3440 Flyby Pun
Hi all and sundry!
As you may have noticed, I’m behind on my updates again. This is not because I’ve been attempting this new inking and shading technique, but rather because I started a new storyboarding contract with an animation studio last week and I’m trying to get used to being on an actual full-time schedule again. Many apologies to my readers, my cowriter (t!) and even -if you’ll forgive a bit of weirdness- to my characters for leaving you all suspended like this. I promise I’ll be getting back to it soon. I love drawing and writing this comic, so no fear that it’ll ever be abandoned for long, as you long-time readers well know from this happening from time to time and for you new readers, welcome, be patient, I’ll keep it going as soon as my life finds equilibrium again.
-Rich “BK” Morris
EDIT:
EEEEE! So, as mentioned above, I’m now working as a board artist again. But this is a kettle of a different colour… or…something like that.
This time around, my supervisor (and co-boardartist) is none other than Karine “Kanthara” Charlebois, a reader you’ll see in the comments from time to time and a friend of mine since…. Lessee…
We met in Montreal at a studio called CINAR back in the mid-late 1990’s. I was a character/prop designer and she was a Storyboard Revisionist.
She drew the above adorable toon! Here’s a link to her portfolio, she’s pretty amazing. Kanthara Draws
We became good friends then and have remained so ever since, having gotten together for movies nights, RPGs (Among many others, she played Roberta the Halfling in the old “Legends” campaign), we cowrote comics and stories together…. Even after I moved out of the province, we still catch up at Karine’s annual Christmas Party.
Anyway, in the past quarter century or so of strong friendship and collaborations, this is the VERY FIRST TIME our names will appear together in the same department on the same show! Karine is as excited by this as I am! YAAAAY!!!! Thanks for making this happen, Karine! 😀 <3
Also, our director is the same guy who directed Arthur all those years ago when we first met. So the three of is were in a rough review meeting all day yesterday and it was a HOOT! YAY! Life = good!
-Rich "Excited and Happy Behold King" Morris
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More news!
A book announcement of a friend of mine!
Jennet Alexander’s newest book: “I Kissed a Girl”
God damnit Eddy
He should have changed keys. Maybe B-Flat would relate more to someone being squashed by a musical instrument?
Is B flat in the key if AAAAAAA?
B Flat is a key all its own.
Now all I can think of is Jumpin’ Jack Flash where the key is the key…
I think that that would be A Sharp..
Your statement has been duly noted, Eddy. Now that we have the problem in scale, you can give it a rest.
That was funny Eddy and don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
Your approval is noted.
I’m sorry, but it didn’t really strike a chord with me.
I agree, it fell pretty flat.
I am not sure if that respected the scale of the problem. But it did sound melodious.
All I know is that the victim was fully diminished. It may be the work of Judge Doom. I saw his handiwork on Roger Rabbit….
They’re just not in tune to this type of comedy.
While the joke fell flat, Eddy’s pun game is pretty sharp; if he keeps it up they’ll be in treble, but I’m done stringing this along as there are no more jokes cleft to use as a bass.
Oh, I’m sure you could strum up a few more if you tried.
You must be a lizard.
After all, you left so many scales on the table.
One must C# if one prefers not to B flat. Perfect pitch being defined by the Bardic Dictionary as the tone made by bagpipes when they strike a wastebasket. We all appear to be at risk of a staff infection, possibly resulting in a permanent clef lip.
Awright t! And BK- fess up: you chose the weapon just so you could use that pun- or a STRING of them
If Rich tries to deny it, he’s a harp.
(Y’know; a big lyre.)
I just hope this a case of confused identity, and that the assassin is indeed an orc woman; one named Hestra.
> Awright t! And BK- fess up: you chose the weapon just so you could use that pun-
He said he wanted the murder weapon to be something ridiculous…
> or a STRING of them
You know, it’s a good thing we *didn’t* plan for any more – we’d have to throw them all out, now!
t!
I’ve seen my share of ridiculous murder weapons, so one that actually could kill barely surprises me anymore 😀
Eddy No Sh-t Sherlock the Mage
Eddie Valiant would tell you that harpsichords falling on someone’s head are not a mere accident.
But is it a major key or a minor? And is Eddy’s standing at Court augmented or diminished by that pun?
