Legion of Super-Heroes, #273, The Man Who Framed Brainiac 5? (DC, 1981) - Direct Sales

An exciting installment in the Legion of Super-Heroes series featuring a thrilling 25-page epic, "The Man Who Framed Brainiac 5?". This issue sees the new President of Earth taking drastic measures against Brainiac 5, accusing him of murder and banishing him from the Legion and the planet. With stunning artwork and an intriguing storyline, this comic is a must-have for any collector.

About the cover

The cover, illustrated by Buckler and Mitchell, portrays a gripping scene with Brainiac 5 being restrained by Interlac guards as the Legion members look on in shock and concern. The dramatic colors and detailed art bring an intense emotional weight to the story's pivotal moment.

About the variant

This is the Direct Sales edition of Legion of Super-Heroes #273. The Direct Sales editions were often shipped directly to comic shops and collectors, typically avoiding the wear and tear of newsstand handling.

Issue Details

• Title: Legion of Super-Heroes, #273
• Issue Number: 273
• Publisher: DC
• Release Date: March 1981
• Estimated Value: $5 - $25
• Cover Artist: Buckler and Mitchell
• 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.
• Genre: Superhero
• Variant: Direct Sales
• Language: English
• Age Level: All Ages
• Format: Single Issue
• Signed: No
• Writer: Not specified
• Universe: DC
• Tradition: Western
• Superhero Team: Legion of Super-Heroes