Strip Search

A one-shot from Dark Horse, Strip Search (2004) is a clever, self-contained comic that satirizes the comic book industry itself. Written and drawn by a rotating cast of top talent, the story follows a group of creators pitching a new superhero to a cynical publisher, leading to a sharp and humorous look at corporate interference and creative compromise. It's a notable artifact of the mid-2000s indie scene, offering a wry, insider's critique that remains relevant to anyone who loves—or loves to mock—the business of capes and cowls.