1992 Malibu Graphics The Malibu Sun #15 - NM

Catalog a major 1990s Image Comics prototype key issue for your archival catalog: The Malibu Sun #15! Published by Malibu Graphics as a retailer trade catalog and promotional solicitation magazine, this historic issue features the iconic early preview cover for Jim Lee's WILDC.A.T.S Covert-Action-Teams #1. The front cover artwork by Jim Lee and Scott Williams (signed "JIM LEE / WILLIAMS" in the lower right interior frame) depicts the full WildC.A.T.s team ensemble—including Spartan, Zealot, Grifter, Maul, Voodoo, Warblade, Void, and Lord Emp—set framed against a deep red outer border, beneath bold The Malibu Sun masthead typography, the sub-header "New Product Information And Licensing Opportunities", and the bottom promo bar "JIM LEE and WILDC.A.T.S Join The Image Universe!"

The back cover features a full-page promotional house advertisement for Adventure Comics (a division of Malibu Graphics) highlighting RUST ("The Legend Returns In Full Color!"). The ad showcases painted artwork of Rust by Phil Hester and Ande Parks against a brick wall backdrop with a "DEAD END" street sign, crediting creator/writer Steve Miller alongside artists Phillip Hester and Ande Parks. A vital centerpiece entry for 1990s Image Comics completionists, WildC.A.T.s key issue collectors, Jim Lee art aficionados, and vintage retail solicitation archivists!

Structural & Visual Inspection

• Cover & Spine Condition - NEAR MINT (NM): Original heavy paper stock preserves vibrant, rich red border saturation, bright yellow sun masthead accents, crisp title typography, and razor-sharp line detail across Jim Lee's team illustration with zero surface scuffs, color breaks, or ink flaking. Spine is flat, square, and tight with precise staple placement and minimal stress lines; corners remain sharp and intact.

• Interior & Back Cover Integrity: Interior promotional catalog pages remain clean, white, and un-marred. The back cover featuring the RUST house ad preserves deep brown and orange tones, crisp brick wall line detail, clear text legibility, and square edge margins with no creasing or foxing.

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