Conan the Barbarian, #231, Vengeance, Thy Name Is (Marvel Comics, 1990) - Direct Sales

This is an iconic issue of Conan the Barbarian featuring the story "Vengeance, Thy Name Is." Published by Marvel Comics in April 1990, this issue captures Conan in a thrilling battle scene, rendered with dynamic and detailed artwork typical of the series. The comic is a must-have for fans of the Barbarian and an excellent addition to any collection.

About the cover

The cover, illustrated by the legendary Frank Springer, showcases Conan in an intense clash with multiple adversaries, illustrating the ferocity and unyielding spirit of the character. The background and characters are vividly detailed, plunging readers into the high-stakes world of Conan the Barbarian.

About the variant

This is the Direct Sales edition of Conan the Barbarian #231, distinguishable by the barcode located in the lower left corner. Direct Sales editions were primarily sold in comic shops, making them a preferred variant for collectors due to their lower circulation compared to newsstand variants.

Issue Details

• Title: Conan the Barbarian, #231
• Issue Number: 231
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Release Date: April 1990
• Estimated Value: $2.99 - $15.00
• Cover Artist: Frank Springer
• 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: Last issue written by Larry Hama before a new direction under a different writer.
• Genre: Fantasy
• Variant: Direct Sales
• Language: English
• Age Level: Teens and up
• Format: Single Issue
• Signed: No
• Writer: Larry Hama
• Universe: Conan Universe