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Tank Girl #5
Tank Girl: Apocalypse
Join everybody’s favourite beer-swilling, chain-smoking, kangaroo-worrying lunatic as she ‘bumps’ her way through another increasingly bizarre escapade. Tank Girl’s back and this time she’s pregnant... yes, pregnant! How will our manic heroine cope with looming motherhood? Is it Booga’s? What will it look like? And what do the followers of the Blood God Baal have to do with it? Written by Alan Grant (Batman), with art by Tank Girl regular Philip Bond. For Adults Only !
104 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 2003
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Alan Grant
1,712 books144 followersAlan Grant was a Scottish comic book writer known for writing Judge Dredd in 2000 AD as well as various Batman titles during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He is also the creator of the character Anarky.
Alan Grant first entered the comics industry in 1967 when he became an editor for D.C. Thomson before moving to London from Dundee in 1970 to work for IPC on various romance magazines. After going back to college and having a series of jobs, Grant found himself back in Dundee and living on Social Security. He then met John Wagner, another former D.C. Thompson editor, who was helping put together a new science fiction comic for IPC, 2000 A.D., and was unable to complete his other work. Wagner asked Grant if he could help him write the Tarzan comic he was working on; so began the Wagner/Grant writing partnership.
The pair eventually co-wrote Judge Dredd. They would work on other popular strips for the comic, including Robo-Hunter and Strontium Dog using the pseudonym T.B. Grover. Grant also worked on other people's stories, changing and adding dialogue, most notably Harry Twenty on the High Rock, written by Gerry Finley-Day. Judge Dredd would be Grant's main concern for much of the 1980s. Grant and Wagner had developed the strip into the most popular in 2000AD as well as creating lengthy epic storylines such as The Apocalypse War. Grant also wrote for other IPC comics such as the revamped Eagle.
By the late 1980s, Grant and Wagner were about to move into the American comic market. Their first title was a 12-issue miniseries called Outcasts for DC Comics. Although it wasn't a success, it paved the way for the pair to write Batman stories in Detective Comics from issue 583, largely with Norm Breyfogle on art duties across the various Batman titles Grant moved to. After a dozen issues, Wagner left Grant as sole writer. Grant was one of the main Batman writers until the late 1990s. The pair also created a four issue series for Epic Comics called The Last American. This series, as well as the Chopper storyline in Judge Dredd, is blamed for the breakup of the Wagner/Grant partnership. The pair split strips, with Wagner keeping Judge Dredd and Grant keeping Strontium Dog and Judge Anderson. Grant and Wagner continue to work together on special projects such as the Batman/Judge Dredd crossover Judgement on Gotham. During the late 1980s, Grant experienced a philosophical transformation and declared himself an anarchist. The creation of the supervillain Anarky was initially intended as a vehicle for exploring his political opinions through the comic medium. In the following years, he would continue to utilize the character in a similar fashion as his philosophy evolved.
Grant's projects at the start of the 90s included writing Detective Comics and Strontium Dog, but two projects in particular are especially notable. The first is The Bogie Man, a series co-written by Wagner which was the pair's first venture into independent publishing. The second is Lobo, a character created by Keith Giffen as a supporting character in The Omega Men. Lobo gained his own four issue mini series in 1990 which was drawn by Simon Bisley. This was a parody of the 'dark, gritty' comics of the time and proved hugely popular. After several other miniseries (all written by Grant, sometimes with Giffen as co-writer), Lobo received his own ongoing series. Grant was also writing L.E.G.I.O.N. (a Legion of Super-Heroes spin-off) and The Demon (a revival of Jack Kirby's charac
Alan Grant first entered the comics industry in 1967 when he became an editor for D.C. Thomson before moving to London from Dundee in 1970 to work for IPC on various romance magazines. After going back to college and having a series of jobs, Grant found himself back in Dundee and living on Social Security. He then met John Wagner, another former D.C. Thompson editor, who was helping put together a new science fiction comic for IPC, 2000 A.D., and was unable to complete his other work. Wagner asked Grant if he could help him write the Tarzan comic he was working on; so began the Wagner/Grant writing partnership.
