Fantasy Masterpieces, #005, Starring The Silver Surfer (Marvel, 1980) - Direct Sales

Fantasy Masterpieces #5 features The Silver Surfer in an exhilarating storyline that dives into themes of power, struggle, and redemption. This issue, published by Marvel in April 1980, features an iconic cover that depicts the Silver Surfer facing off against a powerful adversary. With vibrant artwork and intense narratives, this comic is a must-have for fans and collectors alike.

About the cover

The cover of Fantasy Masterpieces #5 showcases a dramatic scene where the Silver Surfer is being confronted by a menacing opponent, with the tagline "And Who Shall Mourn For Him?". The detailed and vivid illustration is designed to draw readers into the gripping story within.

About the variant

This variant is the Direct Sales edition, indicated by the absence of a barcode on the cover, a feature distinguishing it from the Newsstand edition. Direct Sales comics were typically sold directly to comic book shops and collectors, often in better condition than their Newsstand counterparts.

Issue Details

• Title: Fantasy Masterpieces, #005, Starring The Silver Surfer
• Issue Number: 005
• Publisher: Marvel
• Release Date: April 1980
• Estimated Value: $8 - $15
• Cover Artist: John Byrne
• Condition: Ungraded, Bagged and boarded, Condition may vary and is likely higher than what we specify. We set all of our comic conditions to "good" to keep things simple.
• Notations: Features the Silver Surfer in a classic conflict.
• Genre: Superhero
• Variant: Direct Sales
• Language: English
• Age Level: All Ages
• Format: Single Issue
• Signed: No
• Writer: Stan Lee
• Universe: Marvel Universe
• Tradition: American