Arak Son of Thunder Annual #No.1
DC Comics • Arak, Son of Thunder Annual
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Ron Randall
Cover Artist
Ron Randall
Publication Date
1984
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Arak, a Native American hero in the 8th century, battles sorcery and mythical creatures. This annual features Arak and his companions facing off against the sinister Dark-Wolf and supernatural threats in a sword-and-sorcery epic.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, minor edge wear along the top, and light surface scuffing on the black ink areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded 9.8: $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold for between $2.00 and $7.00 plus shipping on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the fair market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
First Annual issue of the series. Features art and story by the core series creative team of Roy Thomas and Ron Randall. Direct edition with logo in the UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC copper age newsprint stock. The cover gloss and saturation of the black levels are consistent with legitimate 1984 printings.