The Shaolin Cowboy: Who'll Stop the Reign?

In The Shaolin Cowboy: Who'll Stop the Reign? (2021–present, Dark Horse), Geof Darrow returns to his signature creation for a single, dense issue that pits the wandering warrior against a fresh wave of absurd, hyper-detailed chaos. Known for his impossibly intricate linework and love of over-the-top violence, Darrow writes and illustrates this standalone chapter, which continues the series' tradition of blending martial arts, spaghetti western tropes, and satirical social commentary. Though brief, the issue matters as a concentrated blast of Darrow’s singular vision—a masterclass in visual storytelling that rewards patient readers with layers of background gags and meticulously rendered carnage.