I think we can all agree a more predictable interpretation of the above title perhaps would have made for a more interesting comic, and least in some aspects.
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With business aside, let us move on to traditional pleasantries. I hope that everyone, or our American readers at least, had an excellent Thanksgiving weekend. Mine was quite nice, full of delicious meals and nearly zero family drama (Hooray!). Perhaps I could have been more productive, though I suppose that could be said of any long holiday break. I think we can all agree, on days meant for pie and samplings of gravy, family, friends and recreation are just as important as finishing the great American novel or finally cleaning all that damn crap out of the attic. That said, here are some interesting things I would like to share:
THE COOLEST THING
A damn Ravage USB drive, AKA the jaguar that Soundwave used to shoot out of his chest. Rest assured, before this day is over, I will have bought this. Yes, I do own two USB drives already. Yes, they both are technically better than this drive. Yes, I do rarely use USB’s in the first place. But guys, listen, this thing will look totally awesome on my desk. Like, really awesome.
THINGS THAT ARE ABOUT MUSIC:
Here are a few songs that I am currently enjoying, arranged in no particular order. Forgive me if they are older finds, I discover most of my tunes through Pandora, so some of this music might not be exactly reeking of newness:
- Anti-Flag–Hymn for the Dead. I try really hard not to like Anti-Flag, but this song is really catchy.
- Five Iron Frenzy–At least I’m Not Like All Those Other Old Guys. I guess Five Iron Frenzy is some kind of Christian Ska Band? I certainly don’t know anything about that, but the singer has a nice set of pipes on him and the song is very relatable for anyone my age who used to describe themselves as “punk.”
- The Vandals–I’ve Got an Ape Drape. Mullet humor still has some punch to it, I swear.
- Plastic Little–Steven and Billy. Boy, what a fun rap song. Favorite Lyric? “Let’s party like the Death Star just blew up.”
- Yeah Yeah Yeahs–It’s Blitz. Yeah, I know it’s a whole album, but it’s a nice little time. Give a few of the singles a listen on Myspace or whatever and see what you think.
VIDEO GAMIN’
I’m still plodding through Dragon Age, but in the mean time I thought I would share another little link. Desktop Tower Defense is free flash game that also happens to maybe be the best tower defense game I’ve ever played. You have a lot more freedom than you do compared to other games of the genre, and gameplay seems to be balanced, or at least fair overall, besides. It’s a little addictive, so heads up on that.
<3 Mike
awesome comic, this just cracked me up. and i also feel guilty for probably using the sassy white girl line at least twice a week. keep em comin!
Love the Hemingway reference!
For awhile I was worried, but any comic that uses “Hills Like White Elephants” for comedic effect is alright by me.
I am going to make a prediction that we are going to see Dukshu on Dancing With the Stars next season, seeing as she has no job at the moment. She is also semi-lovable and kind of good looking. Therefore, DWTS seems like a perfect fit for Ms. Dukshu.
@Jess. Thanks for the compliments, and glad you like the comic. Also, don’t feel too guilty, I use the sassy white girl ‘tude about 3 times a day.
@Margo: Thanks!
@RomeoGunn: Glad we could reassure you and fit your standards. Thanks for sticking it out and staying with us.
@ V to the Izzay: I disagree. Though certainly she is semi-lovable, I feel she is still firmly a B-list star, not yet on the C or D levels required of most TV/movie personalities that appear on the show. Plus, Joss Whedon loves the crap out of her, so my thought is that she’s going to end up on some kind of net-based show next.
<3 Mike
Really? B? I would say C tops. I can think of like 3 things (besides Dollhouse) with her in it. Bring It On that horror movie she did that I do not remember the name of, and Buffy (Did she even do Buffy? I don’t know…never watched). Anyway, sorry to break it to you honey bumpkin but she is on the C or D levels. DWTS is calling her name loudly and proudly!
Eliza Dushku was most definitely in Buffy, and the spin-off Angel. She also helped to produce several episodes of Dollhouse. I completely agree with Mike in that Joss will not let her go quite yet, and that she’ll more than likely be involved in his next project. Joss has a tendency to reuse his favorites (Nathan Fillion: Buffy, Firefly, Dr. Horrible; Felicia Day–unaired episode of Dollhouse, Buffy, Dr. Horrible; etc), and Eliza Dushku is most definitely one of them. I’d be shocked an dissapointed if she ended up on a show like Dancing with the Stars. I personally think she is a solid B-list actress, as her performances on Buffy, Angel, and Dollhouse prove.
Also, great comics. Long time reader, first time commenter. Love the work, keep it up!
Jordan, thank you for the kinds words and for helping me in an argument with my girlfriend. For this, I will always call you “Jordan the Great.”
(Seriously thanks for reading all this time, and for commenting. Dana and I always love to hear from our readers.)
-Mike
I think we can all agree that Jordan is clearly Dukshu in disguise. I’m on to you.