Collection: Beowulf – DC Comics – (1975–1976) – Volume 1 – Limited Series - #1–6

📘 Series Summary

Launched during DC's experimental mid-70s period, Beowulf: Dragon Slayer is a wild, genre-bending reimagining of the classic Old English epic. Written by Michael Uslan (who would later become a producer of the modern Batman films) and featuring kinetic artwork by Ricardo Villamonte, this series takes the legendary Geatish hero far beyond the mead halls of Hrothgar. While the first issue establishes the "Curse of Castle Hrothgar" and the battle with Grendel, the series quickly evolves into a bizarre cosmic odyssey.

In this iteration, Beowulf is a "Dragon Slayer" whose quest for vengeance leads him into encounters with everything from the Minotaur and Dracula to the "Lost Tribe of Israel." Most famously, the series leans into the "Ancient Astronaut" theories of the era, featuring the "Chariots of the Stars" arc where Beowulf confronts high-tech extraterrestrials. It remains a beloved cult classic for its fearless blending of mythology, sword-and-sorcery, and 1970s science fiction tropes.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

• A unique 1970s Bronze Age curiosity that blends classic literature with psychedelic sci-fi and horror.
• Early writing work by Michael Uslan, the legendary executive producer of the Batman film franchise.
• Features dynamic, high-energy artwork and covers by Ricardo Villamonte and Dick Giordano.
• Notable for its wildly creative and unexpected crossovers, including a battle against Dracula in issue #4.
• Explores the 1970s obsession with Ancient Aliens through the lens of Viking mythology.
• A complete 6-issue limited series that captures the adventurous spirit of DC’s 1975 "New Direction."

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