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WCDT: 2563-2567 (28 October-1 November 2013) Weekly Comic Discussion Thread
Kugai:
So it would appear that Dale and Marigold are the stereotypical geeky nerd virgins we all thought they were.
This will either be the beginning of a beautiful relationship
Or a disaster of Titanic proportions.
Method of Madness:
--- Quote from: Akima on 01 Nov 2013, 01:27 ---Except of course for, y'know, sexism.
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Right. That's a pretty big reason.
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--- Quote from: Method of Madness on 29 Oct 2013, 20:58 ---How'd you even know to check? Now I've seen Friday's comic, but not Thursday's. I guess if you want to talk about it use spoiler tags.
(click to show/hide)Apparently we'll find out that Dale's a virgin. Also Faye and Dora are kind of shitty.
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Hehe, called it ;)
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Ha, I'd take credit for "calling it", but I'd actually seen the comic when I posted that. (He accidentally posted it when he posted Wednesday's, you just had to type in the right URL). Ya probably knew that, hence the ;), but I figure I'd clarify for those watching at home.
YourEvilExGirlfriend:
--- Quote from: Midwesterner on 01 Nov 2013, 08:19 ---^^^Fourthly. Between the assumptions by the other characters, and the whole air of "when are they going to do it?", this thread feels like something that is very rare on QC: this arc feels heavy handed and out of character.
I hope we get back to coffee shop dynamics again soon. Tai and Dora's snarky cameo are the best part of this arc.
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It doesn't feel out of character to me. Members of the QC cast can and do screw up royally and this whole arc feels like it may be used to showcase the potential pitfalls of getting too hyper-involved in your friends' lives. Clearly, Faye, Marten, Hannelore and Momo (and whoever else has shown their support of this particular romance) have the best intentions. Marigold frequently puts herself down; a good portion of her comic appearances have her vocalizing her insecurities about being an unattractive shut-in and wishing she had a boyfriend (or at least a date). This is not lost on her friends and they want her to be happy and they think getting her a boyfriend will make her happy. The entire gang is like a big family and they love to help and support each other.
Unfortunately, in this case, their enthusiasm to help Marigold may blind them to the fact that some matters require a little more delicacy and that as much as people want to achieve their goals/desires, it's better if they figure stuff out on their own. Especially when it comes to sex and relationships. A little bit of encouragement is sometimes necessary-- especially for someone who has trouble getting themselves started on goal-- but outright hand-holding and sneaky scheming crosses into some serious meddling territory.
Like I said before, I hope that the gang keeps their support of the relationship casual and in the background. Maybe suggest a group date without shining the spotlight on any couple. What those two shy kids need is just a chill, no-pressure evening to get comfortable with one another and get to know each other better. This whole, "so, when are you going to bang?" business can only make things worse (though I imagine that may be the point! )
Midwesterner:
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--- Quote from: Midwesterner on 01 Nov 2013, 08:19 ---^^^Fourthly. Between the assumptions by the other characters, and the whole air of "when are they going to do it?", this thread feels like something that is very rare on QC: this arc feels heavy handed and out of character.
I hope we get back to coffee shop dynamics again soon. Tai and Dora's snarky cameo are the best part of this arc.
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It doesn't feel out of character to me. Members of the QC cast can and do screw up royally and this whole arc feels like it may be used to showcase the potential pitfalls of getting too hyper-involved in your friends' lives.
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I see what you're saying; what I'm getting at is that I'm dismayed that none of the "observing characters" (Marten, Faye, Dora, Momo, etc.) has yet had the thought on whether they're being too heavy handed with a very awkward couple. Their interest in Dale and Marigold seems oddly voyeuristic to me.
Although part of my discomfort with this arc is that Marigold is probably my least favorite character, so I realize I'm already disposed to dislike this arc.
Sidhekin:
"Their interest in Dale and Marigold" recalls to me "their interest" in Dora and Tai. Same shit. Dora got annoyed and called them on it. Dale is mellow.
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