Lady Death "The Odyssey": Sneak Peek Preview #1 ##1
Chaos! Comics • Lady Death: The Odyssey
Writer
Brian Pulido
Interior Artist
Steven Hughes
Cover Artist
Steven Hughes
Publication Date
1995
Cover Variant
Regular Preview Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A promotional 'Sneak Peek' preview released by Chaos! Comics to generate interest for the upcoming 'The Odyssey' limited series. It features concept art, character sketches, and early narrative beats for Hope (Lady Death) as she navigates demonic realms.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting at the top and bottom left corners. Slight surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the artwork. The sleeve obscures some detail, but the spine shows clear wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $8 and $12 on platforms like eBay. Graded copies of this specific preview are uncommon as it is not a primary key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The current estimated grade of 7.5-8.0 would not cover the costs of grading fees and shipping. The comic would likely require a press to reach a higher tier, but even then, the market demand for this preview variant is limited.
Notable Features
Features artwork by the late Steven Hughes, the definitive Lady Death artist of the 90s. This is a promotional preview book rather than a full narrative issue. Notable for the lack of a UPC barcode on the front cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Chaos! Comics production. Glossy cover stock and internal paper quality are consistent with mid-90s independent publishing. Signature of Steven Hughes is part of the printed cover art and not a manual creator autograph.