Tess Fowler – illustratör

Spinning out of the world of the hit Minor Threats superhero series created by Patton Oswalt, Jordan Blum, and Scott Hepburn comes a new tale of costumed underdogs—featuring a support group for superheroes, struggling to reclaim their mediocre lives after tasting their true potential.Mary the Multi-Monster! The Tripper! Crab Louie! Kid Curious! Persona! These offbeat b-list superheroes, formerly known as The Alternates, seemingly sacrificed themselves to stop an invasion from another dimension. Instead they were transported to a mirror reality where they lived complex lives in a more four-dimensional existence—expanding both their powers and consciousness.Five years later they've returned to Twilight City, struggling to reacclimate to their old lives in a traditional two-dimensional superhero world—in withdrawal from the vivid ones they left behind. When elements from this alternate reality turn up as a dangerous new street drug, some of the heroes band together to destroy it, while others succumb to its temptation.Illustrated by Tess Fowler (Rat Queens) and Christopher Mitten (Hellboy, 30 Days of Night) and featuring pinups by Fabio Moon, Tony Fleecs, Ryan Browne, Martin Simmonds, and more!Collects The Alternates #1–#4.

Collecting the entire journey of the Rat Queens, from their raucous and wild beginnings as mercenaries to their rise as begrudging heroes. Discover what made this award-winning high fantasy series special and cultivated fans all over the world—the comedy, camaraderie, and adventurous spirit all with a modern twist that makes the main cast of Violet, Betty, Hannah, and Dee feel like people you already knew. This is a fantasy series like no other, with ten years of adventures in one giant tome. Collects RAT QUEENS, VOL. I #1-15, the never-before reprinted VOL. I #16, VOL. II #1-25, RAT QUEENS: SISTER, WARRIORS, QUEENS, all four one-shots, never-reprinted short stories, all covers, and sketchbooks from all of the major artists!

Having survived the end of the world, the Queens follow Hannah back to where it all began: Mage University. A long perilous journey awaits the Rat Queens as they attempt to find out what happened to Hannah ''s father while battling their own demons. Collects RAT QUEENS #11-15.