That's a really nice page - one of the few Mark did on that issue. I was the under bidder on that one, congrats on winning it. Let me know in case you ever feel like parting with it.

Now we need to talk about that "coffin" thing, Paul. ;-)

Huge congrats, Paul!! You expressed my very own feelings about that time period of our favorite web-slinger (but you already know that.) Another stellar addition to you equally stellar collection. Happy for you.

Funny, I indeed thought this was a Liefeld piece when first looking at those two characters, but the overally prelim cover is truly beautiful. I particularly love Wolvie (obviously,) but the stylish finesse of Tota's lines is the main attraction for me. Congrats on choosing another great piece of OA to add to your ever-expanding impressive collection.

A great page, gotta love that kind of storytelling mastery. Congrats on that full story. As for the Immonen mention, Jason Hussa, that's because he wrote the story. ;-)

That's a great page, really feeling the Bags/Randy magical nostalgia kicking in with that one. An awesome way to start your collection, congrats!!

It's a winner on all accounts: composition, atmosphere, characters, body language, textures, the whole combo is perfect. Really happy for you, congrats!! Thanks for sharing this with us.

Cool and very fluid storytelling from that memorable issue of Squadron Supreme. Congrats for that beautiful page in your collection!!

What a splendid page for your collection during a great time for old webhead. Congrats!!!

That's a real beauty and a winner on all account: execution, composition, originality, style. Truly happy for you. Keep 'em coming. :-)

What a great page, it's a perfect choice for you. Reis is really a great artist. And that Etrigan in the last panels, wow!!! Huge congrats!!

Truly beautiful piece from an artist I didn't know. Congrats on landing that splendid page? I can clearly see the link with Gaijin Studio as far as inking is concerned and why this appealed to you. ;-)

An awesome page that I remember vividly (and that stood out for all the reasons you mentioned within in the issue) by an awesome artist. Huge congrats!!!

Spot-on description for a particularly spectacular cover. It has it all as you so aptly described it: the composition that is not sacrificing simplicity or clarity, the characters placements, not to mention the solid inks (also a favorite of mine) all make for a particularly impressive cover by Sprouse and Story.

And indeed, the subtle little splats of blood really give the impression that the picture has been taken mid-action at the exact right moment to catch that glorious money shot. Also fond of the sombre background that reinforces the focus on Midnighter and where the main action is at. Truly happy for you!! Looking forward to seeing the next 11 entries leading up to you birthday.

What an iconic cover. Congrats on that spectacular acquisition, man!

I already complimented you about that stunner of a DPS, but here I go again, that's an awesoe acquisition. I also fondly remember discovering Skroce's work on ASM after Bagley, and even though I wasn't fond of no longer having Bagley on the title, I still recognized and was able to enjoy the dynamism and sexiness of Skroce's style.

Huge, huge congrats for gathering both versions. If we could have discussed this prior to all that, I would have been able to tell you that two versions existed, but no worries, the awesome Paul P stepped in and saved the game. Truly happy for you, my friend.

Nostalgia factor to the maximum with this cards sheet. Huge congrats for unearthing that gem!!

Truly impressive, bravo!!! Great choice, that's what I call a triple-threat commission. Congrats!

Annnnnnd another historic moment to your spectacular collection, Paul, and THE two pages sequence to own for any self-respecting Ben Reilly fan. Huge congrats!!!

You acquired two grails here from milestone issue 400, and noneless from one of poignant moments in Spidey history on several levels like you reminded us of. Huge congrats for those two gems. Try and leave some to us poor Bags fans now, for a change. ;-)

Great storyline and another great addition for this somehow poignant moment of webslinger history in your collection. Congrats, Paul!!! Real happy for you.

I-N-SA-N-E (that's five parts, right?)!!! This would make for an expensive framing, but those five beauties displayed on a wall would surely enhance any house. Huge congrats, Paul!!! You reached another level with your collection that us mere mortals can only wish to approach one day.

Still in awe at each new interconnected cover I discover you posting. I haven't looked at the colored versions to keep the surprise, but man, you scored big, big art, Paul. Although it displays less characters, this cover remains powerful - probably even more. Anyway, huge, huge congrats!!

Another huge add for your awesome collection. Congrats, Paul!!! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the covers.

Indeed, really nice quiet page. Congrats!!

Really well-composed page and brilliant in its simplicity. I agree with you, his postures are indeed very well rendered and personify each character's attitude quite distinctly, not an easy feat. Congrats on a really cool splash that could clearly make for a classic cover.

Truly great page from a truly great period. I'm particularly fond of Sal's heavy inks from that era. Congrats on that beauty, Octavio!!

Truly happy for you, man. This is indeed a cover that checks several things at a time like you mentioned, huge congrats to you. And that shading on Ororo is magnificiently achieved. Truly happy for you.

Et jamais deux félicitations sans trois, félicitations encore pour cette magnifique page !!!

Great page full of nostalgia. Congrats on that beauty!!!

Congrats on the beautiful cover and great text.

You can do a Bagley year as far as I'm concerned, that would make my year as I never tire of watching Mark's work. Your collection is getting better and better each day, Paul. Congrats on that double spread. USM was a great series and a particularly clever and interesting reimagining of Spidey's life for the 00's.

A great splash with the best Spidey, good ol' Ben Reilly. Huge congrats on this page, Paul!! I really love John's inks over Mark, they make for a great team, a bit like Ben and Peter back in the day.

Nice page, man, congrats. You can also thank me, Octavio, for not buying this page earlier along the line. ;-)

What a page, AGAIN!!! This is easily one of the best Venom depictions by Mark. Huge congrats on that amazing, splendid, sublime... (indeed, new adjectives really need to be invented when it comes to your acquisitions, Paul) page!!!

Totally agree with you, and the most notable loss is Robin's relevant expression with regards to the hero's doubt which does make for a nice counterpoint to the mask held below and his masked face we're usually used to seeing most.

Indeed, great attention to details that convey the usual fluidity to Pacheco's storytelling, especially enhanced by Merino's inking. Really happy for you that you managed to get a page from that story you love so much.

What an impressive start of Bagley week for your Birthday, Paul!!! One of his best covers, truly stunning. Huge congrats!!

Huge congrats!!! Another great addition to your collection. Pure 90's Bags sweetness indeed.

What a find, what fond memories I have of this story, and indeed, he did go for a Bagley style. Huge congrats, Paul!!!

What a cover, man!!! Huge congrats and glad to have you back, Riz!!

That's a great piece. And you're right, whether it's the original or a recreation, the pencil, colors and ink are spectacular on that character. This does bring back fond memories. Would love to see this one in person. Huge congrats on that beauty!!!

That's one hell of a cover. Agreed with you description, that is one the best Bagley recently did. Really happy for you, KG, a most than pleasant addition to your great collection. Congrats!!!

Now that here is a great find from a too rare artist. Congratulations on that sublime piece.

You lucky dog, that is one splendid and subtly-executed Spidey and I can clearly see the Buscema influence in the pose. Huge congrats, you pulled a great one here!!!

Really, really nice creepy page from an awesome artist. Congrats, man!!!

An awesome and flawlessly executed page from the master. Also really fond of that series for the same reasons as you, K Gearon, huge congrats for this beauty!!!

Once again, in awe at the treasures you manage to add to your stellar collection. Huge congrats, Paul!!! Seen in person must be something.

Oddly enough, the building background version adds depth and is quite cool, but I also understand the choice and like the published version focusing more on the epic fall and battle of the two Spideys. But hey, that cover really kicks ass, huge congrats on that awesome art, Paul!!!