Fox here with an off topic post about my involvement in the furry fandom. It was a co-worker during my dish washing days at McManus who introduced me to the UseNet News Groups, in particular the furry themed groups which introduced me to Furry MUCK. From there it was just a hop & leap to where furry artwork and stories where stored, mostly on BBS servers.
Some of the first furry published works I enjoyed include Takes of the Tai Pan Universe, Yarf!, Wild Life, and more. Some of these titles from the 1990s are still available for purchase at Rabbit Valley® Comics.
Tales of the Tai-Pan Universe – Founded in 1988 as an artist’ and writers’ cooperative, the Tai-Pan Literary & Arts project has benefited from the talents of many contributors over the years. The project has published a wide range of stories from space opera to hard science fiction and from mystery to romance. The project’s publication was recognized twice as Best Anthropomorphic Fanzine of the Year by the Ursa Major Awards. While Individual stories stand on their own, contributors have taken advantage of the shared nature of the universe to write stories that build on a theme or character arch started by another writer. Tai-Pan’s first issues were published in the winter of 1991-1992 introducing the trader ship Tai-Pan, and laying groundwork for concepts and characters that are still be written about today.
Yarf! – The Journal of Applied Anthropomorphics was started by Jeff Ferris in January 1990 and ran through 2003. YARF! was one of the most popular and well-known furry print ‘zines for many years. Other people involved editorially during its early years were Lance Rund, Dave Bryant and Kris Kreutzman. It published comics, book reviews, text stories and pin-ups from dozens of artists.
Wild Life and Wildlifers – a humorous slice-of-life anthology edited by Elin Winkler (who runs Radio Comix producing Genus, Genus Male, and Furlough) which ran February 1993-April 1995 for twelve issues. Included Joe Rosales’ Wildlifers and John Nunnemacher’s Buffalo Wings.
Tall Tails – Tall Tails was published by Golden Realm Unlimited from 1993 to 1995 for 3 issues. Tall Tails: Thieves’ Quest were published by Vision Comics for 4 issues starting in 1998, and #5-13 were published by Dream Weaver Press. For 1999 to 2002, it ran in Radio Comix’s Furlough (Issues #78 – 109) as a monthly serial. Tall Tails was originally intended to be a parody of Monty Python’s Holy Grail using Disney-ish Robin Hood characters.
Furkinde Prozine – A collection of artwork from 1996-1998 by many talented fandom artists.
Associated Student Bodies – Abbreviated as ASB, was a series of eight adult comic books produced by Lance Rund and Chris McKinley in the 1990’s. It has become a staple comic of the Furry fandom and most every furry art aficionado is familiar with it on some level.
The story of ASB revolves around a young lion, Daniel, who goes off to college to share a dorm with a wolf, Marcus, and an entire floor of predominantly homosexual roommates of various species. The series accounts Daniel’s discovery of his own same-sex feelings for Marcus, dealing with being gay in a hostile environment, and reconciling his feelings with his family and faith.
There are other comics, magazines, fanzines, graphic novels, and more from the 90s that I enjoyed that are not available anymore, yes I still have my copies.
The American Journal of Anthropomorphics was a series of furry art books edited by Darrell Benvenuto and published by his Med Systems Company, with four issues released between 1993 and 1997. The mainstay of the series were its artist sections, typically a half dozen pages each of illustrations by various artists. The intent of the Journal was to present furry artists in as professional a light as possible, and for it to be used as a talent catalogue for publishers seeking artists in the field of anthropomorphics or funny animals.
Tales of Beatrix – 1996 – 1998, Vision Comics. The story of Beatrix Farmer, an ordinary rabbit girl in the wrong place, at the wrong time when she was fatally wounded in from a drive-by shooting. Rescued by omnipotent beings only she can see, they ensure her future safety by wrapping her in a suit that confers invulnerability. Only later does she discover it is also completely safe from bodily needs — food, drink, sleep, sex, and in fact she has no sense of touch, taste, or smell. Forced into the role of superhero for hire, Beatrix yearns to be ordinary again or at least have the option of removing the suit when desired.
Xanadu is a fantasy comic book created by cartoonist Vicky Wyman which first appeared in 1988.
Much of the information has been sourced from WikiFur, which can be a lovely trip down memory lane for us gray muzzles.
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Greetings Friends and Fans of Rabbit Valley® Comics,
Just a quick update this weekend with the fun happenings here at Rabbit Valley.
Associated Student Bodies – Digital PDF Edition:
Issue 1 – New Student Orientation
Daniel King arrives at his college campus to find himself placed by a computer error in a junior/senior dorm– none other than the unofficial gay enclave of the campus.
