Interesting
discussion going on by fans/with the creator of one of my
fave web comics; yikes I can't believe he
lifted Caesar from
ST, how sad... :o
I get the distinct feeling from reading the posts the main concern isn't so much about Kurtz ripping off other comic artists gimmicks, it's that Kurtz is ready and willing to accuse, harass, and yes even sue anyone who makes reference to PvP in their comic without his express consent. That can quickly turn a simple honest homage to PvP by another artist into a trip down Agony Lane.
Something about that just doesn't seem right. References to other comics are fun things that can net the comic being referenced some brand new readers. Even if the reference is a nasty it won't be enough to bring another comic down completely. People tend to keep reading what they want to read regardless of opinions expressed by others.
I wish I knew a bit more about the whole Spells & Whistles dealie (I used to read it, not many comics in there but it was very pretty) but I haven't been able to get to the
site for a while now. I'd hate to think the comic was Kurtz'ed unto death.
I'll just keep on liking PvP, but that doesn't mean I have to like Kurtz himself as well.
Quote from: "Shayne"Penny Arcade ownz you!!!
True, I am their unwilling servant of evil...