Star Wars: Dark Empire ##3
Dark Horse Comics • Star Wars: Dark Empire
Writer
Tom Veitch
Interior Artist
Cam Kennedy
Cover Artist
Dave Dorman
Publication Date
January 1992
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 6-issue miniseries. Luke Skywalker falls under the dark influence of the reborn Emperor Palpatine on Byss, while Princess Leia attempts to rescue him.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded, showing minor handling wear, light spine stress, and minor corner blunting typical of well-preserved early 90s books.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $15.00; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies generally sell in the $5 to $10 range depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading due to grading and shipping costs outweighing the current market value, unless part of a complete graded set of the series.
Notable Features
Part of the landmark 1991-1992 Dark Horse Star Wars revival series that established the expanded universe continuity of the era.
Authentication Notes
Standard Dark Horse publication quality from the early 1990s with correct logo, price point ($2.95 USA / $3.55 CAN), and Dave Dorman painted cover signature.