Comments on: The End: January 9-14, 2006

By: Lars H

Lars H — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:32:49 +0000

Mell’s and Artie’s conclusion in the Saturday strip seems to be in direct contradiction to what we saw happing. Helen (Beta) shouting at them, then refusing to accept further input on the matter? That might be Mad behaviour (though not behaviour characterising Mad), it might also be Mom behaviour (for a certain kind of mom), but we have seen no indication that this is likely Helen Alpha behaviour; Dr. Narbon would likely rather react by poisoning them or otherwise punishing them for speaking up to her.

By: Joe Glow (joe_glow)

Joe Glow (joe_glow) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:16 +0000

This is such a good one.

By: John Ames (commodorejohn)

John Ames (commodorejohn) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:15 +0000

Dude, the thumbnail was better than this? This is already awesome.

By: Ed Gedeon (eddurd)

Ed Gedeon (eddurd) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:14 +0000

I like how Artie in the third panel has the one little hair knocked out of place by Helen's tirade.

Actually, I love Helen's tirade. It sums up the whole conflict that's been building in her ... her scientific mind anticipating the climax of a years-long experiment, vs. her emotional side trying to save someone she loves from a life of madness.

Actually, I love everything about this strip. Well done, Shaenon.

By: Leon Arnott (l)

Leon Arnott (l) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:13 +0000

Saturday:

A "1000 Free Fonts" CD just called from the 90's. It says it's suing Helen for plagiarism.

It's kind of sad that this is what will prevent Helen from accepting Dave's inevitable transformation - not so much concern for him but revulsion at herself.

By: Rachel S. (masamage)

Rachel S. (masamage) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:12 +0000

By: Ed Gedeon (eddurd)

Ed Gedeon (eddurd) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:11 +0000

Official Big Freakin' (tm) Gun count: 49 and 50 -- a twofer!

(TUNE: "I've Got No Strings" from Pinocchio, by Harline and Washington)

I've got two guns
With which to shoot,
And boy, each one
Is such a beaut!
Vi-o-lence
Is so much fun
With two Big Freakin' Guns!

   Who knew
   What each would do?
   Which one should I trigger first?
   Hells yes!
   I'll make a mess
   When I make his liver burst!

The only way
To save poor Dave
Is put him back
Into his grave!
Ammo's here,
And I've got tons
For these two B.F. Guns!

By: Thomas Levy (ergonomytch)

Thomas Levy (ergonomytch) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:10 +0000

@eddurd and then they'd make out.

By: Ed Gedeon (eddurd)

Ed Gedeon (eddurd) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:09 +0000

Artie's more of a True Neutral. His mirror-universe double would be exactly like him. They'd spend hours debating politics, acknowledging each other's valid points.

By: Leon Arnott (l)

Leon Arnott (l) — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 22:22:08 +0000

Thursday:

"Cutting back on on-site deaths"? Helen, you don't need to be in Boss Mode to justify Mell not killing your boyfriend. You may be the girl's ethical role model but it's a bit late to conceal your forbidden work romance.

Silent panel threes's: 52.