Dick Tracy by Mike Curtis and Charles Ettinger for September 23, 2015

Love the look on Punjab’s face in the last panel! But, I dread to think of what may have happened to Mumbles!

Uh oh….looks like the remaining Munro brothers are about to be sent on a one way trip to nowhere…..

They’re just asking to get disappeared.

Bringing sorcery to Dick Tracy? At least the last time it was an Annie villain he dealt with, not a Dick Tracy villain.

The Unofficial GoComics Staton/Curtis Death ListAs compiled by boboscar and Tarry PlaguerNOTE: Names with a + were found dead or killed prior to the story start.+ Wormy & Thistledew (Reported dead in armory fire)03/21/11Flyface 04/22/11The Fifth & Eddie Garcia (at the same time) 04/25/11Earl (Flaky and Hot Rize’s innocent co-worker) 05/12/11Hot Rize 05/28/11Emma Parks (A.K.A. Ponytail Mk I) 06/14/11The 2 terrorists who tried to hire and double cross Morning Gloria 08/13/11Big Frost 10/20/11Apparatus Member (Killed by DoubleUp) 10/25/11 & fed to Tonsils 10/27/11Flaky Biscuits (never confirmed, but implied) 10/29/11+ Sizzler Sitzes (Hired by Kadaver to kill Charles Adams A.K.A. Baron Clovis in a hit and run. Was then shot and killed by Kadaver to keep him quiet) 10/31/11 identified 11/09/11Cueball 01/31/12 Mr.. Levitz (Doubleup’s main henchman in his first story; later killed by Kadaver to get Doubleup off) 03/13/12+ Vincent Vinyl 05/05/12 confirmed 05/11/12The 3 supporting members of the Mumbles Quartet 05/20/12Lt. Teevo 07/06/12 confirmed 07/18/12Panda 07/15/12 confirmed 07/23/12Davey Mylar (A.K.A. Mr. Crime Mk II) 07/13/12 tombstone 09/30/12+ Arthur Curry (aquarium director) 08/22/12Bookie (Measles’ partner) 10/14/12Measles 11/10/12+ Stephen Baux’s fiancée 02/08/13 identified 02/27/13Simon Baux A.K.A. Sweat Box 02/24/13Diet Smith Industries Guard (supposedly killed by Bardoll) 06/25/13 (uncertain; shown lying on the ground and called a “casualty” on 6/29/13, but unconfirmed)Bardoll 07/07/13 confirmed 07/16/13Hy Pressure 09/28/13 confirmed 10/08/13Drs. Sail, Ghote, and Flash Munroe? (still alive last we saw them, and ambiguous that they’re dead, but it often sounds like Curtis thinks of them as dead) 10/18/13Bill “Shortcake” Mitchell (apparatus member) (never confirmed, but implied) 10/31/13Miles Mycroft 01/26/14Mr.. Kolossal 04/30/14Ed Rosato (never confirmed, but implied) 05/14/14Tabby Angus 05/28/14The Butcher of the Balkans A.K.A. Henrik Wilemse (Punjab placed his magic blanket over him, sending the Butcher on to “fly with the Maji” where none have ever returned) 07/27/14Axel’s “crack combat troops” (implied to have all gone the same way as The Butcher of the Balkans a la Punjab) 09/30/14Axel 10/05/14Otis 12/05/14Mrs.. Flattop 03/01/15 confirmed 03/06/15Cork 04/29/15 confirmed 05/01/15Fontane 05/06/15 confirmed 05/12/15Jimmy Choo Shooz 06/04/15Melies 8/23/15 confirmed 8/31/15Rocket Munroe & Apollo (They would’ve been fatally shot by 09/12/15, on 09/13/15 it’s implied Venus is the only one on that floor still alive, on 09/21/15, Rocket & Apollo are among those on that floor who are identified.)Venus 09/22/15

Punjab relished this part of his jobSo easy at times like a ball softly lobbedProtecting the princess his mission in lifeAnd fools like these two helped eliminate strifeA sword of this kind, like a glass of fine wineIn the hands of an expert an exceptional findBut perhaps the job needs a more personal touchThe thrill of the feel is that asking for too muchThere’s always a critic or two in the bunchProwling slowly about looking for today’s lunchPunjab never did care what the crowd had to sayHe’ll continue to guard Warbucks child his unique way.

