YEAR ONE

• Make it Stop

Warnings:
Scopophobia (1), Arguing,
Injury, Systemic Violence

• Public Menace

Warnings:
Scopophobia, Systemic Violence

• What's in a Name

Warnings:
Injury, Scopophobia, Animal Violence

• Dubious Marketing Tactics

Warnings:
Arguing , Unreality, Guns

GOLDEN ERA

• Mihi Aqua Haeret

Warnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Injury (2),
Unreality (2), Death (1), Guns (1), Scopophobia (1)

• But First the Phoenix Burns

Warnings:
Death (2), Injury (2), Mental Trauma (2), Self harm (2),
Unreality (2), Arguments (1), Scopophobia (1)

• Before the Turn

Warnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2),
Non-Con Body Modification (1), Injury, Death

• Two Truths and a Lie

Warnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Stalking (1),
Systemic Violence (1), Death, Injury, Unreality

• Please Stand Up

Warnings:
Arguing (1), Gun, Injury, Mental Trauma,
Systemic Violence, Unreality

• Files from the Zedaph Lab

Warnings:
Non-Con Body Modification (2), Arguing (1),
Hypnosis (1), Systemic Violence (1), Animal Harm

• Turn Around

Warnings:
Hypnosis (2), Mental Trauma (2), Arguing (1),
Death (1), Injury (1), Scopophobia (1), Unreality (1)

LEGACY

• Masquerade

Warnings:
Scopophobia (2), Arguing (1),
Systemic Violence (1), Hypnosis, Mental Trauma,
Non-Con Body Modification

• Faultlines

Warnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Unreality (2), Death (1), Non-Con Body Modification (1), Scopophobia (1), Fire

• After the Showdown

Warnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Injury (1),
Non-Con Body Modification (1),
Death, Guns, Self-Harm

resume & emails

YEAR ONE
Subject Line: Untitled
Page 10
Warnings:
Arguing (1), Systemic Violence (1), Unreality, Fire,
Non-Con Body Modification, ScopophobiaGOLDEN ERA
Subject Line: Pending
Page 74
ScopophobiaSubject Line: (No Subject)
Page 158
ScopophobiaLEGACY ERA
Subject Line: Denied
Page 362
ScopophobiaWriting: Sisyphean
Editor: Antimony_Medusa

Summary:Subject Line: Untitled
Grian's venture into the Hermitopia job market is not going particularly well. With a lackluster resume and many rejections letters, he finally manages to get at job at Mending Harbor Inc. Perhaps this job is a little too suited for him, as the allure of fishing grows steadily stronger and his pursuit for something unknown dominates his attention. Yet what is the hunter without something to hunt? After finally finding what he's looking for, Grian quits the fisherman lifestyle and re-enters the job market once more.Subject Line: Pending
After a terrible job as a test subject for Hotguy's equipment at Cub's lab, Grian decides it's time to turn to villainy. Getting a new career as a minion at Doc Monster's Perimeter is easier than expected, and it also goes a little too well. Grian distracts himself by yearning for the ocean once more, before finally quitting henchmen work altogether and getting a job in security. Doc Monster was getting a little too clingy for his tastes.Subject Line: (No Subject)
In the aftermath of Deer Hunting Season, Grian finds himself without a job and desperate. With great reluctance, he tentatively drafts out an email to his acquaintance Scar Goodtimes for help, the very same guy he made sleep out on a bench. The only reply he gets is impersonal and automated. Grian doesn't know what to do next.Subject Line: Denied
Many many years later, Scar finally checks his inbox and sees Grian's job inquiry from back before they knew each others identities. He then proceeds to fumble badly trying to hire Grian, excuse his own poor email etiquette, and give a speech simultaneously. Cub and Bdubs attempt to intervene. Grian blocks him before he can embarass anyone further.

GUY:

Make it Stop

[Comic]
Page 18Cover: Charlie
Art: Traffrogers
Writing: Briefle
Editing: Antimony_MedusaWarnings:
Scopophobia (1), Arguing,
Injury, Systemic Violence

Summary:After an escaped cat (and Lizzie's chosen mascot for the Secret Cat Underworld) lands him in a month of community service, Joel will do anything to get his petition for early release signed. When a suspicious man attempts to steal the cat back, Joel sees a crowd large enough to save him gather, and valiantly rescues the cat with an epic sign trickshot. He's one signature short, but Mr Nibbles is grateful for the rescue, and will sign - on one condition: Joel's on cat toy duty, forever!

