Knights of the Dinner Table Illustrated ##4
Kenzer and Company • Knights of the Dinner Table Illustrated (Volume 1)
Writer
Jolly R. Blackburn
Interior Artist
Jolly R. Blackburn
Cover Artist
Jolly R. Blackburn
Publication Date
January 1999
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Follows the misadventures of a group of tabletop role-players (B.A., Bob, Dave, Brian, and Sara). This series 'illustrates' the actual in-game actions of their characters rather than just showing the players sitting around the table.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking creases along the spine and top left edge; significant waving/warping of the cover (likely moisture or storage pressure); corner blunting on the bottom right; price sticker residue or sticker on top right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.6+): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for individual early issues of KODT Illustrated typically fall in the $5 range for raw copies. High-grade slabbed copies are rare for this title as it is a niche gaming comic.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $30+) exceeds the current market value of the comic in this condition. It is a great reader copy or collectible for a fan of the series.
Notable Features
Early KenzerCo publication; features the iconic 'HackMaster' style roleplaying humor; niche crossover appeal between comic collectors and tabletop RPG gamers.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic. The paper stock used by Kenzer and Company in the late 90s was a standard non-glossy or semi-glossy bond, and the print registration on the logo and price box is consistent with official copies.