0 | 0 | 129 | 259 | 438 | 6,557 | 7.30 |
| 82. Daredevil 1 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Daredevil (Matt Murdock). 1st appearance of Karen Page and Foggy Nelson. Stan Lee story Bill Eve | 7,258 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 33 | 45 | 7,177 | 4.43 |
| 83. Marvel Spotlight 5 (1972, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze). 1st appearance of Roxanne Simpson. Gary Friedrich and Roy Thomas sto | 7,232 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 48 | 115 | 7,062 | 6.19 |
| 84. Avengers 57 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Silver Age Vision. Black Widow and Ultron appearance. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and George Klein a | 7,213 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 63 | 150 | 6,982 | 6.46 |
| 85. Punisher 1 (1987, Marvel Comics) Mike Baron story Klaus Janson cover & art | 7,199 | 0 | 1 | 1,828 | 2,010 | 1,231 | 2,129 | 9.30 |
| 86. Captain America 100 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st issue. Black Panther appearance. Story and numbering continued from Tales of Suspense #99 Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and S | 7,147 | 0 | 2 | 52 | 76 | 168 | 6,849 | 6.44 |
| 87. X-Men 1 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the X-Men (Professor X, Cyclops, Iceman, Angel, Beast and Marvel Girl) and Magneto. Stan Lee sto | 7,012 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 15 | 6,991 | 3.69 |
| 88. X-Men 130 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Dazzler (Alison Blaire). Sebastian Shaw, Mastermind & Emma Frost appearance. Chris Claremont & John Byrne s | 6,867 | 0 | 1 | 517 | 1,155 | 1,161 | 4,033 | 8.67 |
| 89. Iron Man 55 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Thanos, Mentor, Drax the Destroyer (Arthur Douglas), Starfox, Kronos and the Blood Brothers. Jim Starlin an | 6,844 | 0 | 0 | 101 | 199 | 323 | 6,221 | 6.96 |
| 90. X-Force 2 (1991, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Deadpool. 1st app. of Weapon X (Garrison Kane). Juggernaut & Black Tom Cassidy app. Fabian Nicieza story Ro | 6,837 | 0 | 5 | 3,376 | 1,496 | 712 | 1,248 | 9.48 |
| 91. Marvel Team-Up 141 (1984, Marvel Comics) Ties with Amazing Spider-Man #252 for first appearance of the black costume. Daredevil & Black Widow appearance. Tom DeFalco | 6,773 | 0 | 0 | 729 | 1,334 | 1,217 | 3,493 | 8.90 |
| 92. Sub-Mariner 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Iron Man and Sub-Mariner #1 Origin of Sub-Mariner retold. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and Frank Giacoi | 6,765 | 0 | 0 | 103 | 189 | 278 | 6,195 | 6.75 |
| 93. Black Panther 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & Mike Royer cover & art | 6,712 | 0 | 0 | 314 | 912 | 1,013 | 4,473 | 8.55 |
| 94. Spider-Man 7 Ramos Variant Cover (2023, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man #163 1st appearance of Spider-Boy. Dan Slott story Mark Bagley, Andrew Hennessy & John Dell art, Humberto Ramos c | 6,657 | 0 | 0 | 5,944 | 531 | 101 | 81 | 9.77 |
| 95. Wolverine 8 (1989, Marvel Comics) Hulk appearance. Back cover pin-up by Rob Liefeld. Chris Claremont story John Buscema cover & art | 6,656 | 0 | 1 | 1,921 | 1,624 | 1,043 | 2,067 | 9.27 |
| 96. New Mutants 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) Origin of Karma. 2nd appearance of the New Mutants. Chris Claremont story Bob McLeod & Mike Gustovich art Bob McLeod cover | 6,545 | 2 | 5 | 2,212 | 1,642 | 888 | 1,796 | 9.31 |
| 97. Werewolf By Night 32 (1975, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Moon Knight (Marc Spector). Doug Moench story Don Perlin & Howie Perlin art Gil Kane & Al Milgrom | 6,500 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 109 | 269 | 6,095 | 6.70 |
| 98. Silver Surfer 4 (1969, Marvel Comics) Thor and Loki appearance. Hulk, Thing and Hercules cameo. Tales of the Watcher backup story. Stan Lee story, John Buscema cov | 6,437 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 92 | 155 | 6,157 | 6.33 |
| 99. Marvel Comics Presents 72 (1991, Marvel Comics) Wraparound cover. Origin of Wolverine. Weapon X, Shanna, Daredevil & Red Wolf stories. Jackson Guice back cover art. Barry Wi | 6,431 | 0 | 0 | 1,993 | 2,025 | 1,106 | 1,307 | 9.46 |
| 100. X-Men 137 (1980, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Phoenix. Lilandra, Gladiator, Imperial Guard & Watcher appearance. Chris Claremont & John Byrne story John Byrne & | 6,431 | 0 | 6 | 803 | 1,531 | 1,110 | 2,981 | 8.93 |
| 101. Spider-Man 13 (1991, Marvel Comics) Morbius appearance. Spider-Man #1 (8/90) cover homage. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 6,424 | 0 | 2 | 3,366 | 1,432 | 631 | 993 | 9.52 |
| 102. Young Avengers 1 (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st app.of the Young Avengers (Patriot, Iron Lad, Asgardian & Hulkling) & Kate Bishop. 1st Allan Heinberg comic work. Allan H | 6,351 | 0 | 0 | 2,621 | 1,810 | 941 | 979 | 9.52 |
| 103. Avengers 1 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of the Avengers. Fantastic Four, Loki & Teen Brigade appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby & Dick Aye | 6,157 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 6,139 | 3.81 |
| 104. Amazing Spider-Man 14 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Green Goblin (Norman Osborn). Enforcers appearance. 1st meeting of the Hulk and Spider-Man. Stan Lee st | 6,101 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 29 | 34 | 6,036 | 4.80 |
| 105. Marvel Spotlight 32 (1977, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Spider-Woman (Jessica Drew). Nick Fury appearance. Archie Goodwin story Sal Buscema & Jim Mooney a | 6,087 | 0 | 0 | 288 | 714 | 768 | 4,317 | 8.31 |
| 106. Marvel Premiere 15 (1974, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Iron Fist. 1st appearance of Harold Meachum. "Death" of Wendell and Heather Rand. Roy Thomas sto | 6,081 | 0 | 0 | 127 | 306 | 451 | 5,197 | 7.67 |
| 107. Ultimate Fallout 4 Second Printing (2011, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Spider-Man (Miles Morales). Bendis, Hickman & Spencer story Pichelli, Larroca & Crain art Mark Bag | 5,990 | 0 | 0 | 2,588 | 1,801 | 792 | 809 | 9.55 |
| 108. Amazing Spider-Man 41 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Rhino (Aleksei Sytsevich). Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito art John Romita cover | 5,951 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 59 | 5,867 | 5.44 |
| 109. Punisher Limited Series 1 (1986, Marvel Comics) Jigsaw appearance. Steve Grant story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 5,907 | 0 | 1 | 836 | 1,404 | 1,137 | 2,529 | 9.09 |
| 110. Avengers 4 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st Silver Age appearance of Captain America (Steve Rogers). Sub-Mariner appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and George Rou | 5,900 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 29 | 42 | 5,822 | 4.78 |
| 111. Special Marvel Edition 15 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Shang-Chi, Fu Manchu & Sir Denis Nayland Smith. 1st app. & "death" of Dr. James Petrie. Steve Englehart sto | 5,887 | 0 | 0 | 183 | 339 | 438 | 4,927 | 7.57 |
| 112. Deadpool 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st solo Deadpool comic. The Circle Chase. Embossed cover. Fabian Nicieza story Joe Madureira & Mark Farmer cover & art | 5,880 | 1 | 7 | 2,727 | 1,607 | 668 | 870 | 9.55 |
| 113. Ghost Rider 1 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Son of Satan (Daimon Hellstrom) in cameo. Story continued from Marvel Spotlight #11 Gary Friedrich stor | 5,878 | 0 | 0 | 74 | 164 | 323 | 5,317 | 7.15 |
| 114. Tomb of Dracula 10 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Blade the Vampire Slayer. Marv Wolfman story Gene Colan and Jack Abel art Gil Kane and Tom Palmer cover | 5,854 | 0 | 1 | 96 | 169 | 282 | 5,306 | 6.92 |
| 115. Amazing Spider-Man 100 (1971, Marvel Comics) 100th anniversary issue. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia art John Romita and Frank Giacoia cover | 5,748 | 0 | 0 | 104 | 217 | 357 | 5,070 | 7.45 |
| 116. Incredible Hulk 271 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st comic book appearance of Rocket Raccoon. Bill Mantlo story Sal Buscema art Al Milgrom cover | 5,739 | 0 | 0 | 593 | 969 | 879 | 3,298 | 8.61 |
| 117. X-Force 11 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of "real" Domino (Neena Thurman). Deadpool appearance. Rob Liefeld & Fabian Nicieza story Mark Pacella & Dan P | 5,687 | 0 | 0 | 3,128 | 1,253 | 526 | 780 | 9.55 |
| 118. Wolverine 10 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Silver Fox. Sabretooth appearance. Back cover pin-up by Kent Williams. Chris Claremont story John Buscema & | 5,664 | 0 | 2 | 1,747 | 1,558 | 900 | 1,457 | 9.34 |
| 119. Spider-Man Unlimited 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Shriek (Frances Barrison). Carnage & Doppelganger appearance. "Maximum Carnage" storyline begins. Tom DeFalco, Mi | 5,654 | 0 | 2 | 2,932 | 1,365 | 595 | 760 | 9.56 |
| 120. Hulk 1 (2008, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Red Hulk. Iron Man, Doc Samson, She-Hulk & Winter Guard appearance. Jeph Loeb story Ed McGuinness & Dexter | 5,539 | 0 | 3 | 2,204 | 1,684 | 737 | 911 | 9.51 |
| 121. X-Factor 24 (1988, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Archangel. Origin of Apocalypse. Horsemen app. Caliban leaves X-Factor. Louise Simonson story Walt | 5,532 | 0 | 1 | 1,443 | 1,493 | 914 | 1,681 | 9.28 |
| 122. Incredible Hulk 102 (1968, Marvel Comics) Continued from Tales to Astonish #101 Warriors Three, Enchantress and Odin appearance. Origin of Hulk retold. Gary Friedrich | 5,530 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 108 | 178 | 5,213 | 6.87 |
| 123. Avengers 196 (1980, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st full appearance Taskmaster. Letter from Kurt Busiek. David Michelinie story George Perez & Jack Abel art George | 5,495 | 0 | 0 | 369 | 675 | 720 | 3,731 | 8.35 |
| 124. X-Men 121 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Alpha Flight. Misty Knight & Colleen Wing appearance. John Byrne cameo. Chris Claremont story John Byr | 5,469 | 0 | 0 | 587 | 926 | 899 | 3,057 | 8.69 |
| 125. Daredevil 131 (1976, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of the new Bullseye. 1st appearance of Jacob Conover. Marv Wolfman story Bob Brown & Klaus Janson art | 5,406 | 0 | 0 | 149 | 359 | 574 | 4,324 | 7.92 |
| 126. War of the Realms: New Agents of Atlas 1 (2019, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Luna Snow (Seol Hee), Wave (Pearl Pangan) Crescent (Dan Bi) & Io. 1st U.S. app. of Aero (Lei Ling). Greg Pa | 5,361 | 0 | 0 | 4,372 | 661 | 154 | 174 | 9.73 |
| 127. Amazing Spider-Man 1 (1963, Marvel Comics) 2nd app. of Spider-Man. 1st app J. Jonah Jameson & Chameleon. 1st Fantastic Four crossover. Origin of Spider-Man retold. Stan | 5,342 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 5,323 | 3.62 |
| 128. X-Men 100 (1976, Marvel Comics) Old X-Men vs. new X-Men. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum cover & art | 5,316 | 0 | 0 | 137 | 362 | 588 | 4,229 | 8.01 |
| 129. Hero For Hire 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Luke Cage. 1st appearance of Diamondback (Willis Stryker). Archie Goodwin story George Tuska and | 5,258 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 84 | 114 | 5,034 | 6.73 |
| 130. Thor 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) Jane Foster becomes the new Thor. Jason Aaron story Russell Dauterman cover & art | 5,257 | 0 | 0 | 3,647 | 1,018 | 281 | 311 | 9.68 |
| 131. Fantastic Four 50 (1966, Marvel Comics) Silver Surfer battles Galactus. Johnny Storm goes to college. 1st appearance of Wyatt Wingfoot. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and | 5,248 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 21 | 5,212 | 5.62 |
| 132. Amazing Spider-Man 344 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Cletus Kasady (Carnage). 1st full appearance of Cardiac (Elias Wirtham). Rhino & Eddie Brock app. David Michelini | 5,213 | 0 | 4 | 1,464 | 1,683 | 804 | 1,258 | 9.37 |
| 133. Star Wars 2 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 2 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Han Solo, Chewbacca, & Obi-Wan first appearance in story. Roy Thomas stor | 5,185 | 0 | 0 | 246 | 733 | 862 | 3,344 | 8.64 |
| 134. Incredible Hulk 182 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Hammer and Anvil. 1st appearance and "death" of Crackajack Jackson. Wolverine cameo on 1st page. Len Wein s | 5,173 | 0 | 0 | 85 | 168 | 280 | 4,640 | 7.30 |
| 135. Spider-Gwen 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) Jason Latour story Robbi Rodriguez cover & art | 5,162 | 0 | 3 | 4,068 | 713 | 192 | 186 | 9.73 |
| 136. Amazing Spider-Man 328 (1990, Marvel Comics) Hulk & Sebastian Shaw appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 5,131 | 0 | 4 | 1,934 | 1,485 | 757 | 951 | 9.46 |
| 137. Amazing Spider-Man 55 (2021, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #856 Nick Spencer story Patrick Gleason cover & art | 5,084 | 0 | 0 | 4,199 | 582 | 158 | 145 | 9.74 |
| 138. Amazing Spider-Man 700 (2013, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Peter Parker. Last issue. Slott, DeMatteis & Van Meter stories Ramos, Camuncoli & Buscema art Mr Garcin cover | 5,056 | 0 | 0 | 3,013 | 926 | 402 | 715 | 9.58 |
| 139. Iron Man and Sub-Mariner 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Pre-dates both Iron Man #1 and Sub-Mariner #1 Whiplash & Destiny appearance. Roy Thomas and Archie Goodwin stories Gene Colan | 5,052 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 107 | 192 | 4,734 | 7.00 |
| 140. Amazing Spider-Man 265 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Silver Sable. Black Fox appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 4,993 | 0 | 3 | 1,117 | 1,265 | 821 | 1,787 | 9.16 |
| 141. Star Wars 68 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the planet Mandalore. David Michelinie story Gene Day & Tom Palmer art Gene Day cover | 4,981 | 0 | 0 | 245 | 730 | 892 | 3,114 | 8.57 |
| 142. X-Men 12 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin of Professor X. Origin and 1st appearance of the Juggernaut (Cain Marko). Stan Lee story Alex Toth and Vince Coletta a | 4,967 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 37 | 4,914 | 5.27 |
| 143. Amazing Spider-Man 31 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gwen Stacy, Harry Osborn and Professor Miles Warren. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 4,928 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 21 | 44 | 4,858 | 5.60 |
| 144. Alpha Flight 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Puck & Marrina. Origin of Alpha Flight. John Byrne story & art John Byrne & Terry Austin cover | 4,890 | 0 | 2 | 1,661 | 1,324 | 651 | 1,252 | 9.33 |
| 145. Ghost Rider v2 #1 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance Dan Ketch as Ghost Rider. 1st appearance of Deathwatch. Kingpin appearance. Howard Mackie story Javier Saltare | 4,858 | 0 | 0 | 1,394 | 1,382 | 777 | 1,305 | 9.35 |
| 146. Fantastic Four 67 (1967, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Him (Warlock) in cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 4,786 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 56 | 111 | 4,604 | 6.35 |
| 147. Amazing Spider-Man 39 (1966, Marvel Comics) Norman Osborn revealed as Green Goblin. 1st John Romita Spider-Man art in title. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposit | 4,759 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 35 | 62 | 4,650 | 5.99 |
| 148. Darkhawk 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Darkhawk (Chris Powell). Hobgoblin appearance. Danny Fingeroth story Mike Manley cover & art | 4,709 | 0 | 0 | 1,489 | 1,537 | 738 | 945 | 9.44 |
| 149. Amazing Spider-Man 20 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Scorpion (MacDonald "Mac" Gargan). Peter Parker/Spider-Man pin-up. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko co | 4,663 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 16 | 38 | 4,601 | 5.32 |
| 150. X-Men 133 (1980, Marvel Comics) Hellfire Club (Sebastian Shaw, Harry Leland, Donald Pierce & Mastermind) appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry | 4,623 | 0 | 0 | 457 | 896 | 808 | 2,462 | 8.83 |
| 151. Amazing Spider-Man 40 (1966, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Green Goblin. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito cover and art | 4,612 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 28 | 89 | 4,489 | 6.23 |
| 152. Uncanny X-Men 268 (1990, Marvel Comics) Captain America & Black Widow appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover & art | 4,590 | 0 | 2 | 1,015 | 1,219 | 837 | 1,517 | 9.26 |
| 153. Incredible Hulk 449 (1997, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Thunderbolts (Citizen V, Meteorite, Techno, MACH-1, Songbird & Atlas). Peter David story Mike Deodato J | 4,582 | 0 | 0 | 1,058 | 1,325 | 838 | 1,361 | 9.30 |
| 154. Fantastic Four 45 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Lockjaw & the Inhumans (Black Bolt, Crystal, Karnak & Triton). Sandman & Dragon Man appearance. Stan Lee st | 4,490 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 31 | 4,447 | 5.58 |
| 155. Silver Surfer 3 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mephisto. Tales of the Watcher backup story. Stan Lee story, John Buscema cover John Buscema, Joe Sinnott, | 4,468 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 58 | 101 | 4,298 | 6.29 |
| 156. Captain America 117 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Falcon (Sam Wilson) and Redwing. Red Skull appearance. M.O.D.O.K. cameo. Stan Lee story Gene | 4,466 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 50 | 109 | 4,291 | 6.42 |
| 157. New Mutants 100 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of X-Force. 1st full appearance of Shatterstar. Last issue. Fabian Nicieza story Rob Liefeld cover & art | 4,465 | 0 | 2 | 1,845 | 1,230 | 578 | 810 | 9.49 |
| 158. X-Men 134 (1980, Marvel Comics) Phoenix becomes Dark Phoenix. Hellfire Club (Sebastian Shaw, Donald Pierce, Harry Leland & Mastermind) app. Chris Claremont s | 4,415 | 0 | 2 | 439 | 839 | 788 | 2,347 | 8.75 |
| 159. X-Men 135 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Senator Robert Kelly. Reed Richards, Thing, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange & Silver Surfer cameo. Chris Claremo | 4,385 | 0 | 1 | 647 | 921 | 762 | 2,054 | 8.89 |
| 160. Marvel Premiere 47 (1979, Marvel Comics) Scott Lang becomes the new Ant-Man. David Michelinie story John Byrne & Bob Layton art Bob Layton cover | 4,374 | 0 | 0 | 296 | 650 | 610 | 2,818 | 8.50 |
| 161. X-Men 120 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Alpha Flight in cameo. Sunfire, Mariko Yashida, Misty Knight & Colleen Wing appearance. Chris Claremont sto | 4,371 | 0 | 0 | 154 | 445 | 628 | 3,144 | 8.41 |
| 162. Venom: Lethal Protector 4 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Scream (Donna Diego). Spider-Man appearance. David Michelinie story Ron Lim, Sam de la Rosa & Al Milgrom a | 4,366 | 0 | 1 | 2,665 | 926 | 365 | 409 | 9.62 |
| 163. Tomb of Dracula 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Dracula, Frank Drake and Clifton Graves. Gerry Conway story Gene Colan art Neal Adams cover | 4,351 | 0 | 0 | 110 | 204 | 298 | 3,739 | 7.46 |
| 164. Amazing Spider-Man 15 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kraven the Hunter. 2nd appearance of the Chameleon. 1st mention of Mary Jane Watson. Stan Lee story Steve D | 4,338 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 30 | 4,295 | 4.99 |
| 165. Uncanny X-Men 213 (1987, Marvel Comics) Wolverine vs. Sabretooth. Psylocke joins the X-Men. Chris Claremont story Alan Davis & Paul Neary cover & art | 4,328 | 0 | 0 | 936 | 981 | 695 | 1,716 | 9.10 |
| 166. Godzilla 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Nick Fury, Dum Dum Dugan & Jimmy Woo appearance. Godzilla pin-ups by Dave Cockrum. Doug Moench story Herb Trimpe & Jim Mooney | 4,316 | 0 | 1 | 813 | 1,006 | 729 | 1,767 | 9.01 |
| 167. Amazing Spider-Man 13 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Mysterio (Quentin Beck). Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 4,301 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 24 | 4,260 | 4.81 |
| 168. Wolverine 88 Deluxe Edition (1994, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of Wolverine & Deadpool. Weapon X & Copycat appearance. Marvel subscription insert included. Larry Hama story Ada | 4,289 | 0 | 0 | 1,009 | 1,243 | 777 | 1,260 | 9.33 |
| 169. X-Men 5 (1992, Marvel Comics) Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover. 1st app. of Maverick (Christoph Nord). Omega Red appearance. Jim Lee & John Byrne story Jim L | 4,263 | 0 | 0 | 2,172 | 992 | 439 | 660 | 9.53 |
| 170. Iron Man 282 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of War Machine. Nick Fury appearance. Len Kaminski story Kevin Hopgood & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 4,241 | 0 | 2 | 1,257 | 1,185 | 646 | 1,151 | 9.32 |
| 171. Amazing Spider-Man 210 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Madame Web. Denny O'Neil story John Romita Jr. & Joe Sinnott art John Romita Jr. & Al Milgrom cover | 4,232 | 0 | 0 | 272 | 635 | 695 | 2,630 | 8.53 |
| 172. Amazing Fantasy 15 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Spider-Man (Peter Parker). 1st appearance of Uncle Ben & Aunt May. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko art | 4,205 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 4,194 | 3.37 |
| 173. X-Men 14 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Sentinels. Stan Lee story Werner Roth and Vince Colleta art Jack Kirby cover and layouts | 4,184 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 59 | 4,097 | 5.77 |
| 174. Micronauts 1 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Baron Karza & Bug. Bill Mantlo story Michael Golden & Joe Rubinstein art Dave Cockrum & Al Milgrom cover | 4,141 | 0 | 0 | 1,009 | 1,186 | 679 | 1,267 | 9.24 |
| 175. Uncanny X-Men 283 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Bishop, Malcolm & Randall. Whilce Portacio story & cover Whilce Portacio & Art Thibert art | 4,074 | 1 | 3 | 1,730 | 1,253 | 569 | 518 | 9.55 |
| 176. Doctor Strange 169 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st Doctor Strange in his own title. Origin of Doctor Strange retold. Roy Thomas story Dan Adkins cover and art | 4,047 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 84 | 127 | 3,785 | 6.71 |
| 177. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21 (1987, Marvel Comics) Peter Parker weds Mary Jane Watson. Spider-Man & Peter Parker covers exist. David Michelinie story Paul Ryan & Vince Collett | 4,032 | 0 | 1 | 1,225 | 1,047 | 557 | 1,202 | 9.26 |
| 178. Amazing Spider-Man 55 Second Printing (2021, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #856 Nick Spencer story Patrick Gleason cover & art | 4,024 | 0 | 0 | 3,430 | 413 | 100 | 81 | 9.75 |
| 179. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 3 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Volcana (Marsha Rosenberg) & the new Titania (Mary "Skeeter" MacPherran). Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & Joh | 4,016 | 0 | 3 | 1,444 | 1,071 | 554 | 944 | 9.37 |
| 180. Ultimate Spider-Man 1 (2000, Marvel Comics) 1st "Ultimate" title. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley & Art Thibert art Joe Quesada cover | 4,003 | 0 | 0 | 730 | 1,485 | 1,007 | 781 | 9.45 |
| 181. X-Men 4 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Toad and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. 2nd appearance of Magneto. Stan Lee story Jack Kirb | 3,999 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 29 | 3,958 | 4.73 |
| 182. Amazing Spider-Man 135 (1974, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Punisher. Origin of the Tarantula. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia art John Romita cov | 3,990 | 0 | 1 | 53 | 184 | 306 | 3,446 | 7.70 |
| 183. X-Men 95 (1975, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Thunderbird. 3rd appearance of the new X-Men. Count Nefaria & Ani-Men appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockr | 3,978 | 0 | 0 | 151 | 257 | 378 | 3,192 | 7.84 |
| 184. Thor 165 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Him (Warlock). Watcher appearance. Last 12? issue. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta cover | 3,971 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 19 | 65 | 3,882 | 6.47 |
| 185. Avengers 8 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kang the Conqueror. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art | 3,956 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 17 | 35 | 3,898 | 5.14 |
| 186. Daredevil 158 (1979, Marvel Comics) Frank Miller's run on Daredevil begins. Origin & "death" of Death-Stalker. Black Widow appearance. Roger McKenzie story Frank | 3,954 | 0 | 0 | 282 | 530 | 638 | 2,504 | 8.56 |
| 187. Ultimate Spider-Man 1 (2011, Marvel Comics) Origin of Spider-Man (Miles Morales). Poly-bag removed. Brian Michael Bendis story Sara Pichelli art Kaare Andrews cover | 3,938 | 0 | 0 | 698 | 1,214 | 802 | 1,224 | 9.34 |
| 188. Amazing Spider-Man 6 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Lizard (Doctor Curtis Connors). Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,924 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 28 | 3,879 | 4.72 |
| 189. Marvel Spotlight 28 (1976, Marvel Comics) 1st solo Moon Knight story. Doug Moench story Don Perlin cover & art | 3,920 | 0 | 0 | 150 | 357 | 488 | 2,925 | 8.14 |
| 190. Doctor Strange 1 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Silver Dagger (Isaiah Curwen). Story continued from Marvel Premiere #14 Steve Englehart story Frank Bru | 3,919 | 0 | 0 | 226 | 359 | 536 | 2,798 | 8.36 |
| 191. Star Wars: The High Republic 1 (2021, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Keeve Trennis, Sskeer, Loden Greatstorm, Stellan Gios & Vernestra Rwoh. Cavan Scott story Ario Anindito & M | 3,913 | 0 | 3 | 3,495 | 282 | 62 | 71 | 9.76 |
| 192. Kanan - The Last Padawan 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Kanan Jarrus, Ezra Bridger, Chopper (C1-10P), Hera Syndulla, Sabine Wren & Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios in comics. Greg | 3,887 | 0 | 0 | 1,754 | 1,386 | 390 | 357 | 9.59 |
| 193. Uncanny X-Men 211 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of the Marauders. Chris Claremont story Romita Jr., Blevins & Williamson art John Romita Jr. & Bob Wiac | 3,867 | 0 | 6 | 1,482 | 930 | 522 | 927 | 9.35 |
