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Troy Mock is the Texas-born creator of The Crazy World of Roach & Budd and the unforgettable, now legendary Pothead—a giant, smiling mascot who shuts down entire convention aisles the moment he appears. Troy built his cartoon universe from the ground up, starting with simple sketches that evolved into storylines, comic strips, animated shorts, and ultimately a full walk-around character that people chase down for photos.
What makes Troy stand apart is his ability to turn imagination into something you can actually touch, see, and laugh with. Roach and Budd were his first creations—two chaotic, hilarious, late-night-cartoon-style personalities with their own quirks and rhythm. But when the Legendary Pothead came to life, everything changed. The character didn’t just land; it hit the floor like a celebrity.
Attendees stop mid-conversation. Vendors wave him over. People who’ve never heard of Roach & Budd still recognize the mascot instantly. That’s the power of a creator who understands how to make something stick in your mind.
Troy isn’t chasing trends or permission. He’s an artist who builds his world by hand—one sketch, one character, one unforgettable moment at a time. And in an industry crowded with brands trying to look alike, he’s carved out something genuinely original: cannabis entertainment that is bold, funny, and unmistakably his own.
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