Mechanics #2

Nov 1985 · Fantagraphics · 2.00 USD; 2.70 CAD

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In "Mechanics Parts 4 and 5," Jaime Hernandez continues to weave a tense, character-driven narrative with sharp emotional precision. As Penny, now in disguise after dyeing her hair, navigates shifting loyalties and hidden truths—especially after learning Bomber has a wife—she’s pulled back into Costigan’s orbit, only to flee again when his ex-wife arrives uninvited. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, grounded in personal stakes and the weight of past choices, all rendered with Hernandez’s signature blend of expressive detail and restrained storytelling. The cover, also by Hernandez, captures a moment of quiet tension that echoes the issue’s mood.

Contains 4 stories

Mechanics Parts 4 and 5

13 pp · Drama, Science Fiction

In "Mechanics Parts 4 and 5," Maggie and Rand Race are dispatched to a dangerous jungle planet where ancient dinosaurs roam and a ruthless dictator holds power, all while they attempt to repair a stranded ship in a place where survival is never guaranteed. The tension mounts as they navigate both the treacherous terrain and the oppressive regime, testing their skills and resolve in a world where every choice could be their last.

Meanwhile... Back at the Ranch

1 pp · Drama, Humor

On the Road Ag'in, part two

8 pp

Bomber BonesBig 'TuroEva BanchiniGreta

In "On the Road Ag'in, part two," Penny and Bomber are on the move again, evading Costigan’s reach—until Penny dyes her hair to stay hidden. When she learns Bomber is married, she makes a sudden, desperate choice to return to Costigan, only to be thrown off balance when his ex-wife arrives, forcing her to flee once more.

Out O' Space

6 pp · Science Fiction

Monster [King Patrick]