I still don’t know what’s going on
A skull, a wave, some knives, a stone
But seriously, please explain what’s happening. So that slime can make people relive their trauma? It contains a skull, wherein its evil eyes that do that sit? Did it come from the dungeon they’re in, and if so, is it the “Voidhammer”? ‘Cause it seems pretty solid to me, but I suppose that could be Void in its aspect of consumption and hunger? I’m just generally lost.
Just a guess but I think voidhammer refers to something intending to hammer the void, or in other words, defeat it. A device intended to kick the shit out of the void dragon
Maybe Erin can use it to help kick out VD from his mind. This would also prove that the anceints knew about the void dragon, which makes me curious about the original purpose of the pedestual that was in the middle of the storm
Alas poor Yorick?
The sheer noise of the fourth panel, the screaming, writhing slime, motion lines, all trying to surround the silence that is Falst in this panel. I appreciate the difficulties in drawing such a monster and giving it motion; not an easy task for Red.
Good news: that slime stuff doesn’t appear to be corrosive, at least not immediately so; and Falst’s distraction tactic is working. Bad news: the door is locked tight and neither Dainix or Falst can open it. Plus, while the monster doesn’t like having its bone collection disturbed, it doesn’t seem to have made much difference in its combat ability. Plus there’s still no sign of Alinua and Erin.
Prediction for next week: Looks like Dainix is thinking of using the stone lacrima for something. Though I’m not sure how it would help either the door or monster problem, or if Dainix even knows how to use that lacrima effectively. Maybe make an expanding rock in the gaps of the door to break them open?
Falst, no. No taunting the Mistwraith. That never ends well.
Seriously, when will you learn that messing with eldritch horrors is the textbook definition of “play stupid games, win stupid prizes”?
(Yes, I know he’s trying to buy Dainix time. But he’s also probably not the first to try that, and we can see how that went.)
Ah– ahahah~ that… third panel is… doing… th i n g s
…
What I’m saying is~ it’s… eerie and I like it.
(what are the chances this Ancient tech is now hostile² to Dainix cuz of the… Jeff situation? (yeah, Aspiring Writer, ‘saw your comment last page. let’s do this thing.))
That skull has fangs. Humanoids generally don’t have fangs. I posited during the blob’s first appearance that it might be a bunch of cave crawlers fused together and mutated; I’m pretty sure that’s a cave crawler skull that Falst just ripped out.
the sound effects for this whole section have been really awesome. this shoggoth thing is by far the creepiest thing in the comic for me now- creepier than the chimeric plague.
I feel like Falst should be a little more concerned about the human skull he pulled out of the goop of death. I’m just saying, there’s a non-zero chance that the goop used to be a human… or multiple… Or maybe it’s just eaten them before, which might be better because the goop monster being made out of humans who were horribly experimented on creeps close to the limit of how much body horror I can take.
I’m still concerned about that slime on Dainix’s face. It’s kinda sus that Red took the time to draw a panel showing the slime ending up there, and then has taken the time to make sure it’s consistent and in the same place every time -it feels almost like the ‘camera’ is focusing on it. My guess is that it’s a brewing Chekov’s Gun that is going to cause problems at some point later this chapter.
As for how the psychic damage will end up becoming relevant later this fight, it’s impossible to tell -but I’m almost certain that someone else will get hit with it, because there doesn’t seem to be a delayed effect and the way it was used on Dainix feels like a demonstration of how the attack works.
I would like to posit this: Falst has fangs. Falst’s touch has gotten them through much of the facility, and has been recognized as an ally by at least two Ancient constructs. Perhaps that’s a Ferin skull he’s holding and the Ferin connection to the Ancients is far firmer and direct that we previously thought- or perhaps an conclave of Ferin managed to repurpose this facility long ago and whatever ruined the lacrima array resulted in the horrific amalgamation of the Ferin in the room, which then consumed all it came across.
I have been following your comic for a while now, and I’m really loving it so far!! I just saw your poll on YouTube about whether or not to make a hard copy version, and I have to say I’ve been hoping you would publish it for some time. Webcomics are great, but there’s something about being able to just flip through a comic book that is so satisfying.
Thank you so much for making such an amazing art/story!!
