Grail! - Marvel Age #2 Cover by John Byrne featuring Alpha Flight!
Artist: John Byrne (All)
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DescriptionJohn Byrne. Alpha Flight. This is a beautiful cover. I've had this cover for a bit, and it's finally time that I post it. And posting today for a reason, as it's John Cassaday's birthday.Marvel Age was an incredible series that promoted upcoming events and new series. Marvel Age #2 promoted the then upcoming Alpha Flight series by John Byrne. This was initially a cover for Alpha Flight #1, but then Byrne decided to add many more characters for Alpha Flight #1 and made it more fun. I think that this cover is just as good as the actual #1. Some may not, but I do. It's beautiful. One thing that is a double edged sword is that this was a cover that John Cassaday had. It's a reminder that John is no longer with us. But it's a reminder of John and our friendship, and that is comforting. Social/Sharing |
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Dan P 
Member Since 2009
Posted on 12/14/2025
Those old Marvel Age covers are very nostalgic for me. This was the first glimpse that I got of Alpha Flight. After the cover to #1, I'd peg this as my favorite AF cover!
Rich Cirillo
Member Since 2004
Posted on 12/14/2025
This should have been the cover to Alpha Flight #1 IMO. Great piece, Nick!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Rich Cirillo wrote:
This should have been the cover to Alpha Flight #1 IMO. Great piece, Nick!
Thanks buddy!
Duke Fleed
Member Since 2013
Posted on 12/14/2025
Supreme jealousy alert! Yup.. I admit it. This is too cool. Just an amazing addition! Huge congrats!
Joe Murray
Member Since 2006
Posted on 12/14/2025
Ohhh, c'mon! One of Byrne's greatest ALPHA FLIGHT images/covers of all, loved when the gang was all here, and I give the edge to this cover over the one used, biggest congrats!!
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
Posted on 12/14/2025
A stunning cover, Nick! And really appreciate you sharing the back story on why you posted.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Chris K. wrote:
A stunning cover, Nick! And really appreciate you sharing the back story on why you posted.
Thank you brother
S Riz
Member Since 2014
Posted on 12/14/2025
Wow, congrats Nick! An amazing addition to the collection.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
S Riz wrote:
Wow, congrats Nick! An amazing addition to the collection.
Thank you Riz!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
James S wrote:
Incredible, Nick! Congrats!
Thanks buddy!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Amir E wrote:
Fantastic! Remember this cover well.
Yeah, it's why it falls into grail territory. It's a strong word, but meaningful here.
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 12/14/2025
Such an excellent vintage Byrne Alpha Flight team shot. Top notch Byrne Alpha Flight! Congrats
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
Posted on 12/14/2025
Great introductory image! Byrne got us pumped for the new #1 X-Men adjacent team with this image! Game recognizes game!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/22/2025
Marcus Wai wrote:
Great introductory image! Byrne got us pumped for the new #1 X-Men adjacent team with this image! Game recognizes game!
Nice and succinct! Thanks Marcus!
Rick Verbanas
Member Since 2018
Posted on 12/14/2025
Amazing cover. This is both iconic and sentimental. Kudos.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Rick Verbanas wrote:
Amazing cover. This is both iconic and sentimental. Kudos.
Thank you Rick!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Alberto Gonzalez wrote:
Incredible Nick! A grail indeed!!!Many thanks Alberto!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Vik V wrote:
Fantastic cover!
Thanks Vik! It's been a bit. How are you doing?
Brian Peck
Member Since 2003
Posted on 12/15/2025
Classic Cover! I remember it welll. Major Congrats!!!
Dino Mauricio
Member Since 2009
Posted on 12/15/2025
Fantastic Alpha Flight team cover, congrats Nick!
Paul Roach
Member Since 2014
Posted on 12/15/2025
Historic! Impressive piece, and very clean inks. Congrats!
Raimundo Fonseca
Member Since 2011
Posted on 12/15/2025
I see it and I can't believe it. In fact, I'm starting to experience an inception: this must be the product of artificial intelligence.
Toni S
Member Since 2019
Posted on 12/15/2025
Very nice description. A great tribute as well! Superb cover by the way.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
Posted on 12/15/2025
One of the most memorable Alpha Flight illustrations of all time! The sentiment is as valuable as the art!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/22/2025
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
One of the most memorable Alpha Flight illustrations of all time! The sentiment is as valuable as the art!
It is, and thank you, including the advice.
Steve Gumm
Member Since 2004
Posted on 12/15/2025
Now that is THE Alpha Flight cover, simply the best!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 12/15/2025
Nick, the historical and artistic excellence of this piece is exceeded only my the wonderful friendship and memory of your dear friend. Many congrats, my friend.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Comicart Boston wrote:
Nick, the historical and artistic excellence of this piece is exceeded only my the wonderful friendship and memory of your dear friend. Many congrats, my friend.
Thank you so much my friend.
Raymond Bryan
Member Since 2011
Posted on 12/15/2025
Amazing Cover and Tribute! Byrne is a master and that image still sticks in my mind as well.
