King Randor
King Randor is the ruler of Eternia and father of Prince Adam, who secretly transforms into the heroic He-Man. A just and noble monarch, Randor defends his kingdom against the forces of Skeletor alongside champions like Teela and Man-at-Arms.
Royalty has its place in comics history, and King Randor has held his with quiet authority since his Bronze Age debut in 1982. Created by Paul Kupperberg and Curt Swan, this regal figure has endured across nearly four decades of publication — a remarkable run for any character. His catalog appearances place him in vivid company alongside He-Man, Skeletor, Teela, Prince Adam, and Man-at-Arms, and his strongest presence is felt across titles like The Powers of Grayskull and All-Star Squadron. With 39 appearances including at least one collector-recognized key issue, King Randor is a Bronze Age figure worth tracking down for anyone who loves the era's rich, adventurous spirit.
Trivia
- Mattel's inaugural King Randor figure bypassed standard retail shelves entirely, making his debut exclusively through a buy-three, get-one-free mail-away promotion — a detail every serious collector should have locked in their memory.en.wikipedia.org
Top series
Covers through the years — 1982–1987
★ 1982 
1987