Vintage Mage: The Hero Discovered Vol 1 & 2 Set – Rare 1987 Starblaze 1st Print

Up for sale is a rare, vintage two-volume graphic novel set of Mage: The Hero Discovered (Volume One and Volume Two) [Image 3]. Written and illustrated by the legendary indie comic creator Matt Wagner (Grendel, Sandman Mystery Theatre), this set is an absolute milestone in independent comic history.Published in March 1987 under the prestigious Starblaze Graphics imprint by The Donning Company, both books are verified True First Printings featuring full 1-10 number lines [Image 1, 2].The story serves as a modern-day reimagining of the King Arthur mythos. It follows Kevin Matchstick, an ordinary, cynical guy who discovers he is the reincarnation of a legendary hero. Armed with an enchanted baseball bat that glows with mystical energy, Kevin is thrust into a hidden, magical war against ancient supernatural evils.These premium, oversized 1980s trade paperbacks are highly collectible and tough to find as a matching set in this beautiful condition. Format: Oversized Trade Paperbacks / Graphic Novels Creator (Story & Art): Matt Wagner Publisher: Starblaze Graphics / The Donning Company Printing: True 1st Printing Set (March 1987) Includes: Volume One & Volume Two (Complete "The Hero Discovered" arc)