#ipc comics

[kekwcomics]

MONSTER FUN Annual (IPC, 1976)

From my own collection.

Art: Robert Nixon.

[weirdlookindog]

A Ghastly Tale! ~ Green Fingers!

Scream! #3, April 1984

[averycutesalamander]

do you think boothill is a smell guy/likes his partner to wear perfumes? idk i put on a perfume today while thinking about him and i was like waow… what if boothill liked this… (sighs dreamily)

ohhhhhh my god i didnt think about this before but he ABSOLUTELY is... like i think he very blatantly enjoys your natural scent (it's so unmistakably and uniquely you) but i could totally see him enjoying perfumes and colognes too. especially the more natural-smelling ones. big fan of flowery or woodsy scents. i see him really liking something with elements of vanilla or coffee.. reminds him of home - doubly so because you're also home to him now.

honestly i don't think he's all that picky, especially if you use a particular selection of them often, so that he naturally associates you with a particular scent. a tiny spray of that on his scarf and it'll make him go apeshit the whole time he's gone 😭😭 especially if it's just small enough that he's only able to catch a little bit of it before it's gone. he instinctually perks up like a dog like 🥺 darling?? and then his brain catches up and he's sooo bummed. i definitely think he'd be happy to let you borrow things so your smell clings to them.... and he may or may not steal a little from your laundry before he leaves for longer missions, like hoodies and shirts and stuff. it's definitely a comfort thing when he's away from you. honestly he's kind of dramatic about it. he leaves to pick up something for you and he's only gone for 15 minutes and he's huffing that scarf like a drowning man to air 😭 he's soooooo needy but you'd never know unless you caught him doing it. there's a million little ways that he comforts himself when he's away from you, and they all stack up to make the distance tolerable.

anyway in conclusion i think he just loves you and that kind of naturally extends to the way you smell, whether or not you use perfume or cologne or what-have-you.

[com-i-cal]

I love LOVE LOVE AEQUITAS SO MUCH!!

Honestly, she gives me a vibe of a little rebellious and more emotionally intelligent than Ratio.

Since Veritas (truth) is simply blunt because he wants to cure ignorance but cannot articulate it properly, Aequitas (justice) is inclined to fight about unfairness and rationality. She's more vocal and quick to find faults as her brother is quick to find facts instead. (Can't wait for her to know about IPC and their bs and learned that brother works for them) (Oop family angst)

And I feel like her and Ratio don't talk much, but she idolized him from the back.

anon are you living in my brain or something

to add, i feel as Aequitas eventually grows out of her “i have to be as good as Ratio” mindset and stops overworking herself, she becomes a lot more aware about everything that’s been happening around her and even outside her homeworld; might snap a chord even.

she’d have a new motivation to pursue knowledge and would speak out more on the unjust

and!! the two of them were def not the closest as first, one reason being their large age gap and two being Ratio being too busy with his work and studies to actually spend time with Aequitas (any early interactions they had were sparse and awkward) but they eventually grow closer

and Aequitas does look up to Ratio, but i doubt she’d admit it

but yeah everything you said was basically on point!!

[ginge1962]

Eagle Annual 1983 - Published Aug/Sept 1982 by IPC Magazines, cover by Ian Kennedy.

[hasbr0mniverse]

The MASK Legacy - IPC UK Magazines MASK #02 Cover By Sandy James

[captainfreelance1]

I recently took part in the 2000ad Art Stars one page Judge Dredd story contest, I didn't win and unfortunately the coloring a little off; I worked really hard on it I think did pretty well considering my lack experience. I hope fans of 2000ad and Judge Dredd enjoy it, I had a lot fun embracing the punk rock sprint of the magazine.

[downthetubes]

Comics of yesteryear marked, both launches and endings, including New Eagle

Over on his Rusty Staples blog, comics writer and author Michael Carroll checks out the anniversaries of comics coming and going across the decades on British new stands…

Over on his Rusty Staples blog, comics writer and author Michael Carroll checks out the anniversaries of comics coming and going across the decades on British new stands, including the demise of what’s become known as the “New Eagle”, edited by Barrie Tomlinson, even though it was always titled Eagle on its launch back in 1982… Here’s the link to Michael’s latest “Hatch, Match & Dispatch”…

[ultrameganicolaokay]

Misty #48 'Hush, Hush, Sweet Rachel' (Part 7), 'The Secret World of Sally Maxwell' (Part 1), 'A Girl's Best Friend', 'Home Sweet Home...', 'Ghost of Christmas Future' and 'Whistle and I'll Come' (Part 6) (1978) by Pat Mills, Eduardo Feito, Brian Delaney, John Richardson, Mario Capaldi and others. Cover by Shirley Bellwood.

