Good morning every one. That was a faced paced story. A huge change indeed from the past few years. I wanted to know what happened in the hospital ward too.
It’s a good jab, JonahHex, and it implies there won’t be a Federal investigation of anything that happened. Right now the Fifth’s talk about having worked as an anti-terrorism expert could be dismissed as a scam, but any investigation would make things awkward for whoever approved the deal. Diet Smith’s deception should remain safe.
Of course Thor’s Hammer could end up as a black-budget Pentagon item, so Diet Smith really ought to do his own research into countermeasures.
Sam Catchem walks past a mental hospital and hears a moaning voice “… 13 … 13 … 13 …”
Sam looked over to the hospital and saw a hole in the wall, he looked through the hole and gets poked in the eye. The moaning voice then groaned “… 14 … 14 … 14…”
BA DUM BUMP TSSHH…
Flight Suit, some things went unexplained, such as how the Fifth got Lizz out of the tanning salon and how the gang broke into the warehouse unnoticed. The “America for Americans” rally promised a development that we never saw. Explanations could have been worked into the story (the Fifth used his bulk to keep Lizz from being seen as they left; Garcia could have flummoxed an electronic security system; Lizz could have Done Something with her two-way radio; the Fifth and Flyface might have used their rally as a front for a criminal operation).
Think of this arc as the equivalent of a demo version of new software: it gives you a feel for what can be done, even if it isn’t the full package. The demo gave us Sam working an informant, Dick in action, and a core group of characters you can like. Plus the cool art.
I’m wondering if we might be getting into a new era where the story will not just be one quick thing, but the themes from one story (such as their ‘American” rally) will carry over and through to the next story.
just a tad too fast for me. and too many old tracy nemasis for me. but really well drawn and certainly on the right track. slow down justva tad. can’t wait to see you very own grotesque character. hey what happened to the pouch?
Would this be the Internet version of the First Amendment, Dan? The one that reads “If anyone suggests that what I am saying is off-topic or inappropriate, they are violating my rights, even if they are not forcing me to shut up”?
Seems like nobody is happy with Locher’s work or the new guys. My suggestions 2 the critics who bleeep please present your art work and story line suggestions. Or websites are even good with your art work on there. God, this reminds me of elementary school…
There I feel better, let’s hope this first story was a hiccup and just be happy Dick Tracy is still available 4 us 2 read…
That’s what happens when you use the beta test version. As a boss of mine used to say, “You can always tell the pioneers by the arrows in their backs.”
Dan, the first amendment is important, but it is certainly not the only consideration here. While we have the right to pretty much say whatever we want whenever we want, does that mean we HAVE to? Would you start swearing in front of a bunch of kindergartners? Would you eulogize the “guest of honor” at a funeral by pointing out only his bad points?
This forum was meant for comments on the comic. While we have all done more than that at times, a simple request from APOI to “stay on topic” does not mean he’s violating our first amendment rights.
tcayer, it looked to me like Thor’s Hammer exploded when Dick put a bullet in it. This suggests that TH is not a good crowd-control weapon if it’s that vulnerable to damage. Certainly it’s dangerous to the operator, and if you were a cop on riot control duty you’d want two major improvements. You’d want better armor on the weapon, and you’d want some other cop to use it–and probably at some other riot.
krenigh, the First Amendment does have limits, as you imply. Uclick is not obligated to post any and all material; its TOS allows it to remove various objectionable posts, and the TOS absolves it of responsibility for consequences.
For example, last year a troll posted obscene and defamatory comments under a screen name that was one character removed from my name; Sydney Phillips was subjected to a similar indignity. Uclick removed the posts.
Froxkrybra, I know that I will be labeled by the Reverend Rossco as having an unhappy childhood and being a mentally unstable infidel, but be glad Jim Traylor didn’t hear the story six months ago! Mea Culpa!
Good going Mike & Joe! From Macy’s last comment, it looks like he graduated from Magpie University with the rest of us! Knowing Macy reads our comments makes me feel special! Even DT knows how to snark!
JanCinVV, allow me to retort. My comment was actually in defense of Flightsuit, and had nothing to do with APOI’s comment. To be quite honest, I didn’t even read it to now. I haven’t been a member that long, however, I been reading DT here for quite sometime. The Locher jokes have been part of the site for YEARS. If flightsuit still wants to throw some out he should be aloud.
Personally, I agree with with what APOI said. Appropriately he put it “In my opinon” because I feel he is entitled to his opinion, as are others, as am I. Hope that clears it up.
krenligh I thought the internet 1st amendment was, Don’t disagree or offend or you shall be flagged?
