Topic: WCT: October 19-23, 2009 (Read 83538 times)

ysth · « **on:** 18 Oct 2009, 12:50 »

Hopefully, F5.

LTK · « **Reply #1 on:** 18 Oct 2009, 16:08 »

Is the schedule moving up? Cause I don't usually expect a comic until 8 hours later.

Border Reiver · « **Reply #2 on:** 18 Oct 2009, 16:54 »

Nah, but sometimes we like to start early. Especially when its interesting, or we're bored.

Dickbutt · « **Reply #3 on:** 18 Oct 2009, 16:57 »

I imagine Marten's Dad sounding like Liquid Snake from MGS

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #4 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 00:08 »

So Veronica Vance has a blog.

I wonder if Jeph will make a project out of it like he did with the characters's Twitter feeds.

snubnose · « **Reply #5 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 00:13 »

LOL that would be kinda funny.

Especially when she starts posting pictures.

JD · « **Reply #6 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 01:07 »

Such big blue eyes you have dad

JD · « **Reply #7 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 01:08 »

Further note: Dora looks really good in this comic

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #8 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 01:14 »

Jeph's Twitter said drawing her in profile was a challenge. I'd say it worked.

steveh11 · « **Reply #9 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 01:30 »

Quote from: Is it cold in here? on 19 Oct 2009, 00:08

So Veronica Vance has a blog.

I wonder if Jeph will make a project out of it like he did with the characters's Twitter feeds.

First thing I looked for!

Steve.

Akima · « **Reply #10 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 02:20 »

Quote from: Zombiedude on 19 Oct 2009, 01:08

Further note: Dora looks really good in this comic

She does! Very elegant, in fact. At least until she starts fan-girling about Marten's mother. In fact the whole dining scene is very nicely drawn, and I bet a lot of effort went into it. And "parental-sex-life-horror" deserves to be a meme. That Lovecraftian moment when one realises that one's parents are getting it on.

Quote from: Is it cold in here? on 19 Oct 2009, 00:08

So Veronica Vance has a blog.

Of course she does. Purveyors of erotica are always early adopters. I bet she tweets humiliating taunts at her subs too.

connathan · « **Reply #11 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 05:46 »

So Dora fancies both of Marten's parents...this must be a little disturbing for him, but I guess it means that it's only natural she should be attracted to him, their offspring!

lhasafi · « **Reply #12 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 06:02 »

Dora's profile - especially in panel 3 - looks absolutely astounding. It has... almost a zen-like calm to it. Great work, Jeph.

Of course, the transition from Zen Dora to Screaming Fangirl Dora makes it all the more fabulous.

kraemandrummer · « **Reply #13 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 06:28 »

Quote from: Dickbutt on 18 Oct 2009, 16:57

I imagine Marten's Dad sounding like Liquid Snake from MGS

bahahaha that would be ridiculous
but I doubt it

Border Reiver · « **Reply #14 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 06:57 »

Marten definitely looks a lot like his Dad. I can relate and in a few years I'll bet my oldest will be able to do the same.

raoullefere · « **Reply #15 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 07:21 »

One of the things Jeph draws (or has drawn) least well is profiles. I've noticed, however, in the last couple of weeks of comics that they're better. Now there are some excellent profiles of Dora in this comic. The new art is definitely coming together, helped along by Jeph's constantly improving skills.

Which is my roundabout way of saying "Woot! Awesome art, Jeph!"

Random832 · « **Reply #16 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 07:22 »

The real question is, does she twitter?

matachin · « **Reply #17 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 08:07 »

Quote from: Akima on 19 Oct 2009, 02:20

And "parental-sex-life-horror" deserves to be a meme. That Lovecraftian moment when one realises that one's parents are getting it on.

I'm of the opposite opinion. It's just a touch too prudish & hypocritical for me. As long as it isn't that openly displayed it's livable; Marten certainly got a bit more then even I'd be willing to tolerate. Dora's about to cross that line imho if she's getting sex tips from Veronica's blog.

Making jokes about the dancers in a strip club wearing holiday themed lingerie & Santa hats with the family during Christmas lunch/supper - funny (and has happened). Modeling the holiday themed lingerie for the family - umm...I need another drink (and thankfully has not happened).

