{"product_id":"mature-comics-modern-era-lot-3-book-set-lot-brand-new-unread","title":"(MATURE) Comics Modern Era Lot – 3 Book Set - Lot K (Brand New \/ Unread)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eStep into the mysterious, sun-drenched, and surreal coastal landscape of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eThe Twilight Children\u003c\/b\u003e, a celebrated masterpiece released through DC Comics’ legendary Vertigo imprint. This highly curated 3-book lot features consecutive chapters (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"238\"\u003eIssues #1, #2, and #3\u003c\/b\u003e) of the acclaimed four-issue miniseries. It represents an absolute powerhouse creative pairing, written by alternative comics icon \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"391\"\u003eGilbert Hernandez\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"410\"\u003eLove and Rockets\u003c\/i\u003e) and illustrated by Eisner Award-winning design master \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"482\"\u003eDarwyn Cooke\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"496\"\u003eDC: The New Frontier, Parker\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis set is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"15\"\u003eBrand New \/ Unread Condition\u003c\/b\u003e, standing as an incredible pickup for Vertigo collectors, indie investors, or independent retail store owners looking to add high-interest backissues directly to their storefront displays or longbox archives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Comic Book Lineup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e1. The Twilight Children #1 (2015) — Cover A PREMIERE DEBUT KEY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe blockbusting premiere issue! In a remote, sleepy Latin American fishing village, a sudden supernatural anomaly occurs: a mysterious, glowing white orb washes ashore, blinding a group of local children and heralding the arrival of an ethereal, silent young woman. Gilbert Hernandez sets up a dense, multi-layered human mystery, all brought to life by the gorgeous, retro-mid-century lines of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"395\"\u003eDarwyn Cooke\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e2. The Twilight Children #2 (2015) — Cover A First Printing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe sci-fi mystery deepens rapidly. As undercover government agents arrive to secure and investigate the radioactive orb, the local villagers find themselves caught in a high-stakes standoff. Paranoia rises as the beautiful, alien newcomer begins subtly altering the reality and the relationships of everyone she touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e3. The Twilight Children #3 (2016) — Cover A First Printing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe penultimate chapter! The psychological and supernatural tension breaks wide open as a massive, unearthly storm hits the coast. Backed by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"141\"\u003eDarwyn Cooke’s\u003c\/b\u003e masterclass page layouts and kinetic storytelling mechanics, the townspeople are pushed to an absolute breaking point as more children begin exhibiting strange, reality-warping cognitive mutations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Darwyn Cooke Monument:\u003c\/b\u003e This series represents one of the final completed works of legendary creator \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003eDarwyn Cooke\u003c\/b\u003e before his tragic passing in 2016, making it a highly significant and emotionally resonant milestone for comic book history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIndie and Mainstream Synergy:\u003c\/b\u003e Blends the intimate, character-driven magic realism of alternative comics royalty Gilbert Hernandez with the clean, bold, classic storytelling architecture of mainstream master Darwyn Cooke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector-Ready Presentation:\u003c\/b\u003e A uniform set of pristine modern first printings that look exceptional on physical retail racks, digital showcases, or individual social media storefront walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e DC Comics \/ Vertigo Imprint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Consecutive Single Issue Comic Lot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThemes:\u003c\/b\u003e Magical Realism, Sci-Fi Anomalies, Small-Town Secrets, Government Conspiracies, Mid-Century Comic Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Books:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRating:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature Readers (Recommended for mature themes and sophisticated storytelling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eItem Condition Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eAll books in this lot are in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eBrand New \/ Unread \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintained strictly in a smoke-free, pet-free, and climate-controlled collector environment entirely away from direct sunlight or harsh UV exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable 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All products are shipped Mon, Wed, and Fri from Retro Madness in Texas. Our staff are available during business hours to answer questions, send photos, or help find the perfect collectible item. Please call us at our Bedford location for more details!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vertigo Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43335523434563,"sku":"MAT5136","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0095\/0730\/7567\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c91b1cbf-75bd-4296-a531-1614b52096de.jpg?v=1780425493","url":"https:\/\/retro-madness-pro-console-repair.myshopify.com\/products\/mature-comics-modern-era-lot-3-book-set-lot-brand-new-unread","provider":"Retro Madness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}