Froxkrybra kintergarten had nap time and recess.
Can’t we all just get along?
the opinions in this comment are solely those of Det.DanDone. GoComics, Dick Tracy, and anyone named Bob are not responsible for its content.
Have a nice day.
Gertie and BO expecting? Not unusual. Didn’t Abraham and Sarah begat Esau at 90? Anyhow I really think the new team has age regressed everyone. Starting over with a refreshed DT is fine with me. Bravo.
Staton and Curtis are certainly not dragging things out like Locher, but they have the strip on fast forward, and some things which belong in the story are missing. I feel like they skipped some scenes. After all the big buildup, we were entitled to see the expression on the bad guys’ faces as the gadget overloaded, then blew up. Then we should have seen the aftermath with Tracy looking down at their corpses, and making some wry remark. Maybe the Sunday summary will fill in the blanks.
All the pretty magpies were sitting in a tree
Carping and sniping with an unrestrained glee
Someone made a comment, it offended more than one
This one pulled a knife, the other one a gun
Oh such a row it caused, acrimony then ensued
While some comments were pithy, others were downright rude
One thing led to another, the constitution was invoked
Instead of a calming influence, the fires were further stoked
Comments on the story were quickly being pushed aside
As the situation devolved and words were said in snide
Funny thing about printed words, you read them only if you choose
Ignore them if you want, you certainly have nothing there to lose
The words, they volleyed and thundered, tempers were getting hot
Such sound and fury, for what is just a tempest in a pot
So silly little maggot-pies, sit back and drop the ‘tude
So many ruffled feathers that are needing to be smoothed.
Guys, I’m very happy for this first storyline of the new Dick Tracy. Fast, compact, very well written and beautifully drawn. it was great. Thanks to Joe and Mike from italy!
I’m very new to Dick Tracy; I started in on the Locher comics. I know the Fifth is an old character, but I kinda wish he had lived, because it seemed to me he was kind of Dick Tracy’s “Professor Moriarity” if you know what I mean. He has the hat, but it covers his eyes making him sinister, and his signature colors are blue, where Dick’s is yellow. I would like to see a character that is an Anti-Tracy. Tracy, if he were a bad guy. Something like that. But I really like the story, and the artwork. Especially the artwork. A very nice style. And I don’t mind the coloring either.
MikeCurtis: Saw your note that it was windy there in Arkansas overnight Monday but you were OK. I’m almost your neighbor (Memphis) and it’s even worse around these parts tonight (Tuesday night into Wednesday morning). Everything still OK over your way?
Here are my thoughts as the first caper comes to an end:
1) The artwork was excellent throughout! The dialog was very good, too.
2) Enjoyed the gun play, Flyface getting fried, and the Fifth and Ed blowing up. Very Gouldian!
3) The story had good pacing, though at times it seemed rushed. There were occasions when an extra panel here or there would have helped with the continuity. For example, a scene or two showing Lizz activating the wrist radio; one or two clarifying exactly what happened with Thor’s Hammer (i.e., perhaps showing one of Tracy’s bullets ripping into it just before it exploded). An extra day between yesterday and today might have been helpful, too (e.g., showing police arriving on scene, and Tracy saying he was going to see Jim). There’s nothing wrong with asking the fans on occasion to fill in the gaps and assume certain things happened, but a line can be crossed where the story telling becomes too sketchy.
4) The continuity got a little mixed up there right at the end, with Tracy firing his gun on the last Saturday panel and saying there was no time for a verbal warning, then on Sunday he DOES warn the Fifth. Also up until Sunday, Sam and Tracy were clearly behind the door when Thor’s Hammer was fired the first time, then they opened it, and the Fifth and Ed were initially oblivious to their presence, apparently right up to the point where Tracy fired. Then on Sunday, all of that got mixed up, and the recap became more of a retelling.
Don’t mean to gripe or be overly critical here, just trying to point out a few things that would have made a great story even better. Overall, I’m loving the new Tracy. Great job, Mike and Joe!
thejensens over 13 years ago
Hey, I wanted to see B. O. and the excitment at the hospital.
margueritem over 13 years ago
I think we’ll be back to B. O. shortly.
