Shi ##1
Crusade Fine Arts • Shi: Way of the Warrior
Writer
Billy Tucci
Interior Artist
Billy Tucci
Cover Artist
Billy Tucci
Publication Date
May 1994
Cover Variant
Regular / Premiere Issue
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Introduces Shi (Yuki Ishikawa), a half-Japanese, half-American NYPD officer and modern-day Sohei warrior battling the Yakuza and corporate corruption while seeking vengeance for her father's murder.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded. There is a price sticker affixed to the upper right portion of the outer plastic bag or cover. Corners appear relatively sharp with minimal blunting. Spine shows light handling wear but no major color-breaking ticks visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $5.00 and $15.00. Graded value (CGC 9.0-9.2) estimated around $30.00 to $50.00.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Shi #1 typically range from $5 to $15 depending on local shop pricing and condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) due to the low return on investment relative to grading costs for this specific modern indie book, unless part of a complete high-grade run.
Notable Features
Premiere issue of the hit 1990s bad girl / independent comic phenomenon. Features the iconic creation by Billy Tucci and the Crusade Fine Arts logo.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern indie publication qualities present, including crisp gloss cover stock, standard square binding staples, and original Crusade publisher markings.