PUNCHLINE #17

In this 24-page Punchline issue, writer Bill Williams teams Versema with the fierce Atomic Butterfly to repel an otherworldly monster invasion sweeping a heavy-metal festival, delivering fast-paced action, bold character moments, and offbeat humor. The story threads in a second arc featuring the fan-favorite rock monster Gridlock as he struggles to resist scientists bent on weaponizing his biology into an army of mind-numbed soldiers. The comic showcases dynamic art by Jhonesbas and Marcelo da Silva Casaquevit, with covers by Matthew Weldon that boast vivid energy and rock-solid detail. This installment continues the Punchline saga, maintaining its blend of sci-fi creature combat and character-driven humor while expanding its cast and world in fresh, accessible terms.