Wiseking over 13 years ago
Good morning every one. That was a faced paced story. A huge change indeed from the past few years. I wanted to know what happened in the hospital ward too.
jonahhex1 over 13 years ago
I like the little verbal jab Tracy lands as he’s heading out the door
Major Matt Mason Premium Member over 13 years ago
Definite Parthian shot there, Jonah. ;D
Bill Thompson over 13 years ago
It’s a good jab, JonahHex, and it implies there won’t be a Federal investigation of anything that happened. Right now the Fifth’s talk about having worked as an anti-terrorism expert could be dismissed as a scam, but any investigation would make things awkward for whoever approved the deal. Diet Smith’s deception should remain safe.
Of course Thor’s Hammer could end up as a black-budget Pentagon item, so Diet Smith really ought to do his own research into countermeasures.
Vista Bill Raley and Comet™ over 13 years ago
Good morning all…
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
A quick wrap-up then on to the next.
I like the Jab, also. But, I like Jim’s comment better just because it takes care of all OUR “what ifs” & questions about any “holes” in the story .
Nicely Done, Mike. Nicely Done Indeed.
GOOD MORNING BILL
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
Sam Catchem walks past a mental hospital and hears a moaning voice “… 13 … 13 … 13 …”
Sam looked over to the hospital and saw a hole in the wall, he looked through the hole and gets poked in the eye. The moaning voice then groaned “… 14 … 14 … 14…” BA DUM BUMP TSSHH…
FLIGHT SUIT over 13 years ago
A story with holes in it? He must have been reviewing Locher’s body of work.
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
…A hole has appeared in the ladies changing room at Jamaica Me Tan! Ace detective, Dick Tracy, is looking into it!….BA DUM BUMP TSSSSHHHH!!!…
Bill Thompson over 13 years ago
Flight Suit, some things went unexplained, such as how the Fifth got Lizz out of the tanning salon and how the gang broke into the warehouse unnoticed. The “America for Americans” rally promised a development that we never saw. Explanations could have been worked into the story (the Fifth used his bulk to keep Lizz from being seen as they left; Garcia could have flummoxed an electronic security system; Lizz could have Done Something with her two-way radio; the Fifth and Flyface might have used their rally as a front for a criminal operation).
Think of this arc as the equivalent of a demo version of new software: it gives you a feel for what can be done, even if it isn’t the full package. The demo gave us Sam working an informant, Dick in action, and a core group of characters you can like. Plus the cool art.
JCFremont over 13 years ago
The end of our first story. Yay! (Insert standing ovation here.)
peteatkinson over 13 years ago
I’m wondering if we might be getting into a new era where the story will not just be one quick thing, but the themes from one story (such as their ‘American” rally) will carry over and through to the next story.
We’ll see.
bbeyes over 13 years ago
just a tad too fast for me. and too many old tracy nemasis for me. but really well drawn and certainly on the right track. slow down justva tad. can’t wait to see you very own grotesque character. hey what happened to the pouch?
FLIGHT SUIT over 13 years ago
@John Russco:
Yeah, that’s it. You’ve accurately diagnosed my psychology and figured out my life, based on the glee that I feel when snarking on Locher.
dakota_jones over 13 years ago
There are holes in the story, but very small holes! Now Please bring back the Plentys and lets see if Sparkle is in fact married to Junior!
davidf42 over 13 years ago
Well, I thought it was a great story and am looking forward to the next.
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
You know what doesn’t have holes? The first Amendment. BTW NOT A JOKE.
MikeCurtis Premium Member over 13 years ago
Yes, this was our audition story. We promise neater tieups and stories ending on Saturday or Sunday henceforth.,
Windy night in Arkansas but we are okay.
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
MikeCurtis, Loved it! Glad to know you guys are OK.
Karl Hiller Premium Member over 13 years ago
Would this be the Internet version of the First Amendment, Dan? The one that reads “If anyone suggests that what I am saying is off-topic or inappropriate, they are violating my rights, even if they are not forcing me to shut up”?
Froxkrybra over 13 years ago
Seems like nobody is happy with Locher’s work or the new guys. My suggestions 2 the critics who bleeep please present your art work and story line suggestions. Or websites are even good with your art work on there. God, this reminds me of elementary school… There I feel better, let’s hope this first story was a hiccup and just be happy Dick Tracy is still available 4 us 2 read…
prrdh over 13 years ago
That’s what happens when you use the beta test version. As a boss of mine used to say, “You can always tell the pioneers by the arrows in their backs.”
JanLC over 13 years ago
Dan, the first amendment is important, but it is certainly not the only consideration here. While we have the right to pretty much say whatever we want whenever we want, does that mean we HAVE to? Would you start swearing in front of a bunch of kindergartners? Would you eulogize the “guest of honor” at a funeral by pointing out only his bad points?
