Lobo first appeared in Omega Men #3, published by DC in 1983. That places it in the Copper Age.
Why this issue matters
A biker-styled intergalactic bounty hunter, Lobo began as a one-note villain before becoming a cult favourite antihero known for his over the top, self-aware violence.
Key facts
Omega Men #3
- Character: Lobo
- Publisher: DC
- Cover year: 1983
- Era: Copper Age
Before you buy or sell one
- Check it is a first print, not a facsimile or reprint. Newsstand and direct editions are priced differently too.
- Condition decides most of the value. Whether grading is worth it depends on the copy.
Other first appearances from 1983
- Hobgoblin Amazing Spider-Man #238, 1983
- Killer Croc Batman #357, 1983
- Jason Todd (Robin II) Batman #357, 1983
- Beta Ray Bill Thor #337, 1983
More DC firsts from the Copper Age
- Booster Gold Booster Gold #1, 1986
- Tim Drake (Robin III) Batman #436, 1989
- Harley Quinn Batman Adventures #12, 1993
- Bane Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1, 1992
- Azrael Batman: Sword of Azrael #1, 1992
- Jason Todd Robin Death Batman #428, 1988
- Azrael as Batman Batman #500, 1993
- Rorschach Watchmen #1, 1986
Got a copy?
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