Character Relationship Map: Pulp

Characters

• Tony (played by Jay Sutherland) — protagonist

  Tony is the nice-guy owner of Junk Comics and the story's central protagonist. He plans to launch his new superhero title, The Sodomizer, at the British International Comic Show, but is recruited by t...

• Keith (played by Simon Burbage) — supporting

  Keith is one of Tony's trusty geek sidekicks. He supports Tony as Tony prepares to launch The Sodomizer and becomes involved when the police recruit Tony to identify the Geordie criminals using anothe...

• Rick (played by Gavin Molloy) — supporting

  Rick is one of Tony's trusty geek sidekicks and assists him during the crisis surrounding Junk Comics. He is involved in Tony's effort to identify the Geordie criminals who are laundering money throug...

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Rick → Keith (Alliance Co-Sidekick) — Rick and Keith share a supporting team role beside Tony.

  The plot names Rick and Keith together as Tony's trusty geek sidekicks.

• Tony → Keith (Narrative Trusted Sidekick) — Keith supports Tony as part of his investigative team.

  The plot identifies Keith as one of Tony's trusty geek sidekicks who helps him pursue the culprits.

• Tony → Rick (Narrative Trusted Sidekick) — Rick functions as Tony's supporting sidekick during the investigation.

  The plot identifies Rick as one of Tony's trusty geek sidekicks who aids him in overcoming the criminal conspiracy.

Story Analysis

A comic-shop owner is pulled into a criminal investigation and must rely on his geek sidekicks to pursue justice and become a real-life hero.

Plot Progression

1. The Last Comic Gamble — Tony Leary runs Junk Comics and prepares one final attempt to succeed. He plans to launch The Sodomizer at the British International Comic Show.
2. Criminals Behind The Comics — A gang of Geordie criminals uses another comic company to launder dirty money. Their operation threatens the world surrounding Tony's planned launch.
3. The Police Assignment — The police draft Tony to identify the culprits and help bring them to justice. His commercial ambition becomes tied to a dangerous investigation.
4. The Geek Sidekicks — Rick and Keith aid Tony as he pursues the criminals. Together, the three face the odds surrounding the investigation and the comic launch.
5. Becoming A Real Hero — Tony continues toward justice despite the obstacles confronting him. His struggle allows him to become a real-life hero.