EYES ON WULF AND BATSY PART 4
WULF AND BATSY chronicles the adventures of Cevin “Wulf” Orlock, a ferocious Werewolf, and Batsy, a cute Vampiress, as they wander the earth searching for a place to call home. But wherever they go, they end up eating people and getting run out of town. It’s not easy being a monster, especially one with a conscience.
Following up on the issues explored in Eyes on Wulf and Batsy Part 3, we now turn to the concluding chapters of the “Fall of the House of Zag-Zog” arc and the stories that follow.
THE CREATIVE TEAM
The series is the work of Bryan Baugh, who serves as writer, illustrator, and letterer. Originally launched in 2008 under Viper Comics, Wulf and Batsy received a nomination for “Best Horror Comic Book” by the online Rondo Hatton Awards.
Later on, the series was published by Alterna Comics with new stories. Baugh returned to self-publishing in 2023 under his Bloody Weirdo Comix label, preserving full creative control and continuing the story on his terms.
THE BOOKS
Issues #10 through #13 stay true to the series’ signature style: black-and-white interiors printed on retro, newsprint-style paper with full-color covers. Each issue delivers a different flavor of horror:
- #10 and #11: 24 pages each, wrap up the “Fall of the House of Zag-Zog” arc.
- #12: 32 pages, a throwback anthology of early Wulf and Batsy stories.
- #13: 64 pages, a long-form horror tale titled The Onyx Slide, steeped in paranoia, corruption, and supernatural dread.
All issues are rated for mature readers (17+).
THE STORIES
From violent confrontations to emotional unravelings, these issues chart Wulf and Batsy’s journey through a world that’s only getting darker. This stretch of the series showcases both the collapse of hard-earned stability and the haunting questions that linger long after the blood dries.
Whether it’s the conclusion of The Fall of the House of Zag-Zog, a detour into anthology horror, or the surreal descent of The Onyx Slide, these chapters highlight just how versatile and unrelenting this comic series can be.
THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF ZAG-ZOG (ISSUES #10 & #11)
These two issues bring the arc to a stunning and sobering end. After the chaos of Issue #9, Wulf and Batsy seek survival. One of the most haunting aspects of this arc is how the innocent is treated. Issue #9 left the impression that even the non-malicious might not survive. It’s a gut-punch, considering that it seems to be a common theme in written stories and movies to have them as collateral damage.
ISSUE #10 – THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF ZAG-ZOG PART 3 OF 4
The battle begins. Wulf and Batsy defend their fragile refuge as invaders close in. The pacing is tight, and the tension builds steadily. There’s a real sense of loss here; the home they were trying to build crumbles under violent pressure. They don’t care who they are; they see them as their enemy. Even when there are innocent people mixed in the bunch.
First impression: This issue felt like watching a slow-motion train wreck in the best possible way. The dread builds with each page, and the art sells the chaos and claustrophobia of their collapsing sanctuary. There’s no holding back here, just rising stakes and emotional wreckage.
ISSUE #11 – THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF ZAG-ZOG PART 4 OF 4
The arc ends with devastation. The action is brutal, but the real weight lies in the psychological aftermath. No matter how hard they tried, they couldn’t save their new home. What does survival mean when you’re endlessly pursued? Who do you become when violence is your only path forward?
First impression: It hits like a punch to the gut. The violence is almost secondary to the emotional unraveling. The ending doesn’t offer relief, it offers consequences. It felt like a finale that knew what it was doing: not tying things up neatly, but scarring the reader just enough to remember.
ANTHOLOGY THROWBACK (ISSUE #12)
In this 32-page break from the main story arc, we revisit three earlier stories: “If You Knew,” “Them’s Monsters!” and “The Left Stocking.” These tales date back to the early 2000s and offer a different, more pulp-style version of Wulf and Batsy.
I found these stories less impactful than the recent arcs. They’re decent as stand-alone horror shorts, but lack the emotional depth and character nuance that’s defined the series lately. That said, they’re valuable for understanding how the series has evolved.
First impression: A nice archival touch for long-time fans, but not as gripping as the current run.
THE ONYX SLIDE (ISSUE #13)
Wulf and Batsy arrive in Thin Tree, Ohio, a quiet suburban town with rotten secrets. A strange strain of hallucinogenic fungi is spreading like wildfire, corrupting the minds of the townsfolk. As Wulf and Batsy dig deeper, they uncover even darker supernatural horrors below the surface.
This 64-page issue reads like a mini-graphic novel and marks a strong return to long-form storytelling. It’s eerie, funny, and surprisingly emotional. One standout aspect is how it explores father-daughter dynamics and the fragility of innocence in corrupted environments.
Wulf’s inner conflict resurfaces as he struggles with his monstrous instincts. Batsy, as always, remains oblivious to his turmoil, but that tension remains part of what makes them such an effective pair.
First impression: A wild, irreverent, yet meaningful chapter that blends survival horror with heartfelt moments. What stood out to me was that, for once, the victim was actually saved, and that rescue mattered. It wasn’t just about survival; the shock led to emotional growth and change.
Intentional or not, the story also highlighted the power of peer pressure and how devastating its consequences can be. Just to please a boyfriend or fit in with friends, a girl might take a drug or drink that could change her life forever. Even if she’s not in a clear state of mind, she might still be seen as having “consented”—when in reality, she was pressured. That’s a harsh truth, and something young girls need to be aware of.
THE CAMPAIGN & CUSTOMER SERVICE
Issue 13 was crowdfunded through a Fund My Comics campaign and a Kickstarter campaign. I backed the digital bundles (Issues #1–13) on the Kickstarter campaign and was impressed with how smoothly the process went. There was a brief hiccup in downloading one of the files, but it was resolved almost immediately with great customer service.
The campaign was transparent, creator-led, and well-organized. Updates on the campaign were regularly provided via email and via the creator’s YouTube channel, where you can find videos about the characters of the Wulf and Batsy series and discussions about the stories and much more.
FINAL THOUGHTS
This batch of stories showcases everything that makes Wulf and Batsy compelling: grotesque visuals, gritty themes, and a surprising amount of emotional complexity. Whether it’s the bloody downfall of Zag-Zog or the drug problem showcased in the onyx slide, the series continues to explore what it means to be “other” in a world that demands conformity or punishment.
In the end, Wulf and Batsy isn’t just about monsters being monsters, it’s about survival, morality (or lack thereof), and the desperate, often futile search for peace in a world that sees them as threats.
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