KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #No. 1
Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG) • Knights of the Dinner Table Vol. 1
Writer
Jolly R. Blackburn
Interior Artist
Jolly R. Blackburn
Cover Artist
Jolly R. Blackburn
Publication Date
1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the adventures of a group of tabletop role players (B.A., Brian, Bob, and Dave) as they play 'HackMaster'. The series originated as a strip in Shadis magazine and became a staple of gaming culture.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker on front cover (Madman Picture Exhibition $6.00). Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor spine stress. The book is bagged and boarded, which obscures finer details, but the cover retains good color and registration.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $300 - $500; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $750 - $1,200+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $350 and $450. High-grade CGC 9.6-9.8 copies have reached over $1,500 due to scarcity and a dedicated cult following.
Grading Recommendation
Highly recommended for grading if the price sticker can be safely removed by a professional pressing and cleaning service without leaving residue or color pull. This is a significant independent key; a Grade of 9.0+ would significantly increase market value.
Notable Features
First solo series issue. Independent cult hit. Rare first printing with $2.95 USA cover price. Notable for the 'Not Ready For Syndication' tagline.
Authentication Notes
The $2.95 price point and AEG/Shadis indicia are consistent with the first printing. Later printings (Kenzer & Co) have different logos and price points.