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King City is a science-fiction comic created by Brandon Graham and initially published in 2007. It follows Joe, a young thief who returns to the sprawling city of the title with Earthling J.J. Catingsworth III, a specially trained cat whose abilities change according to the objects injected into it. The comic combines an adventure plot with dense visual jokes, invented slang, unusual creatures, and elaborate urban details, making it suited to readers interested in playful, independently created speculative comics.
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What can Joe's cat do in King City?
Joe is a trained catmaster who can transform his cat, Earthling J. J. Catingsworth III, into whatever tool or weapon a situation requires. The cat's absurd capabilities drive action scenes while also parodying gadget-based adventure stories.
Why does Joe return to King City?
Joe comes back after training overseas and takes jobs as a thief and courier. His return reconnects him with his former girlfriend Anna and his friend Pete, whose own crisis becomes a major part of the story.
What is wrong with Pete's alien girlfriend in King City?
Pete is caring for an alien woman suffering from an addiction to a drug-like substance. His effort to help her gives the otherwise playful science-fiction story a more vulnerable emotional thread.
Which edition contains the complete King City story?
Image Comics collected Brandon Graham's complete series in one trade paperback after publishing it as 12 issues. The collection preserves the dense background jokes, strange technology, and wordplay that reward close rereading.
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