The pair eventually co-wrote Judge Dredd. They would work on other popular strips for the comic, including Robo-Hunter and Strontium Dog using the pseudonym T.B. Grover. Grant also worked on other people's stories, changing and adding dialogue, most notably Harry Twenty on the High Rock, written by Gerry Finley-Day. Judge Dredd would be Grant's main concern for much of the 1980s. Grant and Wagner had developed the strip into the most popular in 2000AD as well as creating lengthy epic storylines such as The Apocalypse War. Grant also wrote for other IPC comics such as the revamped Eagle.
By the late 1980s, Grant and Wagner were about to move into the American comic market. Their first title was a 12-issue miniseries called Outcasts for DC Comics. Although it wasn't a success, it paved the way for the pair to write Batman stories in Detective Comics from issue 583, largely with Norm Breyfogle on art duties across the various Batman titles Grant moved to. After a dozen issues, Wagner left Grant as sole writer. Grant was one of the main Batman writers until the late 1990s. The pair also created a four issue series for Epic Comics called The Last American. This series, as well as the Chopper storyline in Judge Dredd, is blamed for the breakup of the Wagner/Grant partnership. The pair split strips, with Wagner keeping Judge Dredd and Grant keeping Strontium Dog and Judge Anderson. Grant and Wagner continue to work together on special projects such as the Batman/Judge Dredd crossover Judgement on Gotham. During the late 1980s, Grant experienced a philosophical transformation and declared himself an anarchist. The creation of the supervillain Anarky was initially intended as a vehicle for exploring his political opinions through the comic medium. In the following years, he would continue to utilize the character in a similar fashion as his philosophy evolved.
Grant's projects at the start of the 90s included writing Detective Comics and Strontium Dog, but two projects in particular are especially notable. The first is The Bogie Man, a series co-written by Wagner which was the pair's first venture into independent publishing. The second is Lobo, a character created by Keith Giffen as a supporting character in The Omega Men. Lobo gained his own four issue mini series in 1990 which was drawn by Simon Bisley. This was a parody of the 'dark, gritty' comics of the time and proved hugely popular. After several other miniseries (all written by Grant, sometimes with Giffen as co-writer), Lobo received his own ongoing series. Grant was also writing L.E.G.I.O.N. (a Legion of Super-Heroes spin-off) and The Demon (a revival of Jack Kirby's charac
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March 20, 2018
This particular book was a major bummer after reading several of the other books from around that time and the newest series. This book already was placing the main character, Tank Girl, into a role she never wanted to pursue in the first place.
The introduction has her kangaroo boyfriend/companion Booga joking or being shitty about Tank Girl possibly being asleep/unconscious while he had sex with her. First off, this is already an extremely toxic situation, so mark that down. Secondly, the wrote Booga as a cruel and inconsiderate asshat. Booga 90% of the time of the old AND new series has been a lovable oaf who has a very kind heart.
Beyond this there were too many uncomfortable "jokes" about Tank Girl being a bitch, how Booga was constantly horny with zero consideration to how Tank Girl felt about it, the doctor literally knocking her out to see if she was pregnant (i.e. invading her physical privacy and being extremely pervy about it), and everyone completely invading Tank Girl's physical autonomy.
This didn't feel like a proper Tank Girl book, and I think it really failed the series.
The introduction has her kangaroo boyfriend/companion Booga joking or being shitty about Tank Girl possibly being asleep/unconscious while he had sex with her. First off, this is already an extremely toxic situation, so mark that down. Secondly, the wrote Booga as a cruel and inconsiderate asshat. Booga 90% of the time of the old AND new series has been a lovable oaf who has a very kind heart.
Beyond this there were too many uncomfortable "jokes" about Tank Girl being a bitch, how Booga was constantly horny with zero consideration to how Tank Girl felt about it, the doctor literally knocking her out to see if she was pregnant (i.e. invading her physical privacy and being extremely pervy about it), and everyone completely invading Tank Girl's physical autonomy.
This didn't feel like a proper Tank Girl book, and I think it really failed the series.
