The Deathsnake #1
In "The Deathsnake - Part One," John Blackburn delivers a gritty, atmospheric tale set in a harsh swamp prison, where the line between danger and desire blurs. Coley, a man marked by a mysterious power, finds himself caught between the dangerous flirtation of Delila and the deadly threat of Ed, all while forging an unexpected bond with fellow inmate Valdosta. With Blackburn handling every aspect of the art and lettering, the issue pulses with tension and raw emotion, all rendered in a stark, evocative style.
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Working in the swamp as part of the chain gang, Coley is approached by Delila, who has the hots for him. Ed tries to kill Coley by throwing a deadly snake at him, but Coley just warns him not to try it ever again. Back in his cell, Coley shows Valdosta & Ashley his power, and he & Valdosta become lovers.
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