“Heart in the City” was taken over by another artist and everybody complained… simply because it was new/different… Fans don’t like change, irrespective of whether it’s for the better or not… A couple of weeks later, the complaints have stopped… Human nature…
In my long history of reading comic strips, I’ve noticed even great ones tend to stall out after about 10 years. Some cartoonists prevent this by retiring. Others are able to expand their universe to keep the writing fresh. Robb does this.
It’s a timely point being made. The only thing I disagree with is that the artistry has been taken to a new level. The art (not the story) has not improved. It looks rushed and slightly unfinished sometimes. The expanded storylines are sometimes very well done. But I do miss Sunny and Jojo and the family as the center.
Hittin’ home. People have been ripping Heart of the City to shreds since it became a whole new strip. Today they’re pouring the Haterade on Rip Haywire. Everyone! Take a deep breath, slowly count to 10, close tour eyes, tap your heels and say “There’s no place like the comics, there’s no place like the comics….”
Rod Gonzalez almost 4 years ago
Hoo boy . . . that’s fandom in a nutshell.
For the uninitiated, “Klondike Ike” is basically about a rivalry between a man in the Yukon and a bear.
David Huie Green LosersBlameOthers&It'sYOURfault almost 4 years ago
Yeah, we know how you feel. Every now and then Robb adds new characters. We are greatly upset.
(He said with a straight face.)
pschearer Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Could be worse. Van Streck could turn the strip over to another artist.
A Common 'tator almost 4 years ago
“Heart in the City” was taken over by another artist and everybody complained… simply because it was new/different… Fans don’t like change, irrespective of whether it’s for the better or not… A couple of weeks later, the complaints have stopped… Human nature…
Catfeet Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Robb, are you trying to tell us something?!
rudypoogamer almost 4 years ago
Is this new character named Poochie?
jpayne4040 almost 4 years ago
Do it the same, but just better!
jagedlo almost 4 years ago
really, Frank…give it a couple of days and see if the changes grow on you…
ForrestOverin almost 4 years ago
Me, too! Lemme see it!
Ellis97 almost 4 years ago
Hardcore fans in a nutshell.
Snolep almost 4 years ago
Hmmm.
Aladar30 Premium Member almost 4 years ago
It’s sad how true this is. Some Fans hate charges, even if perfect. Take a lot of time for them to love a new character.
Mr. JRB almost 4 years ago
I still hate it, I haven’t been back I 2 weeks. It does no good to complain, nothing will ever change. Tiny print, many times, they never listen
360guy Premium Member almost 4 years ago
In my long history of reading comic strips, I’ve noticed even great ones tend to stall out after about 10 years. Some cartoonists prevent this by retiring. Others are able to expand their universe to keep the writing fresh. Robb does this.
garysmigs almost 4 years ago
wow, a familiar character from the past!
chief tommy almost 4 years ago
sheepdawg almost 4 years ago
I like your storylines and the characters. There are plenty of comics with no story arcs for those desiring them. You do you!
The Orange Mailman almost 4 years ago
It’s a timely point being made. The only thing I disagree with is that the artistry has been taken to a new level. The art (not the story) has not improved. It looks rushed and slightly unfinished sometimes. The expanded storylines are sometimes very well done. But I do miss Sunny and Jojo and the family as the center.
Sailor46 USN 65-95 almost 4 years ago
We all have the RC (Resistance to Change) factor, in some it is higher that in others.
dimndno almost 4 years ago
Hittin’ home. People have been ripping Heart of the City to shreds since it became a whole new strip. Today they’re pouring the Haterade on Rip Haywire. Everyone! Take a deep breath, slowly count to 10, close tour eyes, tap your heels and say “There’s no place like the comics, there’s no place like the comics….”