*DC: One villain whose popularity and collectability has zoomed up in the last year is Black Manta, Aquaman’s nemesis, previously a relatively minor character until his feature role in the Jason Momoa ‘Aquaman’ movie blockbuster. Introduced in Aquaman #35 as a back-up villain to Ocean Master, Black Manta established himself as a credible solo threat in this issue, and we have a lovely FN/VF copy, vibrant colour, only minimal stress at spine but unmarred cover scene – the latter, of course, illustrated by the legendary Nick Cardy. A truly lovely copy of a rapidly accelerating item, on sale at £100.