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What You Need to Know Work Details Drop Details About the Series What You Need to Know Tomb of Dracula is a groundbreaking comic, marking Marvel’s first vampire character with his own series, as well as one of the company’s earliest forays into continuous storytelling. Dark, moody, and often considered one of the era’s best, Tomb of Dracula set the tone for Marvel’s future approach to horror. Tomb of Dracula #10 features the first appearance of Blade the Vampire Slayer - one of Marvel’s earliest Black comic book heroes - whose past (and ruthlessness) sets him apart from the book's other vampire hunters. Work Details Drop Details Title Offering Type Tomb of Dracula #10 Public YEAR CATEGORY 1975 Comics Publisher Sub CaTEGORY Marvel Bronze Age Age Risk Bronze High Grade / census Drop Size 9.8 / 45 Copies $12,000 / $25 per share page color MINIMUM INVESTMENT Off-White / White $25.00 Acquired From Private Collector About The Series In 1971, the Comics Code Authority relaxed some of its longstanding rules regarding horror comics, which included a virtual ban on vampires. Marvel had already tested the waters with a "quasi-vampire" character, Morbius, the Living Vampire, but the company was now prepared to launch a regular vampire title as part of its new line of horror books. After some discussion, it was decided to use the Dracula character, one of the most famous vampire to the general public. The Tomb of Dracula is an American horror comic book series published by Marvel Comics from April 1972 to August 1979. The 70-issue series featured a group of vampire hunters who fought Count Dracula and other supernatural menaces. The Tomb of Dracula #10 was edited by Roy Thomas, scripted by Marvin Wolfman, illustrated by Gil Kane, Gene Colan, Tom Palmer, and Jack Abel. Notable Marvel crossovers include features with Werewolf (Werewolf by Night #15), Spider-man (Giant-Size Spider-Man), and Dr. Strange (Doctor Strange #14). The Comic • Tomb of Dracula #10 is a cornerstone edition in a series helmed by the celebrated Stan Lee, Marvel’s most impactful creative force. In ToD #10, the notorious vampire villain, Count Dracula, is introduced to his most formidable rival yet: Blade the Vampire Slayer. • This comic is a 9.8 CGC graded Tomb of Dracula #10 (45 in the world). There is only one copy of a higher grade (9.9) in existence. The book is in Mint / Near Mint condition with White / Off-White pages. • Despite the high price tag that is accompanied by its scarcity, this book is sought-after by collectors and frequently traded. Why We’re Excited Risks Bronze Age Grail Supply Risk Tomb of Dracula #10 is consistently ranked a top comic of the Bronze age in comic book In the event that collectors decide to sell similar grades, or the market is flooded with blogs and is commonly acknowledged as a Bronze Age “grail”. Stan Lee’s recent passing supply, prices may fall. has relaunched the cultural relevance of Bronze Age comics back into pop culture. Potential Catalyst Loss of Cultural Relevance In Summer of 2019, Marvel announced that two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali would The value of comic books are determined by the significance of key characters. If Blade be starring in the reboot of Blade into the MCU, the first time since 1998. According to the Vampire Slayer were to lose cultural relevance, or if slated movies are cancelled, reports, Marvel Studios is planning to release the film in fall of 2022. there could be an adverse impact on prices. Cultural Relevance Market Risk The character Blade has been featured in a series of three films: Blade (1998), Blade II Current uncertainty in the market due to COVID-19 could drive greater price volatility. (2002), and Blade: Trinity (2004), as well as a short-lived television series titled Blade: The Series (2006). At a Glance Diligence Years 1975 CGC Rating 9.8 Color Off-White / White Theme First Appearance of Blade the Vampire Slayer % of Circulating Supply 1.8% Number of Copies 45 Investment Risk This investment is speculative and involves substantial risks to consider before investing, outlined in the Offering Circular and including, but not limited to, illiquidity, lack of diversification, and complete loss of capital. 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