| 194. Thundercats 1 (1985, Marvel Comics) Based on the animated television series. David Michelinie story Jim Mooney & Brett Breeding cover & art | 3,866 | 0 | 0 | 595 | 816 | 709 | 1,746 | 9.01 |
| 195. Amazing Spider-Man 9 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Electro (Max Dillon). Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,856 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 25 | 3,818 | 4.93 |
| 196. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 7 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Spider-Woman (Julia Carpenter). Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Bob Layton cover | 3,854 | 0 | 1 | 1,163 | 1,031 | 592 | 1,067 | 9.27 |
| 197. Ultimate Fallout 4 Second Printing/Pichelli Variant Cover (2011, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Spider-Man (Miles Morales). Bendis, Hickman & Spencer story Pichelli, Larroca & Crain art Sara Pic | 3,842 | 0 | 0 | 1,448 | 1,135 | 576 | 683 | 9.50 |
| 198. Strange Academy 1 (2020, Marvel Comics) 1st app of Emily Bright, Doyle Dormammu, Shaylee Moonpeddle, Calvin Morse, Dessy, Germ?n, Guslaug, Zoe, Alvi, Iric & Toth. Sk | 3,832 | 0 | 0 | 2,257 | 957 | 310 | 308 | 9.63 |
| 199. Amazing Spider-Man 5 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st Doctor Doom appearance outside Fantastic Four. Fantastic Four cameo. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,820 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 16 | 3,793 | 4.47 |
| 200. X-Men 50 (1968, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Polaris. Mesmero appearance. Origin of the Beast. New X-Men logo. Arnold Drake story, Jim Steranko cover Ji | 3,818 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 88 | 170 | 3,522 | 7.10 |
| 201. X-Force 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) Wraparound cover. Poly-bag removed. Direct Editions exist with "Positive" and "Negative" UPC codes. Fabian Nicieza story Rob | 3,816 | 0 | 0 | 861 | 665 | 457 | 1,833 | 9.08 |
| 202. Daredevil 183 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of Daredevil & the Punisher. Roger McKenzie story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 3,778 | 0 | 0 | 1,002 | 1,121 | 616 | 1,039 | 9.31 |
| 203. Amazing Spider-Man 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) Humberto Ramos cover & art Slott, Gage, Caramagna, David & Yost stories, Rodr?guez, Camuncoli, Eliopoulos, Sliney, Balde?n | 3,760 | 0 | 0 | 2,623 | 610 | 200 | 327 | 9.66 |
| 204. Amazing Spider-Man 4 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Sandman (William Baker). 1st appearance of Betty Brant. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and | 3,745 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 3,732 | 4.28 |
| 205. G.I. Joe, A Real American Hero 21 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Storm Shadow. Silent issue. Larry Hama story Larry Hama & Steve Leialoha art Ed Hannigan & Klaus Janson co | 3,744 | 0 | 1 | 215 | 629 | 516 | 2,383 | 8.40 |
| 206. X-Men 96 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Moira MacTaggert. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Sam Grainger art Sal Buscema & Dave Cockrum cover | 3,744 | 0 | 0 | 121 | 255 | 422 | 2,946 | 8.06 |
| 207. Amazing Spider-Man 46 (1967, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Shocker (Herman Schultz). Peter Parker moves into an apartment with Harry Osborn. Stan Lee s | 3,726 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 31 | 70 | 3,617 | 6.30 |
| 208. Amazing Spider-Man 315 (1989, Marvel Comics) Venom & Hydro-Man appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 3,717 | 0 | 0 | 1,169 | 996 | 574 | 978 | 9.32 |
| 209. Invincible Iron Man 9 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Riri Williams. Brian Michael Bendis story Mike Deodato cover & art | 3,709 | 0 | 0 | 1,549 | 1,212 | 418 | 530 | 9.54 |
| 210. X-Men 109 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Weapon Alpha (James Hudson, later becomes Guardian). Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art D | 3,679 | 0 | 0 | 241 | 488 | 566 | 2,384 | 8.46 |
| 211. X-Men 136 (1980, Marvel Comics) Lilandra appearance. President Jimmy Carter cameo. Chris Claremont & John Byrne story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 3,674 | 0 | 0 | 528 | 829 | 663 | 1,654 | 8.92 |
| 212. Marvel Premiere 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Him as Adam Warlock. 1st app. of the Soul Gem. Hulk, Thor and Fantastic Four appearance in flashback. Roy T | 3,671 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 94 | 193 | 3,360 | 7.22 |
| 213. Ghost Rider v2 #28 (1992, Marvel Comics) Gatefold centerfold. Poly-bag removed. Howard Mackie story Andy & Joe Kubert cover & art | 3,643 | 0 | 0 | 1,591 | 819 | 438 | 795 | 9.49 |
| 214. Amazing Spider-Man 3 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Doctor Octopus (Otto Octavius). Human Torch appearance. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,626 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 3,604 | 4.20 |
| 215. Amazing Spider-Man 601 (2009, Marvel Comics) Jessica Jones appearance & New Avengers cameo in backup story. Mark Waid & Brian Michael Bendis stories Mario Alberti & Joe | 3,625 | 0 | 1 | 880 | 1,036 | 692 | 1,016 | 9.37 |
| 216. X-Factor 1 (1986, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of X-Factor. 1st appearance of Cameron Hodge & Rusty. Bob Layton story, Walt Simonson cover Jackson | 3,605 | 0 | 2 | 1,248 | 858 | 490 | 1,007 | 9.32 |
| 217. Amazing Spider-Man 239 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st Spider-Man vs. Hobgoblin battle. Madame Web appearance. Roger Stern story John Romita Jr. & Frank Giacoia art John Romit | 3,590 | 1 | 4 | 650 | 872 | 625 | 1,438 | 9.04 |
| 218. Amazing Spider-Man 28 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Molten Man (Mark Raxton). Peter Parker graduates high school. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story | 3,550 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 16 | 3,526 | 5.62 |
| 219. X-Men 140 (1980, Marvel Comics) Alpha Flight disbands. Wendigo appearance. Blob cameo on last page. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & a | 3,548 | 0 | 1 | 612 | 915 | 707 | 1,313 | 9.12 |
| 220. Fantastic Four 46 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Black Bolt. Inhumans and Dragon Man appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and a | 3,542 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 32 | 84 | 3,415 | 6.24 |
| 221. Spectacular Spider-Man 64 (1982, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Cloak & Dagger. Bill Mantlo story Ed Hannigan & Al Milgrom cover & art | 3,539 | 0 | 1 | 407 | 806 | 593 | 1,732 | 8.88 |
| 222. Amazing Spider-Man 16 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st Daredevil crossover. 2nd appearance of the Ringmaster and the Circus of Crime. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,531 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 21 | 52 | 3,450 | 5.47 |
| 223. Amazing Spider-Man 33 (1966, Marvel Comics) Dr. Curt Connors appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,531 | 0 | 0 | 59 | 134 | 170 | 3,168 | 6.74 |
| 224. Rom 1 (1979, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Rom. 1st appearance of Brandy Clark & the Dire Wraiths. Bill Mantlo story Sal Buscema art Frank Mi | 3,521 | 0 | 0 | 711 | 1,003 | 680 | 1,127 | 9.21 |
| 225. Amazing Spider-Man 607 (2009, Marvel Comics) Black Cat & Diablo appearance. Ana Kravinov cameo on last page. Joe Kelly story Mike McKone & Adriana Melo art J. Scott Camp | 3,520 | 0 | 0 | 1,262 | 1,034 | 501 | 723 | 9.48 |
| 226. Iron Man 128 (1979, Marvel Comics) Alcoholism storyline ends. David Michelinie story John Romita Jr. & Bob Layton art Bob Layton cover | 3,482 | 0 | 0 | 269 | 507 | 485 | 2,221 | 8.50 |
| 227. Astonishing Tales 25 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Deathlok (Luther Manning) and Major Ryker. 1st George Perez work (last 2 pages). Rich Buckler and Doug Moen | 3,477 | 0 | 1 | 131 | 321 | 416 | 2,608 | 8.16 |
| 228. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 16 (1982, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of the new Captain Marvel (Monica Rambeau). Avengers & Thing appearance. Roger Stern story John Romit | 3,472 | 0 | 0 | 398 | 688 | 646 | 1,740 | 8.87 |
| 229. Amazing Spider-Man 200 (1980, Marvel Comics) Origin of Spider-Man retold. Marv Wolfman story Keith Pollard & Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 3,466 | 0 | 2 | 550 | 1,038 | 686 | 1,190 | 9.11 |
| 230. Incredible Hulk 377 (1991, Marvel Comics) Doc Samson & Ringmaster appearance. Peter David story Dale Keown & Bob McLeod cover & art | 3,466 | 0 | 0 | 926 | 1,032 | 602 | 906 | 9.36 |
| 231. X-Men 139 (1980, Marvel Comics) Kitty Pryde joins X-Men. Alpha Flight appearance. Wolverine dons new costume. 1st appearance of Heather Hudson. Chris Claremo | 3,452 | 0 | 0 | 438 | 740 | 645 | 1,629 | 8.97 |
| 232. Alias 1 (2001, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Jessica Jones. 1st MAX title. Luke Cage appearance. Brian Michael Bendis story Michael Gaydos art David Ma | 3,437 | 0 | 1 | 1,520 | 941 | 459 | 516 | 9.53 |
| 233. Daredevil 184 (1982, Marvel Comics) Punisher appearance. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 3,426 | 0 | 10 | 775 | 982 | 570 | 1,089 | 9.22 |
| 234. Iron Fist 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Marvel Premiere #25 Iron Fist battles Iron Man. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Al McWilliams art Gi | 3,418 | 0 | 0 | 86 | 305 | 403 | 2,624 | 8.11 |
| 235. Amazing Spider-Man 19 (1964, Marvel Comics) Human Torch, Sandman and Enforcers appearance. 1st appearance of MacDonald Gargan in cameo on last page. Stan Lee story Steve | 3,414 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 47 | 66 | 3,284 | 6.01 |
| 236. Amazing Spider-Man 17 (1964, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Green Goblin. Human Torch appearance. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,383 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 28 | 3,333 | 5.40 |
| 237. Avengers 48 (1968, Marvel Comics) Dane Whitman becomes the new Black Knight. Magneto and Toad appearance. Roy Thomas story George Tuska cover and art | 3,381 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 64 | 108 | 3,187 | 6.67 |
| 238. Web of Spider-Man 118 (1994, Marvel Comics) 1st solo clone story. Venom appearance. Marvel subscription inserts included. Terry Kavanagh story Steven Butler & Randy Embe | 3,381 | 0 | 0 | 403 | 686 | 667 | 1,625 | 9.03 |
| 239. Amazing Spider-Man 312 (1989, Marvel Comics) Green Goblin battles Hobgoblin. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 3,353 | 0 | 8 | 1,299 | 932 | 452 | 662 | 9.44 |
| 240. Fantastic Four Annual 6 (1968, Marvel Comics) Birth of Franklin Richards. 1st appearance of Annihilus. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 3,338 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 27 | 40 | 3,261 | 6.16 |
| 241. Amazing Spider-Man 59 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st Mary Jane Watson cover. Kingpin cameo on last page. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and Mike Esp | 3,323 | 0 | 0 | 53 | 107 | 189 | 2,974 | 7.31 |
| 242. X-Men 2 (1963, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the X-Men. 1st appearance of the Vanisher (Telford Porter). Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman cove | 3,310 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 18 | 3,283 | 4.64 |
| 243. Spider-Man 1 Poly-Bagged Edition (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Poly-bag removed. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 3,301 | 0 | 2 | 1,048 | 437 | 253 | 1,561 | 9.19 |
| 244. Amazing Spider-Man 2 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st app. the Vulture (Adrian Toomes) and the Terrible Tinkerer (Phineas Mason). Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 3,282 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 3,270 | 4.01 |
| 245. X-Factor 5 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Apocalypse in cameo on last page. 1st app. of Stinger & Timeshadow. Tower, Frenzy, Artie & Rusty appearance. Bob | 3,277 | 0 | 2 | 1,274 | 761 | 441 | 799 | 9.37 |
| 246. Ms. Marvel 18 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Mystique. Avengers (Wasp, Yellowjacket, Vision, Scarlet Witch & Wonder Man) appearance. Chris Claremon | 3,270 | 0 | 0 | 218 | 447 | 465 | 2,140 | 8.47 |
| 247. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 1 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of The Sinister Six. Thor, Giant-Man, Wasp, Dr. Strange and Fantastic Four cameo. 15 pin-ups. Stan Lee story S | 3,265 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 3,244 | 4.42 |
| 248. Fantastic Four 1 (1961, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of the Fantastic Four (Marvel's 1st super-hero team) & the Mole Man. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby cover | 3,250 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3,245 | 3.33 |
| 249. Wolverine: The Origin 1 (2001, Marvel Comics) Paul Jenkins story Andy Kubert & Richard Isanove art Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove cover | 3,246 | 5 | 36 | 1,315 | 1,246 | 314 | 330 | 9.63 |
| 250. Uncanny X-Men 212 (1986, Marvel Comics) Wolverine vs. Sabretooth. Chris Claremont story Rick Leonardi & Dan Green art Barry Windsor-Smith cover | 3,230 | 0 | 1 | 532 | 795 | 599 | 1,303 | 9.08 |
| 251. Daredevil v2 #9 (1999, Marvel Comics) Daredevil #389 1st appearance of Echo (Maya Lopez). David Mack story & cover Joe Quesada & Jimmy Palmiotti art | 3,227 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 772 | 321 | 434 | 9.56 |
| 252. New Mutants Annual 2 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st U.S. appearance of Psylocke (Elizabeth Braddock). Captain Britain, Mojo & Spiral appearance. Chris Claremont story Alan D | 3,190 | 0 | 0 | 369 | 630 | 581 | 1,610 | 8.95 |
| 253. Avengers 684 (2018, Marvel Comics) Hulk gains new powers and becomes "Immortal Hulk". Jim Zub, Mark Waid & Al Ewing story Paco Medina & Joe Bennett art Mark Br | 3,187 | 0 | 0 | 2,487 | 398 | 142 | 160 | 9.70 |
| 254. Captain America Annual 8 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Overrider (Richard Rennselaer) & T.E.S.S.-One. Wolverine appearance. Mark Gruenwald story Mike Zeck, John B | 3,187 | 0 | 2 | 524 | 798 | 545 | 1,318 | 9.07 |
| 255. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 10 (1985, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck & Terry Austin cover | 3,181 | 0 | 1 | 1,110 | 801 | 448 | 821 | 9.30 |
| 256. Masters of the Universe 1 (1986, Marvel Comics) Mike Carlin story Ron Wilson & Dennis Janke art | 3,152 | 0 | 0 | 896 | 797 | 465 | 994 | 9.18 |
| 257. Tales of Suspense 57 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Hawkeye (Clint Barton). Black Widow appearance. Stan Lee and Larry Lieber stories Larry Lieber | 3,149 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 27 | 3,101 | 5.20 |
| 258. Amazing Spider-Man 51 (1967, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Kingpin. 1st Kingpin cover. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito art John Romita cover | 3,138 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 29 | 68 | 3,037 | 6.37 |
| 259. Amazing Spider-Man 18 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Ned Leeds. Fantastic Four and Sandman appearance. Daredevil and Avengers cameo. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko | 3,114 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 20 | 30 | 3,057 | 5.60 |
| 260. Tales of Suspense 39 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Iron Man (Tony Stark). Stan Lee and Larry Lieber stories Don Heck, Steve Ditko and Gene Colan a | 3,113 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 3,085 | 4.11 |
| 261. Daredevil 7 (1965, Marvel Comics) Daredevil battles Sub-Mariner. Daredevil dons new red costume. Stan Lee story Wally Wood cover and art | 3,093 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 3,076 | 5.57 |
| 262. Invincible Iron Man 7 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Tomoe. 1st appearance of Riri Williams in cameo on last page. Spider-Man & War Machine appearance. Brian Mi | 3,091 | 0 | 0 | 2,010 | 594 | 236 | 251 | 9.65 |
| 263. Amazing Spider-Man 10 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Big Man (Fred Foswell) and the Enforcers (Montana, Ox and Fancy Dan). Stan Lee story Steve Ditko art St | 3,083 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 22 | 43 | 3,007 | 5.50 |
| 264. X-Men 138 (1980, Marvel Comics) Cyclops leaves the X-Men. Funeral of Jean Grey. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 3,083 | 0 | 4 | 615 | 733 | 537 | 1,194 | 9.09 |
| 265. Uncanny X-Men 248 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st Jim Lee art on Uncanny X-Men. Longshot leaves the X-Men. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Dan Green cover & art | 3,071 | 0 | 3 | 676 | 790 | 552 | 1,050 | 9.23 |
| 266. Deadpool 1 (1997, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of T-Ray & Blind Al. Sasquatch, Zoe Culloden & Noah DuBois appearance. Wraparound cover. Joe Kelly story Ed Mc | 3,065 | 0 | 0 | 797 | 823 | 523 | 922 | 9.29 |
| 267. Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Scorpio appearance. Jim Steranko story and cover Jim Steranko story and Joe Sinnott art | 3,061 | 0 | 1 | 72 | 141 | 255 | 2,592 | 7.55 |
| 268. Avengers 55 (1968, Marvel Comics) Crimson Cowl revealed as Ultron-5 (1st appearance). Whirlwind, Radioactive Man, Melter, Klaw & Black Knight appearance. Roy T | 3,057 | 0 | 0 | 61 | 101 | 191 | 2,704 | 7.26 |
| 269. X-Men 125 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mutant X (Proteus). Mastermind appearance. Magneto cameo. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin a | 3,049 | 0 | 0 | 492 | 634 | 569 | 1,354 | 8.97 |
| 270. Incredible Hulk Annual 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Inhumans appearance. Classic cover. Gary Friedrich story Marie Severin and Syd Shores art Jim Steranko and Marie Severin cov | 3,041 | 0 | 0 | 40 | 74 | 114 | 2,813 | 6.64 |
| 271. Thor: God of Thunder 2 (2013, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gorr the God Butcher & All-Black (the Necrosword). Jason Aaron story Esad Ribic cover & art | 3,013 | 0 | 0 | 1,613 | 742 | 274 | 384 | 9.58 |
| 272. All-New Marvel Now! Point One 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) Salvador Larroca cover. 1st full appearance of the new Ms. Marvel (Kamala Khan). Ewing, Slott, Robinson, Edmondson, Wilson & | 3,011 | 0 | 0 | 452 | 1,084 | 703 | 772 | 9.39 |
| 273. Spider-Man 1 Poly-Bagged Silver Edition (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Poly-bag removed. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 3,004 | 0 | 6 | 994 | 453 | 249 | 1,302 | 9.27 |
| 274. Amazing Spider-Man 360 (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Carnage in cameo. Cardiac appearance. David Michelinie story Chris Marrinan & Keith Williams art Mark Bagl | 2,997 | 0 | 1 | 789 | 863 | 621 | 723 | 9.37 |
| 275. Amazing Spider-Man 42 (1966, Marvel Comics) Mary Jane Watson's face revealed for the 1st time in cameo on last page. 2nd appearance of the Rhino. Stan Lee story John Rom | 2,996 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 37 | 83 | 2,864 | 6.47 |
| 276. Amazing Spider-Man 8 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Living Brain. Fantastic Four appearance in backup story. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby art | 2,981 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 16 | 35 | 2,923 | 5.25 |
| 277. Sensational She-Hulk 1 (1989, Marvel Comics) Origin of She-Hulk retold. Ringmaster, Circus of Crime & Headmen appearance. John Byrne story & cover John Byrne & Bob Wiacek | 2,971 | 0 | 0 | 743 | 733 | 462 | 1,033 | 9.15 |
| 278. X-Men 10 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st Silver Age appearance of Ka-Zar (Kevin Plunder), Zabu the Sabertooth and the Savage Land. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and C | 2,970 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 37 | 2,911 | 5.90 |
| 279. Amazing Spider-Man 25 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st cameo appearance of Mary Jane Watson (face not shown). 1st app. of Professor Spencer Smythe and the Spider-Slayer. Stan L | 2,964 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 52 | 2,893 | 6.04 |
| 280. Avengers 2 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Space Phantom. Hulk leaves the Avengers. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman art Jack Kirby cov | 2,944 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14 | 31 | 2,892 | 5.17 |
| 281. Fantastic Four 112 (1971, Marvel Comics) Classic Hulk vs. Thing battle issue. J. Jonah Jameson cameo. Stan Lee story John Buscema and Joe Sinnott art John Buscema an | 2,936 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 47 | 91 | 2,786 | 6.98 |
| 282. X-Men 3 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Blob (Frederick J. Dukes). Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman art Jack Kirby cover | 2,926 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 28 | 2,883 | 5.11 |
| 283. Ghost Rider v2 #15 (1991, Marvel Comics) Deathwatch & Blackout appearance. Glow-in-the-dark cover. Howard Mackie story Mark Texeira cover & art | 2,911 | 0 | 8 | 1,888 | 549 | 227 | 239 | 9.65 |
| 284. Eternals 2 (1976, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Ajak & the Celestials. Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & John Verpoorten cover & art | 2,909 | 0 | 0 | 245 | 559 | 518 | 1,587 | 8.82 |
| 285. X-Men 131 (1980, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Dazzler. Emma Frost appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 2,908 | 0 | 0 | 114 | 373 | 474 | 1,947 | 8.52 |
| 286. Amazing Spider-Man: Facsimile Edition 300 Foil Edition (2023, Marvel Comics) Reprints Amazing Spider-Man #300 (5/88) Todd McFarlane cover | 2,906 | 0 | 32 | 2,769 | 72 | 21 | 12 | 9.79 |
| 287. Amazing Spider-Man 7 (1963, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Vulture. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,897 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 22 | 2,861 | 4.97 |
| 288. Amazing Spider-Man 317 (1989, Marvel Comics) Venom & Thing appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 2,895 | 0 | 0 | 525 | 847 | 540 | 983 | 9.21 |
| 289. Avenging Spider-Man 9 (2012, Marvel Comics) 1st Carol Danvers as Captain Marvel. Kelly Sue DeConnick story Terry & Rachel Dodson cover & art | 2,893 | 0 | 0 | 1,343 | 866 | 362 | 322 | 9.58 |
| 290. Conan the Barbarian 24 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Red Sonja. Last Barry Windsor-Smith issue. Roy Thomas story Barry Windsor-Smith cover and art | 2,890 | 0 | 0 | 159 | 295 | 340 | 2,096 | 8.20 |
| 291. Marvel Spotlight 2 (1972, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Werewolf by Night (Jack Russell). Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas and Jeanie Thomas stories, Mike Ploo | 2,875 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 34 | 88 | 2,749 | 6.80 |
| 292. Amazing Spider-Man 64 (1968, Marvel Comics) Vulture appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and Mike Esposito art | 2,857 | 0 | 0 | 102 | 213 | 300 | 2,242 | 7.94 |
| 293. Dazzler 1 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st Direct Distribution Comic by Marvel. Spider-Man, Avengers, X-Men & Enchantress appearance. Tom DeFalco story John Romita | 2,855 | 0 | 3 | 738 | 841 | 528 | 745 | 9.33 |
| 294. Marvel Super-Heroes 13 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Carol Danvers. 2nd appearance of Captain Marvel. Letter from Dave Cockrum. Roy Thomas story Gene Colan and | 2,848 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 31 | 2,803 | 5.84 |
| 295. Wolverine 2 (1988, Marvel Comics) Back cover pin-up by Bill Sienkiewicz. Silver Samurai & Jessica Drew appearance. Chris Claremont story John Buscema & Klaus J | 2,844 | 2 | 2 | 1,280 | 722 | 368 | 470 | 9.47 |
| 296. Amazing Spider-Man 62 (1968, Marvel Comics) Medusa appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and Mike Esposito art | 2,837 | 0 | 0 | 91 | 141 | 236 | 2,369 | 7.64 |
| 297. Devil Dinosaur 1 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Devil Dinosaur & Moon-Boy. Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & Mike Royer cover & art | 2,831 | 0 | 1 | 583 | 809 | 429 | 1,009 | 9.19 |
| 298. Punisher War Journal 6 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of the Punisher & Wolverine. Carl Potts story & art Jim Lee cover & art | 2,831 | 0 | 2 | 1,454 | 662 | 329 | 384 | 9.55 |
| 299. Amazing Spider-Man 43 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Mary Jane Watson. Origin of the Rhino. Colonel Jameson, Matt Murdock and Dr. Curt Connors cameo. Stan | 2,827 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 28 | 77 | 2,709 | 6.56 |
| 300. Venom 9 (2019, Marvel Comics) Venom #174 1st full appearance of Dylan Brock. Donny Cates story Ryan Stegman & JP Mayer cover & art | 2,819 | 0 | 0 | 1,685 | 739 | 219 | 176 | 9.66 |
| 301. X-Men 9 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of X-Men and Avengers. 1st appearance of Lucifer. Marvel Girl pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone co | 2,819 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 33 | 2,762 | 5.71 |
| 302. Uncanny X-Men 164 (1982, Marvel Comics) Carol Danvers becomes Binary. Brood appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 2,811 | 0 | 2 | 674 | 690 | 419 | 1,026 | 9.13 |
| 303. Amazing Spider-Man 606 (2009, Marvel Comics) Black Cat, Diablo & Madame Web appearance. Joe Kelly story Mike McKone & Andy Lanning art J. Scott Campbell cover | 2,784 | 0 | 0 | 1,083 | 858 | 393 | 450 | 9.52 |
| 304. Fantastic Four 72 (1968, Marvel Comics) Silver Surfer and Watcher appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 2,779 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 42 | 100 | 2,632 | 6.83 |
| 305. Captain America 109 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin of Captain America retold. Nick Fury appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Syd Shores cover and art | 2,773 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 165 | 215 | 2,333 | 7.72 |
| 306. What If? 10 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st Jane Foster as Thor (out of Marvel Comics continuity). Journey Into Mystery #83 cover homage. Don Glut story Rick Hoberg | 2,769 | 0 | 0 | 223 | 420 | 371 | 1,755 | 8.38 |
