Warlord #28

Warlord #28 was published in December 1979 by DC Comics as part of the ongoing fantasy series created by writer and artist Mike Grell. The series emerged from the sword-and-sorcery boom of the mid-1970s, drawing heavy inspiration from pulp literature like Edgar Rice Burroughs' Pellucidar novels. Set in the hollow Earth world of Skartaris, the title followed the adventures of Travis Morgan, a modern-day pilot transported to a prehistoric realm of magic and monsters.

Mike Grell’s artistic approach prioritized dynamic, character-driven storytelling, moving away from the more static hero tropes of the era to emphasize the rugged, survivalist nature of his protagonist. By the time of the twenty-eighth issue, the series had established a dedicated readership that appreciated its blend of traditional high fantasy and gritty adventure elements. The work is widely regarded as a signature project of Grell’s career, serving as a foundational pillar for DC's fantasy imprint throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s.