HOTGUY in:

Public Menace

[Comic]
Page 39Cover: Calocreek
Art & Writing: ConcidineArt
Editing: Antimony_MedusaWarnings:
Scopophobia, Systemic Violence

Summary:A pothole protest led by Joe "Joe Hills" Hills blocks the road in front of Scar Goodtimes' latest
Meet-n-Greet, so it's time for Hotguy to jump into action! He catches the artful activist, but an impromptu interview with Pearl Moon and the Hermitopia Recap lets Joe give them all the slip - and leaves the Meet-n-Greet without its star when Doc shows up.

??? in:

What's in a Name

[Comic]
Page 51Art: Aneliz
Writing: Vanyel
Editing: TerraglowsWarnings:
Injury, Scopophobia, Animal Violence

Summary:Reporters Pix and Sloy follow a fight between an unknown archer vigilante and the villain "Forgery", after the latter freed the Ravagers at the Hermitopia Zoo. The vigilante drops an injured Keralis off with the reporters, who recounts being saved from a Ravager by the archer. In a mixup from mishearing Keralis' description, Pix reports the vigilante's name as "Hotguy". In Cubfan's lab years later, Hotguy is revealed as telling the story of how he chose his vigilante name. Cub asks if Cuteguy's was the same, and a flashback shows that it was an interview with Hotguy and Pix where "Cuteguy" came from - much to Grian's chagrin.

HOTGUY and:

The Dubious
Marketing Tactics

[Comic]
Page 66Art: Tibby
Writing: Kalix
Editing: Violet-fire-catWarnings:
Arguing , Unreality, Guns

Summary:In Cub's apartment, Hotguy and Cuteguy discuss merch possibilities- and Hotguy has a few ideas that are sure to be successful. Like guns! And chainsaws. After a fierce debate, Hotguy calls in someone who knows the public better than they do: Pearl, a reporter. The argument over what would be a good merch idea continues, with Pearl and Cub occasionally adding their two cents. Unfortunately, they can't make a decision.

CUTEGUY:

Mihi Aqua Haeret

[Comic]
Page 86Art: Berry
Writing & Editing: TJ ShoutingWarnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Injury (2),
Unreality (2), Death (1), Guns (1), Scopophobia (1)

Summary:Cuteguy wakes up from a harrowing dream of Jimmy's death in Cleo Zombi's clinic, gravely injured from the fight with Bleeding Hart. His attempt to reach Jimmy by phone gets only voicemail. On Cleo's stern advice, Cuteguy recovers out of the public eye, and Hotguy stays by his side until Cuteguy finally convinces him to go back on patrol for the sake of their public image. Grian checks in with Joel, who hasn't seen Jimmy either, and when Joel calls, Grian breaks down and reveals he knows Jimmy is dead. Cuteguy suits up as Hotguy returns, insisting on going back to the alley to find the body. They go; there is nothing but a stain.

BUT FIRST

The Phoenix Burns

[Comic]
Page 113Cover: Ingapotejto
Art: Connor Nopedog
Writing: Second
Editing: TJ ShoutingWarnings:
Death (2), Injury (2), Mental Trauma (2), Self harm (2),
Unreality (2), Arguments (1), Scopophobia (1)

Summary:Jimmy is ushered out ot the morgue, mysteriously alive again, after his death in Deer Hunting Season. However, his mind is much less healed than his body, and he quickly discovers that he revives after every time he dies after being hit by a truck that evening. He spirals, isolating himself and getting into more and more deadly situations. It comes to a head when he's chopping vegetables in his kitchen and hurts himself with the knife deliberately; however, this is also when Joel barges in, realizes Jimmy is falling apart, and forces Jimmy to at last admit he needs help.

HOTGUY:

Before the Turn

[Writing]
Page 142Cover: Kazehita
Writing: Alice (Not Alice)
Editing: TerraglowsWarnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2),
Non-Con Body Modification (1), Injury, Death

Summary:Impulse (Smoke Signal) hosts a friendly poker night for himself, Zed (Dr Zedaph), Tango (Forgery) and Skizz (WiseGuy). Only Zed is aware of Impulse’s connection to the Soup Group—or so Impulse thinks. Tango arrives at the bar angry and bitter, refusing to explain why. As the game plays out, Impulse realizes that Tango knows that Impulse is Smoke Signal; and that Smoke Signal is ultimately responsible for the death of his assistant (Jimmy). Before a full confrontation can break out, a well-meaning but unaware Skizz defuses Tango’s anger. Tango leaves, Skizz follows. Zed departs as well, but not before making a veiled threat against Pearl (Scour) and Gem (Bleeding Hart). Left alone, Impulse deals with the guilt by doubling down on his cause, resolving to commit everything he has to do ‘what needs to be done.’

