Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light #1 (Marvel / Star Comics, 1987), CGC 9.4 (Newsstand Edition)
"By Nature's hand, by Craft, by Art... What once was one, now fly apart!" ✨
Step into the world of Prysmos with this high-grade copy of Visionaries #1. Published by Marvel’s Star Comics imprint in 1987, this issue kicks off the saga of the Spectral Knights and the Darkling Lords, a franchise that has become a beloved cult classic among 80s toy collectors.
About the Source Material: Released by Hasbro in 1987 to rival Masters of the Universe and Transformers, Visionaries combined high fantasy with high-tech aesthetics. The defining feature of the toy line—and the show—was the use of 3D holograms on the figures' chests and staffs. The story is set on the planet Prysmos, where all electronics have failed, and an ancient age of magic has returned. While the cartoon only ran for 13 episodes, it left a lasting legacy for its unique premise and iconic incantations.
Issue Summary: "The End... and the Beginning." This Giant-Sized debut issue establishes the collapse of the Age of Science on Prysmos. The wizard Merklynn summons the bravest knights of the realm to Iron Mountain. There, they must survive a gauntlet of magical traps to prove their worth. Those who succeed are granted animal totems that reflect their true nature—transforming Leoric into a Lion, Darkstorm into a Mollusk, and setting the stage for the war between the Spectral Knights and the Darkling Lords.
Grading & Condition Details:
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Grade: This copy has been professionally graded by CGC as a 9.4 (Near Mint).
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Page Quality: White Pages.
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Edition: This is a Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode on cover), making it a desirable variant for collectors.
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Artwork: Features the early work of Mark Bagley (who would go on to become a legendary Spider-Man artist), showcasing the "magical light" effects in comic book form.
Product Specifications:
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Title: Visionaries #1
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Publisher: Marvel Comics (Star Comics)
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Date: November 1987
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Story: Jim Salicrup
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Art: Mark Bagley & Romeo Tanghal
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Grade: CGC 9.4 (White Pages)
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Certification Number: 4505511012
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* Graded: CGC 9.4
* Star Comics
* 1987