Robo-Hunter and Cutie
I'm always impressed by the inclusion of the small notes of sly humor in the strips published in 2000 AD from the late 70s and early 80s.
Take 'Robo-Hunter', which initially appeared in 2000 AD from August 1978 to May 1979, written by John Wagner and illustrated by Ian Gibson.
Sam Slade's 'robo-meter' Cutie, which hung from his belt and dispensed advice, was modeled on the cheapest models of plastic, inflatable 'sex dolls' of that era.
Toss in the panels where Sam applies a trace of robot metal to Cutie for analysis, and the context is hilariously subversive......
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