Owlhoots #1
Owlhoots #1 (1991) introduces Tom McAlester, a former sheriff and Cavalry soldier, as he reflects on his past while visiting his friend Ben Horton in Washington D.C. Written by James Vance and illustrated by John Garcia—whose distinctive art defines the issue’s moody, grounded tone—the story sets the stage for a deeply personal project that gains new life after Ben’s passing. The cover by John Garcia captures the weight of memory and loss, perfectly framing the issue’s quiet but resonant emotional core.
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Tom McAlester reflects on his life as a sheriff and Cavalry soldier while visiting Ben Horton in Washington D.C.. After Ben's death, Tom gets backing on the movie project of his life.
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