| 307. Captain Marvel 1 (1968, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Marvel Super-Heroes #13 Kree Sentry appearance. Roy Thomas story Gene Colan and Vince Colletta cover and | 2,765 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 55 | 144 | 2,539 | 7.02 |
| 308. Amazing Spider-Man 798 (2018, Marvel Comics) 1st Norman Osborn as the Red Goblin. Dan Slott story Stuart Immonen art Alex Ross cover | 2,762 | 0 | 8 | 2,572 | 105 | 39 | 38 | 9.77 |
| 309. Amazing Spider-Man 4 Ramos Variant Cover (2014, Marvel Comics) Cindy Moon becomes Silk. Black Cat & Morlun cameo. Dan Slott story Humberto Ramos & Victor Olazaba art Humberto Ramos cover | 2,757 | 0 | 2 | 2,235 | 303 | 114 | 103 | 9.72 |
| 310. Star Wars 3 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 3 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin & Steve Leialoha art Gil Kane & Tom Palm | 2,755 | 0 | 0 | 363 | 580 | 455 | 1,357 | 8.83 |
| 311. Battlestar Galactica 1 (1979, Marvel Comics) Adaptation of the first episode of the television series, part 1 of 3 Roger McKenzie story Ernie Col?n art Dave Cockrum & Bo | 2,752 | 0 | 1 | 923 | 724 | 362 | 742 | 9.30 |
| 312. Uncanny X-Men 256 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st new Psylocke. Mandarin appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover & art | 2,747 | 0 | 0 | 870 | 733 | 391 | 753 | 9.33 |
| 313. Strange Tales 110 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Doctor Strange, Ancient One, Nightmare and Wong. 1st Paste-Pot Pete and Wizard team-up. Lee, Lieber and Har | 2,739 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 2,717 | 4.54 |
| 314. Uncanny X-Men 281 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Trevor Fitzroy. New X-Men team. Wraparound cover. Jim Lee & Whilce Portacio story Whilce Portacio & Art Thi | 2,733 | 1 | 12 | 1,495 | 651 | 249 | 325 | 9.59 |
| 315. Marvel Feature 1 (1971, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st app. of the Defenders. "Death" of Yandroth. Baron Mordo appears in Doctor Strange backup story. Roy Thomas sto | 2,732 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 76 | 147 | 2,481 | 7.36 |
| 316. Amazing Spider-Man 37 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Norman Osborn and the Robot-Master (Mendel Stromm). Robot cover. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko | 2,725 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 47 | 2,647 | 6.41 |
| 317. Conan the Barbarian 23 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Red Sonja. Adapted from the Robert E. Howard story. Roy Thomas story, Gil Kane cover Barry Windsor-Smith, | 2,725 | 0 | 0 | 105 | 203 | 302 | 2,115 | 8.06 |
| 318. Amazing Spider-Man 529 (2006, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of new Spider-Man costume. J. Michael Straczynski story Ron Garney & Bill Reinhold art Bryan Hitch cover | 2,722 | 0 | 3 | 1,559 | 688 | 225 | 247 | 9.63 |
| 319. Amazing Spider-Man 23 (1965, Marvel Comics) 3rd appearance of the Green Goblin. Spider-Man pin-up. Letter from Jim Shooter. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,719 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 18 | 2,691 | 6.02 |
| 320. Journey Into Mystery 83 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Thor (Doctor Don Blake). Stan Lee story Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko and Don Heck art Jack Kirby cov | 2,718 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 2,705 | 3.79 |
| 321. Thanos 13 (2018, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of the Cosmic Ghost Rider. Marvel Value Stamp #36 "Storm" Donny Cates story Geoff Shaw cover & art | 2,713 | 0 | 0 | 1,186 | 913 | 331 | 283 | 9.58 |
| 322. Amazing Spider-Man 347 (1991, Marvel Comics) Venom appearance. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 2,710 | 0 | 0 | 596 | 701 | 469 | 944 | 9.20 |
| 323. Daredevil 2 (1964, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Daredevil and Electro. Fantastic Four appearance. Stan Lee story Joe Orlando and Vince Colletta art Jack K | 2,709 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 12 | 28 | 2,665 | 5.28 |
| 324. Thor 338 (1983, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Beta Ray Bill. Nick Fury appearance. Thor #126 cover homage. Walt Simonson story, cover & art | 2,701 | 0 | 0 | 822 | 778 | 389 | 712 | 9.35 |
| 325. West Coast Avengers 45 (1989, Marvel Comics) Avengers #57 cover homage. John Byrne story & cover John Byrne & Mike Machlan art | 2,701 | 0 | 0 | 361 | 666 | 540 | 1,134 | 9.07 |
| 326. Amazing Spider-Man 306 (1988, Marvel Comics) Black Cat, Humbug & Chameleon appearance. Action Comics #1 cover homage. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 2,697 | 0 | 2 | 789 | 733 | 422 | 751 | 9.33 |
| 327. Venom 3 Third Printing (2018, Marvel Comics) Venom #168 1st full appearance of Knull. Spider-Man (Miles Morales) appearance. Donny Cates story Ryan Stegman & JP Mayer cov | 2,695 | 0 | 0 | 2,114 | 365 | 108 | 108 | 9.72 |
| 328. Ultimate Fallout: Facsimile Edition 4 (2021, Marvel Comics) Reprints Ultimate Fallout #4 (10/11) Mark Bagley cover | 2,692 | 0 | 0 | 2,301 | 295 | 62 | 34 | 9.76 |
| 329. Amazing Spider-Man 45 (1967, Marvel Comics) 3rd appearance of the Lizard. Stan Lee story John Romita cover and art | 2,685 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 86 | 148 | 2,421 | 7.21 |
| 330. Fantastic Four 5 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Dr. Doom. Full page ad for Incredible Hulk #1 Letter from Roy Thomas. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby | 2,683 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 2,664 | 3.92 |
| 331. X-Men 1 Sketch Cover (2010, Marvel Comics) Partial blank cover. Victor Gischler story Paco Medina & Juan Vlasco art | 2,676 | 2 | 0 | 1,636 | 631 | 214 | 193 | 9.66 |
| 332. X-Men 11 (1992, Marvel Comics) Longshot, Dazzler & Mojo appearance. Maverick backup story by Scott Lobdell & Mark Texeira. Jim Lee & Scott Lobdell story Jim | 2,669 | 0 | 5 | 1,492 | 556 | 247 | 369 | 9.55 |
| 333. X-Men 104 (1977, Marvel Comics) Magneto appearance. 1st appearance of Starjammers in cameo. X-Men #1 (9/63) cover homage. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum | 2,667 | 0 | 0 | 172 | 355 | 447 | 1,693 | 8.57 |
| 334. Thor 5 (2020, Marvel Comics) Thor #731 Donny Cates story Nic Klein art Olivier Coipel cover | 2,660 | 0 | 0 | 2,221 | 262 | 105 | 72 | 9.74 |
| 335. Strange Tales 169 (1973, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Brother Voodoo (Jericho Drumm). 1st issue of Strange Tales since 5/68 Len Wein story Gene Colan | 2,657 | 0 | 0 | 40 | 103 | 139 | 2,375 | 7.08 |
| 336. Civil War 1 (2006, Marvel Comics) "Death" of the New Warriors, Speedfreek, Coldheart & Cobalt Man. Wraparound cover. Mark Millar story Steve McNiven & Dexter V | 2,653 | 11 | 46 | 2,030 | 289 | 103 | 174 | 9.70 |
| 337. Eternals 3 (1976, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Sersi. Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & John Verpoorten art Jack Kirby & Frank Giacoia cover | 2,651 | 0 | 0 | 356 | 498 | 459 | 1,338 | 8.89 |
| 338. What If? 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Brief origin of Spider-Man & the Fantastic Four. Roy Thomas story Jim Craig & Pablo Marcos art John Romita & Joe Sinnott cov | 2,644 | 0 | 0 | 295 | 447 | 389 | 1,513 | 8.65 |
| 339. X-Men 132 (1980, Marvel Comics) Jason Wynegarde revealed as Mastermind. Hellfire Club (Sebastian Shaw, Donald Pierce, Harry Leland & Mastermind) app. Chris C | 2,637 | 0 | 0 | 269 | 626 | 487 | 1,255 | 8.94 |
| 340. Amazing Spider-Man 47 (1967, Marvel Comics) Kraven appearance. Green Goblin cameo in flashback. Stan Lee story John Romita cover and art | 2,631 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 75 | 151 | 2,377 | 7.15 |
| 341. Amazing Spider-Man 136 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st Harry Osborn as the new Green Goblin. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt art, John Romita cover | 2,629 | 0 | 0 | 111 | 261 | 342 | 1,915 | 8.26 |
| 342. X-Men 99 (1976, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Black Tom Cassidy. Sentinels appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Frank Chiaramonte art Dave C | 2,624 | 0 | 0 | 80 | 226 | 373 | 1,945 | 8.29 |
| 343. X-Men 107 (1977, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of the Starjammers (Corsair, Raza, Ch'od & Hepzibah). Mister Fantastic & Thing cameo. Chris Claremont sto | 2,620 | 0 | 0 | 85 | 302 | 352 | 1,881 | 8.36 |
| 344. Amazing Spider-Man 12 (1964, Marvel Comics) 3rd appearance of Doctor Octopus. Letter from Dave Cockrum. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,595 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 28 | 2,554 | 5.36 |
| 345. Amazing Spider-Man 78 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Prowler (Hobie Brown). Stan Lee story John Buscema and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 2,581 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 44 | 103 | 2,411 | 7.09 |
| 346. Amazing Spider-Man 11 (1964, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Doctor Octopus. 1st appearance and "death" of Bennett Brant. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko art Steve Ditko and | 2,577 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 2,560 | 4.98 |
| 347. Red Sonja 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Based on Robert E. Howard's Red Sonja. Roy Thomas & Clara Noto story Frank Thorne cover & art | 2,571 | 0 | 0 | 389 | 596 | 481 | 1,105 | 9.07 |
| 348. Amazing Spider-Man 346 (1991, Marvel Comics) Venom appearance. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 2,568 | 0 | 0 | 600 | 808 | 443 | 717 | 9.31 |
| 349. Black Panther 2 (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Shuri. Reginald Hudlin story John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson art Esad Ribic cover | 2,567 | 0 | 0 | 1,119 | 757 | 311 | 380 | 9.52 |
| 350. Star Wars: The High Republic 1 Hans Variant Cover (2021, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Keeve Trennis, Sskeer, Loden Greatstorm, Stellan Gios & Vernestra Rwoh. Cavan Scott story Ario Anindito & M | 2,566 | 0 | 0 | 2,337 | 174 | 35 | 20 | 9.77 |
| 351. Fantastic Four 55 (1966, Marvel Comics) Thing vs. Silver Surfer. Lockjaw cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 2,565 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 57 | 2,480 | 6.50 |
| 352. Marvel Super-Heroes v2 #8 (1992, Marvel Comics) Winter Special. 1st app of Squirrel Girl X-Men, Iron Man & Namor stories. 5 pages of pin-ups by Jim Starlin. Lobdell, Higgins | 2,565 | 0 | 0 | 655 | 492 | 427 | 991 | 9.11 |
| 353. Spider-Man 1 Platinum Edition (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 2,561 | 0 | 0 | 268 | 501 | 515 | 1,277 | 9.12 |
| 354. Venom: Lethal Protector 2 (1993, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. David Michelinie story Bagley, de la Rosa & Milgrom art Mark Bagley & Sam de la Rosa cover | 2,561 | 0 | 1 | 1,439 | 504 | 250 | 367 | 9.53 |
| 355. Marvel Comics Presents 1 (1988, Marvel Comics) Wolverine, Master of Kung Fu, Man-Thing & Silver Surfer stories. Wraparound cover. Claremont, Moench, Gerber & Milgrom storie | 2,552 | 0 | 0 | 868 | 657 | 355 | 672 | 9.34 |
| 356. Uncanny X-Men 201 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Cable as baby Nathan. Starjammers & Binary appearance. Storm becomes team leader. Chris Claremont story Ric | 2,549 | 0 | 0 | 740 | 634 | 388 | 787 | 9.27 |
| 357. Longshot 1 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Longshot & Spiral. Ann Nocenti story, Arthur Adams cover Arthur Adams, Brent Anderson & Whilce Portacio a | 2,546 | 0 | 0 | 770 | 609 | 416 | 751 | 9.29 |
| 358. Amazing Spider-Man 361 Second Printing (1992, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Carnage (Cletus Kasady). Silver metallic ink cover. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberli | 2,542 | 0 | 0 | 759 | 709 | 399 | 675 | 9.32 |
| 359. Amazing Spider-Man 149 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Spider-Man clone. Origin & "death" of the Jackal. Gwen Stacy clone appearance. Gerry Conway story Ross | 2,538 | 0 | 0 | 59 | 154 | 287 | 2,038 | 7.87 |
| 360. X-Men 108 (1977, Marvel Comics) John Byrne issues begin. Starjammers appearance. Corsair revealed as the father of Cyclops & Havok. Chris Claremont story Joh | 2,533 | 0 | 0 | 229 | 418 | 391 | 1,495 | 8.67 |
| 361. Marvel Super-Heroes 12 (1967, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Captain Marvel (Mar-Vell). 1st appearance of Yon-Rogg and Una. Stan Lee story Gene Colan and Fra | 2,532 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 55 | 135 | 2,314 | 7.01 |
| 362. Punisher War Journal 1 (1988, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Punisher. Matt Murdock appearance. Carl Potts story Carl Potts & Jim Lee art Carl Potts & Scott Williams cover | 2,526 | 0 | 3 | 995 | 594 | 367 | 567 | 9.41 |
| 363. Marvel Super-Heroes 18 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st app. of the Guardians of the Galaxy (Major Vance Astro, Yondu Udonta, Charlie-27 and Martinex T'Naga). Arnold | 2,517 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 30 | 2,469 | 6.20 |
| 364. Silver Surfer 2 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Brotherhood of Badoon. Tales of the Watcher backup story. Stan Lee story, John Buscema cover John Busce | 2,514 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 69 | 134 | 2,283 | 7.26 |
| 365. Tales of Suspense 52 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff). Crimson Dynamo appearance. Stan Lee, Larry Lieber & Don Rico story Don | 2,510 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 2,496 | 4.95 |
| 366. Totally Awesome Hulk 22 (2017, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Weapon H. Old Man Logan, Sabretooth, Domino, Warpath & Lady Deathstrike appearance. Greg Pak story Rob | 2,509 | 0 | 1 | 2,112 | 257 | 69 | 70 | 9.74 |
| 367. X-Men 13 (1965, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Juggernaut. Human Torch appearance. Matt Murdock cameo. Stan Lee story Werner Roth and Joe Sinnott art | 2,509 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 30 | 2,466 | 5.87 |
| 368. Beavis and Butt-head 1 (1994, Marvel Comics) Based on the animated MTV series. Mike Lackey stories Rick Parker cover & art | 2,500 | 0 | 0 | 963 | 762 | 326 | 449 | 9.49 |
| 369. Uncanny X-Men 143 (1981, Marvel Comics) Kitty Pryde solo story. N'Garai appearance. Christmas cover. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art Terry Austin | 2,499 | 0 | 3 | 524 | 682 | 483 | 807 | 9.20 |
| 370. Gambit 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) Embossed gold foil logo. Howard Mackie story Lee Weeks & Klaus Janson art | 2,498 | 1 | 0 | 1,224 | 545 | 257 | 471 | 9.51 |
| 371. Amazing Spider-Man 97 (1971, Marvel Comics) Drug story not approved by the Comics Code Authority. Green Goblin appearance. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia art | 2,491 | 0 | 0 | 58 | 148 | 254 | 2,031 | 7.89 |
| 372. Inhumans 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) Blastaar appearance. Doug Moench story George P?rez & Frank Chiaramonte art Gil Kane & Frank Giacoia cover | 2,479 | 0 | 0 | 367 | 527 | 381 | 1,204 | 8.79 |
| 373. Silver Surfer v3 #44 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Infinity Gauntlet. Thanos & Drax app. Direct Editions include "Tiger Electronics" insert. Jim Starlin s | 2,465 | 0 | 0 | 510 | 640 | 433 | 882 | 9.17 |
| 374. Avengers 11 (1964, Marvel Comics) Early Spider-Man appearance. Kang appearance and pin-up. Stan Lee story Don Heck and Chic Stone art Jack Kirby and Chic Ston | 2,458 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 35 | 53 | 2,366 | 6.05 |
| 375. X-Men 97 (1976, Marvel Comics) Return of Havok & Polaris. 1st appearance of Lilandra (face is not shown). Eric the Red appearance. Chris Claremont story Dav | 2,458 | 0 | 1 | 83 | 215 | 296 | 1,863 | 8.13 |
| 376. Amazing Spider-Man 38 (1966, Marvel Comics) 2nd cameo appearance of Mary Jane Watson (face still not shown). Last Steve Ditko issue. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve | 2,454 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 27 | 68 | 2,349 | 6.68 |
| 377. Ultimate Spider-Man 1 (2024, Marvel Comics) Jonathan Hickman story Marco Checchetto cover & art | 2,450 | 0 | 5 | 2,115 | 225 | 59 | 46 | 9.76 |
| 378. Defenders 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Sub-Mariner, Hulk and Doctor Strange begin. 1st appearance of Necrodamus. Steve Englehart story Sal Buscema and Frank Giacoia | 2,441 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 82 | 196 | 2,126 | 7.60 |
| 379. Kanan - The Last Padawan 6 (2015, Marvel Comics) Greg Weisman story Jacopo Camagni art Pepe Larraz cover | 2,436 | 0 | 0 | 1,091 | 747 | 295 | 303 | 9.56 |
| 380. Amazing Spider-Man 293 (1987, Marvel Comics) Kraven & Vermin appearance. J.M. DeMatteis story Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod cover & art | 2,435 | 0 | 2 | 843 | 673 | 346 | 571 | 9.35 |
| 381. Strange Tales 180 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gamora. Jim Starlin story & cover Jim Starlin & Alan Weiss art | 2,429 | 0 | 0 | 81 | 242 | 318 | 1,788 | 8.23 |
| 382. Captain America 110 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Madame Hydra (later becomes Viper). Hulk appearance. Rick Jones becomes Bucky. Jim Steranko story and cover | 2,425 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 100 | 202 | 2,072 | 7.64 |
| 383. Amazing Spider-Man 66 (1968, Marvel Comics) Mysterio appearance. Green Goblin cameo. Letter from Cary Burkett. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck an | 2,422 | 0 | 0 | 50 | 89 | 164 | 2,119 | 7.46 |
| 384. Venom: Lethal Protector 5 (1993, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man & Scream appearance. 1st appearance of Phage, Lasher, Riot & Agony. David Michelinie story Ron Lim & Sam de la Ros | 2,419 | 0 | 0 | 1,386 | 538 | 206 | 289 | 9.58 |
| 385. Captain America 6 (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Winter Soldier. "The Scarlet and the Black" movie poster cover homage. Captain America #555 Ed Brubake | 2,417 | 0 | 0 | 1,117 | 700 | 271 | 329 | 9.55 |
| 386. Machine Man 1 (1978, Marvel Comics) Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & Mike Royer art Jack Kirby & Frank Giacoia cover | 2,417 | 0 | 3 | 814 | 606 | 349 | 645 | 9.31 |
| 387. Wolverine 50 (1992, Marvel Comics) Wolverine's partial origin retold. X-Men (Professor X, Cyclops, Jean Grey, Forge & Jubilee) app. Die-cut cover. Larry Hama st | 2,417 | 0 | 0 | 1,343 | 511 | 231 | 332 | 9.56 |
| 388. Spider-Man vs. Wolverine 1 (1987, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Charlemagne. "Death" of Ned Leeds (original Hobgoblin). James C. Owsley story Mark Bright & Al Williamson a | 2,415 | 0 | 1 | 549 | 569 | 351 | 945 | 9.12 |
| 389. X-Men 58 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Havok in costume. Sentinels appearance. Mesmero, Living Pharaoh and Banshee cameo. Roy Thomas story Neal Ad | 2,410 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 46 | 123 | 2,221 | 7.16 |
| 390. Wolverine 75 (1993, Marvel Comics) Wraparound cover w/ Wolverine hologram. Direct editions contain 8pg "Siege of Darkness" & "Kaybee Toystore" insert. Larry Ham | 2,408 | 0 | 4 | 1,249 | 555 | 235 | 365 | 9.56 |
| 391. Uncanny X-Men 150 (1981, Marvel Comics) Magneto appearance. Chris Claremont story Cockrum, Wiacek & Rubinstein art Dave Cockrum & Joe Rubinstein cover | 2,402 | 0 | 3 | 925 | 585 | 319 | 570 | 9.36 |
| 392. Web of Spider-Man 32 (1987, Marvel Comics) Kraven & Vermin appearance. J.M. DeMatteis story Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod cover & art | 2,402 | 0 | 0 | 478 | 573 | 362 | 989 | 9.09 |
| 393. Star Wars: Darth Vader 20 Variant Edition (2022, Marvel Comics) "Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary" variant cover. Greg Pak story Raffaele Ienco art Chris Sprouse cover | 2,391 | 0 | 0 | 2,190 | 142 | 29 | 30 | 9.77 |
| 394. X-Men 49 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Polaris (Lorna Dane) and Mesmero. Origin of the Beast. Arnold Drake story, Jim Steranko cover Don Heck, Wer | 2,388 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 46 | 109 | 2,218 | 7.05 |
| 395. Uncanny X-Men 222 (1987, Marvel Comics) Wolverine vs. Sabretooth. Marauders appearance. Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Dan Green cover & art | 2,385 | 0 | 2 | 684 | 593 | 372 | 734 | 9.26 |
| 396. Amazing Spider-Man 27 (1965, Marvel Comics) Green Goblin appearance. Patch revealed as Frederick Foswell. "Death" of the Crime-Master. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Ste | 2,383 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 29 | 2,332 | 6.31 |
| 397. Thor 339 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Stormbreaker. Beta Ray Bill appearance. Walt Simonson story, cover & art | 2,371 | 0 | 1 | 1,018 | 666 | 289 | 397 | 9.48 |
| 398. X-Men 102 (1976, Marvel Comics) Juggernaut, Black Tom Cassidy & Misty Knight appearance. Origin of Storm. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Sam Grainger a | 2,367 | 0 | 0 | 158 | 255 | 381 | 1,573 | 8.45 |
| 399. X-Men 8 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Unus the Untouchable (Angelo Unuscione). Mastermind appearance. Beast pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and | 2,366 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 40 | 2,303 | 5.65 |
| 400. Spectacular Spider-Man 90 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st black costume in title. Black Cat appearance. Vision & Scarlet Witch cameo. Al Milgrom story & cover Al Milgrom & Jim Moo | 2,363 | 0 | 0 | 368 | 514 | 434 | 1,047 | 9.06 |
| 401. Fantastic Four 12 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of the Fantastic Four and the Incredible Hulk. Rick Jones and Thunderbolt Ross appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Ki | 2,360 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 17 | 2,336 | 4.55 |
| 402. Wolverine 17 (1989, Marvel Comics) Storm, Gateway, Roughouse & Bloodscream appearance. Daredevil appearance in flashback. Archie Goodwin story John Byrne & Klau | 2,358 | 0 | 0 | 850 | 662 | 326 | 520 | 9.42 |
| 403. Amazing Spider-Man 26 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Patch and the Crime-Master (Nick Lewis). Green Goblin appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditk | 2,356 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 36 | 2,290 | 6.18 |
| 404. Tales to Astonish 93 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st full Silver Surfer appearance outside of the Fantastic Four. Hulk vs. Silver Surfer. Roy Thomas and Stan Lee stories Dan | 2,356 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 41 | 89 | 2,214 | 6.91 |
| 405. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 4 (1984, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Bob Layton & John Beatty art Bob Layton cover | 2,354 | 0 | 1 | 784 | 560 | 358 | 651 | 9.27 |
| 406. Star Wars 4 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 4 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. "Death" of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin & Steve Leialo | 2,354 | 0 | 1 | 239 | 439 | 383 | 1,292 | 8.76 |
| 407. X-Men 119 (1979, Marvel Comics) Moses Magnum, Sunfire, Misty Knight & Colleen Wing appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art Dave Cock | 2,343 | 0 | 2 | 335 | 531 | 477 | 998 | 9.03 |
| 408. Amazing Spider-Man 124 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Man-Wolf. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover Gil Kane, John Romita and Tony Mortellaro art | 2,342 | 0 | 0 | 52 | 136 | 196 | 1,958 | 7.67 |
| 409. Amazing Spider-Man 212 (1981, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Hydro-Man (Morrie Bench). Denny O'Neil story John Romita Jr. & Jim Mooney art John Romita Jr. & A | 2,340 | 0 | 1 | 586 | 560 | 377 | 816 | 9.13 |
| 410. Incredible Hulk 1 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Incredible Hulk. 1st appearance of Rick Jones, Betty Ross and General Ross. Stan Lee story J | 2,338 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2,337 | 3.54 |
| 411. X-Men 7 (1964, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Blob. Magneto, Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Mastermind and Toad appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby an | 2,336 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 22 | 2,305 | 5.20 |
| 412. X-Men 28 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Banshee (Sean Cassidy) and the Ogre (Brian Dunlap). Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Wer | 2,335 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 28 | 54 | 2,248 | 6.47 |
| 413. Amazing Spider-Man 29 (1965, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Scorpion. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,332 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 30 | 62 | 2,231 | 6.06 |
| 414. Star Wars 107 (1986, Marvel Comics) Last issue. Admiral Ackbar, Nien Nung, Lumiya, Knife, Dani & Fenn Shysa appearance. Mary Jo Duffy story Cynthia Martin & Whil | 2,328 | 0 | 1 | 178 | 415 | 415 | 1,319 | 8.75 |
| 415. Avengers 9 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance and partial origin of Wonder Man (Simon Williams). Baron Zemo, Enchantress and Executioner appearance. Stan Le | 2,326 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 2,301 | 5.37 |
| 416. Amazing Spider-Man 119 (1973, Marvel Comics) Hulk appearance. Gerry Conway story John Romita and Tony Mortellaro art John Romita cover | 2,323 | 0 | 0 | 94 | 198 | 306 | 1,725 | 8.17 |
| 417. X-Men 35 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Changeling. Spider-Man and Banshee appearance. Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dan Adkins art Dan Adk | 2,316 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 22 | 46 | 2,240 | 6.37 |
| 418. Amazing Spider-Man 98 (1971, Marvel Comics) Drug story not approved by the Comics Code Authority. Green Goblin appearance. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia cove | 2,314 | 0 | 0 | 71 | 164 | 234 | 1,845 | 7.93 |
| 419. X-Men 6 (1964, Marvel Comics) Sub-Mariner appearance. Cyclops pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone cover and art | 2,311 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 32 | 2,250 | 5.59 |
| 420. X-Men 98 (1976, Marvel Comics) Jack Kirby & Stan Lee cameo in 2 panels. Sentinels appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Sam Grainger art Dave Co | 2,311 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 148 | 272 | 1,821 | 8.04 |
