NEW STORY ARC! **RADIANT BLACK RETURNS! ** In the wake of the CATALYST WAR, MARSHALL WARD is the one and only RADIANT BLACK! But not everyone in Chicago is happy with their new hero—and with old foes returning and new threats rising, will Marshall’s time as Radiant Black be abruptly cut short? A new era of RADIANT BLACK begins in this perfect jumping-on point for new readers!

CGC x JSA Graded 9.8 (Near Mint/Mint) | Dual-Signed & Certified Authentic

This copy of Radiant Black #31 (Cover B)—signed by series creator/writer Kyle Higgins and co-writer Michael Busuttil—has been professionally evaluated, authenticated, graded, and encapsulated under the joint CGC x JSA Certification program.

• Dual-Autographed Key Issue: Featuring signatures from primary creator Kyle Higgins and co-writer Michael Busuttil, this issue is a standout piece for fans of Image Comics' Massive-Verse. Highlighting key narrative developments in the Radiant Black saga, having it signed by the creative team behind the story elevates its long-term collectible value.

• CGC x JSA Dual Certification: Authenticated via the official partnership between CGC and JSA (James Spence Authentication), this slab features JSA's verification of the signatures alongside CGC's prestigious 9.8 grade—offering absolute proof of authenticity without requiring in-person witness signing.

• What a 9.8 Means: A CGC grade of 9.8 Near Mint/Mint represents the practical pinnacle of condition for modern comic books. The issue is virtually flawless—featuring brilliant cover gloss, sharp corners, pristine edges, and tight binding—with only the most subtle allowable binding or printing defect permitted by industry standards.

• Permanent Preservation: Housed in CGC’s archival-quality, tamper-evident plastic shell ("slab"), this heavy-duty casing protects the comic book and signatures from dust, moisture, UV degradation, and handling wear—ensuring its high-grade collector status remains preserved indefinitely.