Smart move Gunther! You didn’t lay a finger on him. So there is no way you can be punished. It was just an oopsie on your part. But, both he and Rosa got the message!
E) None of the above. What is the Greaseball gonna do. He gonna go to the principle and explain in detail what he was doing when Gunther turned and his humongus backpack knocked him over?
What on EARTH is with Mr Knox (that’s his name – and i’m not violating any confidences here, because Evans stated as much on his blog) and Rosa in Panel Two? If we’re to take the normal laws of space into account, Rosa should be spinning like a top, when the Knoxian arm round her shoulder gets pulled round, imparting a torque to her.
Yeah, I do think too much about these things. But not as much as some of the Curmudgeonly people.
I think Leslie Knox (“Greaseball”) is being set up as a minor new villain. He apparently was modelled after a bully Evans knew in his younger days. Personally, I’m beginning to enjoy this storyline. This enjoyment will last until Evans runs out of steam and resorts to the fairly inevitable cop-out which has marked virtually every arc since 2008.
Good going, Gunther. Didn’t lay a hand on him and if he just HAPPENED to be in the way when you swung around, well, oops, so sorry. LOL. I bet Rosa is laughing inside.
Someone predicted this yesterday. Don’t we know Gunther or what?! Nope, he won’t get disciplined – it couldn’t be proven Gunther did it on purpose…backpack shoves are common the hallways! Smart move, Gunther!
Hmm. I think it important to note that, from the expression in her eyes (panel 3), Rosa is not stifling a laugh but rather is genuinely shocked at seeing Leslie Knox go down with a woof to Gunther’s entirely accidental backpack fwump. Knox is for sure not innocent, but there seemingly is going to be more to his story than what we have been privy to so far….
Gunther may be a bit tongue tied around the girls. But I’m sure his actions are speaking louder than words could ever do to Rosa! I think in the 3rd panel she is in a bit of a state of shock upon seeing Gunther act so forcefully.
Haw, Haw! Gunth, “HIT” ‘ol Needle-Nose so HARD he’s gonna wake up in the middle of Last Tuesday’s Doonesbury Strip in front of a STARTLED Garry Trudeau!
Now let just HOPE that Rosa and the Butterball weren’t rehearsing a scene for the school play….,
I am really not in favour of violence as a solution, but in High School people are still pups and cubs and physical connection is sometimes the only option for immature people.
and now both Rosa and Gunther get hauled into theoffice for a public display of affection (I know Phelps is the counselor, but who the heck is the principal?)
she was just playin’ hard to get. See the horrified look on her face because Gunther the bully laid out HER man? She will press charges all right, as witness to the clearly intentional assault on go-tee guy.
What’s next? (I’m awful at predicting):1) Seeing his prey is not alone, he’ll walk away2) Seeing the protector is Gunth, he’ll slug him.3) He’ll go to the principal or his friends and cause trouble big time.4) Other
I am not ashamed to say, that I have in the past also used my fully loaded backpack to “accidentally” “brush aside” creeps in such a manner. Way to go Gunther!
Yet, I do see that if Gunther is confronted he will tell the truth about what happened because that is the kind of guy his. But I don’t think his punishment would be severe. Detention or helping with a school fundraiser.
Gotta be careful … lady may NOT want the help from you, unless she asks for it. Especially as testosterone boys like confrontation of any kind, ready to pick a fight you may not want. Better to choose calm or quiet methods of defusing the situation, where his ego or pride is not at stake. Lady friend I once had knew submission holds with one hand where she could hold the guy without anyone else knowing to get her point across not to bother her. My hand still hurts when I think about it….
If he goes to the principal, what’s to stop Rosa from telling her side? He can’t call himself the “victim”, here.Besides… What can he do? Sue! Gunther’s “weapon of choice” was a backpack full of everything (and I do mean everything!) Gunther needs for school, according to the school’s agenda.
Forget all the legal crap. This is a cartoon where there can be life without litigation. Humor is the law. Now, Gunther needs to get himself a friend who is built like a gorilla and whose only goal is to graduate so he can join the Marines.I had a friend like that in high school who was referred to as “The Animal.” Gunther’s gorilla can make Needle Nose an offer he can’t refuse.