| 421. Werewolf By Night 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Marvel Spotlight #4 Gerry Conway story Mike Ploog and Frank Chiaramonte art Mike Ploog cover | 2,308 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 51 | 135 | 2,114 | 7.08 |
| 422. Infinity War 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Gatefold wraparound cover. Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & Al Milgrom cover & art | 2,296 | 0 | 0 | 1,570 | 374 | 146 | 206 | 9.62 |
| 423. Daredevil 4 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Purple Man (Zebediah Killgrave). Stan Lee story Joe Orlando and Vince Colletta art Jack Kir | 2,293 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 36 | 2,238 | 5.61 |
| 424. Marvel Premiere 28 (1976, Marvel Comics) Legion of Monsters (Morbius, Ghost Rider, Werewolf by Night & Man-Thing) appearance. Bill Mantlo story Frank Robbins & Steve | 2,286 | 0 | 0 | 71 | 179 | 254 | 1,782 | 7.94 |
| 425. Avengers 257 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Nebula. Ka-Zar, Shanna, Zabu & Terminus appearance. Roger Stern story John Buscema & Tom Palmer cover & art | 2,285 | 0 | 0 | 550 | 555 | 366 | 814 | 9.18 |
| 426. Journey Into Mystery 112 (1965, Marvel Comics) Classic Thor vs. Hulk battle issue. Origin of Loki. Avengers and Sub-Mariner appearance. Stan Lee story Kirby, Stone and Coll | 2,283 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 43 | 2,220 | 5.98 |
| 427. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 2 (1984, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 2,280 | 0 | 0 | 630 | 579 | 375 | 696 | 9.23 |
| 428. Invincible Iron Man 1 (2017, Marvel Comics) Brian Michael Bendis story Stefano Caselli cover & art | 2,271 | 0 | 0 | 1,636 | 365 | 116 | 154 | 9.67 |
| 429. Infinity Gauntlet 4 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & George P?rez art George P?rez cover | 2,269 | 0 | 1 | 930 | 478 | 227 | 633 | 9.32 |
| 430. Howard the Duck 1 (1976, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Beverly Switzler. Spider-Man appearance. J. Jonah Jameson cameo. Steve Gerber story Frank Brunner & Steve L | 2,256 | 0 | 0 | 171 | 360 | 375 | 1,350 | 8.67 |
| 431. Fantastic Four 53 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Klaw (Ulysses Klaw). 2nd appearance of the Black Panther. Origin of the Black Panther and Klaw. Stan Lee st | 2,250 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 45 | 2,181 | 6.41 |
| 432. Uncanny X-Men 171 (1983, Marvel Comics) Rogue joins the X-Men. Binary (Carol Danvers) appearance. Chris Claremont story Walt Simonson & Bob Wiacek art Walt Simonson | 2,249 | 0 | 1 | 616 | 590 | 362 | 680 | 9.20 |
| 433. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 6 (1984, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Bob Layton cover | 2,248 | 0 | 1 | 922 | 557 | 262 | 506 | 9.35 |
| 434. New Mutants 87 Second Printing (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Cable, Stryfe & the Mutant Liberation Front. Louise Simonson story Rob Liefeld & Bob Wiacek art Rob Liefel | 2,247 | 0 | 0 | 818 | 603 | 281 | 545 | 9.39 |
| 435. Amazing Spider-Man 313 (1989, Marvel Comics) Lizard appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 2,246 | 0 | 3 | 895 | 574 | 304 | 470 | 9.43 |
| 436. Avengers 47 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Dane Whitman (becomes the new Black Knight in the next issue). Magneto and Toad appearance. Roy Thomas stor | 2,245 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 66 | 130 | 2,018 | 7.14 |
| 437. Amazing Spider-Man 34 (1966, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Gwen Stacy and Harry Osborn. Kraven appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,237 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 34 | 71 | 2,123 | 6.50 |
| 438. X-Men 126 (1979, Marvel Comics) Proteus & Mastermind appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art Dave Cockrum & Terry Austin cover | 2,237 | 0 | 0 | 328 | 448 | 382 | 1,079 | 8.89 |
| 439. Captain America 25 Variant Edition (2007, Marvel Comics) Death of Captain America (Steve Rogers). Winter Soldier, Crossbones & Falcon appearance. Captain America #574 Ed Brubaker sto | 2,235 | 0 | 8 | 1,755 | 298 | 83 | 91 | 9.73 |
| 440. New Mutants 26 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Legion. Multiple Man appearance. Chris Claremont story Bill Sienkiewicz cover & art | 2,225 | 0 | 0 | 717 | 640 | 333 | 535 | 9.36 |
| 441. Hawkeye 1 (2017, Marvel Comics) Kelly Thompson story Leonardo Romero art Julian Totino Tedesco cover | 2,224 | 0 | 0 | 1,463 | 455 | 157 | 149 | 9.67 |
| 442. X-Men 25 (1993, Marvel Comics) Magneto removes Wolverine's adamantium. Nick Fury, Mr. Fantastic & Thing cameo. Wraparound cover with Gambit hologram. Fabian | 2,218 | 0 | 1 | 682 | 621 | 370 | 544 | 9.39 |
| 443. X-Men 118 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mariko Yashida. Misty Knight, Colleen Wing & Sunfire appearance. Moses Magnum cameo. Chris Claremont story | 2,202 | 0 | 1 | 292 | 480 | 377 | 1,052 | 8.91 |
| 444. Strange Tales 135 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Tony Stark & Baron Mordo appearance. Stan Lee, Jack Kirby & Steve Ditko st | 2,194 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 42 | 2,135 | 6.21 |
| 445. Star Wars 5 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 5 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin & Steve Leialoha art Rick Hoberg & Dave | 2,191 | 0 | 0 | 373 | 470 | 326 | 1,022 | 8.95 |
| 446. Star Wars 43 (1981, Marvel Comics) Part 5 of "The Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. Pin-ups by Miller, Severin, Austin, Golden & Byrne. Archie Goodwin stor | 2,188 | 0 | 0 | 477 | 544 | 358 | 809 | 9.13 |
| 447. Amazing Spider-Man 44 (1967, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Lizard. Stan Lee story John Romita cover and art | 2,181 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 32 | 2,131 | 6.53 |
| 448. X-Men 105 (1977, Marvel Comics) Firelord, Lilandra, Misty Knight & Eric the Red appearance. Chris Claremont & Dave Cockrum cameo. Chris Claremont story Dave | 2,179 | 0 | 0 | 183 | 374 | 399 | 1,223 | 8.72 |
| 449. Silver Surfer v3 #50 (1991, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Silver Surfer retold. Thanos appearance. Embossed silver foil cover. Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & Tom Christophe | 2,173 | 0 | 0 | 687 | 636 | 316 | 534 | 9.42 |
| 450. X-Men 117 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Shadow King (Amahl Farouk). Origin of Professor Xavier. Lilandra & Misty Knight appearance. Chris Clare | 2,164 | 0 | 0 | 265 | 454 | 374 | 1,071 | 8.84 |
| 451. Avengers 181 (1979, Marvel Comics) New Avengers line-up. 1st appearance of Scott Lang (later becomes Ant-Man II). David Michelinie story John Byrne & Gene Day a | 2,160 | 0 | 0 | 276 | 465 | 356 | 1,063 | 8.80 |
| 452. Uncanny X-Men 251 (1989, Marvel Comics) Reavers appearance. Siege Perilous is destroyed. Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Dan Green cover & art | 2,159 | 0 | 0 | 496 | 538 | 415 | 710 | 9.21 |
| 453. Amazing Spider-Man 30 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Cat Burglar. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,153 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 22 | 61 | 2,060 | 6.60 |
| 454. X-Men 127 (1979, Marvel Comics) Proteus appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 2,152 | 0 | 1 | 428 | 554 | 389 | 780 | 9.11 |
| 455. Venom: Lethal Protector 1 Gold Edition (1993, Marvel Comics) Gold holo-grafx foil cover. Venom pin-up by Mark Bagley & Al Milgrom on back cover. David Michelinie story Bagley, de la Rosa | 2,150 | 0 | 0 | 731 | 513 | 363 | 543 | 9.40 |
| 456. Vengeance 1 (2011, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Ultimate Nullifier, Mako, Radioactive Kid, the new Black Knight & the new Miss America (America Chavez). Joe Case | 2,148 | 0 | 1 | 628 | 654 | 372 | 493 | 9.42 |
| 457. Amazing Spider-Man 36 (1966, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Looter (Norton G. Fester). Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,147 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 27 | 59 | 2,055 | 6.71 |
| 458. Fantastic Four 4 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st Silver Age appearance of the Sub-Mariner (Namor McKenzie). Mister Fantastic pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Sol Bro | 2,147 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 2,127 | 4.29 |
| 459. Captain America 25 (2007, Marvel Comics) Death of Captain America (Steve Rogers). Winter Soldier, Crossbones & Falcon appearance. Captain America #574 Ed Brubaker sto | 2,146 | 0 | 4 | 1,692 | 252 | 88 | 110 | 9.72 |
| 460. X-Men 5 (1964, Marvel Comics) 3rd appearance of Magneto. 2nd appearance of the Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Mastermind and Toad. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby a | 2,129 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 2,103 | 5.17 |
| 461. Spider-Man 26 (1992, Marvel Comics) Hologram cover. Gatefold poster by Ron Lim. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Mark Bagley art | 2,128 | 0 | 0 | 1,064 | 419 | 254 | 391 | 9.50 |
| 462. Amazing Spider-Man 67 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Randy Robertson. Mysterio appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 2,125 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 58 | 159 | 1,890 | 7.51 |
| 463. The Marvels Project 1 Sketch Cover (2009, Marvel Comics) Partial blank cover. 70th anniversary "frame" cover. Ed Brubaker story Steve Epting art | 2,125 | 0 | 1 | 1,752 | 236 | 58 | 78 | 9.74 |
| 464. Uncanny X-Men 160 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of adult Illyana (Magik). Chris Claremont story Brent Anderson & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 2,122 | 1 | 1 | 792 | 516 | 265 | 547 | 9.32 |
| 465. Man-Thing 1 (1974, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Howard the Duck and Korrek. Jennifer Kale and Dakimh app. Daredevil and Black Widow cameo. Steve Gerber sto | 2,119 | 0 | 0 | 85 | 174 | 256 | 1,604 | 8.21 |
| 466. Avengers 3 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st Hulk and Sub-Mariner team-up. Fantastic Four, X-Men and Spider-Man cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman cove | 2,118 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 17 | 2,090 | 5.30 |
| 467. What If... 105 (1998, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Spider-Girl (May "Mayday" Parker). Normie Osborn becomes the new Green Goblin. Tom DeFalco story R | 2,118 | 0 | 0 | 596 | 564 | 360 | 598 | 9.30 |
| 468. Uncanny X-Men 158 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Rogue in title. Starjammers, Mystique & Carol Danvers appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Bob | 2,098 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 506 | 346 | 804 | 9.11 |
| 469. Infinity Gauntlet 2 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story George P?rez & Joe Rubinstein art George P?rez cover | 2,096 | 0 | 0 | 780 | 512 | 274 | 530 | 9.38 |
| 470. Silver Surfer v2 #1 (1982, Marvel Comics) One-shot. Galactus, Shalla Bal, Fantastic Four & Mephisto appearance. Stan Lee & John Byrne story John Byrne & Tom Palmer cov | 2,093 | 0 | 0 | 595 | 615 | 335 | 548 | 9.33 |
| 471. X-Men 2 (1991, Marvel Comics) Magneto, Val Cooper, Nick Fury, Moira MacTaggert & Acolytes appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover | 2,093 | 0 | 5 | 1,035 | 423 | 211 | 419 | 9.45 |
| 472. Amazing Spider-Man 56 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Captain George Stacy. Doctor Octopus appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito art John Rom | 2,090 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 63 | 142 | 1,870 | 7.36 |
| 473. Amazing Spider-Man 345 (1991, Marvel Comics) Cletus Kasady, Venom, Cardiac, Boomerang & Silver Sable appearance. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin art | 2,085 | 0 | 0 | 844 | 613 | 287 | 341 | 9.48 |
| 474. Amazing Spider-Man 21 (1965, Marvel Comics) Human Torch and Beetle appearance. Spider-Man pin-up. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,073 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 22 | 44 | 2,000 | 6.15 |
| 475. Punisher: War Zone 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Die-cut wraparound cover. Chuck Dixon story John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson art John Romita Jr. cover | 2,073 | 2 | 22 | 1,410 | 294 | 140 | 205 | 9.65 |
| 476. Amazing Fantasy 1 (2004, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Anya Coraz?n. Fiona Avery story Mark Brooks & Jaime Mendoza cover & art | 2,072 | 0 | 0 | 1,061 | 503 | 255 | 253 | 9.58 |
| 477. Uncanny X-Men 300 (1993, Marvel Comics) Anniversary issue. Acolytes appearance. Holo-grafx foil cover. Scott Lobdell story, Brandon Peterson, Dan Panosian & Al Milgr | 2,072 | 0 | 4 | 1,060 | 552 | 178 | 278 | 9.57 |
| 478. Uncanny X-Men 145 (1981, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom, Arcade & Miss Locke appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 2,066 | 0 | 8 | 643 | 476 | 324 | 615 | 9.25 |
| 479. Amazing Spider-Man 583 Variant Edition (2009, Marvel Comics) President Barack Obama cover & back-up story. Mark Waid & Zeb Wells stories Barry Kitson & Todd Nauck art Phil Jimenez cover | 2,065 | 0 | 0 | 1,358 | 431 | 161 | 115 | 9.68 |
| 480. Bloodstone 1 (2001, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Elsa Bloodstone. Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning story Michael Lopez & Scott Hanna art Michael Lopez cover | 2,065 | 0 | 0 | 858 | 554 | 305 | 348 | 9.49 |
| 481. Carnage: Black, White & Blood 1 Gleason Variant Cover (2021, Marvel Comics) Patrick Gleason cover Tini Howard, Benjamin Percy & Al Ewing stories, Ken Lashley, Sara Pichelli & John McCrea art | 2,058 | 0 | 1 | 1,894 | 102 | 29 | 32 | 9.77 |
| 482. Journey Into Mystery 85 (1962, Marvel Comics) 3rd appearance of Thor. 1st appearance of Loki, Heimdall, Asgard and Odin (cameo). Stan Lee and Larry Lieber stories Jack Kir | 2,049 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 2,037 | 4.27 |
| 483. Amazing Spider-Man 55 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Octopus appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito art John Romita cover | 2,046 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 24 | 72 | 1,940 | 6.82 |
| 484. Fantastic Four 36 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Frightful Four. 1st appearance of Medusa. Avengers and X-Men cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic | 2,042 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 34 | 1,994 | 6.17 |
| 485. Iron Man 2 (1968, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Drexel Cord. Letter from Bob Gale. Archie Goodwin story Jonny Craig cover and art | 2,040 | 0 | 2 | 37 | 79 | 126 | 1,796 | 7.31 |
| 486. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 12 (1985, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck, John Beatty & Art Adams art Mike Zeck cover | 2,039 | 1 | 3 | 832 | 435 | 240 | 528 | 9.32 |
| 487. Toxic Avenger 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) Based on the Troma movie character. Doug Moench story Rod Ramos & Val Mayerik art | 2,038 | 0 | 0 | 637 | 547 | 345 | 509 | 9.39 |
| 488. Fantastic Four 25 (1964, Marvel Comics) Hulk vs. Thing. Classic cover. Avengers appearance. 2nd Silver Age appearance of Captain America. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby a | 2,037 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 23 | 2,003 | 5.61 |
| 489. Amazing Spider-Man 258 (1984, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man's new costume revealed to be an alien symbiote. Mr. Fantastic, Human Torch, Black Cat & Hobgoblin appearance. Tom | 2,035 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 502 | 286 | 798 | 9.08 |
| 490. Daredevil 16 (1966, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. 1st John Romita Spider-Man art. 1st appearance of the Masked Marauder. Stan Lee story John Romita and | 2,034 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 37 | 1,984 | 6.31 |
| 491. Amazing Spider-Man 294 (1987, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Kraven the Hunter. Vermin appearance. J.M. DeMatteis story Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod cover & art | 2,031 | 0 | 0 | 442 | 557 | 343 | 689 | 9.19 |
| 492. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 5 (1984, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Bob Layton & John Beatty art Bob Layton & Bob Wiacek cover | 2,028 | 0 | 1 | 737 | 541 | 231 | 518 | 9.32 |
| 493. Marvel Tails 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Peter Porker the Spectacular Spider-Ham. Tom DeFalco story Mark Armstrong & Joe Albelo art Steve Mellor co | 2,021 | 0 | 0 | 440 | 452 | 319 | 810 | 9.05 |
| 494. Amazing Spider-Man 22 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Princess Python. Ringmaster and the Circus of Crime appearance. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,014 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 43 | 1,950 | 6.34 |
| 495. X-Men 112 (1978, Marvel Comics) Magneto appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art George P?rez & Bob Layton cover | 2,010 | 0 | 0 | 214 | 379 | 365 | 1,052 | 8.80 |
| 496. Wolverine 27 (1990, Marvel Comics) Karma & Jessica Drew appearance. Mary Jo Duffy story John Buscema & Dan Green art Jim Lee cover | 2,009 | 0 | 0 | 754 | 563 | 309 | 383 | 9.45 |
| 497. Amazing Spider-Man 134 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Tarantula. Punisher cameo on last page. Harry Osborn discovers Spider-Man's identity. Gerry Conway stor | 2,007 | 0 | 0 | 74 | 207 | 265 | 1,461 | 8.21 |
| 498. Immortal Hulk 1 (2018, Marvel Comics) Incredible Hulk #718 Incredible Hulk #105 cover homage. Al Ewing story Joe Bennett & Ruy Jos? art Alex Ross cover | 2,006 | 0 | 0 | 1,140 | 573 | 148 | 145 | 9.64 |
| 499. Silk 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) Robbie Thompson story Stacey Lee art Dave Johnson cover | 2,006 | 0 | 1 | 1,688 | 190 | 58 | 69 | 9.74 |
| 500. Amazing Spider-Man 24 (1965, Marvel Comics) Mysterio appearance. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 2,002 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 44 | 1,943 | 6.38 |
| 501. Ms. Marvel 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) Kamala Khan becomes the new Ms. Marvel. G. Willow Wilson story Adrian Alphona art Sara Pichelli cover | 1,988 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 478 | 207 | 303 | 9.53 |
| 502. Amazing Spider-Man v2 #30 (2001, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #471 J. Michael Straczynski storyline begins. 1st appearance of Ezekiel & Morlun. J. Michael Straczynski s | 1,983 | 0 | 6 | 1,126 | 513 | 137 | 201 | 9.62 |
| 503. Sentry 1 (2000, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Sentry (Robert Reynolds). Paul Jenkins story Jae Lee cover & art | 1,982 | 0 | 0 | 734 | 610 | 272 | 366 | 9.48 |
| 504. Spectacular Spider-Man 200 (1993, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Harry Osborn. Green Goblin appearance. Holo-grafx cover. J.M. DeMatteis story Sal Buscema cover & art | 1,982 | 0 | 2 | 1,081 | 420 | 187 | 292 | 9.57 |
| 505. Uncanny X-Men 184 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Forge. Selene appearance. Chris Claremont story John Romita Jr. & Dan Green cover & art | 1,979 | 0 | 2 | 774 | 454 | 242 | 507 | 9.35 |
| 506. Strange Tales 178 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Magus. Warlock begins. Strange Tales & Warlock in indicia. Jim Starlin story, cover & art | 1,977 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 169 | 254 | 1,507 | 8.20 |
| 507. Amazing Spider-Man 311 (1989, Marvel Comics) Mysterio appearance. Hobgoblin cameo on last page. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,974 | 0 | 1 | 775 | 529 | 267 | 402 | 9.44 |
| 508. Thor 126 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st issue. Formerly Journey Into Mystery. Thor vs. Hercules. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta cover and art | 1,970 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 32 | 1,924 | 6.42 |
| 509. Thor 134 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of the High Evolutionary. Origin and 1st app. of the Man-Beast. 1st app. of Fafnir. Galactus cameo. Stan Lee story J | 1,970 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 51 | 1,887 | 6.49 |
| 510. Daredevil 3 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Owl (Leland Owlsley). Stan Lee story Joe Orlando and Vince Colletta art Jack Kirby and Vinc | 1,969 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 30 | 1,923 | 5.67 |
| 511. Infinity Gauntlet 3 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story George P?rez & Joe Rubinstein art George P?rez cover | 1,969 | 0 | 0 | 987 | 422 | 200 | 360 | 9.49 |
| 512. Marvel Graphic Novel 4 (1982, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of The New Mutants (Cannonball, Psyche, Sunspot & Wolfsbane). Chris Claremont story Bob McLeod cover | 1,955 | 0 | 0 | 365 | 341 | 276 | 973 | 8.89 |
| 513. Star Wars 6 (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 6 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin & Rick Hoberg art Rick Hoberg & Tom Palm | 1,954 | 0 | 0 | 165 | 434 | 350 | 1,005 | 8.87 |
| 514. Black Panther 3 (2022, Marvel Comics) Black Panther #200 1st appearance of Tosin Oduye. John Ridley story Juann Cabal art Alex Ross cover | 1,952 | 0 | 2 | 1,721 | 142 | 39 | 48 | 9.75 |
| 515. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 9 (1985, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod cover | 1,951 | 0 | 2 | 815 | 450 | 230 | 454 | 9.38 |
| 516. NYX 4 (2004, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Tatiana. X-23 appearance. Joe Quesada story Joshua Middleton cover & art | 1,948 | 0 | 0 | 601 | 541 | 307 | 499 | 9.40 |
| 517. New Avengers 7 (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Illuminati. Sentry, Wrecker & Maria Hill appearance. Paul Jenkins cameo on last page. Brian Michael Ben | 1,944 | 0 | 0 | 910 | 557 | 240 | 237 | 9.56 |
| 518. Amazing Spider-Man 102 (1971, Marvel Comics) Origin and 2nd appearance of Morbius. Lizard appearance. Roy Thomas story Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia cover and art | 1,942 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 73 | 135 | 1,712 | 7.66 |
| 519. X-Men 128 (1979, Marvel Comics) Proteus appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art George P?rez & Terry Austin cover | 1,941 | 0 | 0 | 253 | 455 | 395 | 838 | 9.02 |
| 520. Fantastic Four 6 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st Marvel villain team-up. 2nd appearance of Doctor Doom and the Silver Age Sub-Mariner. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick | 1,937 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 1,927 | 4.53 |
| 521. Spider-Man 2 (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard & Calypso appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 1,933 | 0 | 1 | 1,191 | 385 | 141 | 215 | 9.60 |
| 522. Amazing Spider-Man 48 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st Blackie Drago appearance as the new Vulture. Stan Lee story John Romita cover and art | 1,929 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 59 | 98 | 1,754 | 7.24 |
| 523. Champions 1 (2016, Marvel Comics) Ms. Marvel (Khan), Spider-Man (Morales), Nova (Alexander), Hulk (Cho) & Viv Vision form the new Champions. Mark Waid story Hu | 1,926 | 0 | 0 | 1,548 | 250 | 56 | 72 | 9.73 |
| 524. Silver Surfer 14 (1970, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. Letter from Doug Moench. Stan Lee story John Buscema and Dan Adkins art John Buscema cover | 1,926 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 68 | 117 | 1,727 | 7.50 |
| 525. Venom 1 (2018, Marvel Comics) Venom #166 Donny Cates story Ryan Stegman & JP Mayer art Ryan Stegman cover | 1,924 | 0 | 0 | 1,294 | 404 | 115 | 111 | 9.69 |
| 526. Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends 1 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Firestar in comics (out of Marvel continuity). Adapted from the NBC cartoon. Dennis Marks story Dan Spiegle | 1,923 | 0 | 0 | 332 | 405 | 324 | 862 | 8.96 |
| 527. X-Men 124 (1979, Marvel Comics) Colossus becomes Proletarian. Arcade, Miss Locke & Colleen Wing appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin a | 1,919 | 0 | 1 | 302 | 413 | 332 | 871 | 8.93 |
| 528. X-Men 123 (1979, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man, Arcade, Miss Locke & Colleen Wing appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art Terry Austin c | 1,918 | 0 | 1 | 330 | 448 | 337 | 802 | 9.03 |
| 529. Tales of Suspense 59 (1964, Marvel Comics) Iron Man/Captain America double feature begins. 1st solo Captain America story since the 1950s. Black Knight app. Stan Lee st | 1,917 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 26 | 44 | 1,829 | 6.16 |
| 530. Star Wars: The Mandalorian 1 (2022, Marvel Comics) Rodney Barnes story Georges Jeanty & Karl Story art Adi Granov cover | 1,915 | 0 | 0 | 1,608 | 186 | 64 | 57 | 9.74 |
| 531. Captain America 111 (1969, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Steve Rogers identity. Madame Hydra (Viper) appearance. Jim Steranko story and cover Jim Steranko and Joe Sinnott | 1,911 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 76 | 167 | 1,627 | 7.62 |
| 532. Star Wars 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) Jason Aaron story John Cassaday cover & art | 1,909 | 0 | 0 | 1,379 | 297 | 125 | 108 | 9.69 |
| 533. Wolverine v3 #66 (2008, Marvel Comics) "Old Man Logan" storyline begins. Wraparound cover. Mark Millar story Steve McNiven & Dexter Vines cover & art | 1,905 | 0 | 0 | 896 | 562 | 204 | 243 | 9.56 |
| 534. Amazing Spider-Man 35 (1966, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of the Molten Man. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko art Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby cover | 1,904 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 44 | 1,840 | 6.59 |
| 535. Invaders 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Giant-Size Invaders #1 Roy Thomas story Frank Robbins & Vince Colletta art John Romita cover | 1,894 | 0 | 0 | 228 | 346 | 308 | 1,012 | 8.76 |
| 536. Fantastic Four 57 (1966, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer, Sandman and Inhumans appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,881 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 54 | 1,800 | 6.61 |
