🗞️ Weekly Collectible News

🗞️ Weekly Collectible News 03/30/2025

The collectible world never sleeps — and we’ve got the highlights. From digital drops to grading updates and surprise announcements, here’s everything making noise this week across comics, toys, and NFTs.

1. Gold Wonder Woman Holders Get VIP Access to Todd McFarlane
Holders of the Gold Wonder Woman 🦸🏻‍♀️ digital collectible are about to get serious utility — exclusive access to a private chat with Todd McFarlane inside the official @McFarlaneToys Discord.
Access. Community. A direct line to the legend himself. 👑

2. Turn Your Digital Pops into Arcade Points 🎮
You can now convert eligible Digital Pops into Arcade Points to climb the leaderboard! The top 333 players will score an ultra-limited Freddy Funko as Droppp Monster redemption token — only 333 of these exist. Serious grail territory.

3. Zombie Punk #2967 Sells for 420 ETH ($842K) 🧟‍♂️
One of the rarest undead icons in the NFT space just changed hands for a staggering 420 ETH ($842,511.59). Proof the Punk market is still flexing serious muscle.

4. Batman: H2SH Debut Drop Delivered a Gotham-Sized Bang 🦇
Last Wednesday on Candy.io, fans finally got their hands on Batman #158: H2SH — the digital sequel to Batman: Hush from the legendary team of Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee.

Three formats gave collectors a shot at premium artwork and ultra-rare inserts:

• Standard Drop ($4.99): Foil main cover, open edition

• Standard Variant Pack ($9.99): 2,002 editions, rarities from Uncommon to Legendary, and a chance to pull the Batman #159 Ashcan Insert (only 500 exist)

• Premium Variant Pack ($34.99): 608 editions, a visual feast for Jim Lee fans featuring:

  • Core: Foil main

  • Uncommon: Jim Lee signature

  • Rare: Jeph Loeb signature

  • Epic: Both signatures

  • Legendary: Jim Lee original artwork
    Plus a 50% chance of landing that coveted Ashcan Insert

🚨 The Premium Packs sold out in just two hours — proving there’s still massive demand for premium digital comic collectibles.

Collectors were all over this one on Candy’s digital platform, and it’s already heating up on secondary. A major moment for digital comics and Bat-fans alike.

5. Marvel Announces Rogue’s First Digital Appearance — Evolvables Drop Lands March 29 🌀
Marvel and VeVe have revealed that Rogue is making her first-ever digital appearance on the platform — launching as part of the Evolvables series.

The collection highlights Rogue’s transformation over the years, from her iconic green and yellow suit to her more recent X-Treme costume. Artwork spans different eras of her story, capturing her strength, charm, and fearless presence.

The collectibles feature Evolvables crafting mechanics, allowing holders to upgrade Rogue’s appearance through a burn-and-merge system — with the potential to unlock rarer forms.

Drop Details:

• Date: Saturday, March 29 at 8AM PT

• Format: Blind box (Waitlist)

• Tiers at Launch: Common + Common Special Edition Chaser

• Platform: VeVe

• Additional tiers to be revealed

This marks a milestone for fans of Rogue and digital Marvel collectors alike.

💰 Auction Coverage — Hake’s Highlights

Hake’s Auctions continues to deliver top-tier results for high-end pop culture collectibles — with vintage Star Wars, rare comics, and action figures pulling in serious bids. This past week’s event featured some jaw-dropping sales that prove the demand for iconic characters and pristine grading is still going strong.

Here are some of the standout results that caught our attention:

1. Double-Telescoping Luke Skywalker Strikes Big — $84,370
One of the rarest early Star Wars figures just landed a massive sale. A 1978 Luke Skywalker 12 Back-A with a Double-Telescoping Lightsaber, graded AFA 85 NM+, sold for $84,370 at Hake’s.
This variant is incredibly scarce — just 3 known in this grade — making it a grail-level piece for vintage Star Wars collectors.

2. Original Art from Star Wars #1 Brings in $80,476
An original comic book page from Star Wars #1 (1977), illustrated by Howard Chaykin, sold for $80,476.
This is the same issue that introduced the galaxy far, far away to Marvel Comics readers — and original interior pages rarely come to market. A major piece of both comic and Star Wars history.

3. Star Wars #5 Original Art Sells for $42,834
Another vintage gem from Howard Chaykin — this time an original page from Star Wars #5 — sold for $42,834.
While not as iconic as issue #1, Chaykin’s early Marvel Star Wars work continues to gain momentum among both comic art and Star Wars collectors.

4. Boba Fett Holiday Special Animation Cels Fetch $39,804
A three-cel production setup from the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special (1978), featuring Boba Fett and Stormtroopers, sold for $39,804.47.
Complete with the original painted background, this piece comes from Boba Fett’s first on-screen appearance — making it a prized artifact for hardcore Fett fans and animation collectors alike.

5. Neal Adams Hulk Model Kit Art Smashes $32,204
Original box lid artwork for the Aurora “The Incredible Hulk” model kit, illustrated by the legendary Neal Adams, sold for $32,204.68.
A rare piece blending comic art and classic toy culture, this striking painting captures Adams’ signature dynamism — and the Hulk at his most unhinged.

🔥 Upcoming Heat

From limited drops to major releases, here’s what’s on the horizon that collectors should have locked in on. Whether you're into digital grails, graded comics, or toys fresh out the vault — this is the early radar for what’s about to move.

