Since we have threads for games being played, and a thread for books and the like being read, why not a thread for webcomics?
(They could, of course, go into the "reading" thread, but that thread seems to be primarily used for entirely literary works, rather than the mix of visual and literary that webcomics present.
Print comics could potentially be included here, but as I tend to separate them from webcomics, I think that I'm more inclined to have a separate thread for them; I do however bow to the preferences of the majority on this.)
The main purpose of this thread, as with the reading and gaming threads, is to ask what webcomics we each read, or have read, in the cases of finished comics.
That said, I see no problem with discussion of webcomics in general, or of individual comics.
My own list, then:
(These are in no particularly relevant order, please note.)
Comics that I actively read:
The Fourth
The tale of Lord Tiberius Skärva the Fourth, would-be overlord of Idenau, a parody of RPGs and, to quote the "about" page, a story about "the odd and helpless situation of being a villain in such"; and with all that, aiming to be something more interesting that "just" a parody.
The story has more or less just begun, but thus far we have an amusing setting and enjoyable characters, along with art that I find rather charming.
There have been a few schedule slips of late, but the comic doesn't yet seem in any great peril.
Twokinds
The journey of the amnesiac Trace Legacy and a keidran (read: animal-person) girl named Flora through a world in which great tensions exist between humanity, the various keidran tribes, and the more insular basitin (a different group of animal-people).
Note: includes at least one human-furry romantic relationship.
Flipside
First note: this comic at times includes nudity and discussion of sexuality, and occasionally some (fairly mild, I think) horror elements.
That said, it's primarily the story of Bernadette and Maytag, a swordswoman and a jester, and their various adventures in a fantasy setting.
El Goonish Shive
An adventure-comedy with elements of drama, I suppose, centred around a group of teenagers in a world similar to our own, but with the addition of magic, mad science, aliens, immortals and the like.
Notes:
1) Fairly often includes transformation, and, as part of that, gender-bending.
2) The art has come quite a distance, I think, as, perhaps, has the story-telling; I recommend skipping the earlier parts of the comic. Perhaps somewhere between "Shadows After Dark" and "Grace's Birthday Party", although some might prefer to go further back.
Rusty & Co.
A very amusing (or so I think, at least) parody of DnD and RPGs, with entertaining characters and curious events; to start with, the main characters are a group of adventurers, each of whom is from one of the "monster" races: a rust monster, a gelatinous cube and a mimic. Each "level" (story-arc) sees them on some quest or other and partnered with a temporary ally (who may well appear in some capacity later). The art is bright and clean.
Note: Make a point of reading the alt-text for each page.
Everblue
A story set in an ocean-covered world, following a shipwright named Luna. Luna would seem to be a curious girl in a city whose authorities want certain knowledge to remain hidden...
Visually, Everblue is one of the lovelier comics on this list, with some wonderful colours, effects and designs.
Spinnerette
A comedic superhero comic following newly-super Spinnerette and her various allies and enemies, including Mecha Maid, The Werewolf of London Ontario, Ben Franklin (yes that Ben Franklin) and "Evil Spinnerette" (the last of whom gained her powers from an early DnD manual that included actual spells).
Very good art, I do feel.
Note: Can be very fanservicey at times, I fear.
Snow by Night
Thus far we have two thieves in an alternate American colony (here called "Aradie"), in a world that includes spirits and working alchemy, who find their territory infringed by a mysterious thief - one who turns out to be rather more unusual than they may at first guess...
Supernormal Step
The story of a woman from "our" world who finds herself drawn into an alternate Earth in which magic and supernatural races are real; her main desire is simply to get home, but it seems as though that may be a taller order than expected, and may draw her into deeper affairs than may be safe...
Penny Arcade
What is there to say about Penny Arcade? It is, after all, probably one of the most famous webcomics on the 'net.
In case anyone here doesn't know it, however, Penny Arcade is a slice-of-life/gaming webcomic. While I don't find it often especially funny, I do think it generally amusing at least.
Note: Vulgarity and profanity are not particularly uncommon in this comic.
DELVE Into Fantasy
I'm not yet quite sure of where this fantasy adventure is going; we have a villain with a power that is noted as being unusual - and potentially dangerous to him - and a (somewhat uneasy) group of potential adventurers, but quite what will come of it I don't know. Nevertheless, it is reasonably entertaining, and is well-drawn, I do feel.