This forum was meant for comments on the comic. While we have all done more than that at times, a simple request from APOI to “stay on topic” does not mean he’s violating our first amendment rights.
Bill Thompson over 13 years ago
tcayer, it looked to me like Thor’s Hammer exploded when Dick put a bullet in it. This suggests that TH is not a good crowd-control weapon if it’s that vulnerable to damage. Certainly it’s dangerous to the operator, and if you were a cop on riot control duty you’d want two major improvements. You’d want better armor on the weapon, and you’d want some other cop to use it–and probably at some other riot.
Bill Thompson over 13 years ago
krenigh, the First Amendment does have limits, as you imply. Uclick is not obligated to post any and all material; its TOS allows it to remove various objectionable posts, and the TOS absolves it of responsibility for consequences.
For example, last year a troll posted obscene and defamatory comments under a screen name that was one character removed from my name; Sydney Phillips was subjected to a similar indignity. Uclick removed the posts.
Redforce over 13 years ago
Well, Mike, you and Joe and the gang have me hooked, and I was only vaguely aware of Dick Tracy beforehand, so I would say that’s a success.
wwcameralab over 13 years ago
Nothing like a Dick Tracy story to get people all riled up!
Morrow Cummings over 13 years ago
Froxkrybra, I know that I will be labeled by the Reverend Rossco as having an unhappy childhood and being a mentally unstable infidel, but be glad Jim Traylor didn’t hear the story six months ago! Mea Culpa!
Good going Mike & Joe! From Macy’s last comment, it looks like he graduated from Magpie University with the rest of us! Knowing Macy reads our comments makes me feel special! Even DT knows how to snark!
BRING IT ON, BO!
Dr. Midnight over 13 years ago
Looks like Tracy is taking the fifth on the death of The Fifth!
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
JanCinVV, allow me to retort. My comment was actually in defense of Flightsuit, and had nothing to do with APOI’s comment. To be quite honest, I didn’t even read it to now. I haven’t been a member that long, however, I been reading DT here for quite sometime. The Locher jokes have been part of the site for YEARS. If flightsuit still wants to throw some out he should be aloud. Personally, I agree with with what APOI said. Appropriately he put it “In my opinon” because I feel he is entitled to his opinion, as are others, as am I. Hope that clears it up.
krenligh I thought the internet 1st amendment was, Don’t disagree or offend or you shall be flagged?
Froxkrybra kintergarten had nap time and recess.
Can’t we all just get along?
the opinions in this comment are solely those of Det.DanDone. GoComics, Dick Tracy, and anyone named Bob are not responsible for its content. Have a nice day.
MikeCurtis Premium Member over 13 years ago
Well, Junior is vital in the next story and he is married to Sparkle, but she doesn’t show up for a while. Honeymoon will be appearing in June though.
I Go Pogo over 13 years ago
What a great jump start to the rebirth of Tracy! Thanks to Mike, Joe & crew!
436rge over 13 years ago
Gertie and BO expecting? Not unusual. Didn’t Abraham and Sarah begat Esau at 90? Anyhow I really think the new team has age regressed everyone. Starting over with a refreshed DT is fine with me. Bravo.
bartmon over 13 years ago
Great intro story for the new Tracyverse. What a great strip to read everyday!
Inkpaducah over 13 years ago
Staton and Curtis are certainly not dragging things out like Locher, but they have the strip on fast forward, and some things which belong in the story are missing. I feel like they skipped some scenes. After all the big buildup, we were entitled to see the expression on the bad guys’ faces as the gadget overloaded, then blew up. Then we should have seen the aftermath with Tracy looking down at their corpses, and making some wry remark. Maybe the Sunday summary will fill in the blanks.
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
APersonOfInterest, I do apoligize if I offended you. My comment had nothing to do with yours. Lesson learned “Look before you post”.
Rightwingmoron, Well Put!
And to think, I was just gonna post some oneliners today….
Weiland over 13 years ago
(Flight Suit said,
A story with holes in it? He must have been reviewing Locher’s body of work.)
Get over it. Christ!
Can't Sleep over 13 years ago
MIKE & JOE – Today’s strip is a great tag for the story, neatly tieing everything up.
I am wondering who it was the Fifth wanted to impress, and if, somewhere down the line, we’ll meet them.
