Summer Kickoff Comics & Toys 06'26
Lot 136:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Ten Martial Arts Comic Books Including DC, Marvel, and Star Comics Titles, 1975-1991
This collection consists of ten martial arts-themed comic books published between 1975 and 1991 by DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and the Star Comics imprint. The group includes five issues of Richard Dragon, Kung-Fu Fighter (numbers 3, 4, 7, 10, and 11), two issues of Karate Kid (numbers 3 and 11), one issue of Chuck Norris Karate Kommandos (number 2), and two issues of Double Dragon (numbers 3 and 4). Key issues in the collection include Richard Dragon, Kung-Fu Fighter number 7, which features the first appearance of Lady Shiva (Sandra Wu-San), and Karate Kid number 3, which retells the character’s origin story. Several 1976 issues, specifically Richard Dragon number 10 and Karate Kid number 3, feature the DC Comics Salutes the Bicentennial top banners. The comics feature cover art by notable illustrators including Dick Giordano, Ernie Chan, Mike Grell, Al Milgrom, Frank Springer, and Tom Raney. Each comic is individually housed in a protective plastic bag with a backing board.
Dimensions: 6.75 x 10.25 inches per issue.
Condition report:
The comic books are in unslabbed (raw) condition and generally present in mid-to-high grade. The covers remain bright with strong color strike. Visible signs of handling include minor spine stress ticks and slight blunting at some corners. The key issue, Richard Dragon, Kung-Fu Fighter number 7, appears well-preserved with minor spine wear. There are no major visible defects such as detached covers, significant tears, or heavy staining across the collection.
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