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Absolute Carnage #5 (Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant) (NM/NM+)
Absolute Carnage #5 (Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant) (NM/NM+)
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Absolute Carnage #5 (Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant) – A Collector’s and Investor’s Triumph
Cap off the symbiote saga with Absolute Carnage #5 (2019), featuring the exclusive Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant cover. This climactic issue of Marvel’s five-part event series is a must-have for collectors and investors, blending Carnage’s chaotic legacy with Stegman’s iconic artistry and exceptional market potential.
Key Appearances
Written by Donny Cates and illustrated by Ryan Stegman, this issue, released November 20, 2019, concludes the Absolute Carnage event. Eddie Brock, as Venom, battles Dark Carnage (Cletus Kasady, bonded to the Grendel symbiote) to prevent Knull’s awakening. Key characters include Eddie Brock, Dylan Brock, Spider-Man, and the Hulk (Bruce Banner, symbiote-bonded). Supporting roles feature Captain America, Wolverine, the Thing, and others with symbiote codices, alongside the Church of the New Darkness cult. The story resolves the codex hunt with intense action and emotional stakes. Stegman’s Virgin Variant cover, a 1:100 retailer incentive, showcases Dark Carnage in a logo-free, dynamic design, amplifying its collectible allure.
Written by Donny Cates and illustrated by Ryan Stegman, this issue, released November 20, 2019, concludes the Absolute Carnage event. Eddie Brock, as Venom, battles Dark Carnage (Cletus Kasady, bonded to the Grendel symbiote) to prevent Knull’s awakening. Key characters include Eddie Brock, Dylan Brock, Spider-Man, and the Hulk (Bruce Banner, symbiote-bonded). Supporting roles feature Captain America, Wolverine, the Thing, and others with symbiote codices, alongside the Church of the New Darkness cult. The story resolves the codex hunt with intense action and emotional stakes. Stegman’s Virgin Variant cover, a 1:100 retailer incentive, showcases Dark Carnage in a logo-free, dynamic design, amplifying its collectible allure.
Current Value
The Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant, a 1:100 incentive cover, commands $100–$200 in NM (Near Mint) condition on eBay, driven by Stegman’s popularity and the cover’s rarity. CGC 9.8 graded copies fetch $200–$350, with signed copies (including a Certificate of Authenticity) reaching $250–$400. By comparison, the Stegman Trade Dress Cover sells for $5–$15 NM, and the 1:25 Kyle Hotz Connecting Variant ranges from $15–$40 NM. The Virgin Variant’s value aligns with Stegman’s Venom #3 1:100 variant ($150–$300 NM), reflecting its high demand and limited print run.
The Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant, a 1:100 incentive cover, commands $100–$200 in NM (Near Mint) condition on eBay, driven by Stegman’s popularity and the cover’s rarity. CGC 9.8 graded copies fetch $200–$350, with signed copies (including a Certificate of Authenticity) reaching $250–$400. By comparison, the Stegman Trade Dress Cover sells for $5–$15 NM, and the 1:25 Kyle Hotz Connecting Variant ranges from $15–$40 NM. The Virgin Variant’s value aligns with Stegman’s Venom #3 1:100 variant ($150–$300 NM), reflecting its high demand and limited print run.
Expected Value and Trends
Carnage’s enduring appeal, fueled by Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021) and Venom War (2024), drives this issue’s investment potential. High-ratio variants like Stegman’s often appreciate 50–100% within 1–3 years, as seen with King in Black #1 virgins ($100–$250 NM). By 2027, NM copies of this Virgin Variant could reach $200–$350, and CGC 9.8 copies may hit $350–$600, especially with symbiote hype from Venom 3 (2024) and X-Men ’97 Season 2 (2025). Grading delays (ongoing into mid-2025) and limited supply may further boost prices. The series’ ties to Knull’s mythos and Stegman’s market draw ensure long-term demand.
Carnage’s enduring appeal, fueled by Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021) and Venom War (2024), drives this issue’s investment potential. High-ratio variants like Stegman’s often appreciate 50–100% within 1–3 years, as seen with King in Black #1 virgins ($100–$250 NM). By 2027, NM copies of this Virgin Variant could reach $200–$350, and CGC 9.8 copies may hit $350–$600, especially with symbiote hype from Venom 3 (2024) and X-Men ’97 Season 2 (2025). Grading delays (ongoing into mid-2025) and limited supply may further boost prices. The series’ ties to Knull’s mythos and Stegman’s market draw ensure long-term demand.
Why Invest?
The Absolute Carnage #5 Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant combines exclusivity, artistic prestige, and narrative intensity. Stegman’s logo-free, dynamic cover and the issue’s climactic Eddie vs. Dark Carnage showdown make it a collector’s prize. Ideal for fans seeking a high-demand key or investors eyeing the symbiote surge, this issue offers strong upside. Secure it now to capitalize on Carnage’s brutal legacy and Stegman’s collectible allure!
The Absolute Carnage #5 Ryan Stegman Virgin Variant combines exclusivity, artistic prestige, and narrative intensity. Stegman’s logo-free, dynamic cover and the issue’s climactic Eddie vs. Dark Carnage showdown make it a collector’s prize. Ideal for fans seeking a high-demand key or investors eyeing the symbiote surge, this issue offers strong upside. Secure it now to capitalize on Carnage’s brutal legacy and Stegman’s collectible allure!
