Armadillo Comics

Jim Franklin’s singular creation for Rip Off Press, Armadillo Comics (1971–present), is a cult-classic one-shot that distills the irreverent, underground comix spirit of its era into a single, potent issue. Anchored entirely by Franklin’s distinctive writing and art, the comic channels the surreal, countercultural energy of 1970s Austin, Texas, with the armadillo as its unlikely totem. Though brief in its run, it remains a landmark of the underground scene, showcasing Franklin’s role as a key figure in the movement’s blend of humor, psychedelia, and regional identity.