Marvel Comics to unveil gay gunslinger
In a bubble in the first edition of the series, Rawhide Kid comments about the Lone Ranger: “I think that mask and the powder blue outfit are fantastic. I can certainly see why the Indian follows him around.”
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I think his name says it all . . . and if the name’s not enough, there’s the delicate pursing of the lips and the hot cowboy outfit. Where was this rolemodel when I was a young gay cowboy?
“…the tone may be campy.” i suppose it’s nearly impossible to make a gay cowboy comic un-campy, but- wait a minute, where is that cowboy’s other hand?
… and that’s why i only shared the top half of the picture.
Where will I be able to purchase the new(first) issue of the (gay) Rawhide Kid? At any comic book shop? What date will it be available? Any info would be appreciated – Thanks, W.
You should be able to find Rawhide Kid at any fine comic book shop near you. Or, visit Marvel for a subscription:
http://www.marvel.com/comics/onsale/onsale.htm?id=698
Okay, I can’t wait to read the “new” Rawhide Kid. I’m glad there is a gay character…and a lead one at that! I don’t believe the book will offend me as a gay man. I hope this book is well received and that Marvel continues the series!
Just called Marvel, and was told they don’t offer subscription to Rawhide Kid. You have to get it on the stands. Bad move on their part. Sounds a bit homophobic.
I just ordered a copy of The Rawhide Kid issue #1 Slap Leather from:
http://www.newkadia.com/
Try them if you can’t find a copy at your local comic book store.
I just started a group for fans of this new Rawhide Kid. If you’re interested in joining, here’s the address:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rawhidekidgaycowboy/
It’s restricted membership, so it requires approval of requests for membership in order to screen out spammers and gay-bashers.