| 537. Amazing Spider-Man 32 (1966, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Doctor Curt Connors. Doctor Octopus appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko cover and art | 1,880 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 70 | 1,773 | 6.59 |
| 538. Avengers 10 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Immortus. Baron Zemo, Enchantress and Executioner appearance. Captain America pin-up. Stan Lee story Don He | 1,880 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 35 | 1,825 | 5.86 |
| 539. Akira 1 (1988, Marvel/Epic Comics) 1st American appearance of Kaneda & Tetsuo. 1st full color printing. Katsuhiro Otomo story, cover & art | 1,876 | 0 | 1 | 515 | 587 | 333 | 440 | 9.41 |
| 540. Amazing Spider-Man 49 (1967, Marvel Comics) Vulture (Blackie Drago) and Kraven appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita cover and art | 1,876 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 41 | 86 | 1,732 | 7.13 |
| 541. Darth Vader 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Black Krrsantan. Kieron Gillen story Salvador Larroca art Adi Granov cover | 1,872 | 0 | 0 | 1,038 | 460 | 160 | 214 | 9.60 |
| 542. X-Men 122 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st Mastermind as Jason Wyngarde. Luke Cage, Misty Knight, Colleen Wing & Mariko appearance. Arcade cameo. Chris Claremont st | 1,871 | 0 | 0 | 195 | 403 | 340 | 933 | 8.87 |
| 543. Amazing Spider-Man 120 (1973, Marvel Comics) Hulk appearance. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover Gil Kane, John Romita, Tony Mortellaro and Paul Reinman art | 1,851 | 0 | 0 | 77 | 154 | 216 | 1,404 | 8.19 |
| 544. All-New Wolverine 1 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st Laura Kinney as the new Wolverine. Tom Taylor story David L?pez & David Navarrot art Bengal cover | 1,847 | 0 | 0 | 1,408 | 262 | 92 | 85 | 9.70 |
| 545. Avengers 58 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Vision. Vision joins the Avengers. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and George Klein art John Buscema cover | 1,847 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 109 | 181 | 1,519 | 7.83 |
| 546. Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur 1 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Moon Girl (Lunella Lafayette). Brandon Montclare & Amy Reeder story Natacha Bustos art Amy Reeder cover | 1,847 | 0 | 0 | 852 | 534 | 211 | 250 | 9.56 |
| 547. Marvel Team-Up 95 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mockingbird. Nick Fury appearance. Steven Grant story Jimmy Janes & Bruce Patterson art Frank Miller & Bob | 1,846 | 0 | 0 | 279 | 371 | 266 | 930 | 8.86 |
| 548. Web of Spider-Man 100 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the "Spider-Armor". Origin of Nightwatch. Green holo-grafx foil cover. Terry Kavanagh story Alex Saviuk & J | 1,837 | 1 | 0 | 915 | 404 | 200 | 317 | 9.54 |
| 549. X-Men Adventures 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Based on the animated television series. Ralph Macchio story Andrew Wildman & Robert Campanella art Steve Lightle cover | 1,825 | 0 | 0 | 403 | 488 | 379 | 555 | 9.27 |
| 550. X-Men 106 (1977, Marvel Comics) Firelord & Misty Knight appearance. Chris Claremont & Bill Mantlo story Bob Brown & Tom Sutton art Dave Cockrum cover & art | 1,819 | 0 | 0 | 155 | 310 | 314 | 1,040 | 8.66 |
| 551. Fantastic Four 66 (1967, Marvel Comics) 2 part origin of Him (Warlock) begins. Him does not appear. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,815 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 39 | 1,757 | 6.47 |
| 552. Marvel Super-Heroes 20 (1969, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom story. Diablo appearance. 1st appearance of Valeria. Reprints Young Men #24 in its entirety. Larry Lieber and Roy | 1,815 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 40 | 1,749 | 6.35 |
| 553. Ultimate Spider-Man 2 (2000, Marvel Comics) 2 different covers exist. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley & Art Thibert art Mark Bagley covers | 1,815 | 0 | 1 | 853 | 576 | 224 | 161 | 9.62 |
| 554. Fantastic Four 2 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Skrulls. 2nd appearance of the Fantastic Four. Thing pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and George Klein | 1,814 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 1,800 | 4.00 |
| 555. Fantastic Four 94 (1970, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Agatha Harkness. Medusa and Frightful Four (Wizard, Trapster and Sandman) appearance. Stan Lee story Jack K | 1,814 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 45 | 81 | 1,676 | 7.12 |
| 556. Amazing Spider-Man 61 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st Gwen Stacy cover. Kingpin appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and Mike Esposito art | 1,812 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 51 | 108 | 1,628 | 7.36 |
| 557. Marvel Preview 4 (1976, Marvel Comics) Bernie Wrightson frontispiece. Origin & 1st appearance Star-Lord & Sword in the Star. Steve Englehart story, Gray Morrow cov | 1,808 | 0 | 0 | 102 | 171 | 185 | 1,350 | 7.92 |
| 558. Amazing Spider-Man 289 (1987, Marvel Comics) Ned Leeds revealed as Hobgoblin. 1st app. new Hobgoblin (Jack O'Lantern). Kingpin, Rose & Foreigner appearance. Peter David s | 1,804 | 0 | 1 | 388 | 426 | 323 | 666 | 9.13 |
| 559. Amazing Spider-Man 323 (1989, Marvel Comics) Captain America, Silver Sable & Solo appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,789 | 0 | 3 | 681 | 497 | 270 | 338 | 9.45 |
| 560. Incredible Hulk 2 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st green Hulk. 2nd appearance of Hulk, Rick Jones, Betty Ross and General Ross. 1st appearance of the Toad Men. Stan Lee sto | 1,788 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1,781 | 3.94 |
| 561. Incredible Hulk: Facsimile Edition 181 Foil Edition (2023, Marvel Comics) Reprints Incredible Hulk #181 Herb Trimpe cover | 1,787 | 1 | 7 | 1,629 | 106 | 23 | 21 | 9.77 |
| 562. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 11 (1985, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Mike Zeck, John Beatty & Art Adams art Mike Zeck cover | 1,786 | 0 | 1 | 706 | 421 | 201 | 457 | 9.31 |
| 563. Star Wars 39 (1980, Marvel Comics) Part 1 of "The Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. Archie Goodwin story Al Williamson & Carlos Garz?n cover & art | 1,784 | 0 | 1 | 357 | 514 | 362 | 550 | 9.23 |
| 564. Amazing Spider-Man 500 (2003, Marvel Comics) Doctor Strange appearance. J. Michael Straczynski story John Romita Sr. & Jr. & Scott Hanna art J. Scott Campbell & Tim Tow | 1,782 | 0 | 3 | 1,010 | 384 | 162 | 223 | 9.59 |
| 565. Amazing Spider-Man 58 (1968, Marvel Comics) Professor Spencer Smythe, Spider-Slayer, Ka-Zar and Zabu appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck | 1,780 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 28 | 73 | 1,669 | 7.08 |
| 566. Web of Spider-Man 90 (1992, Marvel Comics) Gatefold Spider-Man 2099 poster by Rick Leonardi. Hologram cover. Mysterio appearance. Howard Mackie story Alex Saviuk & Sam | 1,780 | 0 | 0 | 574 | 449 | 290 | 467 | 9.40 |
| 567. X-Men 103 (1977, Marvel Comics) Black Tom & Juggernaut appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Sam Grainger art Dave Cockrum cover | 1,780 | 0 | 0 | 97 | 217 | 300 | 1,166 | 8.48 |
| 568. Guardians of the Galaxy 1 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Taserface. Jim Valentino story, cover & art | 1,779 | 0 | 0 | 469 | 472 | 273 | 565 | 9.26 |
| 569. New X-Men 128 (2002, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Fantomex. Professor X reveals to the world that he is a mutant. Grant Morrison story Igor Kordey art Ethan | 1,777 | 0 | 0 | 1,045 | 422 | 168 | 142 | 9.63 |
| 570. Wolverine: The Origin 2 (2001, Marvel Comics) Paul Jenkins story Andy Kubert & Richard Isanove art Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove cover | 1,777 | 1 | 10 | 1,132 | 367 | 87 | 180 | 9.70 |
| 571. Incredible Hulk 6 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Teen Brigade and the Metal Master. Last issue. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko cover and art | 1,773 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1,763 | 4.24 |
| 572. Werewolf By Night 33 (1975, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Moon Knight. Doug Moench story Don Perlin & Howie Perlin art Gil Kane & Klaus Janson cover | 1,764 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 54 | 131 | 1,566 | 7.43 |
| 573. Punisher Limited Series 2 (1986, Marvel Comics) Steven Grant story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 1,763 | 0 | 0 | 416 | 451 | 285 | 611 | 9.20 |
| 574. Star Wars 41 (1980, Marvel Comics) Part 3 of "Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. 5 pg behind-the-scenes look at production of "ESB" movie adaptation. Archie | 1,762 | 0 | 0 | 328 | 431 | 370 | 633 | 9.12 |
| 575. X-Men 110 (1978, Marvel Comics) Phoenix joins the X-Men. Warhawk appearance. Chris Claremont story Tony DeZuniga & Dave Cockrum art Dave Cockrum & Terry Aus | 1,757 | 0 | 0 | 233 | 348 | 296 | 880 | 8.81 |
| 576. Amazing Spider-Man 55 Third Printing (2021, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #856 Nick Spencer story Patrick Gleason cover & art | 1,755 | 0 | 0 | 1,543 | 145 | 40 | 27 | 9.76 |
| 577. Star Trek 1 (1980, Marvel Comics) Movie adaptation. Marv Wolfman story Dave Cockrum & Klaus Janson art Steve Leialoha cover | 1,751 | 0 | 0 | 539 | 504 | 267 | 441 | 9.33 |
| 578. Amazing Spider-Man 195 (1979, Marvel Comics) Origin & 2nd appearance of Black Cat. Marv Wolfman story Keith Pollard art Al Milgrom cover | 1,749 | 0 | 0 | 323 | 428 | 288 | 710 | 8.97 |
| 579. Uncanny X-Men 193 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Warpath in costume. Rachel Summers joins the X-Men. Chris Claremont story John Romita Jr. & Dan Green cove | 1,748 | 0 | 1 | 796 | 421 | 212 | 318 | 9.45 |
| 580. Journey Into Mystery Annual 1 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Hercules and Zeus. Thor vs. Hercules. Only issue. Becomes Thor Annual. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Vince | 1,747 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 22 | 1,713 | 5.43 |
| 581. X-Men 15 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Master Mold. 2nd appearance of the Sentinels. Origin of the Beast. Stan Lee story Dick Ayers and Werner | 1,746 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 18 | 1,724 | 6.04 |
| 582. Punisher War Journal 7 (1989, Marvel Comics) Wolverine appearance. Carl Potts story & art Jim Lee cover & art | 1,741 | 0 | 0 | 882 | 423 | 187 | 249 | 9.54 |
| 583. Fantastic Four 3 (1962, Marvel Comics) Fantastic Four don costumes and establish headquarters. Origin retold. 1st appearance of the Miracle Man. Stan Lee story Jack | 1,736 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1,731 | 4.18 |
| 584. X-Men: Alpha 1 (1995, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Dark Beast. Blink & Morph appearance. Chromium wraparound cover. Scott Lobdell & Mark Waid story Roger | 1,735 | 2 | 13 | 1,136 | 330 | 126 | 128 | 9.65 |
| 585. Incredible Hulk 4 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin of Hulk retold. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art | 1,734 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 1,719 | 4.48 |
| 586. Amazing Spider-Man 53 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Octopus appearance. Peter Parker and Gwen Stacy's 1st date. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito cover and ar | 1,728 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 48 | 103 | 1,565 | 7.02 |
| 587. X-Men 115 (1978, Marvel Comics) Sauron, Ka-Zar & Zabu appearance. Garokk & Zaladane appearance in flashback. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin | 1,727 | 0 | 0 | 172 | 311 | 298 | 946 | 8.74 |
| 588. Ultimate Spider-Man 1 Variant Cover (2000, Marvel Comics) 1st "Ultimate" title. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley & Art Thibert art Joe Quesada cover | 1,725 | 0 | 0 | 477 | 666 | 304 | 278 | 9.51 |
| 589. Spectacular Spider-Man 27 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st Frank Miller Daredevil art. Masked Marauder appearance. Carrion cameo. Bill Mantlo story Frank Miller & Frank Springer ar | 1,724 | 0 | 1 | 232 | 389 | 320 | 782 | 8.96 |
| 590. Avengers 6 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Baron Zemo and his Masters of Evil. Paste-Pot Pete cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone cover an | 1,720 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 20 | 30 | 1,659 | 5.85 |
| 591. Infinity Gauntlet 6 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & Joe Rubinstein art Ron Lim & George P?rez cover | 1,719 | 0 | 0 | 767 | 427 | 200 | 325 | 9.47 |
| 592. Amazing Spider-Man 256 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Puma (Thomas Fireheart). Black Cat & Rose appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein cover & | 1,714 | 0 | 1 | 411 | 474 | 280 | 548 | 9.20 |
| 593. Punisher Limited Series 4 (1986, Marvel Comics) Jigsaw appearance. Steven Grant story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 1,710 | 0 | 2 | 574 | 459 | 266 | 409 | 9.39 |
| 594. Amazing Spider-Man 378 (1993, Marvel Comics) Carnage, Venom, Cloak, Shriek, Doppelganger & Demogoblin appearance. J.M. DeMatteis story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover | 1,707 | 0 | 1 | 848 | 372 | 209 | 277 | 9.51 |
| 595. Marvel Team-Up 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man team-ups begin. Human Torch. Spider-Man saves woman who is eventually revealed as Misty Knight. Roy Thomas story R | 1,705 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 20 | 91 | 1,591 | 7.54 |
| 596. X-Men 111 (1978, Marvel Comics) Mesmero & Magneto appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art Dave Cockrum & Terry Austin cover | 1,704 | 0 | 0 | 217 | 390 | 292 | 805 | 8.86 |
| 597. Incredible Hulk 141 (1971, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Doc Samson. (Doctor Leonard Samson). Roy Thomas story Herb Trimpe and John Severin art Herb Tri | 1,703 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 76 | 172 | 1,419 | 7.70 |
| 598. Venom/Deadpool: What If? 1 (2011, Marvel Comics) Rick Remender story Shawn Moll art Skottie Young cover | 1,688 | 0 | 0 | 835 | 401 | 201 | 251 | 9.53 |
| 599. Shogun Warriors 1 (1979, Marvel Comics) Doug Moench story Herb Trimpe & Dan Green art Herb Trimpe & Al Milgrom cover | 1,686 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 433 | 220 | 527 | 9.22 |
| 600. Amazing Spider-Man 569 Variant Edition (2008, Marvel Comics) Eddie Brock becomes Anti-Venom. Thunderbolts (Norman Osborn, Radioactive Man, Songbird, Bullseye & Venom) app. Dan Slott stor | 1,684 | 0 | 0 | 734 | 489 | 239 | 222 | 9.56 |
| 601. Thor: God of Thunder 6 (2013, Marvel Comics) Origin of Gorr. Jason Aaron story Butch Guice & Tom Palmer art Esad Ribic cover | 1,684 | 0 | 1 | 728 | 448 | 214 | 293 | 9.50 |
| 602. Adam: Legend of the Blue Marvel 1 (2009, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Blue Marvel (Adam Brashear) & Anti-Man (Conner Sims) Kevin Grevioux story Mat Broome, Sean Parsons & ? | 1,679 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 526 | 282 | 450 | 9.34 |
| 603. Amazing Spider-Man 162 (1976, Marvel Comics) Punisher & Nightcrawler appearance. 1st appearance of Jigsaw (William Russo) & Doctor Marla Madison. Len Wein story Ross Andr | 1,672 | 0 | 0 | 175 | 288 | 279 | 930 | 8.64 |
| 604. Fear 19 (1973, Marvel Comics) Man-Thing. 1st appearance of Howard the Duck and Korrek. Jennifer Kale and Dakimh appearance. Steve Gerber story Val Mayerik | 1,665 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 99 | 153 | 1,366 | 7.83 |
| 605. Tales of Suspense 94 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of M.O.D.O.K. (George Tarleton). Titanium Man appearance. Stan Lee story Gene Colan and Dan Adkins art Jack Ki | 1,662 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 22 | 47 | 1,583 | 6.49 |
| 606. Champions 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) Black Widow, Hercules, Ghost Rider, Angel & Iceman form the Champions. Venus, Pluto, Ares & Hippolyta app. Tony Isabella stor | 1,661 | 0 | 0 | 146 | 303 | 297 | 915 | 8.69 |
| 607. What If? 31 (1982, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Hulk, Magneto & Wolverine. X-Men & Peter Parker appearance. Margopoulos, Stern & Mantlo stories Budiansky, Esposi | 1,661 | 0 | 0 | 359 | 389 | 259 | 654 | 9.09 |
| 608. All-New Wolverine 2 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gabby, Bellona & Zelda Kinney. Taskmaster cameo on last page. Tom Taylor story David L?pez & David Navarrot | 1,660 | 0 | 0 | 1,142 | 314 | 91 | 113 | 9.67 |
| 609. Uncanny X-Men 207 (1986, Marvel Comics) Selene appearance. Chris Claremont story John Romita Jr. & Dan Green cover & art | 1,660 | 0 | 2 | 517 | 420 | 254 | 467 | 9.29 |
| 610. X-Men 114 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st use of "Uncanny" in logo. Sauron cameo on last page. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 1,660 | 0 | 0 | 122 | 245 | 302 | 991 | 8.62 |
| 611. Spectacular Spider-Man 101 (1985, Marvel Comics) Whiplash appearance. Cary Burkett story Juan Alacantara & Jack Abel art John Byrne cover | 1,659 | 0 | 2 | 336 | 426 | 258 | 637 | 9.15 |
| 612. Uncanny X-Men 239 (1988, Marvel Comics) Mister Sinister, N'astirh & Malice/Polaris appearance. Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Dan Green cover & art | 1,659 | 0 | 0 | 478 | 438 | 261 | 482 | 9.28 |
| 613. Excalibur 1 (1988, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Widget. Pin-up by Alan Davis & Paul Neary on back cover. Chris Claremont story Alan Davis & Paul Neary cove | 1,657 | 0 | 0 | 902 | 325 | 151 | 279 | 9.52 |
| 614. Venom: Lethal Protector 3 (1993, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. David Michelinie story Bagley, de la Rosa & Milgrom art Mark Bagley & Sam de la Rosa cover | 1,657 | 0 | 1 | 897 | 376 | 152 | 231 | 9.58 |
| 615. Fantastic Four 13 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Red Ghost and the Watcher. Full-page ad for Tales of Suspense #39 and Amazing Spider-Man #1 Stan Lee st | 1,653 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 1,640 | 4.75 |
| 616. Uncanny X-Men 168 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of adult Madelyne Pryor. Lockheed appearance. Chris Claremont story Paul Smith & Bob Wiacek art Paul Smith co | 1,653 | 0 | 1 | 533 | 435 | 209 | 475 | 9.27 |
| 617. Avengers 16 (1965, Marvel Comics) Hawkeye, Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver join the Avengers. Sub-Mariner cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers art Jac | 1,650 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 35 | 1,599 | 6.40 |
| 618. Avengers 1 Sketch Edition (2010, Marvel Comics) Partial blank cover. Brian Michael Bendis story John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson art | 1,647 | 0 | 3 | 934 | 420 | 138 | 152 | 9.63 |
| 619. Amazing Spider-Man 57 (1968, Marvel Comics) Ka-Zar and Zabu appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and Mike Esposito art | 1,646 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 64 | 114 | 1,437 | 7.53 |
| 620. Fantastic Four Annual 2 (1964, Marvel Comics) Origin of Doctor Doom. Includes 11 pin-ups. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone art Jack Kirby and Sol Brodsky cover | 1,646 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 1,626 | 5.20 |
| 621. Infinity Gauntlet 5 (1991, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & Joe Rubinstein art Ron Lim & George P?rez cover | 1,645 | 0 | 1 | 694 | 397 | 202 | 351 | 9.43 |
| 622. Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos 13 (1964, Marvel Comics) Captain America & Bucky appearance. 1st meeting of Nick Fury & Captain America. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby & Dick Ayers art Ja | 1,643 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 28 | 1,597 | 6.08 |
| 623. Amazing Spider-Man 54 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Octopus appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito art John Romita cover | 1,641 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 38 | 72 | 1,515 | 7.24 |
| 624. X-Men 16 (1966, Marvel Comics) 3rd "Marvel Comics Group" bold text logo 3rd appearance of the Sentinels. Stan Lee story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Jack | 1,641 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 31 | 1,585 | 6.41 |
| 625. Daredevil 8 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Stilt-Man (Wilbur Day). Stan Lee story Wally Wood cover and art | 1,640 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 32 | 55 | 1,544 | 6.68 |
| 626. Amazing Spider-Man 69 (1969, Marvel Comics) Kingpin appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,635 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 61 | 137 | 1,408 | 7.63 |
| 627. Punisher Limited Series 3 (1986, Marvel Comics) Steven Grant story Mike Zeck & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 1,627 | 0 | 0 | 440 | 429 | 240 | 518 | 9.27 |
| 628. X-Men 19 (1966, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Mimic (Calvin Rankin). Stan Lee story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Kirby, Roth and Ayers | 1,624 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 51 | 1,536 | 6.88 |
| 629. Amazing Fantasy 15 (2006, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Amadeus Cho, Blackjack (Ace & One-Eyed Jacquie), Monstro, Positron & the Heartbreak Kid. Pak, Kirkman, Saca | 1,623 | 0 | 0 | 398 | 520 | 312 | 393 | 9.41 |
| 630. Amazing Spider-Man 65 (1968, Marvel Comics) Foggy Nelson cameo. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,622 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 80 | 141 | 1,375 | 7.72 |
| 631. Daredevil 182 (1982, Marvel Comics) Punisher & Kingpin appearance. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 1,621 | 0 | 1 | 592 | 432 | 232 | 364 | 9.39 |
| 632. Captain America 25 (2014, Marvel Comics) Sam Wilson becomes the new Captain America. Rick Remender story Carlos Pacheco & Stuart Immonen art Stuart Immonen cover | 1,618 | 0 | 0 | 753 | 502 | 187 | 176 | 9.59 |
| 633. Amazing Spider-Man 73 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Silvermane (Silvio Manfredi) and Man-Mountain Marko. Doctor Curt Connors cameo on last page. Stan Lee story | 1,614 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 105 | 162 | 1,297 | 7.86 |
| 634. Daredevil 5 (1964, Marvel Comics) Minor costume change. Origin and 1st appearance of the Matador (Manuel Eloganto). Daredevil pin-up. Stan Lee story Wally Wood | 1,611 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 35 | 1,557 | 6.13 |
| 635. X-Men 113 (1978, Marvel Comics) Magneto appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin art John Byrne & Bob Layton cover | 1,609 | 0 | 1 | 160 | 303 | 303 | 842 | 8.79 |
| 636. X-Men 60 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Sauron (Doctor Karl Lykos). Roy Thomas story Neal Adams and Tom Palmer cover and art | 1,605 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 51 | 91 | 1,448 | 7.33 |
| 637. Uncanny X-Men 205 (1986, Marvel Comics) Origin of Lady Deathstrike. Spiral & Energizer (Katie Power) appearance. Chris Claremont story Barry Windsor-Smith cover & ar | 1,601 | 0 | 1 | 514 | 428 | 249 | 409 | 9.33 |
| 638. Strange Tales 126 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Clea and Dormammu. Fantastic Four, Mad Thinker and Puppet Master appearance. Stan Lee story, Jack Kirby cov | 1,599 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 19 | 1,564 | 5.58 |
| 639. Amazing Spider-Man 400 Die-Cut Cover (1995, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Aunt May. Embossed wraparound cover. J.M. DeMatteis stories Mark Bagley, Larry Mahlstedt, John Romita Sr. & Jr. a | 1,597 | 0 | 0 | 858 | 324 | 166 | 249 | 9.54 |
| 640. Cable 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) Embossed gold foil logo. Wraparound cover. Fabian Nicieza story Art Thibert cover & art | 1,596 | 0 | 4 | 797 | 364 | 138 | 293 | 9.53 |
| 641. Amazing Spider-Man 125 (1973, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Man-Wolf. Gerry Conway story Andru, Romita and Mortellaro art John Romita and Tony Mortellaro cover | 1,590 | 0 | 1 | 100 | 205 | 255 | 1,029 | 8.46 |
| 642. Star Wars 8 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Jaxxon, Hedji, Don-Wan Kihotay, Amaiza & Jimm (Starkiller Kid). Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin & Tom Palme | 1,590 | 0 | 0 | 238 | 399 | 269 | 684 | 8.95 |
| 643. Inhumans v2 #5 (1999, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Black Widow (Yelena Belova, face not shown). Paul Jenkins story Jae Lee cover & art | 1,589 | 0 | 0 | 610 | 502 | 251 | 226 | 9.52 |
| 644. Ghost Rider v2 #31 (1992, Marvel Comics) Gatefold centerfold. Poly-bag removed. Howard Mackie story Andy & Joe Kubert cover & art | 1,586 | 0 | 0 | 743 | 289 | 165 | 389 | 9.48 |
| 645. Avengers 5 (1964, Marvel Comics) Hulk and Lava Men appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman cover and art | 1,583 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 19 | 1,551 | 5.74 |
| 646. Uncanny X-Men 155 (1982, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Brood. Starjammers & Tigra appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 1,581 | 0 | 0 | 531 | 407 | 233 | 410 | 9.31 |
| 647. Amazing Spider-Man 86 (1970, Marvel Comics) Black Widow appearance. Black Widow dons a new costume. Stan Lee story John Romita & Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,580 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 55 | 104 | 1,400 | 7.55 |
| 648. Iron Man 150 (1981, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom & Morgan Le Fey appearance. David Michelinie story John Romita Jr. & Bob Layton cover & art | 1,577 | 0 | 0 | 151 | 225 | 247 | 954 | 8.70 |
| 649. Captain America 6 Variant Edition (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Winter Soldier. "The Scarlet and the Black" movie poster cover homage. Captain America #555 Ed Brubake | 1,571 | 0 | 0 | 631 | 484 | 233 | 223 | 9.55 |
| 650. Tales of Suspense 58 (1964, Marvel Comics) Captain America vs. Iron Man. 2nd appearance of Kraven. Last "Tales of the Watcher" story. Stan Lee story Don Heck, Dick Ayer | 1,567 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 30 | 1,531 | 5.69 |
| 651. Ghost Rider 2 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Daimon Hellstrom. 1st appearance of Son of Satan (cameo). Story continued in Marvel Spotlight #12 Gary | 1,566 | 0 | 0 | 64 | 152 | 156 | 1,194 | 8.05 |
