Warlord of Mars: Dejah Thoris ##21
Dynamite Entertainment • Warlord of Mars: Dejah Thoris (2011 series)
Writer
Robert Place Napton
Interior Artist
Debora Carita
Cover Artist
Fabiano Neves
Publication Date
January 2013
Cover Variant
Regular/Cover A
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The 'Vampire Men of Mars' story arc. The plot follows Dejah Thoris as she explores the subterranean world of Mars and encounters the predatory thirst of the Vampire Men. It is part of Dynamite's expanded universe based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' Barsoom series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The book appears remarkably sharp from the image provided. Key observations include: sharp corners with minimal blunting, a clean spine with only one visible minor color-breaking stress tick near the top staple, and flat cover gloss. There is very slight edge wear on the right side from shelf handling. No visible foxing or staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific issue average between $4 and $8. As a non-key modern issue, markets are stable but low in volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. While the condition is high (estimated 9.4-9.6 range), the grading fees ($25+) would exceed the raw market value of the book. A professional press could push it to a 9.8, but it lacks the collectible 'key' status to justify the investment.
Notable Features
Features cover art by Fabiano Neves. Notable for its 'Rated Mature' content and Barsoom lore. Includes a UPC barcode identifying it as a Direct Market edition.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic Dynamite Entertainment production. Correct gloss finish for early 2010s Dynamite stock; staple placement is centered; barcode prefix (7-36033...) matches the publisher record for this title.