Hitting someone with a backpack is assault and battery. Fortunately, it was just a simple “mistake” that Gunther immediately apologized for, so there’s little likelihood he’ll get into any trouble for it. Way to think on your feet, Gunth!
Gunter is double smart, everybody knows “accidents” happen and besides, who would believe Gunter just knocked this dude down? He can’t say anything without humiliating himself in front of the world.
A more direct approach would have been better. A tap on the shoulder and a punch following the turn-around. And certainly no apology. The principal would understand him defending Rosa against Needlenose’s unwanted advances.
I’ve seen that look before. .Blow up the last panel. Goatee Boy was hit hard enough to move his eyes from Luann to Peanuts..I’ve seen that look before.
Take a GOOD look at that backpack; it should be registered with the PD – as a Lethal Weapon of Chump Destruction!WAY to GO, Gunther!And he didn’t do ANYTHING wrong; he just turned around quick because someone behind him called his name; Right, Rosa?Rosa? Right?
Zarisa over 12 years ago
HULK SMASH!!!!
barbarasbrute over 12 years ago
Somebody nailed that one yesterday.
DaJellyBelly over 12 years ago
Smart move Gunther! You didn’t lay a finger on him. So there is no way you can be punished. It was just an oopsie on your part. But, both he and Rosa got the message!
Hamlet Knight over 12 years ago
backpack warrior!
FatTonyBalducci over 12 years ago
The Incredible Dork rises to action!!!!
Zarisa over 12 years ago
@Barbara UptonOk how about “HULK FHUMP!!!”
Bogy Premium Member over 12 years ago
I think Rosa is trying her best not to burst into laughter.
wiselad over 12 years ago
is more like a military duffel pack than a backpack, WTG lil Warrior
ComicLaff over 12 years ago
OY, look at Gunther’s face in the first panel. He done look serious indeed!
Catfeet Premium Member over 12 years ago
Are there bricks in that backpack, Gunth?
homfencing over 12 years ago
Smoooooth, Gunter!
ShagsCA over 12 years ago
BATTERY!!! Cause for suspension or expulsion.
wiselad over 12 years ago
sorry people, but have to do it……………..we can honestly say that Gunther is an expert in swinging
Orion-13 over 12 years ago
Nonsense, ShagsCA. It was a simple accident as anyone can see.
Now, if Needlenose tries to take a swing, I’m guessing Gunth will simply let him punch a book-filled backpack and break his hand.
The boy can think tactically. I like it. HOOAH!
Orion
Orion-13 over 12 years ago
Plus, of course, if he makes ‘official’ noises, Rosa has a very clear sexual assault case. He’d be lucky to settle for sexual harassment.
Orion
NELS BALWIT Premium Member over 12 years ago
Awesome. Plausible deniability.
raphae_zx over 12 years ago
ROCK ON, Gunther!!! :)
Chuck373 over 12 years ago
E) None of the above. What is the Greaseball gonna do. He gonna go to the principle and explain in detail what he was doing when Gunther turned and his humongus backpack knocked him over?
Bill the Butcher over 12 years ago
What on EARTH is with Mr Knox (that’s his name – and i’m not violating any confidences here, because Evans stated as much on his blog) and Rosa in Panel Two? If we’re to take the normal laws of space into account, Rosa should be spinning like a top, when the Knoxian arm round her shoulder gets pulled round, imparting a torque to her.
Yeah, I do think too much about these things. But not as much as some of the Curmudgeonly people.
Chuck373 over 12 years ago
They’ve been telling us for years. No means no.
Bill the Butcher over 12 years ago
I think Leslie Knox (“Greaseball”) is being set up as a minor new villain. He apparently was modelled after a bully Evans knew in his younger days. Personally, I’m beginning to enjoy this storyline. This enjoyment will last until Evans runs out of steam and resorts to the fairly inevitable cop-out which has marked virtually every arc since 2008.
flowerladytoo over 12 years ago
Good going, Gunther. Didn’t lay a hand on him and if he just HAPPENED to be in the way when you swung around, well, oops, so sorry. LOL. I bet Rosa is laughing inside.
