Tomb of Dracula #10 – 1st Appearance of Blade – Estimated VG+

Tomb of Dracula #10 – 1st Appearance of Blade – Estimated VG+

A major Bronze Age Marvel horror key, Tomb of Dracula #10 features the first appearance of Blade, the legendary vampire hunter who would go on to become one of Marvel’s most important horror characters.

This is a raw, ungraded copy with an estimated condition of VG+. The book presents as a complete, highly collectible Bronze Age key with major character significance and strong long-term demand from Marvel, horror and Blade collectors.

Key Details

• Series: Tomb of Dracula
• Issue: #10
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Published: July 1973
• Format: Raw, ungraded comic
• Estimated Condition: VG+
• Key Feature: First appearance of Blade
• Story: His Name Is... Blade!
• Era: Bronze Age

Why It Matters

Tomb of Dracula #10 is one of the defining Marvel horror keys of the Bronze Age, introducing Blade, the vampire hunter who became a cornerstone character across comics, film, animation and wider pop culture.

Blade’s debut is especially important because the character helped push Marvel’s horror line into lasting mainstream relevance. His later film success also played a major role in bringing Marvel characters to wider cinema audiences before the modern superhero boom.

With its first appearance status, classic Marvel horror appeal and ongoing Blade collector demand, this issue remains a highly desirable book for serious Bronze Age Marvel collections.

Creators

• Writer: Marv Wolfman
• Penciller: Gene Colan
• Inker: Jack Abel
• Cover Artist: Gil Kane
• Editor: Roy Thomas

Collector Notes

Estimated Condition: VG+. This is a raw, ungraded comic and the condition stated is our honest visual estimate based on handling and inspection. Comic grading is subjective and may vary between collectors, dealers and grading companies.

Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description. The item shown is the exact comic you will receive. Any visible age-related wear should be considered when buying raw Bronze Age books.

Shipping

Higher-value raw keys are packed with extra care. This comic will be bagged, boarded and securely protected in a sturdy mailer or box depending on destination. UK orders are sent with tracked delivery where appropriate, with careful handling from Redsters Comics.