Arak, Son of Thunder #No. 15
DC Comics • Arak, Son of Thunder (1981)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Ernie Colón
Cover Artist
Ernie Colón
Publication Date
November 1982
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Arak continues his travels in the 8th century, featuring the story 'Of Fire and the Fiend!'. This issue includes an appearance by Valda the Iron Maiden. It also famously contains a 16-page 'Masters of the Universe' preview insert featuring He-Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, significant corner blunting at bottom right, edge wear along the bottom margin, and slight waviness in the paper substrate. Minor soiling visible on white areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. High-grade slabbed copies are infrequent but generally trade for the cost of grading plus a small premium ($50 average for 9.8).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic shows visible wear that would likely result in a mid-grade (approx. 6.0). The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Contains a rare 16-page 'Masters of the Universe' preview comic (He-Man insert). Direct Edition (DC logo in corner with 'Where the action is!' instead of barcode).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC production. Features standard newsprint interior pages and a semi-glossy cover. Staple placement and 'Direct Edition' logo are consistent with late 1982 distribution.