I've been thinking about the things I said, the things I said after that, the response to both, and how I felt about it.

I'm starting to wonder that even if I did continue to make comics about my personal experiences, then even in the best-case scenario where they would from then-on be received positively, that it would still be bad if the feelings themselves are the problem. Because if the goal is to feel better, then the fact I am talking about what I am upset about means I am still thinking about the issues instead of thinking of something else less upsetting. Or it could cement actually bad beliefs that should not be reinforced if I receive praise for them.

I even thought about giving even more context to the old relationship, because I can't help swiveling back and forth between blaming myself completely and thinking that I should accept my view of relationships is wrong, and trying to do more justice to my feelings by telling people what I see as the real core reason I was angry at him that I didn't mention or make clear enough because I was too worked up to do anything but simplify to the point of obfuscating the issues. But even if I try to admit that even the real reason wasn't a reason to get angry, that's possibly still a bad idea. If it's wrong for me to do that and more context will do nothing but makes things worse, because they look like lies or like even if it happened I was still in the wrong anyway, then the temptation to do that again may become worse if I let myself be motivated by validation to make comics.

Just to be clear, I'm on this sub instead of the other one because the mods removed one of the most important comments that I referenced in the original, leaving that part without clear context. There was a lot of discussion overall from people about how they ended up removing a lot of what people thought were valid criticisms, so I'm hoping that doesn't happen in this sub.

“After their planet explodes, a disgraced alien princess and her bestie crash on Earth, torn between blending in and destroying humanity.”

Marcy and Chiana are just like any other twenty-somethings in this corner of the galaxy except for one tiny detail: they come from a species of aliens called the Flurvixians whose home planet was destroyed.

Now hiding out on Earth, they live with their human roommate, Tucker; a sassy ship AI, GiNNA; and a deeply unfortunate “Slug Butler,” forming an unlikely—and dysfunctional—family.

Their mission: destroy all humans.

I’m Chris Conklin (Creator/Writer), and I made a comic about funny aliens with my partner Rafa Mussa (Art Director) and a whole lot of talented folks. It’s inspired by shows like Harley Quinn (2019) and Invader Zim! We’re live on Kickstarter right now, so check out the link in the comments!

Hi everyone! I’ve been working on a personal project - comics inspired by mythology. I decided to start with Scandinavian/Norse one, than Celtic and even Slavic. Imagine gods, giants, epic battles, but also original characters and storylines woven into that world.

It's not just the comics, I’m building an entire universe. With original posters, apparel, books, maybe collectible figures and even some game adaptations based on original stories.

I’ve also put together a short trailer to give a first look at the vibe and style of the project.

Right now I’m at the stage where I’d love to hear what people think. Does it sound exciting? Would you read it or follow? Which format would excite you the most - digital comics, physical copies, or maybe a game down the road?

I really admire the creativity in this community and would be super grateful for your feedback. 🙏

Artist is KurvosVicky. What do y'all think?

Blondie is German because she draws inspiration from Lilli—the doll that inspired Barbie—and German alternative metal music; I intend for her theme song to be Rammstein’s "Das Modell," reflecting her fashion-oriented side. Since Blondie is inspired by Barbie, I plan for her to have various outfits and designs that allude to mythology, as well as gothic, alternative, and horror themes—much like Barbie and other fashion dolls that showcase a wide range of styles.

My character is based on Barbie, but a darker version; her black-and-white color palette evokes the original Barbie’s swimsuit, and her black hair draws inspiration from dark-haired Barbie versions. She also draws inspiration from Marceline, *Monster High*, Sadie (from *Living Dead Dolls*), Emily the Strange, and fashion dolls in general. The doll's concept is closely tied to fashion and clothing, while the button motif references both button-eyed dolls and the craft of sewing and garment making.

The concept of "existential emptiness" in Blondie’s world relates to characters from brands in the 2000s and earlier eras. As a child, I loved the characters that appeared on notebooks, clothing, and various items—characters that lacked a backstory. Yet, beyond the desire to know more—driven by a fascination with their designs and aesthetics—I felt an existential void stemming from their lack of history or context; they existed solely to sell products. Even when some characters had series or movies—like *Ruby Gloom*—I often experienced a similar feeling: I wanted to know more about the characters and their world, but very little context was provided, as the primary goal was selling merchandise. As a child, I always longed for more backstory regarding the characters from the products I loved so much. Reflecting on what I’ve shared—and what many others feel—there is a palpable existential void in Blondie’s world. This raises questions and sparks curiosity; yet, we find only art, merchandise, and scant information about her background. That said, we know that Blondie’s world *does* have a history—a very complex one—it is simply something that will not be revealed.

Furthermore, Blondie’s color palette references Barbie: the black and white alludes to the original Barbie’s swimsuit and her debut commercial, which was also in black and white. Her black hair evokes dark-haired Barbies and the character Raquelle. The blue-violet hue references the purple outfits worn by Barbie’s friends in the movies—such as Kira in *Barbie and the Rockers* (or similar films)—whenever a friend wore that color. Blondie is not intended as a critique or a mockery of Barbie; for me, she is a tribute to Barbie, to my favorite dolls, and to dolls in general—after all, I adore Barbie and have been a fan since childhood.

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you can request a commission! ¡Open commissions! Any questions regarding my work can be done through DM's too! i'll answer as soon as I can. Thank you!