And FLIGHT SUIT – About your Locher rants - Give it up. Please. Or complain somewhere else. It’s over.
waldo240 over 13 years ago
I’m relieved to learn that Moon Maid will not be making a reappearance. Maybe she’ll show up on Alley Oop.
billdi Premium Member over 13 years ago
i wonder if lizz is still dancing around with nothing on but tracy’s trench coat. mmmmmmm
wndrwrthg over 13 years ago
All the pretty magpies were sitting in a tree Carping and sniping with an unrestrained glee Someone made a comment, it offended more than one This one pulled a knife, the other one a gun Oh such a row it caused, acrimony then ensued While some comments were pithy, others were downright rude One thing led to another, the constitution was invoked Instead of a calming influence, the fires were further stoked Comments on the story were quickly being pushed aside As the situation devolved and words were said in snide Funny thing about printed words, you read them only if you choose Ignore them if you want, you certainly have nothing there to lose The words, they volleyed and thundered, tempers were getting hot Such sound and fury, for what is just a tempest in a pot So silly little maggot-pies, sit back and drop the ‘tude So many ruffled feathers that are needing to be smoothed.
Great job, Mike and Joe.
Thanks, Det.DanDone, Chikuku and John R.
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
wndrwrthg, I couldn’t of said it any better myself, OBVIOUSLY!
Det.DanDone over 13 years ago
Thank You, APOI
woodworker318 over 13 years ago
WW: All your poems hit the spot. Glad someone still has his head on straight.
Bill Thompson over 13 years ago
WonderWarthog you continue to dazzle, and I hope yours are the last words on the subject.
davidf42 over 13 years ago
WW - That’s your best one yet.
coratelli over 13 years ago
Guys, I’m very happy for this first storyline of the new Dick Tracy. Fast, compact, very well written and beautifully drawn. it was great. Thanks to Joe and Mike from italy!
countoftowergrove over 13 years ago
I think Tracy in panel 3 looks a bit like Clark Kent.
Maxine_Viller over 13 years ago
Rightwingmoron, I second that motion. Binnie also had a criminal aunt who was never brought to justice, and I’ve always wondered what became of her…
marvee over 13 years ago
Does the last panel mean tht Flyface and the Fifth were not realy working for the government? Today’s strip seemed like too abrupt an ending.
mgreenhorn over 13 years ago
I’m very new to Dick Tracy; I started in on the Locher comics. I know the Fifth is an old character, but I kinda wish he had lived, because it seemed to me he was kind of Dick Tracy’s “Professor Moriarity” if you know what I mean. He has the hat, but it covers his eyes making him sinister, and his signature colors are blue, where Dick’s is yellow. I would like to see a character that is an Anti-Tracy. Tracy, if he were a bad guy. Something like that. But I really like the story, and the artwork. Especially the artwork. A very nice style. And I don’t mind the coloring either.
neonleon59 over 13 years ago
MikeCurtis: Saw your note that it was windy there in Arkansas overnight Monday but you were OK. I’m almost your neighbor (Memphis) and it’s even worse around these parts tonight (Tuesday night into Wednesday morning). Everything still OK over your way?
60sFan over 13 years ago
Here are my thoughts as the first caper comes to an end:
1) The artwork was excellent throughout! The dialog was very good, too.
2) Enjoyed the gun play, Flyface getting fried, and the Fifth and Ed blowing up. Very Gouldian!
3) The story had good pacing, though at times it seemed rushed. There were occasions when an extra panel here or there would have helped with the continuity. For example, a scene or two showing Lizz activating the wrist radio; one or two clarifying exactly what happened with Thor’s Hammer (i.e., perhaps showing one of Tracy’s bullets ripping into it just before it exploded). An extra day between yesterday and today might have been helpful, too (e.g., showing police arriving on scene, and Tracy saying he was going to see Jim). There’s nothing wrong with asking the fans on occasion to fill in the gaps and assume certain things happened, but a line can be crossed where the story telling becomes too sketchy.
4) The continuity got a little mixed up there right at the end, with Tracy firing his gun on the last Saturday panel and saying there was no time for a verbal warning, then on Sunday he DOES warn the Fifth. Also up until Sunday, Sam and Tracy were clearly behind the door when Thor’s Hammer was fired the first time, then they opened it, and the Fifth and Ed were initially oblivious to their presence, apparently right up to the point where Tracy fired. Then on Sunday, all of that got mixed up, and the recap became more of a retelling.
Don’t mean to gripe or be overly critical here, just trying to point out a few things that would have made a great story even better. Overall, I’m loving the new Tracy. Great job, Mike and Joe!