This actually fits great as answer to the “flyswatter” comment. Which is how I first read it. Reminds me of one time in Greece where the server insisted that the roach must have entered the salad outside of the kitchen, somewhat unlikely for its deceased state.
I did think, after I did it, why didn’t I draw a 2 rather than a 1 so it doesn’t look like a spatula. But I didn’t change it because I’m lazy and morally bankrupt.
I suddenly get the feeling that Billie might be the type of person to write fanfiction about Gareth’s love life, which would be awesome! I’m sorry about Penrose. The poor guy really seems haunted by bad luck.
Being as I am a hardcore paid-up member of Transformers fandom, I can see now Billie is one of those who Ships.
Presumably she goes to TF Nation to commission the comic artists to draw Rodimus and Megatron embracing, a beatific glow of contentment in their blank eyes, one hand resting gracefully on the other bot’s aft.
Can’t believe two of the five webcomics in regular rotation round mine have featured references to Transformers having sex, within the same fortnight. What a time to be alive
I mean (assuming the other webcomic is the same one as for me) the other webcomic involved is written by an extreme Transformers fanatic and features a character who’s obsessed with things like this, so it’s probably not as unlikely as you might think.
Now I’m thinking about people with the same names in both webcomics. Aside from the two Billies, we’ve got David (extreme contrast there), Mary (both extremely judgemental, but I’d take Mrs Clovis over the other Mary any day), Jason (Hey, they’re both British!)… Anyone else?
I so love that both have their heads in the clouds except Billie’s clouds are dreamy and languid fueled by dreams of robot love while Rev. Penrose’s are dark, perpetually torrential storm clouds that never seem to let up.
Billie is surprisingly non-sympathetic to Gareth’s plight. From what I saw, he seemed pretty clear about just wanting peace, a nice blank wall to stare at, and not to go back into a never-ending war. Has Gareth suggested anything about missing the company of his own species?
Is talking to one’s care not normal over there? I think half my car-owning friends here in the States talk to their cars, as do I. It’s only when they think the car is talking back to them that we call 988 (mental health emergency line recently introduced in the US).
Yeah, people talk to their cars all the time.
I agree with the reservations about riding in a car/transformingbot. Especially one with such a gloomy outlook.
He already talks about his ongoing violent war with mer-people, sea serpents, eyeball monsters, etc. sometimes while carrying a bloodstained axe around. I feel like “he talks to his car” is not even on the same scale.
For a second in the last panel I thought Billie’s right arm and cool back cut-out were bunny ears on a hood on her shirt, but then I zoomed in and figured it out. Still, I think Billie could definitely rock bunny ears. 🐰
Why is Penrose tormented? He’s got a cool car that is willing to dish out violence if needed and will save his life if needed instead of being a demon. Things are looking up!
Well of course, everyone knows Steeple Bumpstead is right next to Helions Bumpstead, which is where Isobel Helion came from — the Isobel Helion who was the first wife of Humphrey Tyrell of Downham, Essex, who in 1499 took part in a land transaction with one William Holme, who may possibly have been my 12th or so great grandfather. But you knew that.
What’s tormenting David is that ghastly green jumper. Burn that thing and it’ll all start going better in the blink of an eye.
She might have missed the part about Port Talbot being a place of neverending war.
I, on the other hand, am preoccupied wondering what the spatula is for.
Are you talking about the flyswatter?
Maybe it’s for the salad?
This actually fits great as answer to the “flyswatter” comment. Which is how I first read it. Reminds me of one time in Greece where the server insisted that the roach must have entered the salad outside of the kitchen, somewhat unlikely for its deceased state.
I figured the two vertical lines are the number 11, and it’s to mark which table order #11 is to be brought to.
Ah, it could be an ’11’. I had assumed I was seeing a utensil with 2 slots in it.
I did think, after I did it, why didn’t I draw a 2 rather than a 1 so it doesn’t look like a spatula. But I didn’t change it because I’m lazy and morally bankrupt.
A perfect match between artist and audience, as always
To be fair. I thought it was a spatula which maybe had the table number on the other side, where we can’t see it?
Many British pubs and/or restaurants provide you with a numbered wooden spoon to enable the waiters to find you at your own chosen table.
Some restaurants west of the pond do that too, but with a little plastic or cardboard sign.
I suddenly get the feeling that Billie might be the type of person to write fanfiction about Gareth’s love life, which would be awesome! I’m sorry about Penrose. The poor guy really seems haunted by bad luck.
Imagine the awkwardness if Gareth found it though. *shudder*
The final panel in this story is going to be metal faces clanging against one another, isn’t it. A powerful metaphor, indeed.
STEEL KISSES
Perhaps even stolen steel kisses
Gives another perspective to those Leopards and Bradleys burning on the steppes.
What a pretty first panel! Makes me want to visit Britain in summer.
It’s a VERY narrow window of opportunity
Utter artistic brilliance. This comic is my spiritual anchor, some days.
Being as I am a hardcore paid-up member of Transformers fandom, I can see now Billie is one of those who Ships.
