Sam & Max, Freelance Police Special Edition

Steve Purcell's Sam & Max, Freelance Police Special Edition (1987–present) is a single-issue, self-contained comic from Fishwrap Productions, written and drawn entirely by Purcell. It offers a concentrated dose of the surreal, deadpan humor that defines the anthropomorphic dog-and-rabbit detective duo, showcasing their unique brand of freelance justice. This special edition stands as a pure, early artifact of Purcell's distinct creative vision, capturing the offbeat energy that would later make Sam & Max cult icons in games and animation.