The Warlord #No. 63
DC Comics • The Warlord Vol. 1
Writer
Mike Grell
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens
Cover Artist
Mike Grell
Publication Date
November 1982
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Travis Morgan (The Warlord) attempts to save the life of a dying wizard while facing the mysterious Kaash'ban. Significant for containing a 16-page preview of the first Masters of the Universe comic series and the debut of the 'The Barren Earth' backup feature.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible diagonal creasing in the upper left corner; blunting at the lower right and top corners; edge wear along the right side of the cover; slight surface scuffing visible on the red background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade typically sell for $3 to $8. High-grade (9.6+) raw copies occasionally reach $15 due to the Masters of the Universe preview.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading ($25+) would exceed the market value of a 6.0 copy. Only 9.8 candidates are generally worth the investment for this issue.
Notable Features
Includes a 16-page comic preview of 'Masters of the Universe' (He-Man). Features the first appearance of Jerey and the start of 'The Barren Earth' by Gary Cohn and Ron Randall. Newsstand edition identified by the UPC barcode in the bottom left.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC newsstand stock. Standard light wood-pulp paper of the era. No signs of reproduction or tampering visible; staple placement appears consistent with factory production.