This is a good example of how profitable collaboration can be. As scripted, this was going to be one shot of Spy Gal emerging from the casino to see the panorama above. One panel. Marc came back at me with a sketch showing Spy Gal removing bobby pins from her hair and then an inset panel with her hair falling down and holding the pins. I loved it. I just had one tweak and asked him to draw her flicking the pins away in the inset. He pulled it off in fine style and the only thing we lost by having the inset was a bit of business with Bingo Knight and the Duchess of Keno. No biggie.
Of course, then Marc colored it up and added smoke and fire and all this stuff that just made it sing. Marc excels at mass destruction. Scary.
With the new SuperFogeys site came this blog you’re reading right now. (Doesn’t it look so much prettier now? Yes, I’ve heard your cries. The blog and comments have been difficult to read and hopefully all the cosmetic changes we’ve made in the past 24 hours clear up most of the issues. I can’t please everybody–but I think you’ll agree that reading the blog now is a snap. Now, go back and read the all the stuff you missed because your eyes were hurting so bad.) I’ve blogged about everything from the hazards of tipping to watching Star Wars with my kids to how I constructed the story for the SuperFogeys to reviews of movies and music. That’s a pretty wide rang of topics. Lately, I’ve been wondering if that’s such a good thing. Like the second season of Community (and boxes of chocolate), when you tune in to my blog, you don’t quite know what you’re gonna get.
Oh it’s on now. I like everything I see here.
Marc did a STUNNING job on this one.
Indeed he did. He deserves a cinnabon. I especially enjoy seeing Dr. Rocket thwarting Thrice’s yet another of Thrice’s attempts at suicide.
At what point will Jerry’s plan blow out of proportion up into his face to such a degree that he goes: “Oh balls. I think I overdid it.” And he resigns himself to deactivating the various restraining devices on the residents that are keeping their powers locked down? I have a feeling they’re gonna need the edge and it would be really awesome to see Thrice off of his leash in particular.
Yeah, this is pretty much how you do it. And Jerry is doing rather well fighting here, isn’t he?
Eh. He’s pulling wires. They could also be robot hair.
But the wires are there for reason, they bring energy! Expect if they’re there just to fool people.
Ah. I see that Spy Gal has an addiction of her own. Adrenaline junkie.
But don’t worry–she’s getting help for it.
Does Space Pig really think his anesthetic will help? Maybe he is hoping it will cause rust.
Space Pig does what he can. Always. Even if it won’t work.
Unless Swifty’s asking
Too right!
Sorry Spacepig – should have read the title.
You’re assuming Space Pig an read. (Of course he can.)
I didn’t even notice Spacepig, but that’s really funny. Well, I guess you’ve got to go with your strengths.
As for Spygal’s reaction, it’s probably been a long time since she last got to battle. This is just like the old days to her (before she was old
). It probably makes her feel young again.
I know it works for me. Every time a giant robot rolls through town, I feel like a new man.
looks like everyone is involved i’m guessing this robot has no real purpose in terms of control. It was built JUST to run wild.
It’s nice to see dr. rocket pushing the Thrice Evil out of harms way and to see soviet sam wrecking shop!
A hell of a page for a monday!!!!
Agreed! I love starting the week off with this one. It’s the kick in the pants we all need.
Now she needs to figure out how to remove that pesky power dampener. Bobby pin powers activate.
That stupid power dampener. Why do I feel like it’s gonna be a serious issue in this fight?
I soo want to control this robot and send it to destroy some companies I could name. This panel portrays so much of what I am feeling this morning. I want to be Spy Gal’s sidekick…
Heather, that sounds like a bad day. If you’re dealing with “companies,” I can only imagine how bad it must be.
OK, I find the assault on the giant robot hilarious, although that probably wasn’t the intention. Soviet Sam reminds me of a video-game character in a beat-em-up: doesn’t matter WHAT you’re fighting, just pummel it with your fists and it will eventually break! Space Pig peeing on it is also hilarious. However, the part that REALLY catches my attention is Dr. Rocket performing a heroic tackle to save Thrice Evil. We’ve already seen how Dr. Rocket cares little for his team mates, with the exception of Mr. Crook. I’m wondering if he’s got a soft spot for Thrice Evil too, considering he helped create him…
Intended to be funny? Oh, yes. What’s the sense in it if you’re not gonna have a little fun?
This is an amazing strip. The action with the other SF gang in the background is phenomenal. There is so much going on here, and to see Spy Gal just embracing it and getting almost giddy about it. The inset is absolutely brilliant.
Man, look at Soviet Sam just wailing away on that thing. Go Sam, Go!!! Hey everybody, Space Pig has claimed the left leg.
Thanks, Todd! I’m glad everyone is getting a kick out of seeing some real action. Feel long overdue, doesn’t it? But that’s what happens when you build a story around INaction heroes.
I really like this one. I’m just not sure what else to say. Everyone already. pointed out Space Pig. The only thing I might could add to this is my reaction to the far right panel. The first thing I thought was “Oh, yeah, there’s the Spy Gal hair I’ve come to know and love,” via the earlier character design. Eyebrows are still off, but what you going to do? I guess I’m a classic design lover.
Everything about this strip sings. Such beautiful destruction!