brendala

This DC Comic is from 1998 and features a story that has surprisingly overt Shaggy/Velma hints. And, believe it or not, it introduces a romantic conflict between them without turning either of them (or Scooby) into OOC jerks!

It's not perfect; but I'm just happy to know that the-show-that-shall-not-be-named was NOT the first time these two were canonized as potential romantic interests.

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WHOA! Did Shaggy just kinda sorta imply that she's a tramp for going off with that guy!? DAMN! O_o

Good thing THIS version of Velma doesn't take shit from guys (no matter how much she likes them)!! That "Go date a Scooby snack" retort was awesome! XD

Awww, he tried to get her away from danger despite being pissed at her.
Granted, he loses points for doing it against her will, but it's the thought that counts, right?

Some of the characterizations are a bit odd (like Velma calling him "Norville" and Shaggy being weird about showing emotion), but I think this was a neat attempt at showcasing them as a possible romantic couple.

The other story in this comic is also centered on "romance". However, it focuses on the frightening, nightmare fuel variety of romance.