Espio and Valdez as children. Often depicted amongst fans that Valdez is older than Espio, but it is never stated by how long.

Valdez looks a little older than I intended, and Espio more of a runt, though I did want him that way. Oh well. Estimated Ages: 12 or so for valdez, 9-10 for Espio

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Espio and Valdez © Archie Comics
Espio's Rendition © Me
valdez's Rendition ©  braincellassassin -Edited- Stupid alternate usernames >\