Knights of the Dinner Table Illustrated #No. 4
Kenzer and Company • Knights of the Dinner Table Illustrated
Writer
Jolly R. Blackburn
Interior Artist
Jolly R. Blackburn
Cover Artist
B.A. Felton / Jolly R. Blackburn
Publication Date
January 1999
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the 'Untold Stories' of the Knights (B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara) as they roleplay their characters in the HackMaster world. This issue typically includes short stories and gaming-themed humor strips.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks visible. Significant top right corner crease/fold. Gloss is broken by a price sticker residue area in the top right. Minor edge wear and blunting on the bottom corners. Bag and board reflection suggests surface waviness.
Estimated Market Value
$3 - $8 (Raw)
Recent Sales
Recent sales for early KODT Illustrated issues range from $2 to $10 depending on condition. Higher-grade copies (NM 9.4+) occasionally reach $20.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $30+) significantly exceeds the market value of the book. The estimated grade is low (mid-grade) due to the visible corner crease and sticker residue.
Notable Features
Indie gaming comic based on the long-running Dragon Magazine strip. Features the original $2.95 cover price. Notable for the crossover appeal between comic collectors and tabletop RPG fans.
Authentication Notes
Standard independent publisher print quality for the late 90s. Semi-gloss cover stock. No known counterfeits exist for this specific issue as it is not a high-value key.