Coffee_Kaioken · « **Reply #18 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 09:23 »

I must say, I like these comics that have the most dialogue, the best. Makes savoring it last longer, y'know?

bicostp · « **Reply #19 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 11:26 »

The art's better overall, don't get me wrong, but I think Dora's eyes look a little weird in the last panel. It's probably just the angle.

</nitpick>

Kugai · « **Reply #20 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 12:14 »

Well, at least Marten was cool about the TMI from Maurice.

I definitely think Dora wants to hit on Marten's mom - or maybe she wishes visa versa.

jonarus_drakus · « **Reply #21 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 14:41 »

Gah, i hate those "TMI" moments, rare as they are when my dad is a christian, but i have suffered from the 'thin walls' issue before >shudder<

But I'm totaly with everyone else saying that the whole 'in profile' artwork is improving. Its almost making me want to get back into learning how to draw worth a damn so i can 'join in the fun'.

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #22 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 18:23 »

There are a number of Veronica Vances on Facebook, and one on Twitter, but none seem to be Marten's mom. Nothing relevant-looking shows up on the first page of search results for "Veronica vance" blog. It's still possible to register veronicavance.blogspot.com.

Manix · « **Reply #23 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 20:10 »

Judging from Hemry's comments about Marten probably not wanting to know that much about his dad's sex life, I get the opinion that Marten gets alot of his personality from his father. It would be interesting to get a sane character in this series who does actually NOT want to talk so openly about what he and his signifcant other do in private.

Mojo · « **Reply #24 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 21:17 »

Ok, re: Marigold on Livejournal in her undies.

You people need help.

You actually "much demanded" that?

(What am I asking...?)

bicostp · « **Reply #25 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 22:40 »

I was hoping for one of the Internet Disease self-portraits she took in #1502. Seems more like something the character would do, and less like pandering.

JD · « **Reply #26 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:19 »

Quote from: Mojo on 19 Oct 2009, 21:17

(What am I asking...?)

A question

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #27 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:36 »

How uncomfortable she looked in that drawing!

Maybe that is one of the shots she took before throwing her camera into the wall.

snubnose · « **Reply #28 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:41 »

Quote from: matachin on 19 Oct 2009, 08:07

I'm of the opposite opinion. It's just a touch too prudish & hypocritical for me.

Err but its the instinct of pretty much every child.

Quote from: matachin on 19 Oct 2009, 08:07

Dora's about to cross that line imho if she's getting sex tips from Veronica's blog.

Uh ... as if that wouldnt be part of Dora's charme.

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #29 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:48 »

"Those were his first words"...

Love it.

Isn't Dora going to be cold outside in that weather in that skirt?

JD · « **Reply #30 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:48 »

*cue marriage music*

LeeC · « **Reply #31 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:49 »

yay! i must admit I missed Marten's confused surprised sounds.

akronnick · « **Reply #32 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:55 »

Yay Marten's Dad!!!

Yay Massachusetts!!!

Yay Marriage Equality!!!

lhasafi · « **Reply #33 on:** 19 Oct 2009, 23:59 »

Ouch. Marten is really a pro at getting blindsided by life.

However, I would like this story arc to continue for a while. It's always nice to have new characters.

snubnose · « **Reply #34 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 00:07 »

MUH!

Nightson · « **Reply #35 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 00:13 »

I found the foggy breath to be distracting, didn't really like it :/

(Everything else is wonderful of course)

Mystere · « **Reply #36 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 00:16 »

I'm a little confused. Boy on his own, Dad on his own. They see each other every once in a while(i.e. not too often). Dad been divorced from Mom for a long time. Is it really that shocking to have that questions posed to you by your dad? (Especially if he's been going steady with someone for a while?)

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #37 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 00:27 »

Maybe Marten is stuck in a loop trying to figure out why he's being asked.

raoullefere · « **Reply #38 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 00:46 »

More likely his dad getting married is not something that's occurred to Marten as a possibility. Sure he knows about the changes in the law, but that's one thing; Henry taking advantage of these changes, another.

Not a bad another, mind, just one not contemplated.

