Description
Experience the eerie brilliance of Alan Moore’s legendary run with Swamp Thing #61 (1987), a chilling tale that pushes the boundaries of horror and heroics in the DC Universe. This issue delivers unforgettable storytelling with haunting artwork by Rick Veitch and Alcala, capturing the unsettling atmosphere that made this series a cult classic.
The cover alone is iconic—featuring Swamp Thing in a surreal, nightmarish vision, and even tying into the wider DC mythos with a Green Lantern appearance. A standout issue in the celebrated “Suggested for Mature Readers” era, this comic perfectly blends gothic horror with superhero drama.
Why collectors want this issue
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Part of Alan Moore’s acclaimed Swamp Thing run.
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Features crossover connections to the Green Lantern mythos.
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Rich in horror, surrealism, and mature storytelling—hallmarks of Moore’s style.
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A must-own issue for fans of 1980s DC horror and Vertigo precursors.
Details
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Series: Swamp Thing (Vol. 2)
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Issue: #61 (June 1987)
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Publisher: DC Comics
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Writer: Alan Moore
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Artists: Rick Veitch & Alfredo Alcala
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Format: New Format | Suggested for Mature Readers
Perfect for
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Fans of Alan Moore’s groundbreaking writing.
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Collectors of Swamp Thing and 1980s DC horror comics.
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Readers who appreciate dark, atmospheric, and genre-defying stories.
Add this Alan Moore Swamp Thing classic to your collection and own a piece of DC Comics history!