I just caught up from Page One after a day of feverish reading and OH my GODS how did I sleep on this for so long, I am now absolutely chewing my nails until Monday aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Ooh it’s got skulls in it! This lends more credence to my idea that this is a carrion crawler. I hope that the Ancients don’t have extreme methods of dealing with contaminants. I don’t think Falst would survive an autoclave
Welp. Looks like Falst found a macabre souvenir. (And then dropped it for entirely sensible combat reasons.)
I was just reading Mistborn, so right now this thing is reminding me of a mistwraith, except 1000% more aggressive and threatening, and with some ominous mind manipulation powers–traumatic flashback triggering powers, at least–thrown in. I am very intrigued. And worried.
I found out about this comic today because of the poll on your YouTube channel, and I binged all day long. Now I’m caught up and so excited for seeing what comes next!
For mobile readers.
Alt-text: it’s full of fun prizes!
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My friend how are you so fast
Right timezone, right habits, (smile)
Ancient PA says: “CONTAMINANT DETECTED. REMAIN CALM. REMAIN CALM.”
How about I panick instead XD
Thanks @Matt!
Ancient PA is not helping
I still don’t know what’s going on
A skull, a wave, some knives, a stone
But seriously, please explain what’s happening. So that slime can make people relive their trauma? It contains a skull, wherein its evil eyes that do that sit? Did it come from the dungeon they’re in, and if so, is it the “Voidhammer”? ‘Cause it seems pretty solid to me, but I suppose that could be Void in its aspect of consumption and hunger? I’m just generally lost.
Just a guess but I think voidhammer refers to something intending to hammer the void, or in other words, defeat it. A device intended to kick the shit out of the void dragon
Watch and discuss @Ongoing. More clues and exposition to come!
Maybe Erin can use it to help kick out VD from his mind. This would also prove that the anceints knew about the void dragon, which makes me curious about the original purpose of the pedestual that was in the middle of the storm
Falst you find a skull and he first thing you do is gloat at the monstrosity you pulled it out of?
My man
Oh I thought he was talking to Dainix, bein like, “it doesn’t have eyes, I pulled out a skull and there are still no eyes here!” Now I’m not sure.
I think Falst was goating the tarr because he is trying to keep its attention away from Dainix.
Alas poor Yorick?
The sheer noise of the fourth panel, the screaming, writhing slime, motion lines, all trying to surround the silence that is Falst in this panel. I appreciate the difficulties in drawing such a monster and giving it motion; not an easy task for Red.
Good news: that slime stuff doesn’t appear to be corrosive, at least not immediately so; and Falst’s distraction tactic is working. Bad news: the door is locked tight and neither Dainix or Falst can open it. Plus, while the monster doesn’t like having its bone collection disturbed, it doesn’t seem to have made much difference in its combat ability. Plus there’s still no sign of Alinua and Erin.
Prediction for next week: Looks like Dainix is thinking of using the stone lacrima for something. Though I’m not sure how it would help either the door or monster problem, or if Dainix even knows how to use that lacrima effectively. Maybe make an expanding rock in the gaps of the door to break them open?
Dang it, you beat me to the Hamlet joke.
Oh wait… yep
The anticipation of Allinua and Erin’s entrance is gnawing away at me like a hungry dog chewing away at a bone @Evil Tree!
Falst getting in a Hamlet moment
Falst definitely has Chutzpah! (to use the Yiddish term which floats so freely in entertainment culture)
One bonus to working hellish hours right now, I get fresh Aurora when I get home!
Help Erin? (looking around hopefully)
Falst, no. No taunting the Mistwraith. That never ends well.
Seriously, when will you learn that messing with eldritch horrors is the textbook definition of “play stupid games, win stupid prizes”?
(Yes, I know he’s trying to buy Dainix time. But he’s also probably not the first to try that, and we can see how that went.)
YOU’RE RIGHT
IT IS A MISTWRAITH
HOW DID I MISS THIS
That skull isn’t human. Not anymore, anyway…
Look at the teeth. It’s a cave crawler.
Don’t if that’s important to note, but…
Falst…
Ah– ahahah~ that… third panel is… doing… th i n g s
…
What I’m saying is~ it’s… eerie and I like it.