32 pages; black-and-white
Art by Chris McKinley
Written and edited by Lance Rund
Cover by Baron Engel
Daniel’s journey toward confidence in who he is has begun. Self-doubting and confused, he must deal with the multiple challenges facing him in the form of his studies as well as his new friends’ colorful way of life.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Terrie Smith Back cover by Jonas Silver Guest art by Terrie Smith
Nothing is without its price. In the aftermath of his increasing comfort with his sexuality, Daniel learns that even on a college campus, nobody is completely shielded from the reactions of a heterosexual society. And nothing can be as unifying– or as divisive– as a common threat.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Eric Elliott Back cover by Van Pigtain Guest art by Jonas Silver
High school romances never made sense at the time, but who would have thought they’d get even weirder at college? As Daniel continues to adjust to Hillard East, he reevaluates whether it’s really where he belongs.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Frank Gembeck, Jr. Back cover by Chris Sawyer Guest art by Terrie Smith, Frank Gembeck, Jr., and Chuck Davies
A two-part story; in the first, Daniel enjoys Christmas vacation back at home with his family– or perhaps “endures” would be more accurate. Upon his return, he is welcomed back by a New Year’s celebration– Hillard style. Where do they say home is again?
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Nakira Back cover by Jareth Guest art by Zjonni and Chuck Davies
One main story, one major problem. Every gay man or woman must eventually face the judgment of those from whom love and support is most crucial; what one can never predict is the unexpected places where help may be found.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Baron Engel
Issue 7 – Le Roi Es Mort. Vive Le Roi.
After the pain of rejection and the fears of being utterly alone, nothing can continue unchanged. The old life is gone; the new, just beginning.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Terrie Smith Back cover by Michelle Light Guest art by Roz Gibson, Terrie Smith and a special appearance by Scot Zellman
Issue 8 – The Sword of Damocles
Graduation brings happiness… and heartbreak. And family problems can no longer be put off. This is the day of reckoning.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Baron Engel Back cover by Chris McKinley and Andrew Murphy-Mee Guest art by Terrie Smith
Newest Items:
- Concealment, Lucid’s Dream, and The Muse by Alex Cockburn Package Deal – $40.00
- The Golden Week Part 4 by Douglass “Kimmy” Kim – $10.00
- The Muse by Alex Cockburn (Companion Booklet to Lucid’s Dream) – $5.00
Top Shipped Items Last Week:
Upcoming Conventions and Events:
- Biggest Little Fur Con
Reno, Nevada
May 12-15, 2016
Rabbit Valley Comics - CaliFur
Pomona, CA
June 3-5, 2016
Rabbit Valley Comics - Anthrocon
Pittsburgh, PA
June 30 – July 3, 2016
Kurst Hyperyote for Rabbit Valley Comics
Books Published By Rabbit Valley® Comics:
- Spooo Presents Series of Adult Comics
- Associated Student Bodies by Lance Rund and Chris McKinley (Updated)
- Circles by Andrew French, Steve Domanski, and Scott Fabianek
- Coyote River by Chris McKinley
- Dark Zel and Tredain
- Dragon’s Hoard Comics
- Fast Boyz Delivery Service by Werepuppy
- Jeremy Bernal Comics
- Novels by Alflor Aalto, Wolf, and others
- Ookami Kemono Books
- QuickDip Issue One by FastTrack
- Rocketship Rodents by Werepuppy and Trejaan
- Tales of Tobius by Agent Elrond
- Weady Set Go! Issue 1 by Furnut
- Webz Magazine by Kaputt
- Winding Silhouettes by A Blue Deer and Shana
- Zoorama Comics
- Knot Shy
Additionally, we have a host of awesome furry products by these fine creative suppliers:
- 2 the Ranting Gryphon’s Comedy DVDs and CDs
- Anthropomorphic Dreams novels and books
- Associated Student Bodies Comics and Portfolios
- Bernard Doove’s Chakat Titles
- Bad Dog Books Titles
- Bucktown Tiger’s Music CDs
- DJ Ear’s Album
- Dreamfield Comics magazines and comics
- Club Strips, Hot Cider Press, and Cocktails Titles
- Fur planet Comics, Novels and Novellas (Updated)
- Graveyard Greg’s Comics, Novels, and Novellas
- Jarlidium Press Comics and Fanzines
- J Michael Gallen Novels
- Jim Galford Novels
- JR’s Music
- Niic The Dog’s Music
- Radio Comix Titles
- Ringtail Cafe Comics
- Sofawolf Press Novels and Magazines
- Tales of the Tai Pan Universe
- YARF!
- We also have gift certificates available for that hard to shop for furry
All In-Stock items will ship within 24-48 hours of being ordered. Digital items will ship within 2 hours of payment confirmation.
Happy Wednesday Friends and Fans of Rabbit Valley® Comics,
We’re happy to announce that Associated Student Bodies by Lance Rund and Chris McKinley is now available for sale in a digital PDF format.
Issue 1 – New Student Orientation
Daniel King arrives at his college campus to find himself placed by a computer error in a junior/senior dorm– none other than the unofficial gay enclave of the campus.
