The Real Thing

Amelius on Jan. 21, 2023

Hey thank youse so much for the kind words on the previous update! The image link for the anniversary poster died so if you missed it, I re-uploaded the image and it should work now.
I've been in hermit mode for some reasons (not just seasonal depression reasons but that contributes) but I'd rather see story related comments than anyone worrying about me, so don't worry– I'm not burnt out or hurting my health for the comic, trust me. I'm just being picky with my art and letting some criticisms that aren't even leveled at me get in my head anyway.

Sadly that's the last of my buffer for now because I'm in one of those phases of “suddenly, I don't know how to draw anything” and being hyper-critical of my stuff. I even went in and fixed up a few things that were bugging me about THIS page while I was in the middle of typing these very notes! I'm happier with it now though.

And yeah, Zerlocke is willing to get in big trouble only for her, but he's also under the impression that nothing major happened with the snathe while he was out. And yes Claire put it back where she found it because she respects her brother's workspace, she only brought it over to show to Rosebud and see what she had to say about it. Comic-time wise, it's been a fair few minutes since we departed from the sister's company and back to these two. Rosemary only knew it was that thing the other Rose Sisters bothered her about and tried to rope her into a delivery quest when she was trying to get her day sleep, Zerlocke got the further context that someone was killed over it, a detail they conveniently left out. But now that Rosemary knows an Elite is interested in it, the absence might not go unnoticed… but Zerlocke loves his Orycalope Queen way more than he minds getting yelled at by his sister (again). Though this might end up being a slight more trouble than he intended… guess we'll just have to see!

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lothar at 7:49AM, Feb. 15, 2023

I have a short attention span so I tend not to read all the words but the coloring and everything is really gorgeous

Jason Moon at 10:15PM, Jan. 26, 2023

Even if Phineas got caught creepin just bat those puppy dog eyes and melt their heart <3

ecchi_kitty at 9:27AM, Jan. 26, 2023

Another great page. Sorry to hear you're struggling with your art, I understand how frustrating that can be. I don't know how much of your process that is, but the published results remain stunning, so you're obviously doing something right.

PaulEberhardt at 9:09AM, Jan. 26, 2023

I'd never have thought that Zerlocke could act so responsible and composed, but then I thought further and remembered what a multifaceted developing character he actually is, as MagickLorelai notes too, below. I get again the impression that in his own quirky way he's actually one of the most sincere characters in the cast, as in not trying to cover up his genuine emotions and thoughts with anything else.

BOSCO1957 at 10:59PM, Jan. 25, 2023

it seems that excessive self criticism along with self doubt is a distinguishing truth of all the great (masters) artists. i hope that you can transcend this bump and move forward. the only advise from a historical prospective i can suggest is don't suck on brushes with lead or other other heavy metal paint pigments and to keep knifes away from your ears! additionally avoid excess radiation be kind to your self.

MagickLorelai at 10:42PM, Jan. 25, 2023

Amy. Please. You're going to kill me for spoiling me with all this shirtless Zerlocke. Please. XD I will say, it's nice to see how he's matured over the course of the comic. He's still got his quirks and he's still definitely a bit, erm, forward. But there's a definite gravity to him in this conversation; talking openly and communicating, willingness to trust her, acknowledging her love for Zeno, trying to make amends, and showing concern for her wellbeing. ....As well as machinating another visit from her. Ah well. Also Phineas, you can be creeping AND hiding at once, they're not mutually exclusive things (and are, in fact, often mutually inclusive).