The Lobo Paramilitary Christmas Special ##1
DC Comics • The Lobo Paramilitary Christmas Special
Writer
Keith Giffen and Alan Grant
Interior Artist
Simon Bisley
Cover Artist
Simon Bisley
Publication Date
December 1991
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Easter Bunny hires Lobo to assassinate Santa Claus because Santa is taking all of the Easter Bunny's business. Lobo takes the contract, infiltrates the North Pole, slaughters Santa's elves, and brutally kills Santa Claus in an over-the-top ultra-violent black comedy story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in a protective bag and board showing a very glossy cover, sharp corners, and a flat spine with no obvious color-breaking creases. Light glare obscures minor edge wear, but overall structural integrity is high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 9.8): $100 - $150.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar high-grade condition have sold in the $20 to $35 range on secondary marketplaces like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Worth considering for grading only if aiming for a high 9.8 grade due to the modern era abundance of high-grade copies. A professional press might not even be necessary given the flat appearance.
Notable Features
Iconic painted cover by Simon Bisley, highly popular holiday-themed anti-hero classic, features the famous warning box on the cover warning of bad taste.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC direct edition indicators from 1991, proper cover stock gloss, and authentic color registration typical of the era's print runs.