ZacBSM over 12 years ago
Someone predicted this yesterday. Don’t we know Gunther or what?! Nope, he won’t get disciplined – it couldn’t be proven Gunther did it on purpose…backpack shoves are common the hallways! Smart move, Gunther!
JerryTheK over 12 years ago
Good Job Gunther
Rakkav over 12 years ago
I saw this coming and I should’ve said I saw this coming. Aargh…
Rakkav over 12 years ago
My thoughts exactly… this ain’t over yet, ladies and gentlemen…
rusty gate over 12 years ago
Well-played, Gunther.
I remember how heavy my son’s backpack was, that was a solid lick on the ‘Maynard G. Krebbs’ character (or is he more like Shaggy from Scooby Doo?)
dfowensby over 12 years ago
tomorrow: gunther gets a lesson in dental care for tonsils.
lastangelman over 12 years ago
BANG! He looks like a teenage Peanuts reject … way to go Gunth!
JoeStoppinghem Premium Member over 12 years ago
For who? The guy trying to molest her?What was Gunther suppose to do? Walk on by?
Try to find a teacher, hopefully in time?This may or may not be over.
As for the bricks comment;Not bricks, books, pretty darn close.
Randyincv over 12 years ago
Battery? Maybe, what about sexual Harassment? Stalking? repeated unwanted attention is the definition of stalking.
Sisyphos over 12 years ago
Hmm. I think it important to note that, from the expression in her eyes (panel 3), Rosa is not stifling a laugh but rather is genuinely shocked at seeing Leslie Knox go down with a woof to Gunther’s entirely accidental backpack fwump. Knox is for sure not innocent, but there seemingly is going to be more to his story than what we have been privy to so far….
Lyons Group, Inc. over 12 years ago
If I was doing this storyline, I would include some cartoonish-type dark humor.
bagbalm over 12 years ago
quick – help him up two or three times while he is stunned!
Lyons Group, Inc. over 12 years ago
Yes, blue humor I don’t like, dark humor I (at times) do.
DaJellyBelly over 12 years ago
Gunther may be a bit tongue tied around the girls. But I’m sure his actions are speaking louder than words could ever do to Rosa! I think in the 3rd panel she is in a bit of a state of shock upon seeing Gunther act so forcefully.
Mordock999 over 12 years ago
Haw, Haw! Gunth, “HIT” ‘ol Needle-Nose so HARD he’s gonna wake up in the middle of Last Tuesday’s Doonesbury Strip in front of a STARTLED Garry Trudeau!
Now let just HOPE that Rosa and the Butterball weren’t rehearsing a scene for the school play….,
chaosed2 over 12 years ago
Advantage # 316 of being a nerd: lots of heavy text books turn the average backpack into an excellent cardio trainer and makeshift battering ram.
Ottodesu over 12 years ago
Oh, so well done!
Ottodesu over 12 years ago
I am really not in favour of violence as a solution, but in High School people are still pups and cubs and physical connection is sometimes the only option for immature people.
Loki Laufeyson over 12 years ago
Is it me, or does Rosa sort of resemble a Hispanic version of Toni?
Loki Laufeyson over 12 years ago
Nice shot with the backpack, BTW, Gunth… :)
celeconecca over 12 years ago
go Gunther!
Kim Roberts over 12 years ago
and now both Rosa and Gunther get hauled into theoffice for a public display of affection (I know Phelps is the counselor, but who the heck is the principal?)
reedkomicks Premium Member over 12 years ago
Rosa now knows that Gunther has her back.
ArtCreator over 12 years ago
Way to go Gunth! Next, we’ll work on what you say after you knock someone down on purpose.
ArtCreator over 12 years ago
probably not,
A. It’s a comicB. Luann and Tiff used to fight in the halls ALL the time, just went to the councilor’s office.
Nighthawks Premium Member over 12 years ago
she was just playin’ hard to get. See the horrified look on her face because Gunther the bully laid out HER man? She will press charges all right, as witness to the clearly intentional assault on go-tee guy.
