Spawn #9N – CGC 8.5 Newsstand Edition (1993, Image) – 1st Angela, Cagliostro, Medieval Spawn

Heaven’s hunter arrives—three first appearances in one milestone issue.

📖 Comic Details:
This is Spawn #9N, published by Image Comics in May 1993, featuring the Newsstand Edition. Written by Neil Gaiman with art by Todd McFarlane, this issue introduces three major characters: Angela, the celestial bounty hunter; Cagliostro, the ancient mentor; and Medieval Spawn, a key part of the expanded Spawn lore. The story centers on Angela’s brutal confrontation with Spawn, blending Gaiman’s mythic tone with McFarlane’s iconic visuals.

Also includes a black & white Angela poster by Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane.

🧾 Grading:

• CGC Graded 8.5 – Solid mid-high grade with strong presentation and clean interior.

• Newsstand Edition – Scarcer and more desirable among collectors compared to direct editions.

• Cover price: $1.95

🔥 Significance:
This issue marks the first appearance of Angela, who would go on to play major roles in the Spawn universe and later cross into Marvel continuity. The debut of Cagliostro and Medieval Spawn also makes this one of the most lore-rich early Spawn issues—crafted by a superstar creative team during Image’s foundational era.

💎 Investment & Display:
A CGC 8.5 Newsstand copy of Spawn #9 is a prime collectible for fans of Spawn, 1990s comics, or key first appearances. With Angela’s lasting impact and the rarity of newsstand versions, this copy holds strong long-term potential and looks great in a slabbed display.