Presumably she goes to TF Nation to commission the comic artists to draw Rodimus and Megatron embracing, a beatific glow of contentment in their blank eyes, one hand resting gracefully on the other bot’s aft.
You know, one of those.
Can love blossom on the chrome battlefield?
Find out on Cyber Changer Nights™, premiering just after Clotted Crime on Sundays!
You’ve never seen the Super Fill Garage quite like this!
Bilinda really does have one foot in each of the churches, doesn’t she?
Honestly, I catch the feeling that she’s doing all that with a hint of mischievous teasing.
Are they in Tredregyn, or some nearby village?
Billie was the first to understand what Gareth is. But I think we all know he and David understand each other, even if they don’t want to admit it.
This is surprisingly straightforward. What is the CoE’s policy on foreign Conscientious Objector deserters?
Can’t believe two of the five webcomics in regular rotation round mine have featured references to Transformers having sex, within the same fortnight. What a time to be alive
I mean (assuming the other webcomic is the same one as for me) the other webcomic involved is written by an extreme Transformers fanatic and features a character who’s obsessed with things like this, so it’s probably not as unlikely as you might think.
You can name it Alaric, it’s not the Scottish play. You’re talking about DOMINIC DEEGAN
I was sure it was Mary Worth, until I saw that “webcomic” was specified.
The Scottish play? The Cheviot, the Stag and the Black, Black Oil?
Comfort and Joy
Come to think of it, I think Billie and Amber would get along extremely well.
Not Jennifer, but Billie.
Now I’m thinking about people with the same names in both webcomics. Aside from the two Billies, we’ve got David (extreme contrast there), Mary (both extremely judgemental, but I’d take Mrs Clovis over the other Mary any day), Jason (Hey, they’re both British!)… Anyone else?
I so love that both have their heads in the clouds except Billie’s clouds are dreamy and languid fueled by dreams of robot love while Rev. Penrose’s are dark, perpetually torrential storm clouds that never seem to let up.
Billie is surprisingly non-sympathetic to Gareth’s plight. From what I saw, he seemed pretty clear about just wanting peace, a nice blank wall to stare at, and not to go back into a never-ending war. Has Gareth suggested anything about missing the company of his own species?
I think they think the war is long over? It’s possible it’s just over.
I was thinking that I’d have some reservations about getting into a small car that I knew could turn into a massive robot at any moment.
Also David needs to be careful not to be seen talking to his car. The men in white coats might be waiting.
Is talking to one’s care not normal over there? I think half my car-owning friends here in the States talk to their cars, as do I. It’s only when they think the car is talking back to them that we call 988 (mental health emergency line recently introduced in the US).
Yeah, people talk to their cars all the time.
I agree with the reservations about riding in a car/transformingbot. Especially one with such a gloomy outlook.
Yeah, but in this case the car talks back.
He already talks about his ongoing violent war with mer-people, sea serpents, eyeball monsters, etc. sometimes while carrying a bloodstained axe around. I feel like “he talks to his car” is not even on the same scale.
“I overheard Reverend Penrose talking to his car!”
“Hmmm. Maybe he’s more normal than I gave him credit for.”
The guy in the yellow shirt seems to be giving them an odd look, but I figured that was because he heard the car talking back.
Hot. Robot. Action.
More than meets the eye…
Sorayama be like
I think Billie may have glanced at a copy of More Than Meets The Eye or Lost Light at some point
For a second in the last panel I thought Billie’s right arm and cool back cut-out were bunny ears on a hood on her shirt, but then I zoomed in and figured it out. Still, I think Billie could definitely rock bunny ears. 🐰
Yes, but only by a hare.
“War machines in love” is an ancient established trope. Check out Achilles and Patroclus.
Recent superhero movies are too lazy to even think up new characters for the old tropes, so you get a smattering of Norse deities and stuff.
So Billie is not being particularly revolutionary with her fantasies.
Why is Penrose tormented? He’s got a cool car that is willing to dish out violence if needed and will save his life if needed instead of being a demon. Things are looking up!
But at least a demonic car would be something he could understand. A generic cyber changer is entirely outside his previous realm of experience.
I would probably trade in my battered Prius for one of those.
Am I the only one with the Jackson Browne song stuck in my head now?
Well, maybe you were the only one, but not now…
“You Love the Thundarr” is about a different ’80s cartoon franchise though
When did Gareth start speaking American?
Gareth when transformed however, gives huge Night Rider vibes.
Does that mean this story ties in with “KIT + THE WOLF”?
The Bumsteads have one as well.
https://comicskingdom.com/blondie/2023-08-05
Did you know there is a place called Steeple BumPstead? So close to a crossover https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steeple_Bumpstead
Somewhat surprised to discover that there is apparently no place in England named “Dagwood,” though there is a company with that name
Well of course, everyone knows Steeple Bumpstead is right next to Helions Bumpstead, which is where Isobel Helion came from — the Isobel Helion who was the first wife of Humphrey Tyrell of Downham, Essex, who in 1499 took part in a land transaction with one William Holme, who may possibly have been my 12th or so great grandfather. But you knew that.