Two Truths

AND A LIE

[Writing]
Page 162Cover: Googly
Writing: Onawhimsicot
Editing: TJ ShoutingWarnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Stalking (1),
Systemic Violence (1), Death, Injury, Unreality

Summary:Early in Cuteguy's career, Mumbo accidentally discovers Grian's secret identity as Cuteguy. Realizing that his friend needs his help in more ways than one, Mumbo decides to support him from the sidelines. As the events of Volume 1 unfold in the background, Mumbo keeps visiting Grian who is becoming increasingly distant. Mumbo struggles with the limitations of how much a civilian can help and begins to feel insecure about his place in Grian's life. This eventually culminates into an explosive argument between the two where Grian tells Mumbo he doesn't need him. Mumbo, recognizing this as the truth they've never said out loud, flees. Later, after the events of "Birds of Prey", Grian seeks out Mumbo, and the two reconcile.

WILL THE REAL CUTEGUY

Please Stand Up

[Writing]
Page 185Cover: Wormtime
Art: Emry
Writing: Luna
Editing: Antimony_MedusaWarnings:
Arguing (1), Gun, Injury, Mental Trauma,
Systemic Violence, Unreality

Summary:When a team of obscure villains plan to rob a local bank and just so happen to pick the day Grian's working an afternoon shift at Hermittopia Bank, Hotguy finds himself without his Cuteguy! Two new Cuteguys step up to the plate--Mumbo K. Jumbo and Skizz--but they aren't used to the vigilante life. With Hotguy on the ropes, the two Cuteguys free the bank hostages and save Hotguy from the clutches of the evil Illagers. (page break) Based on a true story, now rendered into an incredibly faithful screenplay format!

CASE #082511:

Files from the Zedaph Lab

[Writing]
Page 204Cover: Wormtime
Writing: Dux
Editing: TelkWarnings:
Non-Con Body Modification (2), Arguing (1),
Hypnosis (1), Systemic Violence (1), Animal Harm

Summary:A collection of documents recovered from the investigation into Dr. Zedaph's laboratory work. Research being done on sculk leads to an offer of collaboration from the Soup Group; a cease-and-desist from Mumbocorp for theft and revealing of company secrets gets mocked in meeting notes; and development begins on a Sculk-Mediated Mutation Enhancer, quickly nicknamed The Bug, or "Mila". Zedaph's lab notes quickly begin humanizing Mila, calling it his daughter, making her a birthday card, and reacting with outrage when she is stolen by Soup Group. After the work is seized and several PHD dissertation chapters are classified, the lab notebook is noted to have re-opened, with Zedaph welcoming Mila back home.

HOTGUY:

Turn Around

[Comic]
Page 229Cover: Wormtime
Art: IsJasz
Writing: Zip Zap
Editing: Violet-fire-catWarnings:
Hypnosis (2), Mental Trauma (2), Arguing (1),
Death (1), Injury (1), Scopophobia (1), Unreality (1)

Summary:After learning each other's identities, Scar and Grian navigate the rocky start of this new phase. A nightmare of his Bug-controlled self has Scar darting awake and calling, under the pretense of inviting Grian out for breakfast. During a fight with a slimy villain, Hotguy jumping off a building sends Cuteguy diving after him in a panic. In the hideout, Grian's flinch at Scar's Bug-sharpened teeth finally breaks the tension, and they put their feelings on the table. Hotguy lets Cuteguy feel his teeth to prove they're not that sharp to both of them; they discuss apologies, identities, and fear for each other's safety during the Bug; and Cuteguy lets Hotguy preen his wings.Mumbo calls, and asks if Hotguy and Cuteguy would be bodyguards for his latest invention at the upcoming Goat Gala Masquerade. How can they say no?

