Shi Kaidan ##1
Crusade Comics • Shi: Kaidan
Writer
William Tucci (Creator/Lead)
Interior Artist
William Tucci
Cover Artist
William Tucci
Publication Date
October 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A ghost story themed issue featuring the protagonist Ana Ishikawa (Shi). As a 'Kaidan' (traditional Japanese ghost story), it explores the supernatural elements of the character's mythology during the Halloween season.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible light spine stress/ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting on the top right corner. Surface remains glossy with vibrant colors, but slight corner wear is evident.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade raw copies typically range from $3 to $8. Graded copies of this specific title appear infrequently and maintain a niche market value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book for this specific issue unless it were safely a 9.8 and of sentimental value.
Notable Features
Features high-quality cardstock cover typical of Crusade Comics in the mid-90s. This is a themed 'Shi: Ghost Stories' special. No UPC on the front cover (standard for Direct Market editions of this publisher).
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1996 original. The 'Shi Ghost Stories!' logo and 'Shi Kaidan #1' text alignment match original printings. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting observed.