Masters of the Universe: The Origin of Skeletor
DC · 2012 · 1 issue
About the series
In 2012, DC Comics released this single-issue prestige-format special, written by Joshua Hale Fialkov with striking painted art by Frazer Irving. It delves into the dark, tragic backstory of Skeletor, reimagining the origins of He-Man's iconic arch-nemesis with a gothic, mythic weight. Though brief, the issue stands out for its atmospheric, mature take on the Masters of the Universe lore, offering a focused character study rather than a sprawling adventure.