Welcome to the official Red Plains website!

No stereotypes. No shortcuts.

Written and created by Caryn A. Tate and illustrated by various artists, Red Plains is an authentic, ongoing comic book series that is centered on a town filled with murder, lust, and greed. The series deals with the West as it really was – violent and unpredictable – and doesn’t fall back on any tired tropes. And, just like reality, the actions of and decisions made by a single character have an impact on other characters and the world in which they live.

The series features a diverse cast of characters – the main characters include the wealthy Latino family the Escovidos; rancher Doug Stevens and his spoiled son, Jackson; struggling father/daughter farmers Isaac and Rose Templeton; and the local politicians, prostitutes, cowboys, and Sheriff Doles and his deputies, who are trying to keep a lid on things.

Red Plains started out as a webcomic on Top Shelf 2.0, and is now available for download – with lots of bonus content included – at Graphic.ly and MyDigitalComics.com.

New addition: Red Plains: The Ballad of Double Ott Now Available

$2.99              Download at Graphicly

3 issues (66 pages) – written by Caryn A. Tate; art by Mike D. Kim

Action-packed, bloody, and thrilling, this tale is a landmark in the world of Red Plains! A mysterious bounty hunter appears, bringing with him news of a man who has plagued the town, and Sheriff Doles in particular. It’s the return of one of the most chilling outlaws Red Plains has seen yet: “No Nose” Velasquez! And what will his presence mean for the future of Lupe Escovido? Loaded with bonus content including audio commentary by series creator Caryn A. Tate, swipe effect art extras, and script excerpts, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up.” Influenced by film noir, the classic pulps, true crime, and, most importantly, the authentic Western lifestyle and history as lived and researched by its author, Red Plains is the real deal. “The Ballad of Double Ott” is brought to life by writer and series creator Caryn A. Tate and dynamic artist Mike D. Kim.

New addition: Red Plains: Christmastime is Here Now Available

99 cents      Download at Graphic.ly

1 issues (22 pages) – written by Caryn A. Tate; art by Gary Fitzgerald

In this stand-alone tale, enjoy a Real West holiday season with Harry & Laura Blass; the Escovido family; the cowboys of the Devil’s Hed Ranch; and the lawmen, who must deal with an unexpected crisis. Bonus content includes audio commentary with writer Caryn A. Tate and artist Gary Fitzgerald. Influenced by film noir, the classic pulps, true crime, and, most importantly, the authentic Western lifestyle and history as lived and researched by its creator, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up” – it’s the real deal. “Christmastime is Here” is brought to life by writer and series creator Caryn A. Tate and the rich, beautiful art of Gary Fitzgerald.

New addition: Red Plains: The Scurvy Now Available

$1.99 for Double-Sized Issue     Download at Graphic.ly

2 issues (44 pages) – written by Caryn A. Tate; art by Gary Fitzgerald

DOUBLE-SIZED ISSUE! Experience the horrors of the West firsthand! In this one-off story, Isaac Templeton recounts the ordeal of migrating West in a wagon train. But what happens if the man in charge is not looking out for the best interests of the group? Bonus content includes audio commentary with writer Caryn A. Tate and artist Gary Fitzgerald, concept art, character information, and script excerpts. Influenced by film noir, the classic pulps, true crime, and, most importantly, the authentic Western lifestyle and history as lived and researched by its creator, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up” – it’s the real deal. “The Scurvy” is brought to life by writer and series creator Caryn A. Tate and the beautiful art of Gary Fitzgerald.

New addition: Red Plains: Some Kind of Closure Now Available

99 cents     Download at Graphic.ly

1 issue – written by Caryn A. Tate; art by Gary Fitzgerald

In this one-off tale following the explosive events of the “Nice Place to Raise Your Kids Up” storyline, Sheriff Doles and the other townsfolk of Red Plains take stock of what they’ve lost and how to move forward. Bonus content includes audio commentary with writer Caryn A. Tate and artist Gary Fitzgerald, concept art, character information, and script excerpts. Influenced by film noir, the classic pulps, true crime, and, most importantly, the authentic Western lifestyle and history as lived and researched by its creator, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up” – it’s the real deal.

New addition: Red Plains: Mi Amor Now Available

$1.99 for Double-Sized Issue      Download at Graphic.ly

2 issues (44 pages) – written by Caryn A. Tate, art by Mike D. Kim

DOUBLE-SIZED ISSUE – 44 pages of story! In the midst of the brutal Mexican-American War, young Luis Escovido is exposed to horrors that will either make or break him. In this action-packed, stand alone tale, experience the wild world of Red Plains first hand. Packed with bonus content including audio commentary by series creator Caryn A. Tate, concept art, character information, and script excerpts, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up” – it’s the real deal.

New Addition: Red Plains: Nice Place to Raise Your Kids Up Now Available

First issue is FREE;  $0.99 for each subsequent issue! Or, download the Collected Edition for $3.99, which includes the extras for all 6 chapters! Download at Graphic.ly

6 issues – written by Caryn A. Tate, art by Larry Watts

Each issue includes audio commentary and other extras!

This action-packed, character-driven story marks a major turning point for the people of Red Plains! The town’s leadership has joined forces with the most influential men in town, including the wealthy Don Luis Escovido. Their goal? Sheriff Doles: ruined, replaced or dead. Everyone’s actions come to a head in a thrilling climax you’ll never see coming! Loaded with bonus content including audio commentary by series creator Caryn A. Tate, character backgrounds, and script excerpts, Red Plains is more than a simple “shoot-’em-up.” Influenced by film noir, the classic pulps, true crime, and, most importantly, the authentic Western lifestyle and history as lived and researched by its author, Red Plains is the real deal. “Nice Place” is brought to life by writer and series creator Caryn A. Tate and dynamic artist Larry Watts.