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 12/15/2025
Well looky here. Taking down grails and sharing is always a special occassion.
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
Posted on 12/15/2025
wow, a stunning piece of John Byrne artwork and one with so much more meaning than just the surface of it. congrats on this incredible grail that further deepens your connection to and memories of your dearly departed friend.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/22/2025
Kavi H wrote:
wow, a stunning piece of John Byrne artwork and one with so much more meaning than just the surface of it. congrats on this incredible grail that further deepens your connection to and memories of your dearly departed friend.
Thank you buddy!
Eelco V
Member Since 2004
Posted on 12/15/2025
Absolutely beautiful cover by Byrne. Love this era with his own inks.
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
Posted on 12/15/2025
Incredible cover piece and a great way to honor your friend, John, Nick. Cheers!
Chris Snorek
Member Since 2009
Posted on 12/15/2025
Incredible addition to an already stellar collection!
Alex B
Member Since 2008
Posted on 12/16/2025
My jaw just hit the floor. Congrats for this phenomenal historic cover ! Byrne at his absolute best imho.
Carlo M
Member Since 2006
Posted on 12/17/2025
Alpha Flight was (is) a great concept. Interesting characters, different location from the usual NY base, great visuals. This is one of the best depiction of the classic team
E DLS
Member Since 2005
Posted on 12/17/2025
It's always bittersweet for me when I see one of my old pieces pop up. While it's always nice to see them again, there's also the understandable pangs of regret that one gets about selling something that he perhaps should never have sold. At the time, it was the most money I ever got for a piece of art (but a bargain in today's market). I paid $200 for it back in 1987 and sold it about 5-6 years later. Anyway, as per your description, I'm in the camp that thinks this is as good (or even better) than the actualy AF #1 cover. It was also used as a house ad and promo poster. So in terms of publication and exposure, this piece got a lot more mileage than that actual #1 cover. I wasn't a huge fan of anything Byrne did after his glorious X-Men run, but I made an exception for this one. So congrats and enjoy! It really is a magnificent Byrne example.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
E DLS wrote:
It's always bittersweet for me when I see one of my old pieces pop up. While it's always nice to see them again, there's also the understandable pangs of regret that one gets about selling something that he perhaps should never have sold. At the time, it was the most money I ever got for a piece of art (but a bargain in today's market). I paid $200 for it back in 1987 and sold it about 5-6 years later. Anyway, as per your description, I'm in the camp that thinks this is as good (or even better) than the actualy AF #1 cover. It was also used as a house ad and promo poster. So in terms of publication and exposure, this piece got a lot more mileage than that actual #1 cover. I wasn't a huge fan of anything Byrne did after his glorious X-Men run, but I made an exception for this one. So congrats and enjoy! It really is a magnificent Byrne example.
I know the feeling of selling one of your babies and then seeing it later. The memory is always strong. And thank you for the reminder on the poster. I forgot about that.
Tony Marine
Member Since 2016
Posted on 12/17/2025
This is epic!! This should have been the #1 cover - it's the best single Alpha Flight piece there is! Huge congrarts to you Nick! This is right in my sweet spot - so I'm a litlte jealous!! lol
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Tony Marine wrote:
This is epic!! This should have been the #1 cover - it's the best single Alpha Flight piece there is! Huge congrarts to you Nick! This is right in my sweet spot - so I'm a litlte jealous!! lol
Thank you brother!
Jeremy Radisich
Member Since 2004
Posted on 12/21/2025
Love when a piece of artwork has multiple layers of meaning. For me this is a super nostalgic, grail-worthy piece that represents the magic of early 80s Marvel (which Marvel Age tapped into so well, I loved that mag!) and the excitement of discovering that world as a child. Congrats!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 12/22/2025
Jeremy Radisich wrote:
Love when a piece of artwork has multiple layers of meaning. For me this is a super nostalgic, grail-worthy piece that represents the magic of early 80s Marvel (which Marvel Age tapped into so well, I loved that mag!) and the excitement of discovering that world as a child. Congrats!
Yeah, Marvel Age was great at the time. Outside of CBG, there were few places to get news. Marvel Age filled that gap.
Steve Kro
Member Since 2007
Posted on 12/23/2025
Grail in every sense of the word. The art and your personal connection to your good friend John, the previous owner. Love it!
Michael Lovitz
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 12/23/2025
Finally made the CAF Roundup spotlight - congrats!
Oh, and this art is amazing - better than the cover to issue 1
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 1/1/2026
Romain Verlier wrote:
Hat Off and Huge Congrats !!!
Thank you very much!
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
Posted on 1/1/2026
naqam washington wrote:
EPIC!!!!
Thank you
Bill J
Member Since 2009
Posted on 1/17/2026
Phenomenal! This version of the Alpha Flight #1 cover is waaaayyyy better than the one that was used, IMHO. What a cool memory of John it brings you. Treasure it. Friendship is a precious thing.
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