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Week Thirteen: Webcomics

The greatest web comic I’ve ever read – and possibly the greatest web-comic of all time, is without a doubt Steve Lichman by Dave Rapoza and Dan Warren

https://rapozacomics.carbonmade.com/projects/5313679

I think Steve Lichman is a great example of why web comics are so successful. The rough linework and simple color palate give it a personal touch, while the relatively short panel size make it quickly rewarding and easy to scroll through. It really feels like someone’s labor of love, that they come home to each night and scribble out when the mood hits. It also looks like something one of your friends might’ve drawn, and I think that makes the comic feel more personal and contemporary. It s simplicity also makes it feel more visceral, like all of its guts are right there on the page for you to see. Another thing that I think makes it so successful is the overall tone, and the humor and wit, that seem to seep out of every panel. It’s freaking hilarious, and I think that the humor is greatly amplified by how simply it’s crafted. It’s also really easy to scroll through, and extremely rewarding in relatively short amount of time. You don’t have to scroll far in order to hit a punch line, and also rewards in the long run as the story continues to develop with time. On top of it all, I think it’s amazing to see someone poke fun at all the weird quirks and stereotypes represented in fantasy role-playing games. I love the way they bring the seriousness of life and death and other contemporary issues into the realm of magic and lore.



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