Mitchtheone over 12 years ago
Going Gunther.. Make that passive aggression work for you…
georgiiii over 12 years ago
Never mess with a dork with 30 pounds of books on his back.
flagfly over 12 years ago
If he tries anything again, girl, kick him in the crotch.
Zanere over 12 years ago
Wasn’t ol Gunth a hero some time back? (rescues Luann from river or somthing) This does reflect his basic character.
Auntie Socialist over 12 years ago
Cue the Rocky music
Auntie Socialist over 12 years ago
???
This is a test over 12 years ago
What you packin’ there, Gunth?
keish951 over 12 years ago
Gunter to the rescue!!!
This is a test over 12 years ago
Now, swing it off your shoulder and finish him off! (j/k)
tcreole over 12 years ago
Was that beatnik about to grab Rosa’s BOOB? Right there in the hallway?
That’s not for you, beatnik! That’s for my man Gunther!
darkman12 over 12 years ago
AMEN
kmw3006 over 12 years ago
I smell a setup! Everyone knows Gunth likes Rosa but was afraid to act. This was staged to goad him into action.
Allan CB Premium Member over 12 years ago
Is Rose laughing?
keokuk over 12 years ago
hopefully, the greaser’s mom isn’t on the school board….
jmo328 over 12 years ago
No comments about Rosa’s safety prom sexual harassment or assault? He apparently touched her against her will, she should press charges.
Airman over 12 years ago
Good variety of expressions from everyone, and that “FWUMP” is worthy of a Batman cartoon.
smsrt over 12 years ago
There’s not bricks in the backpack, but books. Harder and they leave less bruises. But he did knock the kid into next week didn’t he…
ACTIVIST1234 over 12 years ago
What’s next? (I’m awful at predicting):1) Seeing his prey is not alone, he’ll walk away2) Seeing the protector is Gunth, he’ll slug him.3) He’ll go to the principal or his friends and cause trouble big time.4) Other
Kydex29 over 12 years ago
Very nice! Even if Guther gets whupped (which I doubt – Greaseball looks to have more grease than guts), mission accomplished!
Dr Sheriff MB esq PhD DML over 12 years ago
beware of PAC-MAN….. wocka-wocka-wocka……
kbyrdleroy123 over 12 years ago
Wonder what he would have done if Gunther hadn’t come by?
unique_ness26 over 12 years ago
Greg loves drawing girls like that. Rosa and Brad’s girlfriend look exactly alike, besides the hair color.
violinrules over 12 years ago
I am really anxious to see how Rosa thank’s him!!
Sheriff Mordecai Premium Member over 12 years ago
Pitts is The School of ____ Knox judging by Leslie’s advances.
Sheriff Mordecai Premium Member over 12 years ago
D-uh: “Fort?”
ferretface99 over 12 years ago
Gunther used BUMP. It’s Super Effective!
LiviaBay over 12 years ago
Yeah!! Gunther’s Maning Up!
Kyrel over 12 years ago
I am not ashamed to say, that I have in the past also used my fully loaded backpack to “accidentally” “brush aside” creeps in such a manner. Way to go Gunther!
Davison77 over 12 years ago
Weapon of choice. Can you duel with backpacks?
roderickyoung over 12 years ago
There’s a lot of weight in a nerd backpack.
Popeyesforearm over 12 years ago
Still kind of wussy but I’ll give the kid kudos for trying. Used his brains so he wouldn’t be suspended using his fist. Would’a broke a bone anyway.
clgray over 12 years ago
What the heck is Gunther carrying in his backpack?
clgray over 12 years ago
That was awesome
obeney2000 over 12 years ago
Very Nice. Good use of backpack!
Yet, I do see that if Gunther is confronted he will tell the truth about what happened because that is the kind of guy his. But I don’t think his punishment would be severe. Detention or helping with a school fundraiser.
Maryjoalaska over 12 years ago
Always use the tools at hand.. Way to go, Gunter!!
gigglless over 12 years ago
HAHA My son (he is very small) told me he did this with his book bag last year to a bully, kid never picked on him again… to funny
rugratz2222 over 12 years ago
Gotta be careful … lady may NOT want the help from you, unless she asks for it. Especially as testosterone boys like confrontation of any kind, ready to pick a fight you may not want. Better to choose calm or quiet methods of defusing the situation, where his ego or pride is not at stake. Lady friend I once had knew submission holds with one hand where she could hold the guy without anyone else knowing to get her point across not to bother her. My hand still hurts when I think about it….