May 25, 2009
After watching the movie, I had to read the graphic novels, but unfortunate for me, even at age 16, I didn't know how bloody expensive graphic novels were! So I bought the only "Tank Girl" on the shelf at my local comic book store. $20. Are you serious? ..yes
Anyway, upon buying the book, I felt stupid for using my last 20-dollar bill on such a silly thing. My parents chided me and I felt dumber, but not totally regretful. I read the friggin' thing because I bought it. And you know what?
I lurved it.
And I know I started with the wrong volume, but I STILL liked it. It was funny and edgy and Tank Girl is a badass and I want to read more. I adored the art (similar to that of the Gorillaz peoples) and it was just great.
So read it, but advise you to find a cheaper/better deal on it because graphic novels are expensivo.
Anyway, upon buying the book, I felt stupid for using my last 20-dollar bill on such a silly thing. My parents chided me and I felt dumber, but not totally regretful. I read the friggin' thing because I bought it. And you know what?
I lurved it.
And I know I started with the wrong volume, but I STILL liked it. It was funny and edgy and Tank Girl is a badass and I want to read more. I adored the art (similar to that of the Gorillaz peoples) and it was just great.
So read it, but advise you to find a cheaper/better deal on it because graphic novels are expensivo.
October 29, 2010
If you're familiar with Tank Girl, you know that she's far from the motherly type- despite hints early in the series that she'd eventually get knocked up. A girl who wishes for the world's biggest can of lager & spends her time shooting things with her tank just doesn't really sound like a great role model for a baby. Too bad for her that destiny has other things in mind.
Booga knows something's wrong when TG refuses her morning brewski & when she isn't cheered up by blowing something up with her beloved tank, TG sets off on a walk to clear her head. Little does she know that she's in for a little bundle of joy that is heralded by many as a messiah sent for the end of days.
While nothing will ever take volume 1's place as my absolute favorite (my first taste of the comics), this volume is still pretty fun. The artwork is absolutely gorgeous & the colors just really pop. I can't really compare this to the un-remastered version since I've never seen it, but this really was well done.
Fans of TG will love this comic. Fans of Jamie Hewlett will love this comic. People who haven't heard of her will still get some enjoyment out of this but would be better served by picking up some of the earlier volumes or at least the movie. (The movie is terrible when compared to the comics but is still pretty fun to watch.)
Booga knows something's wrong when TG refuses her morning brewski & when she isn't cheered up by blowing something up with her beloved tank, TG sets off on a walk to clear her head. Little does she know that she's in for a little bundle of joy that is heralded by many as a messiah sent for the end of days.
While nothing will ever take volume 1's place as my absolute favorite (my first taste of the comics), this volume is still pretty fun. The artwork is absolutely gorgeous & the colors just really pop. I can't really compare this to the un-remastered version since I've never seen it, but this really was well done.
Fans of TG will love this comic. Fans of Jamie Hewlett will love this comic. People who haven't heard of her will still get some enjoyment out of this but would be better served by picking up some of the earlier volumes or at least the movie. (The movie is terrible when compared to the comics but is still pretty fun to watch.)
June 4, 2021
So back from my morning walk and I needed something fun and light to read. There you have Tank Girl: Apocalypse by Alan Grant. Tank Girl is feeling despondent so boyfriend Booga, the mutant kangaroo calls the doc in. Turns out TG is pregnant. Is Booga the dad? Will their home in the outback soon be filled with bouncing mutant kangaroo kids?
Outside the world is about to explode. Religious nuts are awaiting the re-awakening of Baal. Some think TG's newborn is the Messiah. Rich people are building bunkers to hide in to await the collapse of the rest of the earth. TG and friends, Booga, Sub Girl, Jet Girl (my fav, she's hot) and the rest attempt to save the world. Can they? Is it worth it?
Great art work as always, unashamedly funny. My fall back graphic novel series. (3.5 stars)
Outside the world is about to explode. Religious nuts are awaiting the re-awakening of Baal. Some think TG's newborn is the Messiah. Rich people are building bunkers to hide in to await the collapse of the rest of the earth. TG and friends, Booga, Sub Girl, Jet Girl (my fav, she's hot) and the rest attempt to save the world. Can they? Is it worth it?
