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In "Gut Feeling," Steve Ricketts introduces Gary Growler, a young man whose life is shaped by his obsession with Friendlyman, the world’s most celebrated Unique. As Gary grapples with the mystery of how Uniques gain their powers—ranging from the extraordinary to the utterly strange—he begins to question whether being unique is about strength, or something far more personal. With all art and letters by Steve Ricketts and colors by Federico Sioc Jr., the cover by Ricketts captures the story’s raw, intimate energy.
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This is the story of Gary Growler. A young man who idolizes Friendlyman, the greatest Unique the world has ever known. Gary has long dreamed of being a "Unique", a term used because each wielder has powers that are very unique to them. Nobody completely understands how or even when Uniques acquire their abilities. These powers range from incredible to bizarre. With proper training they can be all be formidable. Or at least...entertaining.
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