Bad Company #7

Bad Company #7 was published in 1988 as part of the influential British science fiction anthology 2000 AD. The series was created by writer Peter Milligan and artist Brett Ewins, with significant contributions from Jim McCarthy, to explore the grim realities of war through a satirical, psychedelic lens. Set on the alien planet Ararat, the narrative follows a group of misfit soldiers, providing a stark contrast to the more traditional, heroic war comics of the era.

The visual design of the series is celebrated for Ewins' raw, kinetic line work, which perfectly captured the nihilism and chaotic energy of the story. By the seventh issue, the series had established itself as a staple of 2000 AD, praised for its innovative storytelling and its willingness to tackle themes of trauma and institutional incompetence. It remains a hallmark of late 1980s British comics, representing a period when creators were increasingly pushing the boundaries of the medium's creative potential.