National Lampoon Magazine #74

Name: National Lampoon Magazine #74
Brand: Twenty First Century / Heavy Metal / National Lampoon

Sep 1984 · Twenty First Century / Heavy Metal / National Lampoon · 2.00 USD

“Blandie”

"Blandie" is a quietly absurd slice of suburban satire from 1984, written and illustrated by Steve Lindstrom in a deadpan style that finds humor in the mundane. The story centers on a man running a roadside vegetable stand marked "Full Service," standing just beside a bag of seeds and tools labeled "Self Service"—a setup that quietly hints at a deeper irony, without revealing its punchline. The cover, by Dave Willardson, captures the same dry, off-kilter tone, making this a standout in the eclectic mix of the National Lampoon Magazine #74.

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writer, artist, inker, letterer M. K. Brown · cover Dave Willardson

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writer, artist, inker, letterer M. K. Brown

cover pencils, inks Dave Willardson

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Aunt Mary tries to flee an alien invasion. Meanwhile the aliens try to come up with a disguise.

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