Hero Illustrated – Issue #5 (November 1993)
Lot 1575 in KW Consignment shop. Sold by KW Consignment Inc. in Waterloo, ON.
- Price
- $7.00
- Condition
- Condition unknown
- Delivery
- Pickup only for this lot
- Pickup
- Waterloo, ON
- Filed under
- Media > Books
- Retail
- $7.00
Description
### Hero Illustrated – Issue #5 (November 1993)
Featuring Jim Lee Interview, Dave Sim Spotlight, and San Diego Comic-Con Wrap-Up
A definitive time capsule from the height of the 1990s comic boom, _Hero Illustrated_ was one of the leading industry magazines alongside _Wizard_. Issue #5 offers a fascinating window into the creative world of early Image Comics and Marvel’s evolution during the decade’s artistic revolution.
This November 1993 issue features an exclusive interview with Jim Lee, behind-the-scenes insights into the Fantastic Four: Less One storyline, and a spotlight on Dave Sim, creator of _Cerebus_. It also includes a wrap-up of that year’s San Diego Comic-Con, capturing the peak of the ’90s comic convention explosion.
The bold, action-packed cover embodies the exaggerated style and energy of the decade, making this issue both a collectible piece of comic journalism and a nostalgic artifact of the era.
This copy presents in Very Fine (VF) condition — glossy cover, tight spine, and mild surface handling consistent with light reading.
Details:
- Material: Paper comic magazine (bagged and boarded)
- Hardware: None
- Features: Jim Lee feature, Dave Sim spotlight, 1993 SDCC coverage
- Dimensions: Approx. 8.5” x 11”
- Weight: 1 lb
- Condition: Very Fine (VF); light corner wear, clean presentation
- HS Code: 4902.99.0000
- Country of Origin: United States
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