Grimsword
Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Evil Knight
About This Vintage Toy
In the world of Advanced Dungeons & Dragons, Grimsword, the Dragons Evil Knight, is a fierce fighter and mighty warrior. With aspirations to rule the D&D realm, he first must defeat all his enemies in combat. Grimsword has many companions of evil-fighting by his side; however, he cannot be trusted as he will commonly betray or fight anyone to gain power. This Advanced Dungeons & Dragons action figure was introduced to retail in 1985 with the second wave of the LJN toy line. The action figure included a Battle mace, shield, and sword that could be sheathed from a hook hanging from his belt. Like all three-quarter-inch scaled action figures made available in wave 2, Grimsword was also available with a “Battle-Matic” action function.
Many LJN Advanced Dungeons & Dragons action figures featured a three and three-quarter-inch format similar to other competitors’ popular toy lines of the 80s. However, a small number of produced action figures in this toyline were disproportionate in standard consistent action figure size to represent the accuracy of the DND role-playing game. The LJN Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Grimsword action figure offered 5 points of articulation with the hips, shoulders, and neck. The Grimsword action figure featured a three and three-quarter-inch size format.
Included Accessories
Original Packaging
The 1983 Advanced Dungeons and Dragons TV Commercial
Collector’s Price Guide
| Image | Product Name | Alliance | Type | Series | Year | MLC | MIB / MWC | MISB / MOC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Strongheart-THUMB.jpg | Strongheart | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $45 | $60 | $110 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-strongheart-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Warduke-THUMB.jpg | Warduke | Evil | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $65 | $85 | $285 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-warduke-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Melf-Peralay-THUMB.jpg | Melf/Peralay | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $65 | $80 | $210 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-melf-peralay-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Mercion-THUMB.jpg | Mercion | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $90 | $120 | $215 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-mercion-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Zarak-THUMB.jpg | Zarak | Evil | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $35 | $45 | $140 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-zarak-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Elkhorn-THUMB.jpg | Elkhorn | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $40 | $55 | $120 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-elkhorn-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Ringlerun-THUMB.jpg | Ringlerun | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $40 | $50 | $155 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-ringlerun-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Kelek-THUMB.jpg | Kelek | Evil | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $25 | $35 | $120 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-kelek-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Young-Male-Titan-THUMB.jpg | Young Male Titan | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $65 | $80 | $215 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-young-male-titan-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Ogre-King-THUMB.jpg | Ogre King | Evil | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $85 | $100 | $295 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-ogre-king-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Northlord-THUMB.jpg | Northlord | Hero | Action Figure | 1 | 1983 | $65 | $80 | $195 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-northlord-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Destrier-THUMB.jpg | Destrier | Hero | Action Mount | 1 | 1983 | $90 | $160 | $350 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-destrier-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Nightmare-THUMB.jpg | Nightmare | Evil | Action Mount | 1 | 1983 | $90 | $160 | $325 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-nightmare-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Bronze-Dragon-THUMB.jpg | Bronze Dragon | Hero | Action Mount | 1 | 1983 | $100 | $125 | $300 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-bronze-dragon-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983/ |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Dragonne-THUMB.jpg | Dragonne | Hero | Action Monster | 1 | 1983 | $75 | $125 | $220 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-dragonne-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Hook-Horror-THUMB.jpg | Hook Horror | Evil | Action Monster | 1 | 1983 | $40 | $75 | $190 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-hook-horror-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Fortress-of-Fangs-THUMB.jpg | Fortress of Fangs | Evil | Playset | 1 | 1983 | $500 | $650 | $900 | https://retrotoyquest.com/playset-fortress-of-fangs-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1983 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Tiamat-Dragon-THUMBb.jpg | Tiamat Dragon | Evil | Action Monster | 2 | 1984 | $750 | $1,400 | $5,000 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-tiamat-dragon-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Grimsword-THIMBa.jpg | Grimsword | Evil | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $55 | $160 | $450 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-monster-grimsword-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Drex-THUMB.jpg | Drex | Evil | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $75 | $110 | $200 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-drex-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Zorgar-THUMB.jpg | Zorgar | Evil | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $90 | $140 | $325 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-zorgar-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Deeth-THUMB.jpg | Deeth | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $65 | $115 | $250 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-deeth-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Bowmarc-THUMB.jpg | Bowmarc | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $50 | $80 | $280 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-bowmarc-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Hawkler-THUMBa.jpg | Hawkler | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $90 | $160 | $350 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-hawkler-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Mandoom-THUMB.jpg | Mandoom Shield Shooter | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $130 | $160 | $350 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-mandoom-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Mettaflame-THUMB.jpg | Mettaflame Shield Shooter | Evil | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $90 | $120 | $275 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-figure-mettaflame-advanced-dungeons-and-dragons-ljn-1984 |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Missing-Item-THUMB.jpg | Young Male Titan Shield Shooter | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $280 | $310 | $445 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-vehicle-thunderhawk-matt-trakker-kenner-1985-mask/ |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Missing-Item-THUMB.jpg | Ogre King Shield Shooter | Evil | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $280 | $310 | $445 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-vehicle-thunderhawk-matt-trakker-kenner-1985-mask/ |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Missing-Item-THUMB.jpg | Northlord Shield Shooter | Hero | Action Figure | 2 | 1984 | $280 | $310 | $445 | https://retrotoyquest.com/action-vehicle-thunderhawk-matt-trakker-kenner-1985-mask/ |
| https://retrotoyquest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Missing-Item-THUMB.jpg | The Whole Collection | NA | SERIES 1&2 TOTAL | 1 | 1983 | $3,750 | $5,460 | $13,160 |
How To Use This Price Guide
MLC = “Mint Loose Condition” This is when the action figure or Vehicle is in excellent condition, and is loose and “complete” with all original accessories, but without the packaging and original included paperwork.
MIB = “Mint in box” This is when the collectible is in excellent condition, and is loose and “complete” with all original accessories and original included paperwork.
MWC = “Mint with Card Back” This is when an action figure os is excellent condition, and is loose and “complete” with all original accessories, however included the original card back fully intact. If the original blister bubble is intact, It can bring additional value depending on the condition of the blister bubble.
MISB = “Mint in Sealed Box” This is when the Collectible is in excellent condition, and is factory sealed and was never opened or used.
MOC = “Mint on card” This Is when the action figure is in excellent condition and is factory sealed and it’s original blister bubble and was never opened or used.
COMPLETE = “Complete” This is when the collectible is 100% complete with all of its accessories. Additional paperwork included with the original package does increase the overall value but does not necessarily consider the item complete
DISCLAIMER: All values are estimated by Retro Toy Quest and subject to change and discrepancy, depending on the advanced nature of any collector.