Cover of Misty, a British girls’ mystery and horror comic which ran from 1978-80.

[brynn-lear]

[Brainrot after seeing so much Robin/Boothill comics]

Can you imagine sitting in the dinner table, being the middle sibling of Sunday and Robin. Hesitantly, she brings up that she is seeing someone. In denial, Sunday asks "Seeing in a hallucination sense or a romantic endeavor?"

That one comment made Robin scoff. "Brother, I am not so easily swayed by delusions; I'm more in tune with the beat of life. Which is to say, yes, of course I meant I'm dating someone!"

"What?! Who is this scoundre—"

"Boothill." You deadpan. "His name is Boothill. Shark teeth. Galaxy Ranger. Wanted by the IPC."

"Is shark teeth really the first thing you comment on?!" Both Sunday and Robin reacts, though for entirely different reasons.

Robin pouts. "You don't get to make a cheeky remark like that when your boyfriend barks!"

...

The table falls silent.

"(Y/n)'s boyfriend— What? When? WHO?!"

... If your boyfriend is a dog, your brother might as well be an owl with how much he asked "who?" Needless to say, The Oak family now has to worry about two dark-red themed gentlemen with a penchant for alcohol.

[aventurineswife]

Fluff idea: Reader chases her more-than-friends-less-than-lovers colleague Aven in his office with cute animal stickers in her hands threatening to stick them on his face// She tackles him and comically trips, making them both crash to the ground with their lips colliding as they land, like those cliche animes.. (boomm

“I just wanna be your favorite mistake”

Summary: In the high-stakes world of the IPC, you find an unexpected source of joy in playfully chasing your enigmatic colleague, Aventurine, around his office with a stash of cute animal stickers. Determined to make him wear them, you give chase – only to accidentally trip, sending both of you crashing to the ground.

Tags: Aventurine x Reader, Fluff, Humor, Accidental Kiss, Reader works for the IPC too, Friends to Lovers vibes, Workplace Romance, Lighthearted Romance, Playful Dynamic, Slow Burn Potential, Anime Trope (lol).

A/N: I think I'm being stalked or something because I was thinking something similar to this today too 😨

In the polished, high-stakes corridors of the IPC, where risk was currency and loyalty was fleeting, your favorite pastime had recently taken an unexpected turn: chasing after Aventurine with an arsenal of cute animal stickers. It was perhaps childish and silly, especially in a world of cold calculations and ruthless ambition, but something about seeing his refined face adorned with cartoon bunnies and glittery foxes felt irresistible. So, you made it your mission.

Today, as you waited in his office doorway, Aventurine had already caught sight of the stickers in your hands. “I think not.” he murmured with a smirk, adjusting his glasses just enough to peer over them. His eyes sparkled with mirth – and a hint of a challenge.

“Oh, come on, Aven. You’ve dodged this long enough.”

With that, you lunged forward, arms outstretched. He sidestepped gracefully, turning his head just enough for a perfectly timed eye roll.

But you were not giving up that easily.

Determined, you took a quicker step, reaching for his shoulder. Aventurine slipped aside, chuckling at your determination, but you pivoted faster this time, grazing the fabric of his dark green shirt. He spun around, his breath hitching, and you couldn’t help but smile victoriously, eyes gleaming with mischief.

“Gotcha!”

Or at least, that’s what you thought.

Because in the very next second, your foot caught on the edge of his office rug, sending you tumbling forward. Aventurine reached out, hands instinctively catching your shoulders as you both toppled to the ground. You landed against his chest with a thud, laughter bubbling up before you even realized how close you were. In the heat of the moment, your noses brushed, and, as though straight out of some romantic cliché, your lips collided with his.

Boom.

The world stilled, both of you frozen in place. His hand, which had been on your shoulder, seemed to linger there for a moment longer than necessary. You felt his breath, warm and quick against your lips, mingling with your own in the awkward quiet that followed.

Aventurine was the first to break the silence. “Well,” he murmured, a soft laugh ghosting over your skin. “I’ll admit, that was an unexpected… strategy.”

You leaned back, your cheeks flushing as you scrambled to sit up, but his hand moved to steady you, his fingers lingering in a way that sent your heart racing. His smile was as charming as ever, but there was something softer there, a warmth that replaced his usual air of suave nonchalance.

