So here's how this went down.

1) Friend laments that this cover is deceptive: the comic itself did not feature Hot Rod in bondage in any prominent way.

2) Other friend points out that he doesn't seem to be tied up competently anyway. Those are more slings than cuffs.

3) As usual, I get the urge to Fixit.

( 4) This happens. (NSFW) )

And that is my life.