32 pages; black-and-white
Art by Chris McKinley
Written and edited by Lance Rund
Cover by Baron Engel
Daniel’s journey toward confidence in who he is has begun. Self-doubting and confused, he must deal with the multiple challenges facing him in the form of his studies as well as his new friends’ colorful way of life.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Terrie Smith Back cover by Jonas Silver Guest art by Terrie Smith
Nothing is without its price. In the aftermath of his increasing comfort with his sexuality, Daniel learns that even on a college campus, nobody is completely shielded from the reactions of a heterosexual society. And nothing can be as unifying– or as divisive– as a common threat.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Eric Elliott Back cover by Van Pigtain Guest art by Jonas Silver
High school romances never made sense at the time, but who would have thought they’d get even weirder at college? As Daniel continues to adjust to Hillard East, he reevaluates whether it’s really where he belongs.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Frank Gembeck, Jr. Back cover by Chris Sawyer Guest art by Terrie Smith, Frank Gembeck, Jr., and Chuck Davies
A two-part story; in the first, Daniel enjoys Christmas vacation back at home with his family– or perhaps “endures” would be more accurate. Upon his return, he is welcomed back by a New Year’s celebration– Hillard style. Where do they say home is again?
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Nakira Back cover by Jareth Guest art by Zjonni and Chuck Davies
One main story, one major problem. Every gay man or woman must eventually face the judgment of those from whom love and support is most crucial; what one can never predict is the unexpected places where help may be found.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Baron Engel
Issue 7 – Le Roi Es Mort. Vive Le Roi.
After the pain of rejection and the fears of being utterly alone, nothing can continue unchanged. The old life is gone; the new, just beginning.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Terrie Smith Back cover by Michelle Light Guest art by Roz Gibson, Terrie Smith and a special appearance by Scot Zellman
Issue 8 – The Sword of Damocles
Graduation brings happiness… and heartbreak. And family problems can no longer be put off. This is the day of reckoning.
32 pages; black-and-white Art by Chris McKinley Written and edited by Lance Rund Cover by Baron Engel Back cover by Chris McKinley and Andrew Murphy-Mee Guest art by Terrie Smith
Happy Saturday Friend and Fans of Rabbit Valley Comics,
Top Shipped Items This Month So Far
(Including MCFC and FurTheMore Sales)
New Items:
- My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #41 MLP: FIM #41 – $4.25
- Concealment, Lucid’s Dream, and The Muse by Alex Cockburn Package Deal – $40.00
- My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #40 MLP: FIM #40 – $4.25
- The Golden Week Part 4 by Douglass “Kimmy” Kim – $10.00
- The Muse by Alex Cockburn (Companion Booklet to Lucid’s Dream) – $5.00
Scappo Print Shop Update:
Scappo has added over 30 new images to his print shop at Rabbit Valley.
Upcoming Conventions and Events:
- BabsCon
San Francisco, CA
April 22-24, 2016
Rabbit Valley Comics - Fur-Eh!
Edmonton, AB – Canada
May 6-8, 2016
Weasel Shots - Biggest Little Fur Con
Reno, Nevada
May 12-15, 2016
Rabbit Valley Comics - CaliFur
Pomona, CA
June 3-5, 2016
Rabbit Valley Comics - Anthrocon
Pittsburgh, PA
June 30 – July 3, 2016
Kurst Hyperyote for Rabbit Valley Comics
Books Published By Rabbit Valley® Comics:
- Spooo Presents Series of Adult Comics
- Associated Student Bodies by Lance Rund and Chris McKinley
- Burning Curiosity by HerrAardy and ScyStorm
- Circles by Andrew French, Steve Domanski, and Scott Fabianek
- Coyote River by Chris McKinley
- Dark Zel and Tredain
- Dragon’s Hoard Comics
- Fast Boyz Delivery Service by Werepuppy
- Jeremy Bernal Comics
- Novels by Alflor Aalto, Wolf, and others
- Ookami Kemono Books
- QuickDip Issue One by FastTrack
- Rocketship Rodents by Werepuppy and Trejaan
- Tales of Tobius by Agent Elrond
- Weady Set Go! Issue 1 by Furnut
- Webz Magazine by Kaputt
- Winding Silhouettes by A Blue Deer and Shana
- Zoorama Comics
- Knot Shy
Additionally, we have a host of awesome furry products by these fine creative suppliers:
- 2 the Ranting Gryphon’s Comedy DVDs and CDs
- Anthropomorphic Dreams novels and books
- Associated Student Bodies Comics and Portfolios
- Bernard Doove’s Chakat Titles
- Bad Dog Books Titles
- Bucktown Tiger’s Music CDs
- DJ Ear’s Album
- Dreamfield Comics magazines and comics
- Club Strips, Hot Cider Press, and Cocktails Titles
- Furplanet Comics, Novels and Novellas
- Graveyard Greg’s Comics, Novels, and Novellas
- Jarlidium Press Comics and Fanzines
- J Michael Gallen Novels
- Jim Galford Novels
- JR’s Music
- Niic The Dog’s Music
- Radio Comix Titles
- Ringtail Cafe Comics
- Sofawolf Press Novels and Magazines
- Tales of the Tai Pan Universe
- YARF!
- We also have gift certificates available for that hard to shop for furry
All In-Stock items will ship within 24-48 hours of being ordered. Digital items will ship within 2 hours of payment confirmation.
Shipping Department Closed
April 7-12,2016
Our shipping department will be closed April 7-12, 2016 as the staff is away at Motor City Fur Con and FurTheMore this weekend. We will process and ship all orders upon our return.
Pre-Orders of Lucid’s Dream will also ship on Tuesday, April 12.
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