¡Suélteme! #2

In "Bochinche en el Cotolengo," a sardonic narrator traces how societal frustration is endlessly channeled into new radical movements—until it settles on a secret society obsessed with safeguarding Gothic art. The story’s sharp satire plays with the absurdity of idealism, turning preservation into a revolutionary act.

El Mugre’s urgent quest for a restroom takes a wild, satirical turn as he navigates a series of increasingly absurd and awkward encounters—starting with a McDonald’s employee, a man in a Mr. Spock T-shirt, and a reluctant waiter, all while dodging social norms and his own escalating desperation. With every failed attempt and cleverly twisted excuse, he pushes the limits of politeness, only to face the ultimate refusal: no restroom in the restaurant.

In "Just Married," a newlywed couple shares a delightfully over-the-top moment of affection on their way home, their romance bubbling with exaggerated charm—until a grotesque intruder crashes the scene, snatching the bride right before the groom’s eyes. Left tied up and flustered, he scrambles to the bedroom, only to find a mocking note that leaves him (and readers) utterly bewildered.

In this irreverent four-page satire, a triangular deity—sent to Earth by his celestial parents—navigates absurd earthly chaos with all the grace of a cosmic prank. Written with sharp wit and surreal flair, the story turns divine authority into a farcical, off-kilter adventure.

A gentleman’s guide to proper conduct takes a delightfully absurd turn in this three-page humor piece, where etiquette rules are illustrated with increasingly awkward and surreal scenarios. With deadpan precision, the story presents itself as a formal lesson in manners—complete with exaggerated social cues and unexpected twists—making every rule feel both hilariously strict and utterly ridiculous.

In "La plaga humana," a condemned man is snatched from execution and thrust into a cold, clinical lab, where a desperate scientist sees him as the key to erasing disease and pain from humanity—no matter the cost. Fabio Zurita crafts a chilling, off-kilter tale of obsession and consequence, where the line between cure and contagion blurs in the most unsettling ways.

Ecologic Baby takes the stage for a benefit concert, but when she discovers a black dolphin is being shunned by the others, she turns the performance into a passionate plea for acceptance. With the help of the duendecillos de la alegría and the unexpected intervention of the Policía del Amor, she challenges the crowd’s prejudices—one song at a time.

Agapito’s first day back at school kicks off with a simple errand—fetching a political world map—but soon spirals into a chaotic mix of bathroom pranks, a near-escape attempt, and the ever-watchful eyes of the school director, teacher, and porter. With the absurdity of classroom rituals and the looming presence of the cannibal Galimberti, the story skewers school authority through grotesque, satirical humor.

Señor Figueroa and Señor Zubergüller tour an abstract art museum, where Figueroa erupts in outrage at the modern pieces, calling them obscene and morally corrupt—his fiery condemnation turning the gallery into a stage for satire on censorship and the clash between tradition and avant-garde expression.