As a writer myself, I’d like to point out that expository passages like this should be avoided in favour of letting the reader discover relevant details in the course of the story.
On the other hand, some of us need some serious catching up in order to gain traction in this universe..I rather like this recap, or so I assume that’s what it is..I sometimes get a headache trying to figure out what the heck is going on in Endtown..This strip was heading that way fast until this refreshing break..It’s the comics; I shouldn’t have to research a master’s thesis in order to have half an idea what it’s about!
It’s also possible there’s a point to the exposition being where it is…like maybe there’s some major character who’s re-watching a documentary or something and that just hasn’t been established yet.
A back story like this might have ben better served as a prelude to the story since the beginng was a bit confusing, seemed broken and brittle, since so far the lead character has committed no crime other than what appears to be that of a corporate assignation.
So apparently the archaeological discovery was made on Earth, followed by nonhuman appearances, followed by alien businessmen rebooting Mars, followed by Earthian migration to Mars.
I am beginning to get an idea where this has been, and where it might be going. There are a few why’s and wherefor’s missing. But it seems to be an awful lot of side tracking, and since we don’t have a clue who anybody is, and what side they’re on……I’m kinda confused. Sorta like jumping in and playing a game when you haven’t read the rules. (done that!)
Another thought about this “expository”: He’s not telling us the way it was; rather, he’s telling us what these people from the future may have surmised, thinking that these videos were non-fiction, which we, the readers, know wasn’t true.
“Intergalactic” means between galaxies.That’s an unfeasibly huge distance.“Intragalactic” means within our galaxy. That’s also unfeasibly large, but only a billion times bigger than our solar system, not trillions.
King_Shark almost 10 years ago
As a writer myself, I’d like to point out that expository passages like this should be avoided in favour of letting the reader discover relevant details in the course of the story.
Terrywoebegone almost 10 years ago
I agree, this seems to be filler.
Cheapskate0 almost 10 years ago
On the other hand, some of us need some serious catching up in order to gain traction in this universe..I rather like this recap, or so I assume that’s what it is..I sometimes get a headache trying to figure out what the heck is going on in Endtown..This strip was heading that way fast until this refreshing break..It’s the comics; I shouldn’t have to research a master’s thesis in order to have half an idea what it’s about!
Cheapskate0 almost 10 years ago
Not to mention, this expository has some of the best parody and satire that I’ve seen in a while.
scyphi26 almost 10 years ago
It’s also possible there’s a point to the exposition being where it is…like maybe there’s some major character who’s re-watching a documentary or something and that just hasn’t been established yet.
Moley almost 10 years ago
I am wondering if there is a point anywhere in this strip.
Malcolm Hall almost 10 years ago
It’s a strip designed for those of us who enjoy seeing bears drink alcohol.
Lamberger almost 10 years ago
NOT “historical documents”?
brotherbox almost 10 years ago
A back story like this might have ben better served as a prelude to the story since the beginng was a bit confusing, seemed broken and brittle, since so far the lead character has committed no crime other than what appears to be that of a corporate assignation.
Vet Premium Member almost 10 years ago
I am still waiting for Red Neck Martians…….I mean come on…..RED NECKS……..on MARS…….YEEEEHAAAAAAA!!!!!!(Sorry….too soon??)
Coyoty Premium Member almost 10 years ago
So apparently the archaeological discovery was made on Earth, followed by nonhuman appearances, followed by alien businessmen rebooting Mars, followed by Earthian migration to Mars.
Last Rose Of Summer Premium Member almost 10 years ago
I am beginning to get an idea where this has been, and where it might be going. There are a few why’s and wherefor’s missing. But it seems to be an awful lot of side tracking, and since we don’t have a clue who anybody is, and what side they’re on……I’m kinda confused. Sorta like jumping in and playing a game when you haven’t read the rules. (done that!)
Cheapskate0 almost 10 years ago
Another thought about this “expository”: He’s not telling us the way it was; rather, he’s telling us what these people from the future may have surmised, thinking that these videos were non-fiction, which we, the readers, know wasn’t true.
SergeitheAntagonist almost 10 years ago
The second guy in the immigration line looks like Cliff from Brewster Rockit.
Ottodesu over 9 years ago
“Intergalactic” means between galaxies.That’s an unfeasibly huge distance.“Intragalactic” means within our galaxy. That’s also unfeasibly large, but only a billion times bigger than our solar system, not trillions.
Rixtoons over 5 years ago
Looking at these comments, for the first time, it’s easy to see there is no shortage of pretentious assholes to pick apart webcomics.