“Maybe I’ll consider those stickers after all,” he said, his voice dropping just a little lower. “But only if they’re…” He tilted his head, looking at you with that trademark sparkle. “Exclusively applied by you.”

You couldn't hold back a laugh, still feeling a bit dizzy from the fall – and from him, so close. “Well, only if you promise to stop dodging next time.”

He smirked, the corners of his mouth curving into a smile that was both challenging and endearing. “Perhaps I’ve grown a bit fond of this game.” He shifted slightly, his gaze holding yours with an intensity that sent a delightful shiver down your spine. “Care to make it a… regular occurrence?”

With a teasing grin, you held up the sheet of stickers again. “I’ll consider it. But next time, don’t blame me if I bring the glitter ones.”

Aventurine chuckled, his eyes never leaving yours. "I'll take my chances."

And for once, it didn’t feel like either of you was bluffing.

More Aven fics coming 🤭🫶💖✨

[weirdlookindog]

Wolf Hunt

by Esteban Maroto (art) / Joe Wehrle (script)

from Vampirella #1, IPC UK edition, 1974.

[ultrameganicolaokay]

Misty #58 ‘Don't Look Twice’ (Part 2), 'Shadow Of A Doubt…’, 'The Secret World Of Sally Maxwell’ (Part 10), 'Time School’, 'The Nine Lives Of Nicola’ (Part 6), 'Full Circle’ and more (1979) by Pat Mills, Mario Capaldi, José Ariza, Brian Delaney, Jaime Rumeu, Ramon Escolano and others. Cover by Shirley Bellwood.

[masterstr0ke]

I’M THE CAPTAIN AND YOU CAN BE THE DEPUTY.

THE BODYGUARD. PART ONE.

AVENTURINE x GN!BODYGUARD!READER.

WARNINGS: 2nd person POV (you, yours, yourself). nervous reader. childish Aventurine. restless night from unmentioned overthinking on reader’s part. this takes place Post-Penacony mission. first time in a while i write a chapter (i used to be an author on wattpad) so forgive me i’ll improve💀

WORD COUNT: 1040

You were a low-grade IPC security personnel; one of the more quiet ones, however. A gem amongst the self-centered and greedy security personnel, which is why you were rarely threatened that your yearly salary would drop to some ridiculously high percentage like 50%, even more.

But how did that make you end up in Diamond’s, leader of the Ten Stonehearts, office?

You stand still, stiffly, in front of the man’s desk as he stares at you, you’re lucky you’re wearing a helmet because you’re sweating bullets. You think to yourself, are you getting fired!? by Diamond no less!? what did you do!?

“You’re quiet, I like that.” The man speaks, breaking you out your trance. “Others would’ve asked why they’re here like they own the office, but you didn’t do so much as to squeak, so i think you’ll be perfect for what I have in mind.” He spoke.

“Let me get straight to the point, I’d like you to be Aventurine’s bodyguard.”

“This is completely up to you, since it’ll double as a babysitter job, but we’d greatly appreciate it.”

You stay silent.

“Since you didn’t ask what’s in it for you, I’ll just tell you,” He paused, before skimming through some notes. “Your salary will be quadrupled, and you’ll be admitted to a better insurance company.” he looked up with his eyes, before pulling out a contact and a pen.

“You can either be given time to think about it, or sign it now.” 

You thought about it, a quadruple of an already decent salary? doesn’t sound so bad. In terms of insurance, you never hope to use it, but a better company doesn’t sound bad either. 

You step forward, and lean down towards the desk, reading the contract, before grabbing the pen and signing.

“Perfect, thank you.” He thanked before grabbing the contract and putting it in a drawer. “You start tomorrow, you may leave.”

You did as told.

“WHAT!?” Your coworkers shouted in unison. 

“You, little ol’ you, a bodyguard to one of the TEN STONEHEARTS!? unreal!” One of your coworkers spoke.

“It’s true.” You speak.

“Is it Topaz? you owe me photos if it is!” You could practically see this one drooling from his helmet.

“No, it’s Aventurine.” You sigh.

Silence..

Everyone said something along the lines of “That guy’s so cocky, goodluck.” and “Why did you do that to yourself?” before leaving you.

Was this guy so bad?

“You called, Diamond?” Aventurine enters the office.