social media

Part One
Page 258
Arguing (1), Systemic Violence (1), Unreality, Fire,
Non-Con Body Modification, ScopophobiaPart Two
Page 318
ScopophobiaWriting: Odaigahara
Editor: Antimony_Medusa

summary:Part One
On Mumblr, the Hermitopia Sexymen Poll begins taking nominations, and is almost immediately faced with bot accounts (mostly nominationg DocM77).Zedditors discuss the upcoming Goat Gala, including protests and possible attendees or notable absences, as well as the usual oddities of the city like singing insects and sculk-filled drains.Mumblr bets on on the outcome of the Goat Gala, and the first polls for Hermitopia Sexymen appear, with a few blogs making some questionable posts they don't recall making.On M, Doc acknowledges the Sexymen competition. Gal protests her Sexymen loss to Guy, but is soothed by a bakery being stolen for her.With the mods in hiding from Gal('s cats), the Sexymen polls continue, complete with propaganda, broken polls displaying unusual percentages, more hacked blogs and longer load times, and Joe Hills using his victories to encourage more people to pick up guerilla activism.Dr. Zedaph shows off a new perpetual machine on Zeddit. Zedditors discuss Mayor Voide's notice on singing insects and protests at a park scheduled for demolition.The Mumblr polls for Hermitopia Sexymen continue, and continue to break further, particularly around any poll or post involving Mumbo Jumbo. Scar Goodtimes beats Hotguy, and Joe Hills continues to surge.Part Two
Mumblr celebrates the announcement and survival of Grumbot at the Goat Gala, and Joe Hills officially wins the Hermitopia Sexyman Competition.On Sumagram, Queen Jellie celebrates Scar's second place, Forgery finds his key to Decked Out, and Joe Hills uses his new platform to encourage citizens to plant a community garden.

Masquerade

[Comic]
Page 297Art: Julia
Writing: MochiWrites
Editing: TelkWarnings:
Scopophobia (2), Arguing (1),
Systemic Violence (1), Hypnosis, Mental Trauma,
Non-Con Body Modification

Summary:While discussing their plan to protect Mumbo’s latest invention, Cuteguy notices that Hotguy seems a bit distracted. As Hotguy brushes off concerns about his well-being and readiness, Mumbo runs over in tears, exclaiming that his project has been stolen.
Hotguy spots a suspicious individual in the crowd, chasing after them. Cuteguy tries to follow but loses sight of him, struggling to find him as he’s forgotten what Hotguy’s mask looks like. Reuniting thanks to the bug shaped scar on Hotguy’s neck, the two are forced into a dance together with the crowd. Cuteguy once again mentions that Hotguy isn’t ready, and Hotguy believes making up for his wrongs is more important than whether or not he’s ready.
They have a brief heart to heart, and Mumbo finds them once more for an update as they reconcile, minutes away from beginning his presentation. Jumping into action, Hotguy distracts the crowd while Cuteguy apprehends the person responsible. He returns backstage just as the curtains open and Mumbo jumps in to present his latest creation, Grumbot to the crowd.Hotguy and Cuteguy meet back up to pat each other on the back, only to find other attendees approaching them to demand answers about their missing displays. As for the band of thieves, they make a call to Smoke Signal, who tells them to meet with Moon at the designated location.

COFFIN

Faultlines

COFFER

[Comic]
Page 326Art: Choco
Writing: Kaya
Editing: TerraglowsWarnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Unreality (2), Death (1), Non-Con Body Modification (1), Scopophobia (1), Fire

Summary:As the call for help against the Soup Group's mutation reversal pulses resounds through the city, Guy and Gal and their sidekick Jimmy set out to be the supervillain saviors of the day. Except Jimmy has cold feet about getting involved, or even about stopping the mutation reversal at all. Jimmy and Gal get in a huge argument - about Jimmy's relationship to death, and Gal's attempts to 'help' him - until Guy steps in, and another pulse rattles the city. Guy and Gal promise to protect Jimmy, and encourage him to face the future head-on, whatever it holds. The trio reconciles, and heads onwards to the fight for tomorrow.

After the Showown

[Writing]
Page 350Writing: Alice (Not Alice)
Editing: TerraglowsWarnings:
Arguing (2), Mental Trauma (2), Injury (1),
Non-Con Body Modification (1),
Death, Guns, Self-Harm

Summary:In the wake of the Battle for Hermitopia, Tango (Forgery) helps the Soup Group and Skizz escape through the unfinished labyrinth of his game. Anger at Jimmy’s killer wars with the terror of having almost lost a friend, complicated by Tango’s own guilt and the new revelation that Jimmy is alive. An emotional confrontation simmers down to something approaching peace, if not exactly forgiveness. Tango sees his old friends off safely, and charges Impulse to not waste the life that’s been spared. Then, at last, he goes to find Jimmy.