Spy Bunnies #2 — Chuck Dixon and Shigari’s 1965 Vatican Thriller Climax

The Spy Bunnies’ 1965 Rome adventure reaches its explosive conclusion in issue two. With Chuck Dixon writing and Shigari handling the cover art, this final chapter pits the team against a Soviet plot to drain the Vatican’s gold reserves. A sultry, high-stakes spy thriller that demands a closer look.

There is a specific kind of joy found in comics that embrace their genre roots without apology. Spy Bunnies does exactly that, and its second and final issue is a masterclass in that energy. You are about to dive into a story that feels pulled from the golden age of espionage fiction, where the stakes are personal, the locations are iconic, and the danger is real. This is the kind of book that makes you want to lean back and just enjoy the ride.

Set in Rome during 1965, the Spy Bunnies are on assignment when they stumble onto a serious threat. A group of Soviet spies has uncovered a plan to steal the Vatican’s gold, and they aren’t just talking about it—they’re drilling. The team is now in a race against the clock to stop the underground operation before the treasure disappears into the night. It’s a setup that promises tension, intrigue, and a lot of action in some of the most beautiful cityscapes in comic history.

Chuck Dixon’s writing brings a sharp, confident voice to this sultry spy adventure. He knows how to pace a thriller, keeping the pressure mounting until the final pages. Erwin Prasetya’s artwork inside keeps the visual energy high, grounding the espionage in a world that feels lived-in and dangerous. And for those who appreciate the outer layer of the book, Shigari’s cover art for this issue sets the tone perfectly—stylish, mysterious, and undeniably cool.

If you enjoy stories where the characters are as stylish as they are skilled, this is the one to grab. It’s a compact, self-contained thrill that respects your time and delivers on its promises. Trust me when I say this is the kind of book that stays with you long after you’ve turned the last page. It’s a quick, potent hit of espionage fiction that doesn’t waste a single moment.

Keep an eye on the print run for this one. As the final issue of a short, focused series, copies tend to move quickly once readers realize how tightly plotted the whole thing is. This is the last chance to bring home the complete Rome adventure, and I think you’ll be glad you did.