Well That Was Unexpected. (backstory comic)

[Emperor Ing]

I make comics just for fun too! And with no real schedule either!

Keep in mind i said "most".

And I really need some help. I just (actually, several hours ago) finished a 18-panel comic.

Comic 136 is up. This one's not really meant to be funny, it's simply character development.

Questions? Comments? Critique?

edit @V: Ah yes, I seem to have miscounted.

[memnarch]

Character development is nice, when it's done right. (it was)

18 panels in this comic means that you got the next one done as well? Is that what you mean by "I need help"?

[T-O-E]

Character development is nice, when it's done right. (it was)

18 panels in this comic means that you got the next one done as well? Is that what you mean by "I need help"?

Maybe he needs help with simple mathematics.

[The Gremlin]

This comic was great. I bet the emperor is going to somehow remove Xeno's soul now.

[Lyinginbedmon]

I bet the emperor is going to somehow remove Xeno's soul now.

It'd be a bit of a security risk otherwise, but you're assuming The Emperor knows and not just his father.

[Kane]

I stumbled across this comic from a sig banner, and stayed with it for the sheer incongruity of 40k and fantasy. Very funny, most of the time, and I like the way it seems to slowly provide background without just handing you the big picture.

Does it occur to people that The Emperor left Xeno's soul on purpose? After all, I thought his father implied that it was done so that way.

Second, I thought Tau didn't have souls? I'm not sure how strictly you're sticking to the fluff, but I understood that Tau's lack of warp presence kind of meant they didn't have souls, and were immune to possession, and such. I understood it was one of the reasons they were so terrified of death.

[Emperor Ing]

I stumbled across this comic from a sig banner, and stayed with it for the sheer incongruity of 40k and fantasy. Very funny, most of the time, and I like the way it seems to slowly provide background without just handing you the big picture.
Does it occur to people that The Emperor left Xeno's soul on purpose? After all, I thought his father implied that it was done so that way.

Second, I thought Tau didn't have souls? I'm not sure how strictly you're sticking to the fluff, but I understood that Tau's lack of warp presence kind of meant they didn't have souls, and were immune to possession, and such. I understood it was one of the reasons they were so terrified of death.

1) YES!! I've been doing it right!
2) He did. It's what The Emperor and his father were discussing in comic 78 I think. Or 87.
3) I think they would. Lack of warp presence doesn't automatically mean soullessness. But I think fear of death, that's just REALLY natural. I mean really.

Comic 137 is up. It's pretty self explanatory. Not very funny i'll admit, but excellent plot development.

Questions? Comments? Critique?

[Lyinginbedmon]

1) YES!! I've been doing it right!
2) He did. It's what The Emperor and his father were discussing in comic 78 I think. Or 87.
3) I think they would. Lack of warp presence doesn't automatically mean soullessness. But I think fear of death, that's just REALLY natural. I mean really.

Comic 137 is up. It's pretty self explanatory. Not very funny i'll admit, but excellent plot development.

Questions? Comments? Critique?

Good plot development makes the reader want to know more, it provides a hook.


This? Makes me feel like an anchor just slammed through me. I NEED to know more!

[memnarch]

An anchor that could belong on a luxury cruise.

[The Gremlin]

Incredible comic, Rand. [insideABRjoke]And I think it's more of a pirate ship.[/insideABRjoke]

[Emperor Ing]

After a bit of thinking, I have decided that I will in fact end the chapter, and take the week-long haitus to figure out what the hell i'm going to do for chapter 3.

Anyways, if you want an art update, check out the Extras section. I've successfully uploaded my guest comics for Remember and Slice and Dice from the webcomic secret santas.

But still, I will be updating. If you have fanart in any form, please bring it! I will put it in the extras sect.

And to make things more interesting, I think i'm going to be posting an art contest.
I call it "Pimp my Emperor".

You all know the emperor right? The 30 foot tall 4-handed human behemoth? Well, he is pretty plain. I want to see how well you guys can dress him up. You don't have to draw him in madness style, but it doesnt hurt.
Here are the categories:

Best Drawing:

Here are the Judges:

The Randomizer:

Winners will get a minor cameo, as well as their designs temporarily put into affect on WTwU. Note I can convert OOTS to Madness easily, so don't worry about art style

Questions? Comments? Critique?

[DoomITP]

I love madness... Too bad I'm not very good at it yet . I might do the emperor thing if I get a good idea

[Emperor Ing]

Aww, 0 entries? You make the emperor sad.

Comic 138 is up. That means chapter 3 has begun. And the haitus is over.

Questions? Comments? Critique?

[Lyinginbedmon]

Out of the icebox into the tundra

I don't have much to do tonight but I've been pretty darn busy lately with driving tests and assignments.

I'll try to get something on the Emperor done, if it's still viable for entry?

[Green-Shirt Q]

I'll try to get something for the contest, too. Because I know that if there is one thing better then a cameo, it's two cameos!

[DoomITP]

I can't seem to get madness eyes right. Rand Can ya help me cause I normally don't do faced ones.

[Lyinginbedmon]

Okay, I have my submission:

And avvie sized!

[98 x 120]

[Emperor Ing]

I can't seem to get madness eyes right. Rand Can ya help me cause I normally don't do faced ones.

Oh just do the crosshair face. It really doesnt matter.
If you insist, the eyes are simply a half circle with a curve line at the end of the top of them.
If you're STILL having trouble, just do what I do when I draw guns. Trace em.

And I really can't stress this enough, it does NOT have to be in Madness style, nor do you get bonus pts for it.

@ Lying: First entry! Awesome!

[DoomITP]

I love the emperor's swords.. I dunno why.

[Emperor Ing]

I love the emperor's swords.. I dunno why.

Hmm, maybe it's the curvature at the tip of the blades?
Note that Xeno's swords are basically the same thing.

And yes, I will unfortunately have to extend the deadline until I think it's appropriate to end it.

Comic 139 is up. Sorry, I got no comment.

Questions? Comments? critique?

[Lyinginbedmon]

It's a good thing Kayl isn't unionised

[memnarch]

Quite funny!

[DoomITP]

My entry to the emporer thing

[Green-Shirt Q]

My entry in the contest. If multiple entries are allowed, it's my first entry.

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[The Gremlin]

Terrific comic, Rand.

[Emperor Ing]

Hehehe...keep em coming!
Apologies, i'm not at liberty to say who's winning either.

Comic 140 is up. Wait, it felt like just yesterday I did 100.

Questions? Comments? Critique?

[Lyinginbedmon]

Ooooh! New subvillain!

[memnarch]

News end was confusing, but I'm sure it will get explained in the next comic or two.

[Lerky]

you know...I'll do this emporer redo thingy. Can't promise it'll be in the style you expect
but I'll get in this weekend.

[Green-Shirt Q]

New Emperor contest entry!

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I have a lot more ideas I will eventually post, but I'm saving the best for last. I have some GREAT ideas.