Don’t know how you get a slam-dunk every time, av09! Just have to martk it up to talent!

@Any Face,Sure, go ahead. I think the best idea would be for you to use “Cause of Death” for those who died by other means then getting shot.

Looks like Punjab is going to finish what Tracy & Co. started. The Munros and Mumbles are lucky — they will live.I still say VENUS LIVES

I’m not a follower of Annie…was Punjab always referred to as a wizard?

I fear we shall never see Sputnik and Satellite Munro again, “anywhere” (because they’ll be “nowhere”). Do it, Punjab!

Yeesh, who did I add “Cause of Death” for, anyway?

Let’s see …

Hot RizeMumbles QuartetLt. TeevoPandaMeaslesSweatboxMyles MycroftAxelOtisMrs. FlattopJimmy Choo ShoozMelies

… Essentially, all the deaths that made me go, “Huh?! What?!”

Oops, added one for The Fifth and Eddie Garcia, too.

Didn’t add one for Emma Parks (… even though I’d wanted to, for thoroughness’ sake) ‘cause I could not for the life of me come up with a succinct way to phrase, “Neck broken by Doubleup’s whip” that sounded right. :(

Woo! Gosh!

I’ve posted over 2000 Comments now, almost entirely on the ’Tracy board alone.

[Posted two comments on The Cardinal board during the Honeymoon/Bullying story.]

Today’s third panel makes me think that Punjab should be saying, “Nothing up my sleeves!”

Also, Punjab stands about eight feet tall …

If I were the Munro brothers, I’d just cut my losses and give up.

I’m trying to remember: Was Punjab ever called “the wizard” in the original?

The blank eyes look particularly sinister this time around.

About Punjab, from the “Little Orphan Annie” wikipedia page …

“In 1935 Punjab, a gigantic, sword-wielding, beturbaned Indian, was introduced to the strip and became one of its iconic characters. Whereas Annie’s adventures up to the point of Punjab’s appearance were realistic and believable, her adventures following his introduction touched upon the supernatural, the cosmic, and the fantastic.”

Does Punjab have a magic carpet? If he has, there could be a chase.

Its All Good!!!

A pleasant day to all my friends.-—————-The Munro brothers are history. Do it, Punjab!-—————-Be happy and healthy everyone.

Several have asked: Was Punjab referred to as a “wizard” in the original strips. Not to my knowledge, no. He referred to himself as having “some poor powers of magic” and similar phrases, but he did not have a title. In addition to the Big Little Book mentioned above, I think the IDW reprint collection titled one of their series “Punjab the Wizard”, but that was an editing decision; it did not come from the original text or dialog.

I think we know what happens now… Next set of characters, please.

With a line like that yesterday, Venus is curtains.

Gotta love Punjab!Have you noticed, his blank “Annie”-style eyes seem to fit his character here?

They are on the 6th floor. Shouldn’t the card in panel 2 be the 6 of hearts?

This is just another proof that guns are not all-powerful. He’s going to deal with them with his bare hands, but I’m not sure if he’s going to make them disappear. He may just disable them and turn them over to Tracy.

Punjab must be thinking, “Dude, this place is eaten up with miscreants! Must be something in the drinking water.”

Excellent poem, Av. BTW, why can’t you rub some of that talent off on your buddy, SDM? I’d bet GoComics would like him back with manners! Look how they civilized moi (and to an extent, Gweedo).