Amya
A fantasy story centred around a mute girl named Faye, who seems to have somewhat fallen into adventure.
Fey Winds
An epic fantasy adventure - and, often enough, a parody of such. Features an interesting cast, good art and, especially early on, some amusing pokes at such stories.
Note: Some occasional gore, albeit not very often, I seem to recall.
Unsounded
A webcomic with wonderful art, interesting characters (starting with the main pair, a young, foul-mouthed, betailed rogue and the eloquent undead sorcerer sent to protect her), good character development, a fascinating magic system (especially if you follow the author's Formspring or read up on the wiki) and a setting detailed in both depiction and construction, I do believe.
Young Sette Frummagem (the aforementioned rogue) is sent out by her crime-boss da to check on a family member who hasn't been sending back his cut; to protect her, her da has blackmailed Duane Adelier, a skilled spellwright who happens to be undead, into taking up the role of bodyguard. The story looks as though it has rather more than that building up, however; there are discoveries made and characters revealed that point to a larger plot afoot...
Note: Some foul language and occasional horror elements and disturbing imagery.
Bird Boy
A lovely comic, set in a most unusual world, following a young boy named Bali. The direction of the plot has not yet been revealed, that I recall, at least, but it is thus far an enjoyable ride.
Note: Seems somewhat plagued by schedule slip, which the artist has a bit of a history with, I fear. :/
The End
A sci-fi comic for a change, following a group of humans picked up by an alien spacecraft. While the aliens in question seem to be benevolent, there seem to be others out there who may very well not be...
Another comic with lovely art.
Earthsong
Cosmic fantasy about a girl named Willow who wakes up to find herself with no memories of her former life - only to be almost immediately fought over by two groups of strange individuals
Cucumber Quest
A very cute story following a young rabbit-boy named Cucumber who, along with his sister, finds himself suddenly relied upon to save the world as Queen Cordelia tries to resurrect the Nightmare Knight. Cucumber would much rather go to school - but it seems that being a legendary hero overrides what he wants.
Comics that I visit more infrequently:
Manly Men Doing Manly Thngs
An amusing comic that deals with various "manly" characters (primarily from gaming) who are trying to fit in with everyday life.
The Midnight Teaparty
A group of young girls take turns telling stories; these (generally horror-themed) stories are the main focus of the comic. Updates rather infrequently, I'm afraid.
Shadows of Enchantment
A group of characters quest to prevent the return of enchantment to their world. (Enchantment being looked upon in this setting as more negative than positive.)
City of Reality
Focusses on the citizens of a happy anarchy - indeed, a society that seems to want for little authority simply by virtue of the citizens being inclined to choose to treat each other with kindness and tolerance.
On the other hand, as recent arcs have shown, this doesn't necessarily mean that there are no external threats, that all potential allies trust them, or that they're always well-equipped for interacting with less-pleasant societies...
Questionable Content
A fun slice-of-life webcomic, with the occasional addition of sentient AIs.
Children of Hate
I'm not yet sure of what to make of this one; it seems that it doesn't update very often, however.
Note: seems to include some gore.
Comics that are currently on hiatus:
Out of My Element (due back in February, I think)
This comic is still at the beginning of its story, so the plot remains somewhat unknown, I fear; that said, it seems to be an adventure set in a world that includes both steampunk and elemental entities.
By Moon Alone
The story of two powerful protectors of a fantasy realm, and the story of two children, apparently in the mundane world. While it seems that the former may simply be a story being read by one child to the other, I have suspicion that there may be more to it. When - or whether - this is to return, I do not know. :/
Completed comics:
The Phoenix Requiem
Wonderful art, an interesting setting and an intriguing story. Don't let the first, slightly slow pages put you off: it's not long before terrible things begin to happen.
Even so, the comic is not one of unrelenting darkness; through both the loveliness of the settings and the actions of the characters, more peaceful intervals are to be found.
Para-Ten
The story of a girl trying to return to her home after being washed downstream, depicted in watercolours, I believe.
Slightly meta:
Tomgeeks
Both a webcomic collective (that is, seeking to support webcomic creators - female ones, in this case) and a little slice-of-life webcomic.
MWAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
*ahem*
Sorry.
Last edited by Thaumaturge : 16 JAN 2012 4:57pm
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