Up for sale is a VF/NM (Very Fine to Near Mint) lot of Action Comics issues #891, 893, 895, 897, 899, and 904, published by DC Comics between 2010 and 2011. This run is part of the acclaimed “Black Ring” storyline, featuring Lex Luthor as the main character in a rare Superman-less arc that spans multiple issues and crosses into cosmic, psychological, and philosophical themes.
Written by Paul Cornell with art by Pete Woods, these issues follow Luthor’s obsessive quest for the power of the Black Lanterns in the wake of Blackest Night. The story culminates in Action Comics #904, the final issue before the New 52 reboot.
Lot Details:
Title: Action Comics
Publisher: DC Comics
Publication Years: 2010–2011
Issues Included: #891, 893, 895, 897, 899, 904
Condition: VF/NM – Bright covers, tight spines, sharp corners, and clean interiors. All bagged and boarded.
Writer: Paul Cornell
Artist: Pete Woods
Main Character: Lex Luthor (no Superman in these issues)
Genre: Supervillain Drama, Sci-Fi, DC Cosmic
Why Collect These Issues?
Central arc featuring Lex Luthor as the lead, rare for the Action Comics title
Direct fallout from Blackest Night and ties into the Lantern Corps mythos
Leads up to the final pre-New 52 issue (#904)
VF/NM condition — collectible grade for display or continuity readers
A standout example of DC experimenting with character focus and tone in a flagship title
Verified Fair Market Value (VFM) confirmed using the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide, ensuring trusted and accurate grading and pricing for collectors.