“Dribble, Drabble, Drobble, Drome – time for these clowns to go home…”

Good morning one and all!

looks like NOBODY on the villa side except possibly bribery is going to get out of this storyline alive

It looks like we are in for some bare-handed combat from Punjab. They didn’t depict him reaching for the teleportation carpet.

Seems that ‘Blanket Time’ has come around . . .For those that entered Annie’s hallowed ground . . . The Munro brothers stepping strong and blunt . . .Smiled at a silly Turban wearing ‘Push Over’, just in front . . .

They’d been heading up, now a sudden sensation of moving downWith sword away, as over their heads a ‘gripping’ Blankets thrown . . . They soon felt it, seemingly a growing heat, at the bottom of their feetIf they survived . . . They’d always remember that magic ‘incantation’, holding words without interpretationYet below, they could see the result, long lines, “high stepping” human herds . . .A people damned, reduced to nerds, that could only wish - for wings to fly above, as birds . . .

A place of ongoing jam session, pain progression, without secession. for earlier earthbound transgression

Oh oh…

Punjab’s going to make the Munro Bros. disappear just like his sword. Also, nice work today av09.

I strongly feel that science fiction even of a whimsical kind may have a place in DT strip, wizardry and magic definitely do not! But one must accept the trend of the times, Isuppose. Next we will have dragons, magic rings and a genius in a lamp?

Gweedo greeted me,Good morning Radiant looking Bill !-————————————————————-.Rikki’s “Love Potion #9” is the secret!

Proud of you, Gweedo…4 posts so far & no persiflage!

I’m pretty sure there’s no significance to the numbers. At one time I thought there might be, but I think they’re just decoration.

I will give it my best personal shot, Gweedo. Someone needs to take Avenger09 out of the limelight. He’s getting too much attention and StillDaMan is the one to do it. And, pretty soon you will not have to visit the loo to read SDM’s poetry! Wahoo!

Hoo boy, Munro brothers, don’t call Punjab “Little Brother!”

Yes, Punjab’s eyes in the shadow of his turban—magic afoot, and ill will to the brothers Munro.

Hate to nitpick, but shouldn’t the “5” on the Blackheart poster behind the Munro brothers be upside down, like a playing card? Even the little black heart under the 5 is upside down, too?

Gweedo asked,You mean Rikki couldn’t come up with a #10 or 11 ?-————————————————————————-.I’m close to 81 years of age, Gweedo! Rikki says that #9 is my maximum. For a virile young man such as yourself, “Love Potion #2.25” should be adequate!

You said, late last night:I had hoped to drive up to that house on some as yet hoped for southwest trip.

Apparently, the house is visible from the road, so you’ll likely still be able to see the house, but I suppose the occupant will be changing.

Geedo hinted,I’m all juiced, Bill ! The potion needs to be applied to the lady so that I’ll have a fighting luvin’ chance.-——————————————————————.You need a few lessons in lovin’, Gweedo. You’re supposed to share the “Love Potion”. The two (or ever how many) of youse will be giddy with romantic overtures!.In your case, I recommend two girls and one Gweedo!

“Don’t push it, wiseguy !! I got a direct line to Frank and he’ll be in top form when he gets here !”LOL!

Tracy was stunned, he couldn’t believe his eyesThe numbers in the books took him completely by surpriseI’ve appeared more this week than the entire month beforeWhen will it happen again he definity couldn’t be sure8 out of 12 is great, it produced such a massive smirkHe hadn’t hard so much fun since he took the Pig on Wheels to workOf course the flip to it all, is as good as his record might beThe strip the bears his fine name has a 6 for 6 champ named Punjab Singh.’

After I retired for the night, Gweeso stated,A lot of bones that is. I hope those old girls don’t fall apart on me-——————————————————————-.They’ll be wrapped up like mummies, Gweedo!

I’d say those boys need to be reading more comics. When you have someone outnumbered and out gunned and they smile…you’re dead or worse.