Aliens vs. Predator: The Deadliest of the Species #1

This is a first issue comic book titled 'Aliens vs. Predator: The Deadliest of the Species,' published by Dark Horse Comics in 1993. The cover prominently features a Predator with extended wrist blades in the foreground and a Xenomorph alien looming in the background. The artwork is credited at the bottom to Chris Claremont, Jackson Guice, and John Beatty. The publication details in the upper left corner indicate this is Issue 1 of a 12-part limited series, priced at $2.50 US / $3.15 CAN. The cover utilizes a gloss-finished paper stock typical of the early 1990s 'Modern Age' of comics. The color palette is heavy on blues, blacks, and metallic golds, reflecting the sci-fi horror aesthetic. Physically, the comic appears to be in a protective plastic sleeve (polybag or mylar) with a backing board. While visible through the plastic, the edges seem relatively sharp, though there is a noticeable vertical reflection/glare on the left side from the lighting. There are minor signs of handling along the spine, suggesting a mid-to-high grade condition (likely VF/NM Range), though the back and interior pages cannot be assessed from this view. The staple-bound construction and the Dark Horse logo are characteristic of this era's production quality and high-end printing techniques.