Major Key
New Mutants #87
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
First full appearance of Cable.
Why this comic matters
The issue builds its story around first full appearance of Cable. Cable and New Mutants is drawn through the consequences of that development, giving the milestone context within an actual conflict rather than treating it as an isolated event.
Key issue facts
PublisherMarvel
Publication year1990
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersCable, New Mutants
Collector significance
As a major key, the issue is notable for the milestone recorded above and is the kind of comic collectors often identify by the event, debut or change it contains. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.
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How this issue connects to the movies
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