| 652. Marvel Zombies 1 (2006, Marvel Comics) Amazing Fantasy #15 cover homage. Robert Kirkman story Sean Phillips art Arthur Suydam cover | 1,564 | 0 | 0 | 436 | 570 | 264 | 294 | 9.47 |
| 653. Morbius: The Living Vampire 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Poly-bag removed. Len Kaminski story Ron Wagner & Mike Witherby cover & art | 1,561 | 0 | 0 | 764 | 282 | 156 | 359 | 9.50 |
| 654. X-Men 40 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin of Cyclops. Roy Thomas story, Don Heck, Werner Roth and John Verpoorten art George Tuska cover and art | 1,558 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 72 | 112 | 1,349 | 7.54 |
| 655. Spider-Man Noir 1 (2009, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Spider-Man Noir. David Hine & Fabrice Sapolsky story Carmine Di Giandomenico art Patrick Zircher cover | 1,556 | 0 | 0 | 876 | 377 | 158 | 145 | 9.62 |
| 656. Spectacular Spider-Man 189 (1992, Marvel Comics) Green Goblin & Molten Man appearance. Hologram cover. Gatefold poster by Charles Vess. J.M. DeMatteis story Sal Buscema art | 1,555 | 0 | 0 | 693 | 385 | 170 | 307 | 9.50 |
| 657. X-Men 116 (1978, Marvel Comics) Ka-Zar, Zabu, Garokk, Zaladane & Karl Lykos appearance. Chris Claremont story John Byrne & Terry Austin cover & art | 1,554 | 0 | 0 | 112 | 301 | 306 | 835 | 8.79 |
| 658. Strange Academy 1 Campbell Variant Cover (2020, Marvel Comics) 1st app of Emily Bright, Doyle Dormammu, Shaylee Moonpeddle, Calvin Morse, Dessy, Germ?n, Guslaug, Zoe, Alvi, Iric & Toth. Sk | 1,553 | 0 | 0 | 1,180 | 230 | 75 | 68 | 9.70 |
| 659. X-Men 56 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Living Monolith. Origin of Angel. Roy Thomas story, Neal Adams cover Neal Adams, Tom Palmer, Werner Ro | 1,553 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 62 | 123 | 1,338 | 7.85 |
| 660. Fantastic Four Annual 1 (1963, Marvel Comics) 2nd "Marvel Comics Group 25 cents" logo. Origin of the Sub-Mariner. 15 pin-ups. 1st appearance of Lady Dorma and Krang. Stan | 1,551 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 19 | 1,517 | 5.23 |
| 661. Amazing Spider-Man 648 Sketch Edition (2011, Marvel Comics) Partial blank cover. Fantastic Four, Avengers, Sinister Six, Kingpin & Hobgoblin (Roderick Kingsley) appearance Dan Slott sto | 1,548 | 0 | 0 | 490 | 745 | 150 | 163 | 9.59 |
| 662. Death of Wolverine 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) Holofoil cover. Charles Soule story Steve McNiven cover & art | 1,548 | 0 | 0 | 1,128 | 275 | 75 | 70 | 9.72 |
| 663. Amazing Adventures 11 (1972, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Beast with fur. 1st appearance of Carl Maddicks. X-Men appearance in flashback. Gerry Conway story Tom | 1,546 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 45 | 84 | 1,403 | 7.43 |
| 664. Amazing Spider-Man 96 (1971, Marvel Comics) Drug story not approved by the Comics Code Authority. Green Goblin appearance. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and John Romita art Gi | 1,546 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 44 | 118 | 1,360 | 7.57 |
| 665. Incredible Hulk 5 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Tyrannus. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art | 1,545 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 1,532 | 4.48 |
| 666. Fantastic Four 10 (1963, Marvel Comics) Stan Lee and Jack Kirby appear in story. Doctor Doom appearance. Invisible Girl pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ay | 1,542 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 1,519 | 4.95 |
| 667. Avengers 25 (1966, Marvel Comics) Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom appearance. Stan Lee story Don Heck and Dick Ayers art Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover | 1,537 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 16 | 39 | 1,477 | 6.50 |
| 668. Incredible Hulk 3 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Ringmaster and the Circus of Crime. Origin of the Hulk retold. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers | 1,535 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1,528 | 4.18 |
| 669. Star Wars 7 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st "Expanded Universe" story in title. Predates "Splinter of the Mind's Eye". 1st appearance of Crimson Jack & Jolli. Roy Th | 1,533 | 0 | 0 | 387 | 342 | 212 | 592 | 9.04 |
| 670. Venom 26 (2020, Marvel Comics) 1st distributed app. of Virus (intended as 2nd app. but distributed before FCBD 2020 due to COVID-19 shipping delay). Donny C | 1,533 | 0 | 0 | 1,386 | 109 | 18 | 20 | 9.77 |
| 671. Daredevil 6 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Mr. Fear (Zoltan Drago). Eel and Ox appearance. Stan Lee story Wally Wood cover and art | 1,532 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 46 | 1,461 | 6.25 |
| 672. Amazing Spider-Man 303 (1988, Marvel Comics) Sandman & Silver Sable appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,527 | 0 | 1 | 589 | 427 | 199 | 311 | 9.41 |
| 673. Transformers 8 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of the Dinobots (Grimlock, Slag, Sludge, Snarl & Swoop). Circuit Breaker cameo. Bob Budiansky story Willi | 1,526 | 0 | 0 | 417 | 343 | 238 | 528 | 9.18 |
| 674. Fantastic Four 28 (1964, Marvel Comics) Early X-Men appearance. Puppet Master, Awesome Android and Mad Thinker appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone a | 1,516 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 35 | 1,470 | 5.99 |
| 675. X-Men 11 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of The Stranger. Magneto and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic St | 1,516 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 1,493 | 5.85 |
| 676. Amazing Spider-Man 60 (1968, Marvel Comics) Kingpin appearance. Full page ad for Iron Man #1 and Sub-Mariner #1 Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck a | 1,515 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 25 | 40 | 1,444 | 6.85 |
| 677. Daredevil v2 #10 (2000, Marvel Comics) Daredevil #390 Origin of Echo. David Mack story & cover Joe Quesada & Jimmy Palmiotti art | 1,515 | 0 | 0 | 650 | 357 | 201 | 307 | 9.46 |
| 678. Free Comic Book Day 2020 (Spider-Man/Venom) 1 (2020, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Virus (distributed after Venom #26 due to COVID-19 pandemic shipping delay). Donny Cates & Jed MacKay | 1,514 | 0 | 0 | 1,401 | 81 | 16 | 16 | 9.78 |
| 679. Avengers 100 (1972, Marvel Comics) All past Avengers appear in story. Enchantress and Ares appearance. Roy Thomas story Windsor-Smith, Sinnott and Shores art B | 1,511 | 0 | 0 | 52 | 89 | 156 | 1,214 | 7.89 |
| 680. Man-Thing v2 #1 (1979, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Man-Thing retold. Michael Fleisher story Jim Mooney & Bob Wiacek art Bob Wiacek cover | 1,510 | 0 | 0 | 336 | 354 | 259 | 561 | 9.06 |
| 681. Sleepwalker 1 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Sleepwalker. Direct editions have "Upper Deck" insert. Bob Budiansky story Bret Blevins cover & art | 1,509 | 0 | 0 | 470 | 428 | 258 | 353 | 9.40 |
| 682. Amazing Spider-Man 71 (1969, Marvel Comics) Quicksilver appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,507 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 53 | 109 | 1,325 | 7.52 |
| 683. Superior Spider-Man 1 (2013, Marvel Comics) Dan Slott story Ryan Stegman cover & art | 1,505 | 0 | 0 | 966 | 313 | 86 | 140 | 9.65 |
| 684. Avengers 53 (1968, Marvel Comics) X-Men vs. Avengers. Magneto and Toad appearance. Story continued from X-Men #45 Roy Thomas story John Buscema and George Tusk | 1,500 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 75 | 109 | 1,280 | 7.54 |
| 685. Captain America 25 Wizard World Los Angeles Edition (2007, Marvel Comics) Captain America #574. "Death" of Captain America (Steve Rogers). Wizard World Los Angeles 2007 exclusive. Ed Brubaker story S | 1,498 | 0 | 1 | 1,283 | 123 | 46 | 45 | 9.76 |
| 686. Fantastic Four 26 (1964, Marvel Comics) Thing vs. Hulk conclusion. Avengers (Thor, Giant-Man, Iron Man, Wasp and Captain America) appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kir | 1,495 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 28 | 1,446 | 6.02 |
| 687. Amazing Spider-Man 314 (1989, Marvel Comics) Christmas cover. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,492 | 0 | 2 | 555 | 433 | 203 | 299 | 9.45 |
| 688. Star Wars 1 Sketch Edition (2015, Marvel Comics) Partial blank cover. Jason Aaron story John Cassaday art | 1,488 | 0 | 0 | 1,084 | 199 | 78 | 127 | 9.71 |
| 689. Fantastic Four 44 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gorgon. Medusa and Dragon Man appearance. Letter from Dave Cockrum. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinno | 1,487 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 59 | 137 | 1,276 | 7.47 |
| 690. Amazing Spider-Man 318 (1989, Marvel Comics) Scorpion appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,480 | 0 | 3 | 601 | 361 | 222 | 293 | 9.44 |
| 691. Captain Marvel 14 (2013, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kamala Khan in one-panel cameo. Kelly Sue DeConnick story Scott Hepburn & Gerardo Sandoval art Joe Quinone | 1,480 | 0 | 0 | 715 | 351 | 168 | 246 | 9.53 |
| 692. Marvel Team-Up 65 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st U.S. appearance of Captain Britain. 1st appearance of Arcade & Miss Locke. Origin of Captain Britain retold. Chris Clarem | 1,478 | 0 | 0 | 113 | 269 | 260 | 836 | 8.74 |
| 693. Amazing Spider-Man 77 (1969, Marvel Comics) Lizard and Human Torch appearance. Stan Lee story John Buscema and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,477 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 42 | 94 | 1,322 | 7.48 |
| 694. Venom 7 (2018, Marvel Comics) Venom #172 1st appearance of Dylan Brock in cameo. Maker appearance. Donny Cates story Iban Coello art Ryan Stegman & JP Maye | 1,474 | 0 | 0 | 1,089 | 233 | 88 | 64 | 9.70 |
| 695. Captain America 323 (1986, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Super-Patriot (John Walker) & Battlestar (Lemar Hoskins). Mark Gruenwald story Paul Neary & John Be | 1,473 | 0 | 0 | 306 | 315 | 266 | 586 | 9.09 |
| 696. Amazing Spider-Man 332 (1990, Marvel Comics) Venom, Styx & Stone appearance. Jay Leno & Malcolm Forbes cameo. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Mike Machlan cover & a | 1,472 | 0 | 0 | 271 | 383 | 255 | 563 | 9.12 |
| 697. X-Men 32 (1967, Marvel Comics) Juggernaut appearance. Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and John Tartaglione art Werner Roth cover | 1,471 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 49 | 105 | 1,300 | 7.44 |
| 698. Fantastic Four 19 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Rama-Tut. Letter from Steve Gerber. Full page ad for X-Men #1 Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers art | 1,470 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 1,443 | 5.12 |
| 699. Warlock and the Infinity Watch 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Jim Starlin story Angel Medina & Terry Austin cover & art | 1,468 | 0 | 2 | 496 | 326 | 249 | 395 | 9.35 |
| 700. Avengers 195 (1980, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Taskmaster in cameo on last page. David Michelinie story George P?rez, Jack Abel & Dan Green art George P? | 1,466 | 0 | 0 | 273 | 363 | 247 | 583 | 9.00 |
| 701. Captain Carter 1 (2022, Marvel Comics) 1st comic book appearance of Captain Carter. Jamie McKelvie story & cover Marika Cresta art | 1,466 | 0 | 0 | 1,308 | 127 | 15 | 16 | 9.76 |
| 702. Uncanny X-Men 191 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Nimrod. New Mutants, Spider-Man, Avengers, Doctor Strange, Selene & Kulan Gath app. Chris Claremont story J | 1,464 | 0 | 0 | 532 | 390 | 208 | 334 | 9.39 |
| 703. Amazing Spider-Man 68 (1969, Marvel Comics) Kingpin appearance. "Clay Tablet" saga begins. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,462 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 77 | 146 | 1,206 | 7.89 |
| 704. Avengers 7 (1964, Marvel Comics) Enchantress, Executioner and Baron Zemo appearance. Odin and Loki cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone cover and a | 1,462 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 19 | 1,437 | 5.95 |
| 705. Thing 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) John Byrne story & cover Ron Wilson & Joe Sinnott art | 1,461 | 0 | 1 | 416 | 382 | 195 | 467 | 9.23 |
| 706. New Mutants 18 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of new Warlock. Chris Claremont story Bill Sienkiewicz cover & art | 1,457 | 0 | 0 | 508 | 412 | 228 | 309 | 9.38 |
| 707. Point One 1 (2012, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of the new Nova (Sam Alexander) Adam Kubert cover. Additional art by Larroca, Dodson, Hitch, Vines & Neary. Brubaker | 1,455 | 0 | 0 | 541 | 424 | 216 | 274 | 9.47 |
| 708. Deadpool's Secret Secret Wars 2 Bachalo Variant Cover (2015, Marvel Comics) "Gwen Stacy" variant cover. Gwenpool cover. Predates Howard the Duck #1 (1/16) Cullen Bunn story Matteo Lolli art Chris Bacha | 1,454 | 0 | 0 | 1,082 | 239 | 71 | 62 | 9.71 |
| 709. Thor 6 Second Printing (2020, Marvel Comics) Thor #732 Wraparound cover. Donny Cates story Nic Klein cover & art | 1,452 | 0 | 0 | 1,354 | 57 | 22 | 19 | 9.77 |
| 710. Amazing Spider-Man 275 (1986, Marvel Comics) Hobgoblin, Rose & Kingpin appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 1,451 | 0 | 2 | 567 | 367 | 199 | 316 | 9.40 |
| 711. Uncanny X-Men 157 (1982, Marvel Comics) Starjammers, Deathbird & Brood appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 1,450 | 0 | 4 | 548 | 318 | 191 | 389 | 9.23 |
| 712. Incredible Hulk: Facsimile Edition 181 (2019, Marvel Comics) Reprints Incredible Hulk #181 Herb Trimpe cover | 1,449 | 0 | 0 | 1,144 | 236 | 41 | 28 | 9.74 |
| 713. Amazing Spider-Man 52 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Joe Robertson. "Death" of Fred Foswell. Kingpin appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Mike Esposito ar | 1,447 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 25 | 48 | 1,360 | 6.91 |
| 714. Conan the Barbarian 3 (1971, Marvel Comics) Based on the story "Spears of Clontarl" by Robert E. Howard. Roy Thomas story Barry Windsor-Smith and Sal Buscema art Barry | 1,447 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 75 | 129 | 1,211 | 7.85 |
| 715. Fantastic Four 59 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer and Inhumans appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,447 | 0 | 0 | 58 | 138 | 177 | 1,074 | 7.94 |
| 716. Wolverine: The Origin 3 (2002, Marvel Comics) Paul Jenkins story Andy Kubert & Richard Isanove art Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove cover | 1,447 | 5 | 31 | 968 | 280 | 61 | 102 | 9.71 |
| 717. Avengers Annual 7 (1977, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Adam Warlock. Thanos & Captain Marvel appearance. Jim Starlin story & cover Jim Starlin & Joe Rubinstein art | 1,446 | 0 | 0 | 138 | 273 | 271 | 764 | 8.72 |
| 718. Fantastic Four 65 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Ronan the Accuser. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,446 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 55 | 1,364 | 6.89 |
| 719. Fantastic Four 33 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Attuma. Sub-Mariner appearance and pin-up. Partial photo cover. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Chic Stone co | 1,445 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 29 | 1,395 | 6.04 |
| 720. Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos 1 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Sgt. Fury, Corporal "Dum Dum" Dugan, the Howlers and Captain "Happy Sam" Sawyer. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby | 1,445 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1,436 | 4.04 |
| 721. Uncanny X-Men 166 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Lockheed. Binary & Brood appearance. Origin of Acanti. Chris Claremont story Paul Smith & Bob Wiacek art Pa | 1,441 | 0 | 0 | 514 | 327 | 183 | 417 | 9.23 |
| 722. Amazing Spider-Man 374 (1993, Marvel Comics) Venom appearance. David Michelinie story Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover & art | 1,437 | 0 | 0 | 756 | 336 | 141 | 204 | 9.53 |
| 723. Tales to Astonish 44 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Wasp (Janet Van Dyne). "Death" of Vernon Van Dyne. Stan Lee and Ernie Hart stories Steve Dit | 1,436 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 1,425 | 4.80 |
| 724. Wolverine 1 Christopher Variant Cover (2020, Marvel Comics) "Negative Space" variant cover. "Virgin" cover. Benjamin Percy story Adam Kubert & Viktor Bogdanovic art John Tyler Christop | 1,432 | 0 | 0 | 1,241 | 122 | 38 | 31 | 9.75 |
| 725. Defenders 10 (1973, Marvel Comics) Hulk vs. Thor. Avengers crossover. Dormammu cameo on last page. Steve Englehart story Sal Buscema and Frank Bolle art John Ro | 1,430 | 0 | 0 | 84 | 147 | 214 | 985 | 8.38 |
| 726. Tales to Astonish 27 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Ant-Man (Henry Pym, not in costume). Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko art Jack Kirby cover | 1,430 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1,428 | 3.88 |
| 727. Fantastic Four 73 (1968, Marvel Comics) Story continued from Daredevil #38 Daredevil, Spider-Man and Thor appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover | 1,427 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 61 | 111 | 1,230 | 7.58 |
| 728. Amazing Spider-Man: Facsimile Edition 1 (2022, Marvel Comics) Reprints Amazing Spider-Man #1 (3/63) Jack Kirby & Steve Ditko cover | 1,426 | 1 | 20 | 1,324 | 55 | 17 | 9 | 9.78 |
| 729. Captain America 34 (2008, Marvel Comics) 2 different covers exist, 1 by Alex Ross & 1 by Steve Epting. James "Bucky" Barnes becomes the new Captain America. Ed Brubak | 1,426 | 0 | 0 | 1,078 | 219 | 63 | 66 | 9.71 |
| 730. Frankenstein 1 (1973, Marvel Comics) Monster of Frankenstein. Gary Friedrich story Mike Ploog cover and art | 1,426 | 0 | 0 | 84 | 140 | 168 | 1,034 | 8.29 |
| 731. Fantastic Four 8 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Puppet Master (Phillip Masters) and Alicia Masters. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and | 1,424 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1,415 | 4.79 |
| 732. Venom: Lethal Protector 6 (1993, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. David Michelinie story Ron Lim & Sam de la Rosa art Mark Bagley & Sam de la Rosa cover | 1,420 | 0 | 0 | 522 | 398 | 208 | 292 | 9.43 |
| 733. Immortal Hulk 2 (2018, Marvel Comics) Incredible Hulk #719 1st appearance of Doctor Frye. Al Ewing story Joe Bennett & Ruy Jos? art Alex Ross cover | 1,419 | 0 | 0 | 350 | 554 | 282 | 233 | 9.49 |
| 734. Transformers 3 (1985, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. 2 different direct editions exist with different back covers & advertisements. Jim Salicrup story, Fra | 1,419 | 0 | 0 | 272 | 349 | 226 | 572 | 9.02 |
| 735. A-Force 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Singularity. Wilson & Bennett story Jorge Molina art Jim Cheung cover | 1,412 | 0 | 0 | 1,252 | 91 | 37 | 32 | 9.75 |
| 736. Civil War 3 Variant Cover (2006, Marvel Comics) Iron Man vs. Captain America. 1st appearance of Ragnarok as "Thor". Mark Millar story Steve McNiven, Mark Morales & Dexter V | 1,411 | 0 | 5 | 903 | 296 | 102 | 105 | 9.67 |
| 737. X-Men 45 (1968, Marvel Comics) Magneto, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch and Toad appearance. Origin of Iceman. Story continued in Avengers #53 Gary Friedrich sto | 1,411 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 105 | 177 | 1,107 | 7.98 |
| 738. Punisher Limited Series 5 (1986, Marvel Comics) Jigsaw appearance. Steven Grant story Mike Vosburg & John Beatty art Mike Zeck cover | 1,410 | 0 | 1 | 287 | 358 | 243 | 521 | 9.18 |
| 739. Transformers 2 (1984, Marvel Comics) Bill Mantlo & Jim Salicrup story Frank Springer & Kim DeMulder art Michael Golden cover | 1,410 | 0 | 1 | 395 | 286 | 215 | 513 | 9.09 |
| 740. Avengers 43 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Red Guardian (Alexei Shostakov). Black Widow and Hercules appearance. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and | 1,408 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 43 | 1,347 | 6.43 |
| 741. Captain America 113 (1969, Marvel Comics) Classic cover. Madame Hydra (Viper), Nick Fury and Avengers (Iron Man, Thor, Hawkeye, Black Panther and Vision) app. Jim Ster | 1,408 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 61 | 96 | 1,233 | 7.63 |
| 742. Web of Spider-Man 31 (1987, Marvel Comics) Kraven appearance. J.M. DeMatteis story Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod cover & art | 1,407 | 0 | 0 | 408 | 385 | 214 | 400 | 9.29 |
| 743. New Avengers 11 (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Ronin. Matt Murdock, Silver Samurai & Viper appearance. Brian Michael Bendis story David Finch & Danny Miki | 1,404 | 0 | 1 | 761 | 348 | 134 | 160 | 9.59 |
| 744. Spider-Man 6 (1991, Marvel Comics) Ghost Rider & Hobgoblin appearance. Direct Editions include "Tiger Electronics" insert. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 1,403 | 0 | 0 | 837 | 299 | 112 | 155 | 9.57 |
| 745. Amazing Spider-Man 75 (1969, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Silvermane. Man-Mountain Marko and Lizard appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita co | 1,402 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 56 | 106 | 1,222 | 7.51 |
| 746. Avengers 87 (1971, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Black Panther. Roy Thomas story Frank Giacoia and Sal Buscema art John Buscema and John Verpoorten cover | 1,401 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 57 | 99 | 1,224 | 7.56 |
| 747. Uncanny X-Men 148 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Caliban. Spider-Woman & Dazzler appearance. Magneto cameo on last page. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum | 1,398 | 0 | 1 | 376 | 434 | 212 | 375 | 9.34 |
| 748. Fantastic Four 9 (1962, Marvel Comics) 3rd Silver Age Sub-Mariner appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art | 1,391 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 1,363 | 4.95 |
| 749. Amazing Spider-Man 324 (1989, Marvel Comics) Silver Sable, Captain America, Solo & Sabretooth appearance. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Al Gordon art Todd McFarla | 1,389 | 0 | 0 | 404 | 412 | 224 | 349 | 9.37 |
| 750. Spider-Gwen 24 (2017, Marvel Comics) Gwen Stacy becomes Gwenom. Jason Latour story Robbi Rodriguez cover & art | 1,389 | 0 | 0 | 987 | 268 | 74 | 60 | 9.70 |
| 751. Fantastic Four 20 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st app. of the Molecule Man (Owen Reece). Watcher appearance. Letter from George R.R. Martin. Stan Lee story Jack | 1,386 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 15 | 1,358 | 5.49 |
| 752. Sub-Mariner 5 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Tiger Shark (Todd Arliss). 1st appearance of Diane Arliss and Doctor Dorcas. Roy Thomas story Jo | 1,386 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 31 | 62 | 1,289 | 7.19 |
| 753. Uncanny X-Men 234 (1988, Marvel Comics) Madelyne Pryor dons Goblin Queen garb. Chris Claremont story Marc Silvestri & Joe Rubinstein art Marc Silvestri & Dan Green | 1,384 | 0 | 0 | 581 | 368 | 176 | 259 | 9.45 |
| 754. Amazing Spider-Man 201 (1980, Marvel Comics) Punisher appearance. Marv Wolfman story Keith Pollard & Jim Mooney art John Romita & Bob McLeod cover | 1,381 | 0 | 0 | 324 | 316 | 189 | 552 | 8.97 |
| 755. Uncanny X-Men 267 (1990, Marvel Comics) Early Gambit appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Whilce Portacio cover & art | 1,379 | 0 | 1 | 368 | 376 | 228 | 406 | 9.30 |
| 756. Marc Spector: Moon Knight 57 (1993, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. Pin-ups by Bill Sienkiewicz. Amazing Spider-Man #301 cover homage. Terry Kavanagh story Stephen Platt | 1,378 | 0 | 0 | 807 | 344 | 110 | 117 | 9.64 |
| 757. Ms. Marvel 16 (1978, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mystique in cameo. Scarlet Witch, Beast, Namorita & Tiger Shark appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Moone | 1,378 | 0 | 0 | 167 | 286 | 246 | 679 | 8.82 |
| 758. Amazing Spider-Man 319 (1989, Marvel Comics) Rhino, Blacklash & Scorpion appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,377 | 0 | 5 | 653 | 336 | 172 | 211 | 9.50 |
| 759. Marvel Spotlight 6 (1972, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Ghost Rider. Origin of Ghost Rider retold. Gary Friedrich story Mike Ploog and Frank Chiaramonte art Mike | 1,376 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 59 | 80 | 1,219 | 7.35 |
| 760. Fantastic Four 18 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Super-Skrull. Full page ad for Avengers #1 Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers art Jack | 1,370 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 1,358 | 4.94 |
| 761. Marvel Feature 1 (1975, Marvel Comics) Red Sonja. 1st book devoted to Red Sonja. Roy Thomas story Dick Giordano & Terry Austin art Gil Kane & John Romita cover | 1,368 | 0 | 0 | 203 | 343 | 241 | 581 | 8.99 |
| 762. Amazing Spider-Man 55 Second Printing/Variant Edition (2021, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #856 Sketch cover. Nick Spencer story Patrick Gleason cover & art | 1,367 | 0 | 0 | 1,172 | 143 | 26 | 26 | 9.76 |
| 763. Amazing Spider-Man 72 (1969, Marvel Comics) Shocker appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover and art | 1,367 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 28 | 61 | 1,264 | 7.27 |
| 764. Marvel Comics Super Special 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) Al Milgrom art, KISS history, discography & pin-up Spider-Man, Avengers, F.F. & Doctor Doom app. Steve Gerber story, Gray Mo | 1,367 | 0 | 1 | 56 | 116 | 161 | 1,033 | 8.13 |
| 765. Sensational She-Hulk 40 (1992, Marvel Comics) John Byrne story, cover & art | 1,366 | 0 | 0 | 494 | 352 | 214 | 306 | 9.40 |
| 766. Savage Sword of Conan 1 (1974, Marvel Comics) Blackmark series by Gil Kane begins. Red Sonja story. King Kull article by Glenn Lord. Roy Thomas stories, Boris Vallejo cov | 1,365 | 0 | 0 | 217 | 223 | 207 | 718 | 8.72 |
| 767. X-Men 64 (1970, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Sunfire (Shiro Yoshida). Roy Thomas story Don Heck and Tom Palmer art Sal Buscema and Tom Palmer cover | 1,365 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 52 | 94 | 1,194 | 7.56 |
