Knights of the Dinner Table (1994) 1

Not Ready for Syndication. Story, art and cover by Jolly R. Blackburn. A solid example of how clever writing can compensate for simplified art in comics. The lives and real-world concerns of a group of gamers are revealed by their wacky interplay around the fantasy gaming table. Started in 1990 as a filler strip for Shadis, a small press magazine, KODT quickly gained a devoted following and a long-running franchise. This issue includes the infamous Lair of the Gazebo, perhaps the defining KODT strip. Early issues published by Alderac Entertainment Group. Lair of the Gazebo; Question of Honor; By the Book; Attack of the Rules Lawyer; Let the Dice Fall Where They May; The Farmer Wars; The Wonderful GaryCon Adventure; Diminishing Returns; Plea for Help. 32 pages, B&W. First printing. 3,000 print run. NOTE: Any second printing will be so marked by the publisher. Cover price $2.95.