Ravenswing · « **Reply #39 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 03:02 »

Quote from: Is it cold in here? on 19 Oct 2009, 23:48

Isn't Dora going to be cold outside in that weather in that skirt?

She lives in New England. Quite possibly not. I remember a time entertaining some friends from LA in February. I had a light jacket and a scarf. They were swaddled in scarves and balaclavas and boots and shell gloves and parkas in which I wouldn't have hesitated to explore the high Arctic.

(That being said, Dora looks snazzy in girl clothes. She should wear them more often.)

snubnose · « **Reply #40 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 04:44 »

Quote from: Ravenswing on 20 Oct 2009, 03:02

I remember a time entertaining some friends from LA in February. I had a light jacket and a scarf. They were swaddled in scarves and balaclavas and boots and shell gloves and parkas in which I wouldn't have hesitated to explore the high Arctic.

Err, I doubt you would have found that experience enjoyable. Theres temperatures of minus 60 and less there. Even the eskimos need some better clothing than that, under those conditions.

Near Lurker · « **Reply #41 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 05:30 »

Of course, you can only marry in Massachusetts if you're from a state where gay marriage is only implicitly banned, meaning no state with an outright ban or civil unions...I'm not sure where Florida falls.

Carl-E · « **Reply #42 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 05:41 »

Quote from: bicostp on 19 Oct 2009, 22:40

I was hoping for one of the Internet Disease self-portraits she took in #1502. Seems more like something the character would do, and less like pandering.

That was the point - she was trying to pander!

Then she threw the camera...

Penquin47 · « **Reply #43 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 05:43 »

Florida passed a constitutional amendment against it.

Carl-E · « **Reply #44 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 05:58 »

Quote from: Ravenswing on 20 Oct 2009, 03:02

Quote from: Is it cold in here? on 19 Oct 2009, 23:48
Isn't Dora going to be cold outside in that weather in that skirt?
She lives in New England. Quite possibly not. I remember a time entertaining some friends from LA in February. I had a light jacket and a scarf. They were swaddled in scarves and balaclavas and boots and shell gloves and parkas in which I wouldn't have hesitated to explore the high Arctic.

(That being said, Dora looks snazzy in girl clothes. She should wear them more often.)

Tights, folks! Flesh-tone ("nude") tights. Heavier weight than pantyhose, just as sexy looking, and surprisingly warm.

And yeah for Marten's dad! I wonder if it'll be an open-invite wedding, like in GWS... nothing like crossover pandering!

It'll probably be a quick civil ceremony, though, with the honeymoon in Stowe.

Will Veronica Vance give the groom away? Will Marten and Steve be ringbearers? Will Deathmole play at the reception? Tune in and speculate!

maddness · « **Reply #45 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 06:52 »

Quote from: Dickbutt on 18 Oct 2009, 16:57

I imagine Marten's Dad sounding like Liquid Snake from MGS

It makes no sense, but my brain imagines he sounds like Tim Gunn. I think it's the gray hair, sharp features and mannerisms.

LTK · « **Reply #46 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 07:29 »

Is it a coincidence that David Malki ! talks about his wedding today, too?

Is it cold in here? · « **Reply #47 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 13:03 »

Another guess about Marten's reaction comes from Hannelore's observation in her first appearance that he's afraid of change.

Kakareen · « **Reply #48 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 13:08 »

Well, this is exciting! Weddings are always fun in fiction, and are sometimes also lovely in real life.

I wonder how big of a to-do this will be....the entire Reed family is so very laid back.

I'm hoping we'll see some more of Marten's dad and Maurice's personalities. Particularly Marten's dad.

Oh, and this occurred to me: Marten's mom would SO be on Twitter.

Another thought: 'Maurice' wouldn't happen to be a reference to a certain 1917 novel, would it?

jonarus_drakus · « **Reply #49 on:** 20 Oct 2009, 13:25 »

I apear to be loosing my mind... err... more...

My first reaction was exactly the same as Martens...
Of course, part of me wonders wether Jeph went this way to 'thumb his nose' at the anti-gay trools lurking around... Not that there's anything wrong with it (see what i did there

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