Sideways Issue #9
Written by Dan DiDio. Art by Max Raynor. Cover by Kenneth Rocafort. Everything's going sideways for Sideways in the pages of Sideways-and that means trouble for our titular hero. Trapped in the Dark Multiverse with no escape, Derek James comes face to face with this world's ruler, Perrus. A so-called benevolent dictator, Perrus rules his world with an iron fist and forces its citizens into slavery, so Sideways decides it's time for a revolt. The revolution proves unsuccessful, but it leads Sideways to a 'super' discovery that could save this world and himself. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $2.99.
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Our Grade Estimates
At Doomsday Comics and Collectibles, we strive to provide accurate and reliable
information about the condition of our comic books. However, it's important to
note that we are not professional comic book graders. Our grades are based on a
careful assessment by our experienced team, utilizing industry-accepted grading
guidelines.
We understand that grading is a highly specialized skill and that there can be subjectivity involved. Therefore, we offer our grades as a best estimate and representation of the condition of each comic book. We make every effort to evaluate factors such as cover condition, spine wear, page quality, and other relevant attributes to assign a grade that aligns with industry standards.
We encourage customers to review the provided images, descriptions, and any additional details to make their own assessment and ensure they are comfortable with the condition of the comic book before making a purchase. If you have any specific questions or need further clarification about the condition of a particular comic book, our knowledgeable customer support team is always ready to assist you.
Happy collecting!
What Is Comic Book Grading?
Comic book grading is a meticulous process that involves evaluating various aspects of a comic book's condition. While the specifics can vary slightly among different grading systems and organizations, here is a general overview of how comic book grades are determined:
Based on the assessment of these factors, a comic book is assigned a grade that falls within a predefined scale, such as the popular 10-point scale developed by the Certified Guaranty Company (CGC). Grades range from Poor (0.5) to Gem Mint (10.0), with each increment representing an improvement in condition.
It's important to note that grading is subjective to some extent, and different grading organizations or individual graders may have slightly different interpretations. Therefore, understanding the grading system used and reviewing detailed descriptions, images, and any available third-party grading certifications can help collectors make informed decisions about the condition of a comic book.
At Doomsday Comics and Collectibles, we make our best effort to evaluate and describe the condition of our comic books accurately, considering industry-accepted grading guidelines. However, we recommend customers review the provided information and images and reach out to our customer support team if they have any specific questions or need additional clarification.
Our Specific Grades
Here's an overview of the specific grades within the popular 10-point grading scale used for comic books, as established by the Certified Guaranty Company (CGC). Doomsday Comics and Collectibles uses the following as our best guess on the grades of our books:
0.5: Poor (P) - A comic book in this grade typically has severe damage and heavy wear. It may have missing pieces, detached covers, major tears, significant staining, and extensive writing or markings.
1.0: Fair (FR) - A comic book in this grade shows considerable wear and damage. It may have multiple significant defects, such as a detached cover, extensive creasing, and significant discoloration.
2.0: Good (GD) - A comic book in this grade exhibits a moderate level of wear and damage. It may have noticeable creases, minor tears, moderate discoloration, and moderate spine wear.
3.0: Good/Very Good (G/VG) - A comic book in this grade shows a reasonable amount of wear but remains intact and readable. It may have minor to moderate creasing, some discoloration, and moderate spine wear.
4.0: Very Good (VG) - A comic book in this grade has some signs of wear but retains a pleasing overall appearance. It may have minor stress marks on the spine, minor corner wear, and slight discoloration.
5.0: Very Good/Fine (VG/F) - A comic book in this grade shows minimal wear, with only minor defects such as small corner creases or minor spine stress.
6.0: Fine (F) - A comic book in this grade has a high-quality appearance with minor defects that are barely noticeable, such as small bindery/printing imperfections or minimal spine stress.
7.0: Fine/Very Fine (FN/VF) - A comic book in this grade has a mix of Fine (FN) and Very Fine (VF) qualities, with some minor wear but overall presenting well.
8.0: Very Fine (VF) - A comic book in this grade has minor defects but remains in excellent condition overall, with only subtle signs of wear.
9.0: Very Fine/Near Mint (VF/NM) - This grade indicates a comic book in exceptional condition, with only very minor imperfections, maintaining a near-mint appearance.
9.2 and up: Near Mint- (NM-) - A comic book in this grade has a near-mint appearance, with only a few very minor imperfections visible upon close inspection.