| 768. Amazing Spider-Man 209 (1980, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Calypso. Kraven & Spider-Woman appearance. Denny O'Neil story Alan Weiss cover & art | 1,364 | 0 | 0 | 386 | 355 | 206 | 417 | 9.20 |
| 769. Moon Knight 25 (1982, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Black Spectre (Carson Knowles). Doug Moench story Bill Sienkiewicz cover & art | 1,364 | 0 | 0 | 185 | 372 | 272 | 535 | 9.12 |
| 770. Amazing Spider-Man 90 (1970, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Captain George Stacy. Doctor Octopus appearance. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and John Romita cover and art | 1,363 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 49 | 94 | 1,209 | 7.55 |
| 771. Venom: Sinner Takes All 3 (1995, Marvel Comics) Sin-Eater & Ann Weying appearance. Jury backup story. Larry Hama & Dan Slott stories Greg Luzniak & John Calimee art Greg Lu | 1,363 | 0 | 0 | 539 | 401 | 182 | 241 | 9.51 |
| 772. Iron Fist 15 (1977, Marvel Comics) X-Men (Cyclops, Phoenix, Nightcrawler, Wolverine, Banshee, Storm & Colossus) & Moira MacTaggert appearance. Last issue. Chris | 1,362 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 204 | 212 | 876 | 8.48 |
| 773. Silver Surfer v3 #1 (1987, Marvel Comics) Origin of the Silver Surfer retold. Fantastic Four, Champion, Nova (Frankie Raye) & Galactus appearance. Steve Englehart stor | 1,360 | 0 | 0 | 381 | 352 | 217 | 410 | 9.27 |
| 774. Ultimate Spider-Man 1/2 (2002, Marvel-Wizard Pub.) Danny Rand appearance. Wizard mail-away exclusive. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley & Art Thibert art Mark Bagley cove | 1,360 | 0 | 0 | 741 | 441 | 76 | 102 | 9.66 |
| 775. Wolverine: Origins 10 (2007, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Daken. Omega Red & Jubilee appearance. "Emusic" inserts included. Daniel Way story Steve Dillon art Joe Que | 1,360 | 0 | 0 | 409 | 423 | 233 | 295 | 9.44 |
| 776. Deadpool: Merc with a Mouth 7 (2010, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Lady Deadpool, the Deadpool Kid & Major Deadpool. Headpool app. "Trainspotting" poster homage cover. Victor Gisch | 1,355 | 0 | 1 | 652 | 351 | 161 | 190 | 9.54 |
| 777. Thor 225 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of Firelord (Pyreus Kril). Hercules and Destroyer appearance. Galactus cameo on last page. Gerry Conway story John B | 1,351 | 0 | 0 | 58 | 122 | 185 | 986 | 8.32 |
| 778. Amazing Spider-Man 257 (1984, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Puma. Black Cat, Hobgoblin, Rose & Kingpin appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein cover & | 1,350 | 0 | 0 | 259 | 305 | 252 | 534 | 9.08 |
| 779. X-Men 21 (1966, Marvel Comics) Lucifer appearance. Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Werner Roth cover | 1,349 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 38 | 77 | 1,227 | 7.29 |
| 780. X-Men 54 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Alex Summers (later becomes Havok) and the Living Pharaoh (Ahmet Abdol). Origin of Angel. Arnold Drake stor | 1,347 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 49 | 90 | 1,195 | 7.49 |
| 781. Tales of Suspense 40 (1963, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Iron Man. Armor changes from grey to gold. Lee, Bernstein and Lieber stories Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Larry L | 1,346 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1,337 | 4.52 |
| 782. Alpha Flight 33 (1986, Marvel Comics) Yuriko Oyama becomes Lady Deathstrike. X-Men appearance. Bill Mantlo story Sal Buscema & Gerry Talaoc art Mike Mignola cover | 1,343 | 0 | 0 | 509 | 335 | 194 | 305 | 9.42 |
| 783. Fantastic Four 244 (1982, Marvel Comics) Frankie Raye becomes Nova. Avengers, Doctor Strange & Galactus appearance. John Byrne story, cover & art | 1,339 | 0 | 0 | 254 | 329 | 229 | 527 | 9.11 |
| 784. Star Wars 81 (1984, Marvel Comics) Return of Boba Fett. Mary Jo Duffy story Ron Frenz & Tom Palmer art Tom Palmer cover | 1,339 | 0 | 0 | 236 | 338 | 223 | 542 | 9.07 |
| 785. Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America 3 Sketch Edition (2007, Marvel Comics) Captain America. Partial blank cover. Jeph Loeb story John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson art | 1,338 | 0 | 2 | 698 | 333 | 138 | 167 | 9.61 |
| 786. Amazing Spider-Man 322 (1989, Marvel Comics) Silver Sable appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,337 | 1 | 3 | 695 | 332 | 125 | 181 | 9.53 |
| 787. Star Wars 40 (1980, Marvel Comics) Part 2 of "The Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. Archie Goodwin story Al Williamson & Carlos Garzon cover & art | 1,337 | 0 | 0 | 440 | 361 | 195 | 341 | 9.28 |
| 788. Amazing Spider-Man 91 (1970, Marvel Comics) Funeral of Captain George Stacy. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and John Romita art John Romita cover | 1,334 | 0 | 0 | 52 | 98 | 176 | 1,008 | 8.16 |
| 789. Infamous Iron Man 1 (2016, Marvel Comics) Brian Michael Bendis story Alex Maleev cover & art | 1,334 | 0 | 0 | 934 | 202 | 101 | 97 | 9.67 |
| 790. Incredible Hulk 105 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Missing Link. Reed Richards cameo. Bill Everett and Roy Thomas story Marie Severin and George Tuska ar | 1,333 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 42 | 82 | 1,200 | 7.50 |
| 791. Daredevil 43 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin of Daredevil partially retold. Captain America appearance. Stan Lee story Gene Colan and Vince Colletta art Jack Kirb | 1,332 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 68 | 122 | 1,122 | 7.77 |
| 792. Amazing Spider-Man 123 (1973, Marvel Comics) Luke Cage appearance. Gwen Stacy's funeral. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover John Romita, Gil Kane and Tony Mortellaro | 1,331 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 136 | 200 | 948 | 8.27 |
| 793. Daredevil 254 (1988, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Typhoid Mary (Mary Alice Walker). Kingpin appearance. Ann Nocenti story John Romita Jr. & Al Willi | 1,331 | 0 | 0 | 203 | 355 | 264 | 509 | 9.19 |
| 794. G.I. Joe, A Real American Hero 155 (1994, Marvel Comics) Pin-up by Neal Adams on letters page. Marvel subscription insert included. Last issue. Larry Hama story Phil Gosier & Scott K | 1,331 | 0 | 0 | 176 | 339 | 267 | 549 | 9.08 |
| 795. Iron Man 118 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Jim Rhodes. Nick Fury appearance. David Michelinie story John Byrne & Bob Layton art Bob Layton cover | 1,331 | 0 | 0 | 149 | 272 | 253 | 657 | 8.81 |
| 796. Tales of Suspense 50 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Mandarin. Tales of the Watcher backup story. Stan Lee story, Jack Kirby cover Don Heck, Larry Lieber, | 1,330 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 1,308 | 5.49 |
| 797. Captain America 241 (1980, Marvel Comics) Punisher appearance. Mike W. Barr story Frank Springer & Pablo Marcos art Frank Miller & Bob McLeod cover | 1,329 | 0 | 1 | 161 | 281 | 235 | 651 | 8.85 |
| 798. Fantastic Four 7 (1962, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Kurrgo. Flying saucer cover. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers art Jack Kirby cover | 1,329 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1,320 | 4.91 |
| 799. Amazing Fantasy: Facsimile Edition 15 (2019, Marvel Comics) Reprints Amazing Fantasy #15 Jack Kirby cover | 1,328 | 0 | 0 | 1,001 | 218 | 66 | 43 | 9.72 |
| 800. Amazing Spider-Man 1 Sketch Edition (2014, Marvel Comics) Perez art. Partial blank cover. Slott, Gage, Caramagna, David & Yost stories, Ramos, Rodriguez, Camuncoli, Eliopoulos, Sline | 1,327 | 0 | 0 | 859 | 292 | 80 | 96 | 9.68 |
| 801. Star Wars: Return of the Jedi 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) Movie adaptation. Archie Goodwin story Al Williamson & Carlos Garz=n art Bill Sienkiewicz cover | 1,324 | 0 | 0 | 392 | 290 | 205 | 437 | 9.18 |
| 802. Astonishing X-Men 6 (2004, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Special Agent Abigail Brand. Ord, Nick Fury & Doctor Kavita Rao appearance. Joss Whedon story John Cas | 1,322 | 0 | 1 | 598 | 362 | 165 | 196 | 9.54 |
| 803. Thanos Quest 1 (1990, Marvel Comics) In-Betweener, Champion, Gardener & Death appearance. Wraparound cover. Jim Starlin story & cover Ron Lim & John Beatty art | 1,322 | 0 | 3 | 846 | 252 | 93 | 128 | 9.64 |
| 804. Eternals 5 (1976, Marvel Comics) Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & Mike Royer art Jack Kirby & Frank Giacoia cover | 1,318 | 0 | 0 | 162 | 324 | 215 | 617 | 8.95 |
| 805. Incredible Hulk 345 (1988, Marvel Comics) Leader appearance. Peter David story Todd McFarlane & Jim Sanders art Todd McFarlane cover | 1,315 | 0 | 0 | 204 | 295 | 225 | 591 | 9.09 |
| 806. Amazing Spider-Man 359 (1992, Marvel Comics) Cardiac appearance. David Michelinie story Chris Marrinan & Keith Williams art Mark Bagley & Randy Emberlin cover | 1,314 | 0 | 0 | 505 | 343 | 189 | 277 | 9.45 |
| 807. Amazing Spider-Man 137 (1974, Marvel Comics) Green Goblin (Harry Osborn) appearance. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt art, Gil Kane cover | 1,313 | 0 | 0 | 90 | 193 | 216 | 814 | 8.62 |
| 808. X-Men 57 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Larry Trask. Sentinels appearance. Marvel Girl featurette. Roy Thomas and Linda Fite stories Palmer, Roth a | 1,312 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 52 | 104 | 1,143 | 7.82 |
| 809. Raiders of the Lost Ark 1 (1981, Marvel Comics) Movie adaptation, part one of three. Walt Simonson story John Buscema & Klaus Janson art James Sherman cover | 1,311 | 0 | 0 | 373 | 288 | 177 | 473 | 9.16 |
| 810. X-Men 24 (1993, Marvel Comics) Fabian Nicieza story Andy Kubert art Andy Kubert & Matt Ryan cover | 1,311 | 0 | 1 | 425 | 329 | 209 | 347 | 9.31 |
| 811. New Mutants 14 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st Illyana Rasputin as Magik. S'ym appearance. Chris Claremont story Sal Buscema & Tom Mandrake art Tom Mandrake cover | 1,309 | 0 | 0 | 258 | 396 | 235 | 420 | 9.26 |
| 812. Amazing Spider-Man 1 Hustl. Edition (2022, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #895 "Eminem" variant cover. Zeb Wells story John Romita Jr. art Salvador Larroca cover | 1,308 | 0 | 2 | 374 | 347 | 237 | 348 | 9.41 |
| 813. Marc Spector: Moon Knight 55 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st published Stephen Platt art. Terry Kavanagh story Stephen Platt, Chris Ivy, Al Vey & Scott Koblish art, Stephen Platt c | 1,308 | 0 | 0 | 464 | 412 | 216 | 216 | 9.51 |
| 814. Fantastic Four 74 (1968, Marvel Comics) Galactus and Silver Surfer appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,307 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 29 | 77 | 1,196 | 7.10 |
| 815. Giant-Size Spider-Man 4 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Moses Magnum. 3rd appearance of the Punisher. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru & Mike Esposito art Gil Kane & | 1,307 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 101 | 159 | 1,006 | 8.12 |
| 816. Venom: Funeral Pyre 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) Punisher appearance. Holo-grafx cover. Carl Potts story Tom Lyle cover & art | 1,307 | 0 | 0 | 571 | 320 | 160 | 256 | 9.47 |
| 817. Marvel Two-In-One Annual 2 (1977, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man. Thanos, Avengers, Captain Marvel & Warlock appearance. "Thanos Saga" ends. Jim Starlin story & cover Jim Starlin | 1,305 | 0 | 0 | 123 | 226 | 232 | 724 | 8.72 |
| 818. Silver Surfer v3 #34 (1990, Marvel Comics) Return of Thanos. Jim Starlin story Ron Lim & Tom Christopher art Ron Lim & Joe Rubinstein cover | 1,305 | 0 | 0 | 147 | 355 | 281 | 522 | 9.17 |
| 819. Uncanny X-Men 257 (1990, Marvel Comics) 1st Jubilee appearance in costume. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Joe Rubinstein art Jim Lee cover | 1,304 | 1 | 0 | 573 | 333 | 160 | 237 | 9.47 |
| 820. Amazing Spider-Man 17 Pastrovicchio Variant Cover (2023, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #911 "Disney 100" variant cover. Avengers #4 cover homage. Zeb Wells story Ed McGuinness & Cliff Rathburn | 1,297 | 0 | 2 | 1,135 | 96 | 38 | 26 | 9.76 |
| 821. Amazing Spider-Man 253 (1984, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Rose. Tom DeFalco story Rick Leonardi & Bill Anderson art Rick Leonardi cover | 1,297 | 0 | 0 | 376 | 356 | 231 | 334 | 9.32 |
| 822. Journey Into Mystery 84 (1962, Marvel Comics) 2nd appearance of Thor. 1st appearance of Jane Foster. Stan Lee story Dick Ayers, Don Heck and Steve Ditko art Jack Kirby co | 1,297 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1,291 | 4.30 |
| 823. Fantastic Four 211 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Terrax. Galactus appearance. Marv Wolfman story John Byrne & Joe Sinnott cover & art | 1,296 | 0 | 0 | 128 | 246 | 249 | 673 | 8.81 |
| 824. Amazing Spider-Man 430 (1998, Marvel Comics) Carnage & Silver Surfer appearance. Thunderbolts (Citizen V, Atlas & Techno) cameo. Tom DeFalco story Joe Bennett & Bud LaRos | 1,295 | 0 | 0 | 574 | 363 | 178 | 180 | 9.52 |
| 825. Captain Britain 1 United Kingdom (1976, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Captain Britain. Distributed with Captain Britain mask. Chris Claremont story, Larry Lieber cover | 1,294 | 0 | 0 | 280 | 193 | 171 | 650 | 9.12 |
| 826. Silver Surfer 5 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Al Harper. Fantastic Four and Stranger appearance. Letter from Wendy (Fletcher) Pini. Stan Lee story, John | 1,294 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 75 | 119 | 1,069 | 7.74 |
| 827. Fantastic Four 75 (1968, Marvel Comics) Silver Surfer and Galactus appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,292 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 36 | 65 | 1,182 | 7.27 |
| 828. Strange Tales 115 (1963, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man appearance. Origin of Doctor Strange. 2nd appearance of Sandman. Stan Lee story Steve Ditko and Dick Ayers art Jac | 1,290 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 12 | 1,268 | 5.65 |
| 829. Daredevil 196 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st meeting of Daredevil & Wolverine. Bullseye & Kingpin appearance. Denny O'Neil story Larry Hama & Klaus Janson art Klaus | 1,288 | 0 | 1 | 396 | 319 | 201 | 371 | 9.25 |
| 830. Avengers 71 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Invaders. Black Knight joins the Avengers. Kang and Grandmaster appearance. Roy Thomas story Sal Buscem | 1,285 | 0 | 0 | 42 | 71 | 136 | 1,036 | 7.81 |
| 831. Venom 25 Second Printing (2020, Marvel Comics) Venom #190 Wraparound cover. Donny Cates story Mark Bagley & Andy Owens art Ryan Stegman cover | 1,285 | 0 | 0 | 1,154 | 90 | 23 | 18 | 9.77 |
| 832. Spider-Man 1 Variant Edition (2016, Marvel Comics) "Hip Hop" variant cover. Nas "Illmatic" album cover homage. Brian Michael Bendis story Sara Pichelli art Adi Granov cover | 1,284 | 0 | 0 | 694 | 314 | 133 | 143 | 9.60 |
| 833. Spider-Man 16 (1991, Marvel Comics) Last McFarlane art on Spider-Man. Sideways issue. X-Force appearance. Story continued in X-Force #4 Todd McFarlane story, cov | 1,284 | 0 | 2 | 795 | 221 | 93 | 173 | 9.59 |
| 834. Free Comic Book Day 2022: Avengers/X-Men 1 (2022, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Bloodline (Brielle Brooks). Kieron Gillen & Danny Lore story Dustin Weaver & Karen Darboe art Valerio Schi | 1,281 | 0 | 0 | 983 | 207 | 51 | 40 | 9.72 |
| 835. Wolverine 3 (1989, Marvel Comics) Pin-up by Kevin Nowlan on back cover. Silver Samurai & Jessica Drew appearance. Chris Claremont story John Buscema & Al Willi | 1,279 | 0 | 0 | 581 | 304 | 151 | 243 | 9.47 |
| 836. Thanos 13 Lenticular Cover (2018, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of the Cosmic Ghost Rider. Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #12 cover homage. Donny Cates story Geoff Shaw art Jacen | 1,277 | 1 | 93 | 1,007 | 150 | 18 | 8 | 9.77 |
| 837. Uncanny X-Men 210 (1986, Marvel Comics) X-Factor & Hellfire Club appearance. Marauders cameo. Chris Claremont story John Romita Jr. & Dan Green art John Romita Jr. | 1,276 | 0 | 0 | 259 | 324 | 195 | 498 | 9.10 |
| 838. Guardians of the Galaxy 1 (2008, Marvel Comics) Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning story Paul Pelletier & Rick Magyar art Clint Langley cover | 1,274 | 0 | 0 | 308 | 370 | 216 | 380 | 9.33 |
| 839. Amazing Spider-Man 70 (1969, Marvel Comics) Kingpin appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,273 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 46 | 63 | 1,148 | 7.35 |
| 840. Tales to Astonish 35 (1962, Marvel Comics) Origin and 2nd appearance of Ant-Man. 1st appearance of Ant-Man in costume. Stan Lee and Larry Lieber story Steve Ditko and | 1,272 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1,269 | 4.55 |
| 841. Uncanny X-Men 147 (1981, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom & Arcade appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 1,272 | 0 | 3 | 508 | 324 | 158 | 279 | 9.40 |
| 842. Ultimate Spider-Man 5 (2001, Marvel Comics) Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley & Art Thibert art Mark Bagley cover | 1,271 | 0 | 0 | 317 | 537 | 240 | 177 | 9.51 |
| 843. X-Men 24 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Locust (Doctor August Hopper). Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers cover and art | 1,270 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 40 | 69 | 1,155 | 7.12 |
| 844. Uncanny X-Men 304 (1993, Marvel Comics) Magneto, Exodus & Acolytes appearance. Colossus leaves the X-Men. Wraparound cover with Magneto hologram. Scott Lobdell story | 1,268 | 0 | 0 | 596 | 281 | 148 | 243 | 9.50 |
| 845. Cat 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Cat (Greer Grant, later becomes Tigra). Linda Fite story Marie Severin and Wally Wood cover | 1,267 | 0 | 0 | 39 | 59 | 106 | 1,063 | 7.86 |
| 846. Amazing Spider-Man 113 (1972, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Hammerhead. Doctor Octopus appearance. Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover John Romita, Jim Starlin and | 1,266 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 94 | 135 | 996 | 7.97 |
| 847. Giant-Size Chillers 1 (1974, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of Lilith, the daughter of Dracula. Only issue. Becomes Giant-Size Dracula. Marv Wolfman story Gene | 1,266 | 0 | 0 | 54 | 128 | 154 | 930 | 8.21 |
| 848. Daredevil 186 (1982, Marvel Comics) Stilt-Man appearance. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & art | 1,265 | 0 | 6 | 584 | 328 | 157 | 190 | 9.53 |
| 849. Web of Spider-Man 36 (1988, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Tombstone (Lonnie Lincoln). Gerry Conway story Alex Saviuk & Keith Williams cover & art | 1,263 | 0 | 0 | 192 | 364 | 237 | 470 | 9.17 |
| 850. Transformers 5 (1985, Marvel Comics) Bob Budiansky story Alan Kupperberg art Mark Bright cover | 1,259 | 0 | 0 | 410 | 384 | 172 | 293 | 9.36 |
| 851. Ultimate Spider-Man 79 Wizard World Chicago Edition (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Ultimate Moon Knight Wizard World Chicago 2005 exclusive. Sketch cover. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bag | 1,258 | 7 | 32 | 1,150 | 30 | 18 | 21 | 9.78 |
| 852. Amazing Spider-Man 128 (1974, Marvel Comics) Vulture appearance (Doctor Clifton Shallot). Gerry Conway story, John Romita cover Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt a | 1,255 | 0 | 0 | 74 | 156 | 198 | 827 | 8.45 |
| 853. Further Adventures of Indiana Jones 1 (1983, Marvel Comics) John Byrne story & art Terry Austin cover | 1,255 | 0 | 1 | 437 | 344 | 172 | 301 | 9.37 |
| 854. Fantastic Four 39 (1965, Marvel Comics) Daredevil and Doctor Doom appearance. Stan Lee story, Jack Kirby, Wally Wood and Frank Giacoia art Jack Kirby, Wally Wood, | 1,253 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 28 | 1,209 | 6.61 |
| 855. Journey Into Mystery 103 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Enchantress and the Executioner. Stan Lee and Larry Lieber stories Jack Kirby, Chic Stone, Larry Liebe | 1,253 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1,240 | 5.52 |
| 856. Incredible Hulk 162 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Wendigo. Steve Englehart story Herb Trimpe and Sal Trapani cover and art | 1,251 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 85 | 104 | 1,025 | 7.74 |
| 857. Avengers 83 (1970, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Liberators. Black Widow, Medusa and Enchantress appearance. Roy Thomas, Tom Fagan cameo. Roy Thomas sto | 1,248 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 52 | 98 | 1,078 | 7.59 |
| 858. Amazing Spider-Man 1 (2018, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #802 1st appearance of Kindred. Wraparound cover. Nick Spencer story Humberto Ramos art Ryan Ottley cover | 1,246 | 0 | 0 | 1,053 | 115 | 41 | 37 | 9.74 |
| 859. Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. 4 (1968, Marvel Comics) Origin of S.H.I.E.L.D. Roy Thomas story Frank Springer art Jim Steranko cover | 1,245 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 57 | 96 | 1,063 | 7.62 |
| 860. Fantastic Four 16 (1963, Marvel Comics) 1st Ant-Man crossover. Doctor Doom appearance. Wasp cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art | 1,244 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 1,216 | 5.48 |
| 861. Ren & Stimpy Show 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Based on the animated television series. Infinity cover. Poly-bag removed. Dan Slott story Mike Kazaleh cover & art | 1,244 | 0 | 0 | 422 | 287 | 154 | 381 | 9.35 |
| 862. Warlock 1 (1972, Marvel Comics) Origin of Warlock. Letters from J.M. DeMatteis and Richard Pini. Roy Thomas story Gil Kane and Tom Sutton art Gil Kane and Jo | 1,244 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 51 | 92 | 1,084 | 7.59 |
| 863. Darth Maul 2 (2017, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Cad Bane in comics. Cullen Bunn story Luke Ross art Rafael Albuquerque cover | 1,242 | 0 | 0 | 502 | 395 | 164 | 181 | 9.53 |
| 864. Wolverine 1 Christopher Variant Cover (2024, Marvel Comics) Wolverine #393 "Negative Space" variant cover. Saladin Ahmed story Martin Coccolo art John Tyler Christopher cover | 1,241 | 0 | 0 | 1,134 | 68 | 25 | 14 | 9.77 |
| 865. Tales of Suspense 48 (1963, Marvel Comics) New Iron Man armor. 1st appearance of Mister Doll (Nathan Dolly). Stan Lee and Larry Lieber stories Steve Ditko, Dick Ayers a | 1,239 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 27 | 1,203 | 5.68 |
| 866. X-Men: Omega 1 (1995, Marvel Comics) Chromium wraparound cover by John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson. Conclusion to "Age of Apocalypse" story. Scott Lobdell & Mark Wa | 1,239 | 7 | 24 | 952 | 151 | 56 | 49 | 9.72 |
| 867. Captain Marvel 33 (1974, Marvel Comics) Origin of Thanos. Drax and Death appearance. Avengers cameo. Jim Starlin and Steve Englehart story Jim Starlin and Klaus Jans | 1,237 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 112 | 188 | 867 | 8.42 |
| 868. Avengers 144 (1976, Marvel Comics) Patsy Walker becomes Hellcat. Squadron Supreme appearance. Two-Gun Kid cameo. Steve Englehart story George P?rez & Mike Espos | 1,231 | 0 | 0 | 40 | 136 | 188 | 867 | 8.36 |
| 869. 2001: A Space Odyssey 8 (1977, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of original Machine Man (called Mr. Machine). Jack Kirby story Jack Kirby & Mike Royer art Jack Kirb | 1,230 | 0 | 0 | 160 | 278 | 227 | 565 | 9.00 |
| 870. Amazing Spider-Man 63 (1968, Marvel Comics) Vulture (Adrian Toomes) and Vulture (Blackie Drago) appearance. Stan Lee story, John Romita cover John Romita, Don Heck and | 1,230 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 36 | 1,176 | 6.79 |
| 871. Power Pack 1 (1984, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance of Power Pack (Alex, Julie, Jack & Katie Power). Louise Simonson story June Brigman & Bob Wiacek cov | 1,229 | 0 | 0 | 332 | 374 | 186 | 337 | 9.27 |
| 872. Amazing Spider-Man 127 (1973, Marvel Comics) Vulture (Doctor Clifton Shallot) and Human Torch appearance. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt art, | 1,227 | 0 | 0 | 94 | 183 | 189 | 761 | 8.57 |
| 873. Gargoyles 1 (1995, Marvel Comics) Based on the animated television series. Embossed cover. Martin Pasko story Amanda Conner & Alberto Saichann art Joe Madurei | 1,226 | 0 | 0 | 579 | 289 | 137 | 221 | 9.53 |
| 874. Fantastic Four 27 (1964, Marvel Comics) 1st Doctor Strange crossover. Sub-Mariner appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and George Roussos art Jack Kirby and Chic S | 1,224 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 20 | 1,194 | 6.01 |
| 875. Avengers 19 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Swordsman (Jacques Duquesne). Origin of Hawkeye. Stan Lee story Don Heck and Dick Ayers art Jack Kirby | 1,220 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 37 | 1,161 | 6.56 |
| 876. Amazing Spider-Man 250 (1984, Marvel Comics) Hobgoblin appearance. Roger Stern story John Romita Jr. & Klaus Janson cover & art | 1,219 | 0 | 0 | 340 | 288 | 195 | 396 | 9.14 |
| 877. Thor 5 Third Printing (2020, Marvel Comics) Thor #731 Donny Cates story Nic Klein cover & art | 1,219 | 0 | 0 | 1,101 | 92 | 15 | 11 | 9.77 |
| 878. Venom 4 Yardin Variant Cover (2022, Marvel Comics) Venom #204 Amazing Spider-Man #300 cover homage. Ram V story Bryan Hitch & Andrew Currie art David Yardin cover | 1,219 | 0 | 0 | 1,041 | 119 | 35 | 24 | 9.75 |
| 879. Uncanny X-Men 200 (1985, Marvel Comics) Starjammers & Lilandra appearance. Chris Claremont story John Romita Jr. & Dan Green cover & art | 1,216 | 0 | 0 | 378 | 308 | 163 | 367 | 9.26 |
| 880. Wolverine: Origins 1 Wizard World Philadelphia Edition (2006, Marvel Comics) Wizard World Philadelphia 2006 exclusive Sketch cover. Daniel Way story Steve Dillon art Michael Turner cover | 1,216 | 29 | 32 | 1,056 | 43 | 16 | 40 | 9.78 |
| 881. Uncanny X-Men 149 (1981, Marvel Comics) Garokk appearance. Magneto cameo on last page. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 1,215 | 0 | 5 | 460 | 287 | 169 | 294 | 9.38 |
| 882. Marvel Spotlight v2 #6 (1980, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st comic book appearance of Star-Lord (Peter Jason Quill). Doug Moench story Tom Sutton art Bill Sienkiewicz & Joe | 1,212 | 0 | 0 | 142 | 263 | 207 | 600 | 8.87 |
| 883. Fantastic Four 100 (1970, Marvel Comics) Mad Thinker and Puppet Master appearance. 100th anniversary issue. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,208 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 70 | 129 | 979 | 7.89 |
