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Chapter 9: Page 233
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233 - Rain rain go away!
Posted on 2010-01-21 00:00:18
Yay mid conversation.
Now, onwards to the webcomic tips!
Researching your Genre of choice:
See what's already out there. I would say that the idea you initially have will have been done many times before; there are thousands of gamer-college-buddy-dorm comics, autobiography comics, fantasy comics with dark elves and dragons with human forms, furry comics, things with ~wings!~, steampunk comics, HORSES, sci-fi space opera comics, post apocalyptic zombie comics, RAWR WOLVES, vampire comics, and superhero comics.**
What will make yours so special? What will make yours stand out from the rest? No one wants to be the same as someone else so see what's already out there, see what has been done so you can use this to your advantage to create something unique. I am not saying to avoid all of those listed, I'm saying to enhance it.
**All of these genres are totally awesome, 'cept for zombie comics, they suck.
The Story.
Will it be scripted? Some comics are just random and don't follow a storyline (which is fine) and you don't necessarily need a script (and some people just work better not having things scripted!) But if you DO have a lengthy story, and feel that scripting will work for you, it's always good to create a readable and consistent format for yourself and your editors (if any). I personally found it easier to have things scripted because I have a clear view of where I was going, and how I was going to get there. It was also nice because at the beginning of the story I can put in some juicy foreshadowing, that plays a role later on. Not having a script I found leaves you open to paint yourself into a corner, plot holes, having your characters wandering aimlessly or, 'not knowing what to do next' and that can be insanely stressful for any storyteller.
Having a script also creates something to look forward to, like, you can't wait to get to 'that part' of the story. It gives the creator something to look forward too, which, can fuel the drive. It can also give you something else to do, but you still get something productive done. When I get bored of drawing I work on the script or thumbnails.
See everyone Monday!
Oh and I finally updated the vote incentive.
Posted on 2010-01-21 00:00:18
Yay mid conversation.
Now, onwards to the webcomic tips!
Researching your Genre of choice:
See what's already out there. I would say that the idea you initially have will have been done many times before; there are thousands of gamer-college-buddy-dorm comics, autobiography comics, fantasy comics with dark elves and dragons with human forms, furry comics, things with ~wings!~, steampunk comics, HORSES, sci-fi space opera comics, post apocalyptic zombie comics, RAWR WOLVES, vampire comics, and superhero comics.**
What will make yours so special? What will make yours stand out from the rest? No one wants to be the same as someone else so see what's already out there, see what has been done so you can use this to your advantage to create something unique. I am not saying to avoid all of those listed, I'm saying to enhance it.
**All of these genres are totally awesome, 'cept for zombie comics, they suck.
The Story.
Will it be scripted? Some comics are just random and don't follow a storyline (which is fine) and you don't necessarily need a script (and some people just work better not having things scripted!) But if you DO have a lengthy story, and feel that scripting will work for you, it's always good to create a readable and consistent format for yourself and your editors (if any). I personally found it easier to have things scripted because I have a clear view of where I was going, and how I was going to get there. It was also nice because at the beginning of the story I can put in some juicy foreshadowing, that plays a role later on. Not having a script I found leaves you open to paint yourself into a corner, plot holes, having your characters wandering aimlessly or, 'not knowing what to do next' and that can be insanely stressful for any storyteller.
Having a script also creates something to look forward to, like, you can't wait to get to 'that part' of the story. It gives the creator something to look forward too, which, can fuel the drive. It can also give you something else to do, but you still get something productive done. When I get bored of drawing I work on the script or thumbnails.
See everyone Monday!
Oh and I finally updated the vote incentive.
DISCUSS! »
Original script for 01-21-2010:
This script may not match the finished comic! It will, however, contain the original spelling errors and other mistakes.
[Raining. Charlie is seen looking out a large office window, hands behind his back. He does not have his contact lens in. He is listening to Megan and Mercer talk in the background]
Megan: [sorting through files] I'll only be gone for 2 months, Mercer, don't be such a big fusspot. It's not like I am going to be trudging the wastes, it's just on the shores of the mainland -- in my opinion, an overly guarded tent city. I probably won't even be outside.
Mercer: I just don't trust the Halo Guards' competence. Especially with you in your fragile condition.
[Responds in a matter of "I don't know Yogi, etc."]
Megan: Well get over it. I'm going. This may possibly the most important thing I have ever done, or for that matter, will ever do. We need to expand; this island won't be able to support a growing population forever.
This script may not match the finished comic! It will, however, contain the original spelling errors and other mistakes.
Megan: [sorting through files] I'll only be gone for 2 months, Mercer, don't be such a big fusspot. It's not like I am going to be trudging the wastes, it's just on the shores of the mainland -- in my opinion, an overly guarded tent city. I probably won't even be outside.
Mercer: I just don't trust the Halo Guards' competence. Especially with you in your fragile condition.
[Responds in a matter of "I don't know Yogi, etc."]
Megan: Well get over it. I'm going. This may possibly the most important thing I have ever done, or for that matter, will ever do. We need to expand; this island won't be able to support a growing population forever.
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