Dragoncat over 12 years ago
If he goes to the principal, what’s to stop Rosa from telling her side? He can’t call himself the “victim”, here.Besides… What can he do? Sue! Gunther’s “weapon of choice” was a backpack full of everything (and I do mean everything!) Gunther needs for school, according to the school’s agenda.
Dragoncat over 12 years ago
The last thing he wants is for everyone to hear how he got floored by GUNTHER, of all people.
Dragoncat over 12 years ago
Gunther doesn’t need a black belt… He’s a PHYSICS major!“When an immovable object meets an unstoppable force…”
Cam22 over 12 years ago
There is a history of idiotic decisions made by authorities re someone defending themself or another with justified violence.
The namby pamby squad usually comes up with " Well, you shouldn’t have retaliated. You’re in in the wrong just as much as the person who started it. "
LouAnna Alahem over 12 years ago
Rock ON G!
fastfred over 12 years ago
My grandkid would have to slap him with his iPad.
falcon_370f over 12 years ago
Nice move, Gunther!
Airman over 12 years ago
Forget all the legal crap. This is a cartoon where there can be life without litigation. Humor is the law. Now, Gunther needs to get himself a friend who is built like a gorilla and whose only goal is to graduate so he can join the Marines.I had a friend like that in high school who was referred to as “The Animal.” Gunther’s gorilla can make Needle Nose an offer he can’t refuse.
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member over 12 years ago
the number of comments here is amazing. good for you Gunther. more than i could have made myself do when i was your age.
hello17cats over 12 years ago
oh-oh Rosa may not like that! She might hate violence and put gunter in the doghouse.
wiselad over 12 years ago
regular “duffel bag”? yes, it looks like a bag, but the military ones(which I specified) are huge, and are able to be put in the back
wiselad over 12 years ago
agree with you about night………. she is trying to contain the laughter of what her hero(Gunther) did
Bill Chapman over 12 years ago
Fully loaded backpacks are considered weapons in open sight……
kittylover2 over 12 years ago
That is what I was thinking. It would not have surprised me if he would have grabbed her breast. He’s so uncouth!
webgrunt over 12 years ago
Hitting someone with a backpack is assault and battery. Fortunately, it was just a simple “mistake” that Gunther immediately apologized for, so there’s little likelihood he’ll get into any trouble for it. Way to think on your feet, Gunth!
BillWa over 12 years ago
Still waters run DEEP. Gunther, you ROCK!
Sportymonk over 12 years ago
Gunter is double smart, everybody knows “accidents” happen and besides, who would believe Gunter just knocked this dude down? He can’t say anything without humiliating himself in front of the world.
morningreview over 12 years ago
XD,AWESOME SAUCE.
Doctor11 over 12 years ago
Go, Gunther! Take that bully down!
cdemattos over 12 years ago
A more direct approach would have been better. A tap on the shoulder and a punch following the turn-around. And certainly no apology. The principal would understand him defending Rosa against Needlenose’s unwanted advances.
Bill the Butcher over 12 years ago
It’s right there on the “greaseball” post.
Bill the Butcher over 12 years ago
http://www.thecartooniststudio.com/Blogs/greg/Archives/2012/1/29/AnEthnicSlur/Comments
Vilyehm over 12 years ago
I’ve seen that look before. .Blow up the last panel. Goatee Boy was hit hard enough to move his eyes from Luann to Peanuts..I’ve seen that look before.
tegm over 12 years ago
sigh, I knew it was going there. Good thing there’s a guy around, because we women just don’t know how to defend ourselves without men’s help.
MadYank about 12 years ago
Take a GOOD look at that backpack; it should be registered with the PD – as a Lethal Weapon of Chump Destruction!WAY to GO, Gunther!And he didn’t do ANYTHING wrong; he just turned around quick because someone behind him called his name; Right, Rosa?Rosa? Right?
Eleanorln about 12 years ago
Leslie looks so stupid