Shi: Rekishi ##1
Crusade Comics • Shi: Rekishi (Volume 1)
Writer
William Tucci & Michael Golden
Interior Artist
William Tucci & Christopher Jones
Cover Artist
William Tucci
Publication Date
December 1995
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Shi: Rekishi follows the story of Ana Ishikawa, a warrior monk. This issue explores the historical background and 'rekishi' (history) of the Shi character, featuring her signature naginata and traditional Japanese themes common in William Tucci's work.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks visible along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Slight surface scuffing/glare on the cover gloss and visible edge wear on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $45-$55 range depending on the slab type.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The market value for this issue is relatively low, and the costs of grading would likely exceed the final value of a 7.0-8.0 grade copy.
Notable Features
Premiere issue of this specific limited series. Features a gold foil logo accent. Part of the mid-90s 'Bad Girl' comic movement popularized by Crusade and Chaos! Comics. No UPC on front cover (Direct Market).
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1995 Crusade Comics production. The ink density on the dark background and the specific gold foil stamping on the logo are consistent with original print runs.