Animal Mystic ##1
Cry For Dawn Productions (CFD) • Animal Mystic
Writer
Dark One (Dan Frazier)
Interior Artist
Dark One (Dan Frazier)
Cover Artist
Dark One (Dan Frazier)
Publication Date
April 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Debut issue featuring Queen Juki'lin (Jukai), an Amazonian-style warrior woman in a sci-fi fantasy setting. She is accompanied by her white tiger, Kiko, as she navigates a dangerous alien world. The series is known for its detailed, airbrushed art style characteristic of the early 90s independent comic scene.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The cover shows excellent gloss and vibrant colors. There are very minor spine ticks visible along the left edge. Corners appear sharp with minimal blunting. No significant creasing or color breaks are apparent from the image.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.8): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $10 to $25 depending on condition. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $130-$150 range due to the cult following of the 'Bad Girl' era art.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8 or higher. For a 9.4 copy, the cost of grading may exceed the value added. A professional press could potentially elevate this to a higher grade.
Notable Features
First appearance of Jukai and the Animal Mystic mythos. Published by CFD, the same publisher as the notorious 'Cry For Dawn'. Marked 'Mature Readers' on the front cover spine edge.
Authentication Notes
Correct CFD logo in the bottom left corner and 'Dark One' signature in the bottom right corner. Paper stock for this era is typically high-gloss and should feel relatively modern.