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X-Factor (1986) #30

X-Factor (1986) #30

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X-Factor (1986) #30 – Marvel Comics
X-Factor (1986) #30 (July 1988), written by Louise Simonson with pencils and cover art by Walt Simonson, inks by Bob Wiacek, is a Copper Age issue in the original X-Factor series, priced at $1.00 and approved by the Comics Code Authority. Titled “Kiss of Death!,” this issue sees Cyclops (Scott Summers) and Jean Grey blindsided by a confrontation with Freedom Force, the government-sanctioned mutant team led by Mystique and including Blob, Pyro, Avalanche, and Destiny. Meanwhile, the villainess Infectia, introduced in X-Factor #29, targets Iceman (Bobby Drake) with her mutating kiss, which transforms victims into monstrous mind-slaves, threatening to destabilize X-Factor—also including Beast and Archangel (Warren Worthington III). The dual conflicts amplify the team’s struggles with anti-mutant sentiment and their mission to protect mutants while maintaining their cover. Louise Simonson’s script blends high-stakes action with personal drama, while Walt Simonson’s iconic art, renowned from his Thor run, delivers dynamic battles and emotional intensity. Walt Simonson’s cover, featuring the Freedom Force clash and Infectia’s menace, is a collector’s standout.
Highlights
  • Cyclops and Jean Grey’s surprise battle with Freedom Force.
  • Infectia’s deadly pursuit of Iceman with her mutating kiss.
  • Louise Simonson’s action-packed script with team dynamics.
  • Walt Simonson’s stellar pencils and iconic cover art.
  • Continuation of Infectia’s arc and X-Factor’s challenges.
Value & Trends
  • Current: Raw NM copies of X-Factor #30 sell for $5–$15 on eBay and MyComicShop, with VF copies at $3–$8 and CGC 9.8 copies fetching $40–$80, driven by the Simonsons’ work, Freedom Force’s appearance, and Infectia’s arc. Newsstand editions may command a 10–15% premium due to scarcity. [eBay listings show raw NM at $8–$12, with CGC 9.8 at $50–$75.] CGC 9.9 or 10.0 copies are rare, potentially reaching $100–$200. The X-Factor by Louise Simonson trade paperback (Vol. 2, 2012) may include this issue, selling for $15–$25.
  • Trends: The X-Men ’97 animated series (2024–2025) boosting X-Factor’s profile, Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) hype, and Freedom Force’s cult appeal (potential X-Men MCU ties) could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months. CGC 9.8 copies may hit $80–$120 in 2–3 years if Iceman, Infectia, or Freedom Force gain MCU focus. Comic-Con 2025 news or reprints could spike demand. The issue’s value is moderate, overshadowed by keys like X-Factor #6 (1st Apocalypse), but Simonson’s involvement and Freedom Force add allure.
  • Market: Copper Age X-Factor issues with Louise and Walt Simonson’s contributions, featuring villains like Infectia and teams like Freedom Force, are prized by X-Men collectors, especially in high-grade or slabbed conditions.
Key Characters
  • X-Factor: Cyclops (Scott Summers), Jean Grey, Beast (Hank McCoy), Iceman (Bobby Drake), Archangel (Warren Worthington III).
  • Infectia: Mutant villainess targeting Iceman.
  • Freedom Force: Mystique, Blob, Pyro, Avalanche, Destiny.
Why Buy?
X-Factor #30 is a Copper Age gem, with Cyclops and Jean’s clash against Freedom Force, Infectia’s threat to Iceman, and Louise Simonson’s gripping storytelling. Walt Simonson’s dynamic art and iconic cover make it a must-have for X-Men fans. Grab it in NM condition before X-Men ’97 or X-Factor’s cinematic potential boosts prices!
Price: $5–$15 (NM, raw); $40–$80 (CGC 9.8); $3–$8 (VF, raw). High-grade copies hold strong future value.
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