So glad to see everyone’s forte on display. But let’s not forget about while all this is going on, the victim is decomposing…
So let’s all conduct ourselves accordionly, and make a concertina’d effort to get to the bottom of this thing!
Forgot to add what a mezzo this is turning out to be.
I like that Eddy’s hat has nothing at all above the brim… as apposed to a traditional wizard’s hat that had nothing at all below the brim.
The sharp tone of the looks Eddy is getting though would indicate he failed to strike a chord with his audience. The scale of that problem may yet get him in treble.
It took a lot of pluck for Eddy to say that.
That joke landed like a falling harpsichord.
buh dump bump tssssss
*cookies for my pooka*
*thick, chewy caramel for eddy*
Oh, thank you again, dear Fang FanGirl! You know the way to a pooka’s heart! *munches, tail wagging happily*
Are you saying it damaged a few organs?
Honestly, I’m on Eddy’s side here. That was a DARN GOOD PUN!
You know who doesn’t like puns?
JEALOUS PEOPLE.
t!
I’m not sure if Eddie even realized it. . .
Why does everybody just keep harping on that pun!
Just the thing when you want to B Flat
But have there really been no key-operated musical instruments in YAFGC until now?
…we need character tags for the musical instruments.
Or at least KEYwords
Oh gosh, how didn’t I think of that? xD
that ended on a sour note
So I came across this webcomic earlier in 2020, and WOW, is this amazing. Just the fact that you’ve been able to keep uploading for so long is incredible.
😀 Very kind! 😀
Well, that IS a good point… Someone may have been trying to levitate the harpsichord up to a balcony, and their magic just gave out… (Someone with an over inflated ego, and not enough skill, I’d say…)
On that note, I think I’ll avoid my normal puns, as they simply wouldn’t be up to scale…
But we should’ve careful of stringing this along with our brass statements, or we might get in trouble for too much sax and violins…
Although, it must have been a rather percussive impact for the one who was killed, but I really shouldn’t stoop to such bass jokes. I mean, you might drum me out of here…
As person who habitually make unintended puns, I feel identified xD
Eddie wouldn’t know a good pun if it jumped up and bit him… even its him unknowingly making it! XD
I’m fast running out of symphony
I don’t know what their problem is, Eddy. You made a sound suggestion. The other should take note to it.
… what?
Congrats, Rich! That’s wonderful news! 🙂
Congratulations Rich on acquiring paying work! Bills are the greatest demon man has ever known…
I was getting a little worried about the lack of updates. You know, because of the whole covid situation going on.
Glad to hear that it’s for a very positive reason – and congrats on the job from me as well. Take your time, we’ll be here.
No worries, Rich, and all the best with the new job!
The person I think who might be most looking for a new update is Eddy. He must be getting tired of holding up his arms. ?
Otoh, the wait MIGHT be enough time for him to realize why what ge said has been the keystone of most the comments
If you’re well, that’s really what matters; we will wait! Congratulations on the new project, and when you’re able to work on YAFGC, we shall eagerly await the continuation of this great new arc!
I was wondering why I was stuck in one spot. No worries Rich! So glad you’ve got a full time gig again!
Take the time you need to adjust properly.
We’ll still be here for ya.
t!
Congrats on the new job 🙂
I’s always good if people appreciate your talent enough to pay you for it.
Until the day they accept payment in peanuts, I guess we have to keep earning money.
Good to hear you’re working, Rich!
Food and shelter are most important, after all. I’m happy to keep waiting.
Soooo excited for your excitement!!! That is so wonderful, to be able to collaborate with good, old, trusted friends in a field so enjoyed! Super congrats!! 😀
😀 Thankee!
Congratulations then, not only on the work, but on it being with friends. There are few greater gifts then work you really enjoy with people you enjoy being with, that still actually pays the bills. 😀
Oh, and ‘quarter century’. A ‘quarter decade’ would be a much shorter stretch of time. 😉
Gadzooks! You’re right! Fixing that now.
That is fantastic! I’m delighted that you and Karine are working and getting screen credit together. That is so cool! It’s also cool that the director from when you were working on Arthur is working with you again. Here’s to many happy days working on this show. I can’t wait until you can tell us more about it, and where it will be airing.
I read the excerpt of "I Kissed a Girl," and I’m entranced. I’m looking forward to reading this.