Bill Ward's Torchy Summer Fun Special #1
In "The Mermaid Gig," Ed puts his theory to the test when he crafts a mermaid tail for Torchy, setting off a playful chain of events. When a fisherman hauls in what he thinks is a real mermaid, the situation spirals into a lighthearted mystery—perfectly captured in Bill Ward’s dynamic art and Gill Fox’s clever script. The cover, a striking piece by Olivia De Berardinis, adds a touch of glamour to the seaside adventure.
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Ed has a theory that a mermaid can swim faster than any human. To prove it, he makes a mermaid tail for Torchy. When a fishing line catches on her suit, the fisherman thinks he's caught a real mermaid.
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