Lone Ranger: The Devil's Rope

Mark Russell and Bob Q are creating a new Lone Ranger adventure in 1883, where barbed wire is creating havoc in the Texas panhandle. The Lone Ranger must go all the way to the top to stop the villainy and rely on an old friend for help.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 08 October 2019
Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment

In the year 1883, a significant development occurred in the Texas panhandle: the introduction of barbed wire. This invention brought about a wave of chaos and turmoil, as it created obstacles that hindered the movement of open rangers and native tribes. A corrupted state senator, in collaboration with unscrupulous ranchers, conspired to make the land unnavigable for these groups, effectively blocking their access to resources and territories. To exacerbate the situation, they passed new laws granting cattlemen the right to kill anyone caught cutting the wire. The consequences were devastating, as innocent people suffered at the hands of these ruthless individuals.

Recognizing the urgent need for action, The Lone Ranger, a legendary hero known for his bravery and commitment to justice, stepped forward to confront this rampant villainy. However, he soon realized that to truly bring an end to this injustice, he would have to go all the way to the top and rely on an old friend for help.

The Lone Ranger's old friend was a wealthy and influential businessman named John Reid. Reid had been a close ally of The Lone Ranger's during his early days of fighting crime, and he was now willing to lend his support in the fight against the corrupt state senator and the ranchers. Together, they devised a plan to expose the corrupt officials and bring them to justice.

Their first step was to gather evidence of the conspiracy. They spent months conducting investigations, gathering information, and interviewing witnesses. They pieced together a compelling case that would hold up in court. With their evidence in hand, they approached the governor, who was ultimately responsible for enforcing the law.

The governor was initially hesitant to take action, but The Lone Ranger and John Reid persisted in their efforts, presenting their evidence and making a compelling case for justice. Eventually, the governor was persuaded to take action, and he ordered the arrest of the corrupt state senator and the ranchers.

The trial was a long and arduous process, but The Lone Ranger and John Reid remained steadfast in their pursuit of justice. They presented their evidence with conviction and professionalism, and the jury returned with a unanimous verdict: guilty. The corrupt officials were sentenced to severe penalties, and the land that had been stolen from the native tribes was returned to them.

The Lone Ranger and John Reid's efforts to bring down the corrupt state senator and the ranchers were a triumph for justice and the rule of law. Their bravery and determination inspired others to stand up against injustice, and their legacy continues to be celebrated to this day.

In conclusion, the introduction of barbed wire in 1883 created a crisis in the Texas panhandle, as it hindered the movement of open rangers and native tribes. A corrupt state senator and unscrupulous ranchers conspired to make the land unnavigable, passing new laws that allowed cattlemen to kill anyone caught cutting the wire. The Lone Ranger, a legendary hero known for his bravery and commitment to justice, stepped forward to confront this rampant villainy. He relied on an old friend, John Reid, a wealthy and influential businessman, to expose the corrupt officials and bring them to justice. Their efforts were successful, and the corrupt officials were sentenced to severe penalties, and the land that had been stolen from the native tribes was returned to them. The Lone Ranger and John Reid's legacy continues to inspire others to stand up against injustice and fight for the rule of law.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 182 x 258 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781524111434