Scratch

In the mid-1980s, Charles Treadwell wrote and drew this six-issue series for Outside Comics, a short-lived but ambitious independent publisher. Scratch follows a moody, noir-tinged narrative centered on a mysterious protagonist navigating a gritty, surreal urban landscape. Treadwell’s singular creative vision—both writing and illustrating every issue—gives the series a cohesive, personal feel that stands out in the era’s indie comic scene. Though brief, Scratch remains a cult curiosity for fans of creator-driven, offbeat storytelling from the pre-direct market boom.