ARAK SON OF THUNDER ##35
DC Comics • Arak, Son of Thunder (1981)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Ron Randall
Cover Artist
Ron Randall
Publication Date
July 1984
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title: 'Doom-Sword Over Damaskos!' Arak continues his sword-and-sorcery adventures in the 8th century. In this issue, Arak confronts a giant celestial/angelic figure wielding a flaming sword above the city of Damascus. The series is known for blending Native American mythology with historical fantasy.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks; rounding/blunting on the top-left and bottom-right corners; minor edge wear along the top periphery; slight surface rubbing on dark ink areas. Colors remain vibrant with good registration.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7. Graded (9.6+): $45 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this mid-run issue consistently sell in the $2 to $5 range on secondary markets. Graded copies are rarely sold individually due to low demand relative to grading costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the fair market value of the comic. Best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (indicated by the DC 'No stopping us now' logo in the UPC box). Features Ron Randall art. Not a major key issue or first appearance.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be a genuine 1980s DC copper-age comic. Paper stock shows typical slight off-white aging. Print registration on the masthead is sharp and consistent with period manufacturing.