Choosing between these two comics collectibles comes down to what you want the issue to represent in your collection: a numbered #1 with a wraparound main cover, or a numbered #10 carrying an Advance Edition designation. Both are brand-new Modern Age single issues credited to Robert Kirkman and Joe Casey, but their cover artists, characters, and listed prices point to different collecting priorities.
Quick verdict
Pick Terminal #1 - Andy Kubert Wraparound Main Cover A when a First Printing, Cover A presentation, and a lower listed price matter most. Pick Terminal #10 Advance Edition Variant when you specifically want the Advance Edition format, the Ultra character, and Arthur Adams and Dave McCaig cover credits. The listed-price spread is $5.99, so the decision is less about format alone than which issue and cover focus fit your collection.
At-a-glance comparison
| Detail | Terminal #1 Andy Kubert Wraparound Main Cover A | Terminal #10 Advance Edition Variant |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 3.99 | USD 9.98 |
| Issue and format | #1, Single Issue | #10, Single Issue |
| Credited talent | Andy Kubert, Joe Casey, Robert Kirkman | Robert Kirkman, Joe Casey, Arthur Adams, Dave McCaig |
| Character | Various | Ultra |
| Condition | Brand New | Brand New |
Where each issue wins
Terminal #1 is the better match for collectors drawn to a wraparound main Cover A by Andy Kubert. Its listed features include a wraparound cover, making the cover presentation a central part of the selection rather than a secondary detail.
Terminal #10 has the clearer appeal for someone seeking an Advance Edition. Its cover is credited to Arthur Adams with colors by Dave McCaig, while the character field identifies Ultra. That combination gives it a distinct focus from the broader Various character listing on Terminal #1.
Product notes
Terminal #1 - Andy Kubert Wraparound Main Cover A
This is the straightforward choice for a collector who wants a Terminal #1 single issue with Andy Kubert, Joe Casey, and Robert Kirkman all credited. The First Printing feature gives the issue a specific collection-oriented identity, and its USD 3.99 listed price makes it the lower-priced choice in this matchup. The title also puts the Andy Kubert wraparound Main Cover A front and center, which suits buyers who prioritize the #1 issue's cover treatment. Its limitation is character specificity: the character field is listed as Various rather than Ultra. That makes it less targeted for a character-centered Ultra collection, even though it is a brand-new Modern Age issue.
Terminal #10 Advance Edition Variant Ultra-Rare Image Comics Kirkman Adams NM
Terminal #10 is aimed at collectors whose interest starts with its later issue number and more specific character focus. The cover credits pair Arthur Adams and Dave McCaig, and Ultra is named in the character field, giving this single issue a defined collecting angle. At USD 9.98, it is the higher-priced choice, so its appeal rests on wanting this particular #10 edition rather than simply adding any Terminal issue. The limitation is equally clear: it is #10, not #1. Collectors who are specifically looking for a numbered debut issue or a First Printing will find Terminal #1 more aligned with that goal.
Final choice by use case
- Choose Terminal #1 if a First Printing is the deciding feature and you want the lower listed price.
- Choose Terminal #10 if an Advance Edition is the priority and you collect around Ultra.
- Choose by cover artist when that is your main focus: Andy Kubert leads Terminal #1, while Arthur Adams and Dave McCaig lead Terminal #10.
