Greetings and salutations.
I like exploring the relationships of Pastor’s past and “The Gentleman” provides a great opportunity to look into Pastor’s earlier life. There’s a lot of history implied by the simple fact that he can get away with calling Pastor “kid” or “boy.” (He’s probably the only one.)
Speaking of history, I share a lot of history with my man, Anthony Summey. We were college roommates and he’s been a tremendous friend throughout the years. This week, he launched his own adventure webcomic, Delacroix and The Daring, which involves pirates, musketeers, and the search for a supernatural artifact. I encourage you to stop by and check it out for a weekly dose of swashbuckling derring-do.
- JEP
The ladies appreciate this week’s shirtless Pastor.
Thanks for the Shout out. And the strip is looking good. No “Guess Who”, I am not talking about Pastor’s bare chest
I can’t wait for the prequeal when we find out about Pastor’s past and more about the Gentleman and Jimmy.
This might seem a bit off-topic, but I’m completely mesmerized by 70s pants styles. Just look at the slacks on Jimmy! And Pastor! What was going on back then…tough guys in pants that turn into little dresses at the bottom. Awesome.
Hmmm, that wouldn’t be Pastor’s dad,would it? No, but it’s cool to speculate on his origins.
Wonder what Pastor did for the Gentleman.
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Naww, I wouldn’t make it that obvious, would I?
- JEP
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They definitely go back a ways and their connection ties into part of the series’ catchphrase, “Sometimes good people need a bad man…”
- JEP
Yeah, I agree with everyone else, referencing relationships and stories outside of what we know definitely makes the “world” seem bigger and the story more realistic.
Excellent foreshortening/angle in the first frame. Adds energy to their conversation that “square on” perspectives would lack.
Love the angle in the first panel. And the hints at a history really do a lot toward giving your characters depth, like Pastor’s unexpected French in the first story.
Only complaint (and as far as I can recall, my only complaint ever) is in the third panel… the shadow at Jimmy’s feet make him look like he’s floating.
Great work Jay!