Major Key
New Mutants – Marvel Graphic Novel #4
WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY
First appearance and formation of the New Mutants.
Why this comic matters
The story brings New Mutants into a new conflict or turning point while introducing the character, team or concept identified in the key milestone above. The adventure establishes the newcomer’s role, abilities or relationship to the existing cast without revealing the later consequences.
Key issue facts
PublisherMarvel
Publication year1982
Key classificationMajor Key
CharactersNew 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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