War isn’t always bad. War on illiteracy for example. War on disease. War on hatred. And let’s be honest, war on genocide is not bad unless those being wiped out are inherently evil and even that one is iffy.
War! What is it good for? Absolutely nuthin!" But my brother and I, when we were really bored, played it. Rummy was better and gin rummy was better than that. So why did we play war which was so boring?
I’m admiring Crane’s artwork here…first time I’ve seen Pickles sitting at this angle. Well done, sir! Realistic depiction of how an older person sits on the floor (I need to sit on a cushion myself to play War with my grands).
Ratkin Premium Member 11 months ago
As mindless a game as there ever was.
enigmamz 11 months ago
Aww.
suv2000 11 months ago
It’s all in the name the outcome is the same
The dude from FL Premium Member 11 months ago
I just learned Spades…playing against 3 on a computer. My partner p’s me off and I don’t get those dam bag penalties.
David Huie Green AmericaIsGreatItHasUs 11 months ago
War isn’t always bad. War on illiteracy for example. War on disease. War on hatred. And let’s be honest, war on genocide is not bad unless those being wiped out are inherently evil and even that one is iffy.
Dirty Dragon 11 months ago
War? What is it good for?
Grampa looks like the kind of guy who could engage Nelson in a good game of TEGWAR if he wanted to.
The Reader Premium Member 11 months ago
Go Cute Bunnies! Let’s beat those Diapered Deer!
Cornelius Noodleman 11 months ago
Play 52 pick-up.
pearlyqim 11 months ago
I give Earl credit for being able to get down on the floor and sit there!
Frankie5466 11 months ago
We used to call that game “battle” haven’t played it in years
Macushlalondra 11 months ago
War! What is it good for? Absolutely nuthin!" But my brother and I, when we were really bored, played it. Rummy was better and gin rummy was better than that. So why did we play war which was so boring?
PraiseofFolly 11 months ago
AKA “Bombi”
iggyman 11 months ago
Ahh, Innocence of children!
cracker65 11 months ago
LOL
jhpeanut 11 months ago
Slap Jack card game. Ouch?
Charles 11 months ago
“War is bad” said no little boy ever.
jagedlo 11 months ago
I wanted to see how they got Roscoe’s head out of the cookie jar (see yesterday’s strip)!
1953Baby 11 months ago
“Nature, red in tooth and claw”. . .
Prestondinjax 11 months ago
Worked out pretty good against Hitler…..
sarahbowl1 Premium Member 11 months ago
The kid’s got a point!
Queen of America 11 months ago
With unicorns and sprinkles
ladykat 11 months ago
Nelson has a valid point.
MayDay31 11 months ago
I’m admiring Crane’s artwork here…first time I’ve seen Pickles sitting at this angle. Well done, sir! Realistic depiction of how an older person sits on the floor (I need to sit on a cushion myself to play War with my grands).
jango 11 months ago
Anyone ever play “Pitch”? Best card game ever. Jus’sayin.
Frank Salem Premium Member 11 months ago
Smart man.
Cozmik Cowboy 11 months ago
My mom always called it “Biggest One Takes It”.
oakie817 11 months ago
if only all wars were played with cards
elgrecousa Premium Member 11 months ago
This irony is that real war is now portrayed as “cute bunnies and babe deer in Candyland”.
dlaemmerhirt999 11 months ago
“AND HERE COMES THE JACK!!! YEAH! YEAH!” We miss you “Macho Man.” :’(
IndyW 11 months ago
OMG, It’s just a game and the name of war does not make it an evil thing……..geesh. Wrap Nelson in bubble wrap I guess.
mistercatworks 11 months ago
“Competition” would also do.
eced52 11 months ago
Call it head to head.
ANIMAL 11 months ago
Never seen him sitting on the FLOOR…….. hope he can get UP.!!!
Triumphant for a few .... 11 months ago
mindless YES! At least in a declared thumb war you get to hold hands!
Mike Baldwin creator 11 months ago
With a side order of 20 questions.
zeexenon 11 months ago
You want to witness a real battle, play Monopoly with a Business Major.
MRBLUESKY529 11 months ago
When I first learned this game, we called it “ever-lasting”. Then we started calling it "War’. I’m not sure why.
Patriot Dissenter 11 months ago
That’s a very well drawn hand in the third pane
brick10 11 months ago
The game is called Bellum. It’s a classic.