| 884. Black Panther 3 Second Printing (2022, Marvel Comics) Black Panther #200 1st appearance of Tosin Oduye. John Ridley story Juann Cabal art Mateus Manhanini cover | 1,207 | 0 | 0 | 751 | 314 | 78 | 64 | 9.67 |
| 885. Amazing Spider-Man 10 (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Spider-Punk. Dan Slott story Olivier Coipel cover & art | 1,206 | 0 | 0 | 646 | 354 | 108 | 98 | 9.61 |
| 886. Incredible Hulk: Future Imperfect 1 (1993, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Maestro & Janis. Embossed cover. Peter David story George P?rez cover & art | 1,205 | 0 | 0 | 768 | 263 | 90 | 84 | 9.67 |
| 887. Amazing Spider-Man 539 (2007, Marvel Comics) Return of the black costume. Kingpin appearance. Aunt May in a coma. J. Michael Straczynski story Ron Garney cover & art | 1,204 | 0 | 0 | 890 | 195 | 58 | 61 | 9.70 |
| 888. Wolverine 1 Gleason Variant Cover (2024, Marvel Comics) Wolverine #393 Foil cover. Saladin Ahmed story Martin Coccolo art Patrick Gleason cover | 1,202 | 18 | 217 | 926 | 25 | 8 | 8 | 9.81 |
| 889. Amazing Spider-Man 305 (1988, Marvel Comics) Prowler & Black Fox appearance. Johnny Carson cameo. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,201 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 351 | 160 | 229 | 9.46 |
| 890. Avengers 12 (1965, Marvel Comics) Mole Man and Red Ghost appearance. Letter from George R.R. Martin. Stan Lee story Don Heck and Dick Ayers art Jack Kirby and | 1,200 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 27 | 1,154 | 6.62 |
| 891. X-Men 20 (1966, Marvel Comics) Lucifer, Blob and Unus appearance. Letter from Frank Brunner. Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Kirby, Roth an | 1,198 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 41 | 1,136 | 6.84 |
| 892. Micronauts 8 (1979, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Captain Universe persona. Bill Mantlo story Michael Golden & Bob McLeod art Michael Golden cover | 1,195 | 0 | 0 | 292 | 306 | 175 | 422 | 9.16 |
| 893. Ultimate Fantastic Four 1 (2004, Marvel Comics) Brian Michael Bendis & Mark Millar story Adam Kubert & Danny Miki art Bryan Hitch cover | 1,195 | 1 | 14 | 874 | 196 | 56 | 54 | 9.72 |
| 894. Uncanny X-Men 275 (1991, Marvel Comics) Wraparound gatefold cover. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover & art | 1,195 | 0 | 0 | 573 | 258 | 136 | 228 | 9.50 |
| 895. Incredible Hulk 234 (1979, Marvel Comics) Marvel Man changes his name to Quasar. Letter from Kurt Busiek. Roger Stern story Sal Buscema & Jack Abel art Al Milgrom cov | 1,193 | 0 | 0 | 224 | 266 | 197 | 506 | 8.99 |
| 896. Howard the Duck 1 (2016, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Gwenpool (Gwen Poole). Chip Zdarsky & Chris Hastings story Joe Rivera & Danilo S. Beyruth art Joe Quinone | 1,190 | 0 | 0 | 807 | 218 | 89 | 76 | 9.67 |
| 897. Secret Wars 1 (2015, Marvel Comics) Jonathan Hickman story Esad Ribic art Alex Ross cover | 1,190 | 0 | 0 | 960 | 149 | 45 | 36 | 9.74 |
| 898. Thor 412 (1989, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of the New Warriors. Juggernaut appearance. Beta Ray Bill backup story. Tom DeFalco & Ron Frenz stories R | 1,190 | 0 | 0 | 328 | 361 | 187 | 314 | 9.34 |
| 899. Amazing Spider-Man 141 (1975, Marvel Comics) 1st Danny Berkhart as Mysterio. Gerry Conway story Ross Andru, Frank Giacoia & Dave Hunt art, John Romita cover | 1,189 | 0 | 0 | 97 | 203 | 221 | 668 | 8.66 |
| 900. John Carter, Warlord of Mars 1 (1977, Marvel Comics) 1st Marvel appearance of John Carter. Marv Wolfman story Gil Kane & Dave Cockrum cover & art | 1,188 | 0 | 0 | 332 | 370 | 159 | 327 | 9.27 |
| 901. Spider-Man 3 (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard & Calypso appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 1,188 | 0 | 1 | 703 | 252 | 92 | 140 | 9.59 |
| 902. Daredevil 174 (1981, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Hand. Elektra, Kingpin & Gladiator appearance. Frank Miller story Frank Miller & Klaus Janson cover & a | 1,187 | 0 | 0 | 326 | 284 | 207 | 370 | 9.24 |
| 903. Fantastic Four 243 (1982, Marvel Comics) Galactus, Terrax, Dr. Strange & Avengers (Captain America, Iron Man, Thor & Wasp) app. Spider-Man & Daredevil cameo. John Byr | 1,186 | 0 | 0 | 433 | 276 | 157 | 320 | 9.32 |
| 904. Wolverine: Origins 10 Retailer Incentive Edition (2007, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Daken. Omega Red & Jubilee appearance. "Emusic" inserts included. Daniel Way story Steve Dillon art Joe Que | 1,186 | 0 | 0 | 176 | 371 | 266 | 373 | 9.36 |
| 905. Avengers 62 (1969, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Man-Ape (M'Baku). Black Knight appearance. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and George Klein cover and ar | 1,185 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 26 | 64 | 1,091 | 7.10 |
| 906. Secret War 2 (2004, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Quake (Daisy Johnson). Gold foil logo. Brian Michael Bendis story Gabriele Dell'Otto cover & art | 1,185 | 0 | 1 | 549 | 365 | 135 | 135 | 9.59 |
| 907. Amazing Spider-Man 302 (1988, Marvel Comics) Silver Sable & Sandman appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,184 | 0 | 0 | 251 | 314 | 226 | 393 | 9.26 |
| 908. Sub-Mariner 8 (1968, Marvel Comics) Sub-Mariner vs. Thing. 1st Silver Age appearance of Betty Dean. Vision and Giant-Man cameo. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and | 1,184 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 24 | 54 | 1,099 | 7.32 |
| 909. Amazing Spider-Man 259 (1984, Marvel Comics) Origin of Mary Jane Watson. Hobgoblin, Rose, Mister Fantastic & She-Hulk appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubins | 1,181 | 0 | 0 | 426 | 308 | 168 | 279 | 9.32 |
| 910. Star Wars 1 REPRINT (1977, Marvel Comics) Part 1 of "Star Wars: A New Hope" movie adaptation. Roy Thomas story Howard Chaykin art Howard Chaykin & Tom Palmer cover | 1,179 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 130 | 146 | 865 | 7.94 |
| 911. Strange Tales 158 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of the Living Tribunal. Letter from Bill Mantlo. Roy Thomas story, Marie Severin cover Jim Steranko story | 1,179 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 21 | 33 | 1,119 | 6.60 |
| 912. Fantastic Four 51 (1966, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Negative Zone. 2nd appearance of Wyatt Wingfoot. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and a | 1,176 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 24 | 1,142 | 6.46 |
| 913. Spider-Men 1 (2012, Marvel Comics) Brian Michael Bendis story Sara Pichelli art Jim Cheung cover | 1,176 | 0 | 0 | 787 | 207 | 77 | 105 | 9.65 |
| 914. Thor 168 (1969, Marvel Comics) Origin of Galactus begins. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and George Klein art Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover | 1,176 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 29 | 1,125 | 6.82 |
| 915. Iron Man 3 (1968, Marvel Comics) Happy Hogan becomes the Freak. Letters from Walt Simonson and Bob Gale. Archie Goodwin story Johnny Craig cover and art | 1,175 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 43 | 104 | 1,023 | 7.53 |
| 916. Transformers 4 (1985, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Shockwave. Dinobots cameo. Jim Salicrup story, Mark Texeira cover Frank Springer, Ian Akin & Brian Garvey | 1,173 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 279 | 186 | 324 | 9.26 |
| 917. Amazing Spider-Man 94 (1971, Marvel Comics) Origin of Spider-Man retold. Beetle appearance. Stan Lee story John Romita and Sal Buscema art John Romita cover | 1,172 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 60 | 123 | 966 | 7.90 |
| 918. Strange Tales 138 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Eternity. Dormammu, Baron Mordo and Tony Stark appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko stories John Severin an | 1,172 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 25 | 77 | 1,066 | 7.25 |
| 919. Jungle Action 6 (1973, Marvel Comics) 1st Black Panther solo story. 1st app. of Erik Killmonger and Preyy. Map of Wakanda. Don McGregor story Rich Buckler and Klau | 1,171 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 30 | 79 | 1,045 | 7.27 |
| 920. Point One 1 Variant Edition (2012, Marvel Comics) 1st app. of the new Nova (Sam Alexander) Nick Bradshaw cover. Additional art by Larroca, Dodson, Hitch, Vines & Neary. Brubak | 1,167 | 0 | 0 | 665 | 254 | 123 | 125 | 9.60 |
| 921. Amazing Spider-Man 307 (1988, Marvel Comics) Chameleon appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,166 | 0 | 2 | 356 | 359 | 186 | 263 | 9.39 |
| 922. Amazing Spider-Man 76 (1969, Marvel Comics) Lizard and Human Torch appearance. Stan Lee story John Buscema and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover | 1,165 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 37 | 64 | 1,050 | 7.33 |
| 923. Hulk 1 Wizard World Los Angeles Edition (2008, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Red Hulk. Iron Man, Doc Samson, She-Hulk & Winter Guard appearance. Jeph Loeb story Ed McGuinness & Dexter | 1,165 | 0 | 1 | 905 | 152 | 53 | 54 | 9.71 |
| 924. Amazing Spider-Man 130 (1974, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Spidermobile. Human Torch, Hammerhead, Jackal and Doctor Octopus appearance. Gerry Conway story, John R | 1,162 | 0 | 1 | 103 | 229 | 211 | 618 | 8.72 |
| 925. Darth Vader 3 Variant Edition (2015, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Doctor Chelli Aphra, Triple Zero (0-0-0) & BT-1. Kieron Gillen story Salvador Larroca cover & art | 1,161 | 0 | 0 | 525 | 381 | 133 | 122 | 9.59 |
| 926. Tales to Astonish 90 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st Silver Age appearance of Byrrah. 1st appearance of the Abomination (Emil Blonsky). Letter from Bill Mantlo. Stan Lee stor | 1,160 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 25 | 55 | 1,070 | 6.94 |
| 927. Amazing Spider-Man 333 (1990, Marvel Comics) Venom, Styx & Stone appearance. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Mike Machlan cover & art | 1,159 | 0 | 0 | 328 | 312 | 205 | 314 | 9.34 |
| 928. Young Avengers 1 Director's Cut Edition (2005, Marvel Comics) 1st app.of the Young Avengers (Patriot, Iron Lad, Asgardian & Hulkling) & Kate Bishop. 1st Allan Heinberg comic work. Allan H | 1,158 | 0 | 1 | 569 | 298 | 154 | 136 | 9.58 |
| 929. Secret Wars II 1 (1985, Marvel Comics) Jim Shooter story Al Milgrom & Steve Leialoha art John Byrne & Terry Austin cover | 1,157 | 1 | 2 | 438 | 248 | 145 | 323 | 9.30 |
| 930. Civil War 1 Variant Cover (2006, Marvel Comics) "Death" of the New Warriors, Speedfreek, Coldheart & Cobalt Man. Mark Millar story Steve McNiven & Dexter Vines art Michael | 1,156 | 5 | 18 | 802 | 214 | 70 | 47 | 9.71 |
| 931. Amazing Spider-Man 410 (1996, Marvel Comics) Carnage appearance. Tom DeFalco story Mark Bagley & Larry Mahlstedt cover & art | 1,155 | 0 | 0 | 527 | 304 | 131 | 193 | 9.49 |
| 932. Amazing Spider-Man 126 (1973, Marvel Comics) Human Torch and Kangaroo appearance. Harry Osborn becomes the Green Goblin. Plans for the Spidermobile begin. Gerry Conway st | 1,154 | 0 | 1 | 81 | 185 | 184 | 703 | 8.64 |
| 933. Strange Tales 114 (1963, Marvel Comics) Acrobat disguised as Captain America, 1st "Captain America" since 1954 1st appearance of Victoria Bentley. Stan Lee story Ste | 1,154 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 21 | 1,117 | 5.94 |
| 934. X-Men 3 (1991, Marvel Comics) Magneto, Val Cooper, Nick Fury, Moira MacTaggert & Acolytes appearance. Chris Claremont story Jim Lee & Scott Williams cover | 1,153 | 1 | 7 | 639 | 206 | 105 | 195 | 9.52 |
| 935. Venom vs. Carnage 1 (2004, Marvel Comics) Spider-Man & Black Cat appearance. 1st appearance of Patrick Mulligan, who later becomes Toxin. Peter Milligan story Clayton | 1,152 | 0 | 0 | 611 | 268 | 110 | 163 | 9.55 |
| 936. Amazing Spider-Man 325 (1989, Marvel Comics) Captain America, Silver Sable & Red Skull appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane cover & art | 1,149 | 0 | 0 | 286 | 351 | 192 | 320 | 9.31 |
| 937. Amazing Spider-Man 304 (1988, Marvel Comics) Prowler & Black Fox appearance. David Michelinie story Todd McFarlane & Joe Rubinstein art Todd McFarlane cover | 1,148 | 0 | 0 | 389 | 352 | 148 | 259 | 9.41 |
| 938. Journey Into Mystery 114 (1965, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance Absorbing Man. Stan lee story. Jack Kirby cover. Jack Kirby, Chic Stone and Vince Colletta art | 1,148 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 19 | 1,115 | 6.39 |
| 939. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 2 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Xandu and the Wand of Watoomb. Doctor Strange appearance. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko story Steve Ditko cover | 1,146 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 24 | 1,104 | 6.03 |
| 940. X-Men 51 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Erik the Red (cameo). Magneto, Mesmero and Polaris appearance. Origin of the Beast. Arnold Drake story Jim | 1,145 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 43 | 91 | 985 | 7.67 |
| 941. Fantastic Four 60 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer and Inhumans appearance. Watcher cameo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,144 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 50 | 119 | 954 | 7.68 |
| 942. Spider-Gwen 1 Young Variant Cover (2015, Marvel Comics) Jason Latour story Robbi Rodriguez art Skottie Young cover | 1,144 | 0 | 2 | 973 | 107 | 27 | 35 | 9.75 |
| 943. Amazing Spider-Man 161 (1976, Marvel Comics) Nightcrawler appearance. Wolverine, Colossus & Punisher cameo. Len Wein story Ross Andru & Mike Esposito art Gil Kane & John | 1,142 | 0 | 0 | 139 | 237 | 178 | 588 | 8.73 |
| 944. Amazing Spider-Man 175 (1977, Marvel Comics) "Death" of the Hitman. Punisher appearance. Statue of Liberty cover. Len Wein story Ross Andru & Jim Mooney art Ross Andru & | 1,139 | 0 | 0 | 182 | 318 | 196 | 443 | 9.02 |
| 945. Edge of Spider-Verse 5 (2014, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of SP//dr & Peni Parker. Gerard Way story Jake Wyatt cover & art | 1,139 | 0 | 0 | 837 | 177 | 66 | 59 | 9.69 |
| 946. Secret Invasion 1 (2008, Marvel Comics) New Avengers #1 (1/05) cover homage. Brian Michael Bendis story Leinil Francis Yu & Mark Morales art Gabriele Dell'Otto cov | 1,138 | 0 | 0 | 619 | 291 | 100 | 128 | 9.60 |
| 947. Amazing Spider-Man 99 (1971, Marvel Comics) Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon appearance. Stan Lee story Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia art Gil Kane cover | 1,135 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 55 | 114 | 932 | 7.99 |
| 948. Ultimate Spider-Man 33 (2003, Marvel Comics) Eddie Brock appearance. Brian Michael Bendis story Mark Bagley, Art Thibert & Rod Ramos art Mark Bagley cover | 1,135 | 2 | 9 | 596 | 343 | 103 | 82 | 9.64 |
| 949. Thor 166 (1969, Marvel Comics) 2nd full appearance of Him (Warlock). Thor vs. Him (Warlock). Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta cover and art | 1,134 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 34 | 81 | 1,001 | 7.43 |
| 950. Avengers 52 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the Grim Reaper (Eric Williams). Black Panther joins the Avengers. Roy Thomas story John Buscema and Vince | 1,132 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 42 | 82 | 989 | 7.50 |
| 951. Dazzler 1 Printing Error (1981, Marvel Comics) Pages 24 & 25 (ad pages) printed without color. 1st Direct Distribution Comic by Marvel. Tom DeFalco story John Romita Jr. & | 1,132 | 0 | 0 | 226 | 282 | 218 | 406 | 9.22 |
| 952. Daredevil 188 (1982, Marvel Comics) Black Widow, Stick & Kingpin appearance. 1st appearance of Stone, Claw & Shaft. Frank Miller story & cover Frank Miller & Kl | 1,131 | 0 | 1 | 379 | 340 | 140 | 271 | 9.35 |
| 953. Spider-Man 4 (1990, Marvel Comics) Lizard & Calypso appearance. Todd McFarlane story, cover & art | 1,131 | 0 | 0 | 679 | 220 | 112 | 120 | 9.59 |
| 954. Venom: Lethal Protector II 1 Ross Variant Cover (2023, Marvel Comics) "Timeless" variant cover. "Virgin" cover. David Michelinie story Farid Karami art Alex Ross cover | 1,131 | 0 | 7 | 964 | 104 | 29 | 27 | 9.75 |
| 955. Wolverine: Origins 6 Wizard World Texas Edition (2006, Marvel Comics) Wizard World Texas 2006 exclusive. Omega Red & Jubilee appearance. Sketch cover. Daniel Way story Steve Dillon art Joe Quesad | 1,131 | 5 | 5 | 1,117 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9.80 |
| 956. Conan the Barbarian 2 (1970, Marvel Comics) Letters from Harlan Ellison, Glenn Lord, August Derleth, Ted White and Don and Maggie Thompson. Roy Thomas story Barry Windso | 1,130 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 68 | 122 | 912 | 8.00 |
| 957. Fantastic Four Annual 5 (1967, Marvel Comics) 1st solo Silver Surfer story. 1st appearance of Psycho-Man. "Death" of Quasimodo. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott c | 1,130 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 48 | 94 | 955 | 7.44 |
| 958. Spider-Man Special Edition 1 (1992, Marvel Comics) Ordered through mail with a donation of $5.00 or more to UNICEF. Embossed cover. Venom & Daredevil app. Poster included. Pete | 1,130 | 0 | 0 | 308 | 290 | 226 | 306 | 9.38 |
| 959. Star Wars 9 (1978, Marvel Comics) Jaxxon, Hedji, Don-Wan, Amaiza & Jimm (Starkiller Kid) appearance. Star Wars pin-up by Howard Chaykin. Roy Thomas story Howar | 1,130 | 0 | 0 | 221 | 281 | 205 | 423 | 9.08 |
| 960. Spider-Verse 6 (2020, Marvel Comics) Jed MacKay story Ze Carlos art Dave Rapoza cover | 1,128 | 0 | 0 | 94 | 64 | 422 | 548 | 9.18 |
| 961. Uncanny X-Men 156 (1982, Marvel Comics) Starjammers, Tigra, Deathbird & Brood appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Bob Wiacek cover & art | 1,127 | 1 | 1 | 498 | 265 | 95 | 267 | 9.36 |
| 962. Amazing Spider-Man 74 (1969, Marvel Comics) Doctor Curt Connors, Silvermane and Man-Mountain Marko appearance. Last 12 cent issue. Stan Lee story John Romita and Jim Moo | 1,125 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 33 | 70 | 1,010 | 7.47 |
| 963. Truth Red, White & Black 1 (2003, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Isaiah Bradley. Robert Morales story Kyle Baker cover & art | 1,125 | 0 | 0 | 550 | 353 | 113 | 109 | 9.61 |
| 964. X-Men 25 (1966, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of El Tigre (Juan Meroz). Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Jack Kirby and Dick Ayer | 1,125 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 21 | 66 | 1,025 | 7.25 |
| 965. X-Men 27 (1966, Marvel Comics) Mimic joins the X-Men. Spider-Man, Puppet Master, Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver appearance. Roy Thomas story Werner Roth and | 1,123 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 34 | 70 | 1,009 | 7.28 |
| 966. Fantastic Four 11 (1963, Marvel Comics) Origin & 1st appearance Impossible Man. Origin of the Fantastic Four retold. Sub-Mariner pin-up. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby & | 1,122 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,114 | 5.00 |
| 967. Amazing Spider-Man 55 Gleason "Virgin" Edition (2021, Marvel Comics) Amazing Spider-Man #856 PatrickGleason.bigcartel.com exclusive. Nick Spencer story Patrick Gleason cover & art | 1,121 | 0 | 1 | 1,072 | 32 | 12 | 4 | 9.79 |
| 968. Wolverine: The Origin 4 (2002, Marvel Comics) Paul Jenkins story Andy Kubert & Richard Isanove art Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove cover | 1,120 | 0 | 12 | 422 | 426 | 140 | 120 | 9.60 |
| 969. Amazing Spider-Man 268 (1985, Marvel Comics) Kingpin appearance. Cover forms a single image with Web of Spider-Man #6 Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein art Joh | 1,119 | 0 | 2 | 538 | 238 | 151 | 190 | 9.50 |
| 970. Fantastic Four 47 (1966, Marvel Comics) Inhumans and Dragon Man appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,118 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 28 | 54 | 1,029 | 7.15 |
| 971. Uncanny X-Men 146 (1981, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom, Arcade & Miss Locke appearance. Chris Claremont story Dave Cockrum & Joe Rubinstein cover & art | 1,118 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 278 | 148 | 248 | 9.41 |
| 972. Venom: The Enemy Within 1 (1994, Marvel Comics) Morbius & Demogoblin appearance. Glow-in-the-dark cover. Bruce Jones story Bob McLeod cover & art | 1,118 | 0 | 0 | 382 | 276 | 141 | 319 | 9.36 |
| 973. X-Men 53 (1996, Marvel Comics) 1st full appearance of Onslaught. Mark Waid story Andy Kubert & Cam Smith cover & art | 1,118 | 1 | 0 | 634 | 251 | 108 | 124 | 9.61 |
| 974. Incredible Hulk 330 (1987, Marvel Comics) Todd McFarlane art begins. "Death" of Thunderbolt Ross. Doc Samson appearance. Al Milgrom story Todd McFarlane & Al Milgrom a | 1,117 | 0 | 1 | 314 | 309 | 208 | 285 | 9.37 |
| 975. Amazing Spider-Man 431 (1998, Marvel Comics) Carnage & Silver Surfer appearance. Tom DeFalco story Joe Bennett & Bud LaRosa art Tom Lyle cover | 1,116 | 0 | 0 | 366 | 295 | 162 | 293 | 9.30 |
| 976. Avengers 54 (1968, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the New Masters of Evil. Full page ad for Silver Surfer #1 Roy Thomas story John Buscema and George Tuska a | 1,116 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 35 | 64 | 1,009 | 7.24 |
| 977. Uncanny X-Men 172 (1983, Marvel Comics) Wolverine & Mariko engaged. Silver Samurai, Yukio & Viper appearance. Chris Claremont story Paul Smith & Bob Wiacek art Paul | 1,116 | 0 | 2 | 529 | 235 | 114 | 236 | 9.40 |
| 978. Savage Tales 1 (1971, Marvel Comics) 2nd Conan comic title, Robert E. Howard adaptation Origin & 1st appearance Man-Thing. Ka-Zar story. Lee, Thomas & Conway sto | 1,115 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 59 | 75 | 956 | 7.40 |
| 979. Uncanny X-Men 173 (1983, Marvel Comics) 1st new look for Storm. Silver Samurai, Yukio, Mariko & Viper appearance. Chris Claremont story Paul Smith & Bob Wiacek art P | 1,115 | 0 | 0 | 443 | 263 | 148 | 261 | 9.35 |
| 980. X-Men 18 (1966, Marvel Comics) Magneto appearance. Stranger cameo. Stan Lee story Werner Roth and Dick Ayers art Kirby, Roth and Ayers cover | 1,113 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 26 | 1,074 | 6.42 |
| 981. Amazing Adventures 1 (1970, Marvel Comics) Inhumans and the Black Widow. Fantastic Four appearance. Jack Kirby and Gary Friedrich stories Kirby, Stone and Buscema art | 1,112 | 0 | 0 | 59 | 139 | 165 | 749 | 8.22 |
| 982. Journey Into Mystery 109 (1964, Marvel Comics) Brotherhood of Evil Mutants (Magneto, Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Mastermind and Toad) appearance. Stan Lee story Kirby, Ston | 1,111 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 1,090 | 6.08 |
| 983. Tomb of Dracula 13 (1973, Marvel Comics) Origin of Blade the Vampire Slayer. Marv Wolfman story Gene Colan and Tom Palmer art | 1,111 | 0 | 0 | 46 | 84 | 109 | 872 | 8.02 |
| 984. Amazing Spider-Man 800 Dell'Otto Variant Cover (2018, Marvel Comics) "Death" of Flash Thompson. Dan Slott story, Bradshaw, Ramos, Camuncoli, Immonen, Mart?n & Hawthorne art, Gabriele Dell'Otto | 1,110 | 0 | 0 | 760 | 237 | 62 | 51 | 9.69 |
| 985. Fantastic Four 58 (1967, Marvel Comics) Doctor Doom and Silver Surfer appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott cover and art | 1,109 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 31 | 82 | 983 | 7.48 |
| 986. Amazing Spider-Man 151 (1975, Marvel Comics) Shocker appearance. Len Wein story Ross Andru & John Romita art John Romita cover | 1,107 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 98 | 173 | 800 | 8.33 |
| 987. Daredevil 9 (1965, Marvel Comics) 1st "Marvel Pop Art Productions" logo. 1st appearance of the Organizer. Stan Lee story Wally Wood and Bob Powell art Wally W | 1,106 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 26 | 78 | 994 | 7.17 |
| 988. Ghost Rider 1 (1967, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the new Ghost Rider (Carter Slade). Gary Friedrich and Roy Thomas story Dick Ayers and Vince Co | 1,105 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 1,081 | 5.93 |
| 989. Ultimates 1 (2002, Marvel Comics) Wraparound cover. Mark Millar story Bryan Hitch & Andrew Currie art Bryan Hitch cover | 1,105 | 1 | 7 | 633 | 307 | 65 | 92 | 9.67 |
| 990. Strange Tales 159 (1967, Marvel Comics) Captain America appearance. Origin of Nick Fury retold. 1st appearance of Val. Jim Steranko and Roy Thomas stories Marie Seve | 1,104 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 30 | 50 | 1,016 | 6.99 |
| 991. Werewolf By Night 1 (2020, Marvel Comics) Taboo & B. Earl story Scot Eaton art Mike McKone & Jason Keith cover | 1,104 | 0 | 0 | 861 | 149 | 52 | 42 | 9.73 |
| 992. Amazing Spider-Man 95 (1971, Marvel Comics) Stan Lee story John Romita and Sal Buscema cover and art | 1,102 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 76 | 138 | 852 | 8.07 |
| 993. Avengers 15 (1965, Marvel Comics) "Death" of original Baron Zemo. Enchantress, Executioner, Melter & Black Knight appearance. Stan Lee story Jack Kirby, Don He | 1,101 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 24 | 45 | 1,026 | 6.92 |
| 994. Amazing Spider-Man 330 (1990, Marvel Comics) Punisher appearance. David Michelinie story Erik Larsen & Mike Machlan art Erik Larsen cover | 1,100 | 0 | 1 | 561 | 269 | 115 | 154 | 9.55 |
| 995. Amazing Spider-Man 261 (1985, Marvel Comics) Hobgoblin & Rose appearance. Tom DeFalco story Ron Frenz & Joe Rubinstein art Charles Vess cover | 1,099 | 0 | 0 | 335 | 264 | 156 | 344 | 9.18 |
| 996. Star Wars 44 (1981, Marvel Comics) Part 6 of "The Empire Strikes Back" movie adaptation. Pin-ups by Simonson, Jusko, Hembeck, Layton & Rogers. Archie Goodwin st | 1,099 | 0 | 1 | 348 | 321 | 157 | 272 | 9.32 |
| 997. Miles Morales: Spider-Man 6 (2019, Marvel Comics) Ultimate Spider-Man #246 1st full appearance of Starling (Tiana Toomes). Saladin Ahmed story Javier Garr?n art Marco D'Alfons | 1,097 | 0 | 0 | 892 | 136 | 38 | 31 | 9.73 |
| 998. All-New Ghost Rider 1 (2014, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of the new Ghost Rider (Roberto "Robbie" Reyes). Felipe Smith story Tradd Moore cover & art | 1,096 | 0 | 0 | 424 | 353 | 157 | 162 | 9.52 |
| 999. Fantastic Four 353 (1991, Marvel Comics) 1st appearance of Mobius M. Mobius. Direct editions include "Ultra Games" insert. Walter Simonson story, cover & art | 1,096 | 0 | 0 | 309 | 315 | 163 | 309 | 9.32 |
| 1000. Amazing Spider-Man 81 (1970, Marvel Comics) Origin and 1st appearance of the Kangaroo (Frank Oliver). Stan Lee story John Buscema and Jim Mooney art John Romita cover a | 1,095 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 73 | 116 | 873 | 7.99 |