1. Absolute Green Lantern #1 (April 2)
DC’s new Absolute Universe launches with a bold, horror-tinged reimagining of the Green Lantern mythos. Written by Al Ewing (The Immortal Hulk) with art by Jahnoy Lindsay, this debut brings together Jo Mullein, Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and Guy Gardner to face a cosmic fear event unlike anything before.
Expect multiple variant covers — including a 1:100 black-and-white virgin variant by Lindsay. Preorder window has closed, so all eyes are on day-one pricing and early CGC slabs.

2. All-New Venom #5 (April 2)
The mystery of the new Venom host reaches its breaking point. Written by Al Ewing with art by Carlos Gómez, this issue promises a major reveal as M.O.D.O.K. closes in.
Collectors are buzzing about the spoiler covers, with suspects including Luke Cage, Madame Masque, Rick Jones, and Robbie Robertson. Variant highlights include:

• Erik Larsen cover

• 1:25 Dike Ruan incentive

• Martín Cóccolo spoiler variants

• Clayton Crain “Suspect” series
  This one’s built for speculation and should heat up quick if the reveal hits hard.

  

3. Marvel Rivals #1 (April 2)
Originally released as a digital-only series, Marvel Rivals is getting a physical print debut. This 40-page issue brings the full Infinity Comic arc to paper, featuring a time-rift storyline with Peter Parker and Peni Parker (SP//dr) navigating chaos across the multiverse.
Collectors can expect multiple variants, including:

• Peach Momoko Virgin Variant

• Tokitokoro 2nd Printing Variant

• Federico Sabbatini Variant

• Adam Warren Variant
  The move from digital to print has fans excited — and the art lineup is stacked.

  

4. ThunderCats #14 (April 2)
After a short delay, ThunderCats #14 is ready to roar back into comic shops. Written by Declan Shalvey with art by Drew Moss, the story picks up with Lion-O and the Eye of Thundera missing — and Mumm-Ra seizing the opportunity to strike.
The return of Calica, now bearing the Eye, introduces a major twist in the saga.
Variants come from top-tier artists including:

• Lucio Parrillo

• Jae Lee & June Chung

• Felipe Massafera

• Declan Shalvey

• Manix
  A must-watch for fans of the classic franchise and Dynamite’s fresh take.

  

5. Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #1 (April 2)
In this new limited series, an older Matt Murdock has hung up the red suit — until Captain America calls him back into action. Written by Charles Soule with art by Steve McNiven, the story explores legacy, redemption, and a looming threat in Hell’s Kitchen.
Collectors take note of a serious variant lineup:

• 1:25 Ben Harvey Variant

• 1:50 Frank Miller Virgin Variant

• 1:100 John Romita Jr. Hidden Gem Variant

• 1:200 Rose Besch Virgin Variant
  With major creators and a fresh take on Daredevil, this one could move quickly on release day.

  

🕵️‍♂️ Finds of the Week

Every week, we dig through auctions, marketplaces, and community chatter to uncover some of the most interesting, unexpected, or under-the-radar finds in the collectible world. From rare pulls to big flips — here’s what stood out this week.

1- Tales of Suspense #52—the 1964 Marvel comic marking Black Widow's first appearance—was digitally released on VeVe on September 16, 2021. This drop featured five variant covers, with the Secret Rare "True Believer Variant" limited to 600 editions. ​Currently, these Secret Rare editions are trading around $45 on VeVe's secondary market, presenting an accessible opportunity for collectors to own a digital version of this significant issue. Given the limited minting and Black Widow's prominence in the Marvel Universe, this digital collectible holds potential for appreciation among enthusiasts.

2. Wonder Woman Gold Idle (McFarlane Digital Toys)
This sleek gold digital collectible is more than just a flex — it comes with serious utility. Holders get private Discord access to Todd McFarlane himself, creating a direct line to one of the biggest names in comics and toys. Current floor price - 425 Polygon ($86.64)

With only 152 editions in existence, this is one of the rarest McFarlane digital releases to date. Considering the limited supply and exclusive access, this collectible still feels undervalued on the market.

🎉 Giveaway Winner of the Week

Each week, we celebrate one lucky Nerdcave77 subscriber who’s been riding with us and showing love for the hobby. Whether it’s through newsletter signups, community engagement, or just sharing the collectible spirit — we’ve got something special lined up.
Here’s who scored this week’s prize:

📈 Top Trending NFT Projects (This Week)

Here are the five NFT projects that saw the most action this week, whether through sales volume, community momentum, or price shifts:

1. Courtyard.io
Floor: < 0.01 WETH
Change: ⬆️ +4.3%
Physical meets digital — Courtyard continues to climb as more collectors tokenize graded Pokémon and sports cards on-chain. The utility and low barrier to entry are keeping this one hot.

2. Quills Adventure
Floor: 0.32 ETH
Change: —
Quills is flying under the radar with strong art, solid lore, and growing community buzz. Still holding steady as new holders trickle in.

3. CryptoPunks
Floor: 42.99 ETH
Change: ⬆️ +1.2%
The OGs aren’t going anywhere. Punks remain a top-tier flex for collectors, and recent high-profile sales (like the Zombie Punk at 420 ETH) are reinforcing their status.

4. Doodles
Floor: 2.88 ETH
Change: ⬇️ -5.3%
Still a beloved project, but Doodles saw a slight dip this week. New content and ecosystem updates could reverse the trend if they stick the landing.

5. Bored Ape Yacht Club
Floor: 14.15 ETH
Change: ⬇️ -1%
BAYC remains one of the most recognizable names in the space, but price pressure continues as the project finds its footing in a shifting market.

🙏 Thanks for Hanging with Us

That’s a wrap for this week’s Nerdcave’77 drop! Whether you’re stacking comics, flipping grails, or just vibing with the hobby — we’re glad to have you with us on the journey.
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We appreciate you. See you next week — and happy collecting! 🖖💥