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☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis collected edition gathers the complete run of the 1987 Comico series Rio, a Western-themed comic that follows the adventures of its titular gunslinger in a gritty, stylized Old West setting. Written and illustrated by Doug Wildey, the series is known for its detailed artwork and mature storytelling, blending classic cowboy tropes with a more nuanced, character-driven narrative. The volume collects all seven issues of the original series, offering a complete reading experience for fans of Western comics and Wildey's distinctive style.
In "Part 1: The Hide Butchers," Rio finds himself caught between a deadly railroad scheme and a growing conflict with the local tribes, all while trying to clear his name after being framed for a murder he didn’t commit. Written and illustrated entirely by Doug Wildey, this 1987 Comico issue blends frontier tension with personal stakes, set against the harsh backdrop of the American West. The cover by Doug Wildey captures the grit and urgency of Rio’s relentless pursuit.
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Rio is offered a chance for a pardon if he can keep railroad passengers from shooting buffalo from the trains, which is causing problems with the Indians. The railroad owner refuses and sets up an ambush for Rio in Endsville, at the end of the track. Rio escapes the ambush, but is framed for another murder and must track down the real killer.
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