I’d actually call it too late, what with the lead time on strip creation to publication being up to 6 weeks, so this was almost surely created back when things weren’t quite as serious as they are now. Hopefully that knowledge will lead to some Lio “fans” being more understanding and kind towards Mark.
Humour can be cathartic, at times of great stress. The recent series of Covid-19-themed strips here is just what we need now. Seeing the virus as a soap bubble removes some of the horror this unseen enemy is causing.
It’s timely, and helpful — It’s not too soon, and It’s not offensive.
This is a picture of a coronavirus, so named because they have a crown-like shape. There are lots of strains of coronavirus – almost everyone who’s ever been sick has been infected with a type of Coronavirus. Is it the COVID-19 strain? Probably. Big deal. Mature adults don’t get offended. Keep up the good work, Mr. Tatulli – some of us appreciate your efforts to save us from humorless oafs.
Bad taste? Too soon? ehhh, its Lio. This is the most actual frightening one I have ever seen though. I do like to blow bubbles with my grandson, and art students. Well I did before the current plague.
Templo S.U.D. almost 5 years ago
no… just no
kingdiamond69 almost 5 years ago
Not really something anyone should be making fun of…..
Bilan almost 5 years ago
This is all Lio’s fault ???
danbigelowjr almost 5 years ago
Too soon!
Kwen almost 5 years ago
Lio has always been very friendly with Death after all…
PaulLeckner almost 5 years ago
Too soon!!
A Common 'tator almost 5 years ago
Yesterday the number of deaths worldwide passed 100,000… I’m sorry but it really isn’t funny…
Nachikethass almost 5 years ago
I know ‘Lio’ is a bit morbid in humour, but this could have waited a few months.
jagedlo almost 5 years ago
If I were the other kid…I would get MORE than six feet away from Lio and do so at a very rapid pace!
Artrina almost 5 years ago
Little kids CAN spread the virus! I don’t mind humor about the virus, but, this one is in VERY poor taste and NOT the LEAST bit funny!
losflemings almost 5 years ago
Don’t spread it liō it’s not much laughing matter
My First Premium Member almost 5 years ago
Lighten up people. It’s just a joke. Lio, feel free to comment on current events. We love it.
WaitingMan almost 5 years ago
Well, this is the kid that has nuked cities in the past.
losflemings almost 5 years ago
LIŌ DONT SPREAD IT YOU BAD BOY ( virtual spanking sent )
Amra Leo almost 5 years ago
This is something like Gandalf blowing a smoke sailing ship, so much talent…
Ken Otwell almost 5 years ago
I’m never offended. Until now.
PeterLerro almost 5 years ago
Mark, please stay away from this subject. It’s not the least bit humorous, and rho those suffering, perhaps offensive.
Josieq almost 5 years ago
I see it as a commentary on how easily one can spread the virus without knowing it. I do think he crossed the line, though.
cellardoor almost 5 years ago
I’d actually call it too late, what with the lead time on strip creation to publication being up to 6 weeks, so this was almost surely created back when things weren’t quite as serious as they are now. Hopefully that knowledge will lead to some Lio “fans” being more understanding and kind towards Mark.
https://i.imgur.com/Us7TeIQ.png
https://www.gocomics.com/lio/2011/01/23
sigmaric almost 5 years ago
Taste
TaraDianeHarless almost 5 years ago
Chill out, folks. The soap in those soap bubbles will kill the virus before it can hurt anyone.
Spaceman Tom almost 5 years ago
Perhaps Tatulli wasn’t trying to be funny. Maybe he’s trying to illustrate how easily this virus spreads.
sparkle 13 Premium Member almost 5 years ago
Lock ’im up !!! Lol
Petemejia77 almost 5 years ago
So Lio’s sick?
bobdingus almost 5 years ago
Sorry, Mark, but you stepped over the line on this one. Besides, it doesn’t make any sense.
Radish... almost 5 years ago
Lio is just a creative bubble blower.
Ink blot Premium Member almost 5 years ago
Humour can be cathartic, at times of great stress. The recent series of Covid-19-themed strips here is just what we need now. Seeing the virus as a soap bubble removes some of the horror this unseen enemy is causing.
It’s timely, and helpful — It’s not too soon, and It’s not offensive.
CrzyDyeman almost 5 years ago
Those bubbles are catchy.
asrialfeeple almost 5 years ago
Lio went there, goes there, and will go there. Funny or not, whatever your stance, this strip has people talking, or writing as the case may be.
nitocris almost 5 years ago
This is a picture of a coronavirus, so named because they have a crown-like shape. There are lots of strains of coronavirus – almost everyone who’s ever been sick has been infected with a type of Coronavirus. Is it the COVID-19 strain? Probably. Big deal. Mature adults don’t get offended. Keep up the good work, Mr. Tatulli – some of us appreciate your efforts to save us from humorless oafs.
hdcanterbelle Premium Member almost 5 years ago
Bad taste? Too soon? ehhh, its Lio. This is the most actual frightening one I have ever seen though. I do like to blow bubbles with my grandson, and art students. Well I did before the current plague.
jackiegill Premium Member almost 5 years ago
Sorry, not funny
somebody stole my stem almost 5 years ago
Do Lio’s parents ever stop him from doing these things? Still, not very funny. Good try Mark Tattuli
D1063n35 Premium Member almost 5 years ago
I finally get it; Lio’s a demigod!
Sisyphos almost 5 years ago
It’s Lio! I am not surprised. Conspiracy Theorists, take note!
wesleylscott1 almost 5 years ago
Lio spelled backwards is Oil, and we know the damage that did to The Gulf of Mexico !!!!
The Grim reaper over 4 years ago
YES LIO
Nobody! about 4 years ago
Liō, check what you have in that bottle…