(what are the chances this Ancient tech is now hostile² to Dainix cuz of the… Jeff situation? (yeah, Aspiring Writer, ‘saw your comment last page. let’s do this thing.))
You have no idea how happy you just made me by also calling the blob “Jeff”.
Well, if I may hazard a guess, maybe about as happy as your reply just made me?
Aw, are we going to have a “who can give the other more happiness” contest? Let’s do this!
Well, guess what, if you write stuff, you’re a real writer, no qualifiers!
That skull has fangs. Humanoids generally don’t have fangs. I posited during the blob’s first appearance that it might be a bunch of cave crawlers fused together and mutated; I’m pretty sure that’s a cave crawler skull that Falst just ripped out.
the sound effects for this whole section have been really awesome. this shoggoth thing is by far the creepiest thing in the comic for me now- creepier than the chimeric plague.
Im a bit late with the last few chapters but to sum up my reaction: HOLY SH*T
I feel like Falst should be a little more concerned about the human skull he pulled out of the goop of death. I’m just saying, there’s a non-zero chance that the goop used to be a human… or multiple… Or maybe it’s just eaten them before, which might be better because the goop monster being made out of humans who were horribly experimented on creeps close to the limit of how much body horror I can take.
Where’s M.O. when you need him?
I’m still concerned about that slime on Dainix’s face. It’s kinda sus that Red took the time to draw a panel showing the slime ending up there, and then has taken the time to make sure it’s consistent and in the same place every time -it feels almost like the ‘camera’ is focusing on it. My guess is that it’s a brewing Chekov’s Gun that is going to cause problems at some point later this chapter.
As for how the psychic damage will end up becoming relevant later this fight, it’s impossible to tell -but I’m almost certain that someone else will get hit with it, because there doesn’t seem to be a delayed effect and the way it was used on Dainix feels like a demonstration of how the attack works.
I would like to posit this: Falst has fangs. Falst’s touch has gotten them through much of the facility, and has been recognized as an ally by at least two Ancient constructs. Perhaps that’s a Ferin skull he’s holding and the Ferin connection to the Ancients is far firmer and direct that we previously thought- or perhaps an conclave of Ferin managed to repurpose this facility long ago and whatever ruined the lacrima array resulted in the horrific amalgamation of the Ferin in the room, which then consumed all it came across.
Maybe the more stable ferins are like that because of their ancient blood
Alas, poor Yorick
Why is he so cool
“Got your nose!”
Just signing on to say I was here before the massive influx of youtube viewers turns the server in to jelly again.
I have been following your comic for a while now, and I’m really loving it so far!! I just saw your poll on YouTube about whether or not to make a hard copy version, and I have to say I’ve been hoping you would publish it for some time. Webcomics are great, but there’s something about being able to just flip through a comic book that is so satisfying.
Thank you so much for making such an amazing art/story!!
Thank you bibliophile friend! (smile)
I just binged this whole thing. Jesus Christmas this is so good.
Welcome to the fandom!
Yeah hi, hello, welcome!! We have silly nicknames!
I just caught up from Page One after a day of feverish reading and OH my GODS how did I sleep on this for so long, I am now absolutely chewing my nails until Monday aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Ooh it’s got skulls in it! This lends more credence to my idea that this is a carrion crawler. I hope that the Ancients don’t have extreme methods of dealing with contaminants. I don’t think Falst would survive an autoclave
Red has described carrion crawlers on tumblr. If memory serves they look something like eyeless black dogs and they don’t eat alive things.
I binged the comic in one night AND THIS IS THE CLIFF HANGER I LEAVE ON anyway i’m obsessed
Welp. Looks like Falst found a macabre souvenir. (And then dropped it for entirely sensible combat reasons.)
I was just reading Mistborn, so right now this thing is reminding me of a mistwraith, except 1000% more aggressive and threatening, and with some ominous mind manipulation powers–traumatic flashback triggering powers, at least–thrown in. I am very intrigued. And worried.
I found out about this comic today because of the poll on your YouTube channel, and I binged all day long. Now I’m caught up and so excited for seeing what comes next!
So, first they run into Morlocks, then Shelob, now it’s The Skin of Evil. Their luck is not good. It’s not terrible, but not good.
TL;DR: “I distract them, you get ready to strike”
“And the weird ancient technology?”
“Too busy!”