Great art work as always, unashamedly funny. My fall back graphic novel series. (3.5 stars)
January 6, 2021
3 1/2 stars. Tank Girl gets pregnant is a GREAT idea, but the execution makes me long for Hewlett and Martin. Hell, even just Martin, really.
November 30, 2025
I give this a 3/5 stars 'cause while it's entertaining and the art is pretty good and more, it's an completely disappointment in comparison to other Tank Girl comics.
It's sexist in ways you might not have noticed, like Tank Girl getting pregnant just because; being constantly told that she must pursue being a mother and that she must be grateful that she carries the messiah because supposedly being a mother is a woman's greatest honor or whatever.
Furthermore, Booga was incredibly annoying and also sexist, having no regard to Tank Girl's feelings and always wanting and trying to have sex with Tank Girl even when she doesn't feel like it.
While Tank Girl is usually very feminist, mostly considering the time in which it was made an how women were treated, this comic was, as I've said, a disappointment. It left me pretty dissatisfied.
However, it's not all bad. It's still fun to read and I like how they made a whole chapter/story that's basically "eat the rich" (figuratively and literally).
In conclusion, I recommend it, just not as much as I would recommend another Tank Girl comic.
It's sexist in ways you might not have noticed, like Tank Girl getting pregnant just because; being constantly told that she must pursue being a mother and that she must be grateful that she carries the messiah because supposedly being a mother is a woman's greatest honor or whatever.
Furthermore, Booga was incredibly annoying and also sexist, having no regard to Tank Girl's feelings and always wanting and trying to have sex with Tank Girl even when she doesn't feel like it.
While Tank Girl is usually very feminist, mostly considering the time in which it was made an how women were treated, this comic was, as I've said, a disappointment. It left me pretty dissatisfied.
However, it's not all bad. It's still fun to read and I like how they made a whole chapter/story that's basically "eat the rich" (figuratively and literally).
In conclusion, I recommend it, just not as much as I would recommend another Tank Girl comic.
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October 20, 2021
I am well aware who Tank Girl is, but I've never actually read or watched anything involving her until now. What a ride it was! Raunchy, dirty, witty – loved every second of it! Reminded me of Heavy Metal. Not much more can be said other than it was a bumpy, beautiful ride with lots of dirt and some (not much) depth too!
October 23, 2019
Me ha aburrido bastante, lo cual me pone tristísimo :(
May 18, 2020
Lewd, crude, and rude. Love every minute of it!
September 25, 2021
Love the cover but didn’t really hold my attention.
April 20, 2022
It's a pretty solid story for the first half, but kinda unravels during the third chapter and doesn't really recover until the climax.
November 19, 2023
A very funny tale that constantly finds ways to one up itself until the very end.
May 3, 2024
Started off slow but got good and crazy. My favorite image was Tank Girl wearing a Hello Kitty shirt. Second favorite image was the reveal of the Tank Baby!
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July 3, 2025
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December 27, 2013
Decent origin story for the 'roos. Somehow this was one of the more coherent story arcs (not that it's saying much) with much hilarity, carnage, protuberant eyes, sweaty grins, and gunfire added to the already potent mix of politics, the concept that each and every politician and world leader is not only evil, conniving, greedy and self-centered but also a disciple of the blood-god Baal and deliberately triggers Armagaeddon as an act of worship, asteroids, Godzilla, Hitler, Mars bases, and pregnancy.
Refreshingly, the heroes don't save the planet, and decide to get drunk instead while the politicians eat each other. Don't think I've seen that happen before.
What, spoiler alert? You really expected anything less bizarre from this series? You wanted to be surprised? You're reading the wrong comic.
Refreshingly, the heroes don't save the planet, and decide to get drunk instead while the politicians eat each other. Don't think I've seen that happen before.
What, spoiler alert? You really expected anything less bizarre from this series? You wanted to be surprised? You're reading the wrong comic.