“Mhm..” Diamond acknowledged him absentmindedly, his mind focused on organizing paperwork. “I made you come here so I could tell you that I hired a bodyguard for you.” He spoke. 

“Huh!? I’m not a baby! a bodyguard for what!?” Aventurine whined. 

“After your recklessness on your recent mission on Penacony, Higherups decided you needed a bodyguard. Don’t worry, the bodyguard’s one with an amazing reputation amongst the security personnel.”

Aventurine sighed. “I’m not a kid..” He pouted, in a rather comical way. “I got the job done!”

“You broke the Aventurine cornerstone.” Diamond spoke harshly. “You’re lucky you weren’t fired on the spot, do you know how hard I had to convince the higherups that what you did was right so they don’t even lower your rank!?” Diamond sighed. “They suggested hiring someone that could keep your thoughts in check.”

Aventurine could only sigh. 

“As we’re speaking a desk and a chair are being put into your office, where your body guard will be staying. You may leave, Aventurine.”

“I don’t need thi-“ Aventurine tried to complain.

“You may leave, Aventurine.” Diamond spoke harshly.

Aventurine nodded. “Very well.” He then left Diamond’s office, and as he reached his office he saw several IPC members leaving his office, and when he entered he saw that, what Diamond said, had happened; A desk and chair were put. This was against his will! but then again..

What could be so bad about a bodyguard? It’s a free casino buddy!

After a restless and seemingly endless night, you finally get to start your new position as a bodyguard. You rush over to the headquarters, and then for the restroom.

You straighten your clothes. Clothes? You’re wearing armor! You should just go.

You walk around, seemingly lost, before finding Aventurine standing outside his office’s door, mumbling something to himself.

You slowly approach him. “Hello, sir..”

“Oh! You must be my new bodyguard.” Aventurine raised his brows. “Don’t call me sir, just Aventurine is sufficient.”

You nod, realizing your neck hurts from how stiff your muscles are.

“Here, come on in.” He opens the door and enters first, and you follow suit. “Here’s your desk, the empty one.” He spoke as he pointed over to your desk and chair.

He wasn’t wrong, it was just a bland, empty brown-colored wooden desk.

You sit down on your chair.

After about 30 minutes of silence, Aventurine sighs. “Aren’t you going to tell me your name? anything about yourself?” He turned himself in his chair to face you.

“Hm?” You look at him, as you were organizing his papers (that he handed over to you suddenly and without warning) “I- My name’s Y/N.”

“Real name or callsign?” he squinted his eyes.

“Real name.” You nod reassuringly before turning back to the papers at hand.

“Where are you from?” He raised a brow.

“Glamoth.” You spoke, trying to keep your voice as monotone as possible to hide your nervousness.

“Glamoth? wasn’t that planet defeated by the Swarm?” He furrowed his brows.

“Well.. I don’t know who exactly from my family fled from it, but we settled on the Xianzhou Yaoqing. Origins from Glamoth, raised on the Xianzhou Yaoqing.” You elaborate.

“Ohhh.. Honest fellow, aren’t ya?” He smiled. “I’ll leave you to your work. But let me tell you something..”

You look at him. “Hm?”

“I’m the person in charge, you just follow suit.” He spoke. “I don’t want you to limit my freedom, got it?”

You nod, smiling under your mask.

Maybe this guy isn’t actually so bad.

Aventurine stands up, and goes over to the window, sticking his head out, and the air welcoming his face with a gentle breeze.

Maybe a bodyguard, as long as they don’t put an end to his freedom, isn’t so bad.

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[spirit--blade]

I'm back with more of the au :)

+ amateur comic and some lore under the cut

(transcription in the alt text)

The magic system is very based off Witch Hat Atelier (a manga very much worth reading!! I reccomend it!)

Also, I feel like Ratio having reading glasses is so cute. In this au he teaches magic to villagers (though it is frowned upon and sometimes illegal) and acts as a medic for the intelligensia guild, who is a group witches focused on the uses of magic. Ratio is proficient in most types of magic, but is the best at healing magic.

Aventurine works for the government(IPC). His hometown was wiped out, leaving him the only person to carry on their legacy. He doesn't know how to use magic, but is a very blessed individual. After he is revived as a zombie, he forgets most of his immediate past. As a zombie, he always looks sleepy and bruises easily.

It appears Aventurine doesn't remember Ratio well

Ratio claims he revived Aventurine to learn about Sigonia

[ginge1962]

Vulcan - 22 November 1975, cover by Joe Colquhoun.