March 5, 2013
I loved it as usual haha. Tank Girl is awesome. I didn't give a full 5stars however because I felt it wasn't quite tank girl as tank girl should be. Apocalypse was a lot more organised than what Tank Girl should be. that is also obviously due to having two completely new authors. however I still felt like I was in the story and it was admittedly somewhat refreshing to read a full continous story. I loved the idea of a tank baby and how at times tank girl herself becomes slightly softer in nature but just to have a fist in the face reminder that there's no such thing ;) enjoyed it and I'd recommend it to people who wish to know about tank girl but are too soft and who cannot handle her awesome chaotic nature of the true tank girl the way hewlett and martin had intended XD
May 16, 2012
Hah! Tank Girl is preggers in this one! I really enjoyed the art and coloring, but the inking wasn't as impressive as volumes 1-3. There are 2 stories, the first longer one that was initially 4 issues (covers are in the back), and a second shorter one off that's like a "Legend of Tank Girl" tall tale.
This volume and The Odyssey, over the others (1-3), are your best bet if you're a first timer to the world of Tank Girl, since they have actual story lines & plots. You get a better sense of the characters in this wacked out universe.
This volume and The Odyssey, over the others (1-3), are your best bet if you're a first timer to the world of Tank Girl, since they have actual story lines & plots. You get a better sense of the characters in this wacked out universe.
May 7, 2013
I've got to be honest I was rather disappointed by this given the reputation it has for pushing boundaries and causing controversy. I don't know what I was expecting but it certainly wasn't something this crude and loutish, I knew it was graphic but there didn't seem any meaning, thought or depth beneath it, which for me was a bit of a disappointment. The illustrations are good and the story isn't bad but to be honest I'd give it a miss unless you're already a fan of the series.
April 26, 2014
It's been a very long time since I last read any Tank Girl, but I do remember the whole thing being more insane and disordered than this volume. For that reason this is a good read for TG newbies (as long as you can just accept the fact that her boyfriend is a mutant kangaroo) because it reads with a linear narrative - TG getting pregnant and promptly giving birth during the apocalypse, together with a drugged up Richard & Judy paradoy. Love it.
July 5, 2014
Funny, offensive just what you want from a Tank Girl story. The end of the world is coming, mostly due to power hungry, religious fanatics who goes to war with basically everyone.
Does Tank Girl care, no she's off the booze, the sex and the drugs!!!
OH NO!!!
Is our anarchic, couldn't give a rats ass, heroine truly ill, losing her mind or is she up the duff with the coming messiah that could save the world.
It's a crazy and bumpy ride, grab a 6 pack and get ready for Tank Girl!!!
Does Tank Girl care, no she's off the booze, the sex and the drugs!!!
OH NO!!!
Is our anarchic, couldn't give a rats ass, heroine truly ill, losing her mind or is she up the duff with the coming messiah that could save the world.
It's a crazy and bumpy ride, grab a 6 pack and get ready for Tank Girl!!!
April 26, 2016
Pritchett's artwork leaves much to be desired, coming across as sloppy if anything. Worth a read if you're a TG fan, and possibly if you're a newcomer to the series as Grant provides a rather simplistic and watered down narrative compared to earlier tales. Unfortunately this story pales in comparison to the earlier issues' hilarity and anarchy.
July 7, 2007
Thi$ i$ an appalling abomination. Why they cho$e to re$urrect thi$ fanta$tic character without her creator$ i$ anyone'$ gue$$.
January 18, 2008
I mean it's Tank Girl, you cant really go wrong. I think that I am going to start giving this out at every baby shower I go to (she gets pregnant in it)!
August 21, 2011
Irreverent, juvenile, crass, not well drawn. Not my bag.
July 14, 2012
TG gets knocked up! All your favorite characters also make an appearance.
June 7, 2013
via NYPL - a fun, irreverent romp.
October 25, 2013
Boring, loutish, unfocused. I know Tank Girl is famous, but why? Curious to read more, but didn't enjoy this.
June 8, 2015
Collection of tank girl stories because you can never have enough. One of my favourites.
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December 13, 2015Is this what Tank Girl is? I've heard so much and I was ...underwhelmed.
December 4, 2016
I actually enjoyed this one because it made sense.. it is by a bigger publisher..this is Tank Girl spiffed up and spit shined!
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