[Serpamia Flare]

MST3KFan 17th Jul 2017, 6:07 PM edit delete reply

Well, things are looking rather bleak for the party here unless someone else is around to help out (though it seems unlikely given the tournament has been distracting everyone.)

Even lightning quick Nemi isn't able to react fast enough!

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:34 PM edit delete reply

Yep. To be fair, Nemi is still at a 55 at her general level, so you can imagine that she may be fast, but there'll still be someone faster. :') Nemi's pretty darn shocked, though!

Headgamer 17th Jul 2017, 6:42 PM edit delete reply

That much faster then Nemi? O boy.

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:36 PM edit delete reply

Yep. Jaguar is pretty darn fast! :'D

mjkj 17th Jul 2017, 6:56 PM edit delete reply

Noooooooo... Neeeeemmmmiiii!!!!

Thank you for the update, Rufi... - ...and enjoy your time with your sister (and say hello to her from us) =)

Edit: PS: since your sister is there - what happened with that SF-game she wanted/started to make?

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:37 PM edit delete reply

Thanks, Mjkj! :) New versions of the RPG Maker keep coming out and rendering older ones obsolete, including the build she used to make the SF game. It's probably best to think of the game she created as a prototype. XP If she plans to make a new one on a newer build, I'm sure she'll let us know! :)

mjkj 20th Jul 2017, 3:06 AM edit delete reply

Would be great =D

KAM 17th Jul 2017, 6:58 PM edit delete reply

Well, so much for that rescue. ;-)

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:38 PM edit delete reply

Forget Cain, can they even save themselves? XD;;;

Gilrandir 17th Jul 2017, 11:07 PM edit delete reply

Just to be clear: are there two opponents for Jinn and Nemi? It looks like it to me because, in the last two panels, one of them flips down in front of Nemi (distracting her), after which the other jabs her in the neck. But it could be intended to be just one guy who is so much faster than Nemi that he can do all that before she can even turn.

Scia 18th Jul 2017, 8:15 AM edit delete reply

From the general appearance, I think the attacks are all by the same guy. I was a bit confused, too. It does seem like there's not much to convey movement in that last panel.

Gilrandir 19th Jul 2017, 3:45 AM edit delete reply

Now it appears there is definitely a second guy. In panel 4 we see the guy in front of Nemi with three needles projecting between the fingers of his right hand. In panel 5 we see his left hand is empty. In panel 6, we see the guy jabbing Nemi has a single needle gripped in his right fist, while his left hand is empty.

dawndemonica 19th Jul 2017, 8:20 AM edit delete reply

No, it's the same guy. It's the artist's mistake for the placement of the needles in panel 5 when he lands. The artist was focused on a cool landing pose instead of weapon placement and continuity which is understandable. The needles are in the right hand in panel 4 and 6 so 5 must be the mistake. He is upside down in panel 4 which makes it harder to remember left and right for continuing panels. It can be embarrassing for stuff like this to be pointed out to them after production but as long as it does get pointed out they are less likely to make the mistake a second time.

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:51 PM edit delete reply

It's one guy, he's just that fast! I'm sorry it was confusing, guys. :'D

And I promise this isn't me making stuff up to cover mistakes (honest to goodness) - but the different hands holding weapons + the number of needles changing aren't a continuity error! Though I'm definitely guilty of those XD;;; It's simply that Jaguar doesn't have to be consistent, because he's that fast. In the next page first panel, he's already holding three needles again and I promise it's deliberate! :'D I hope it'll be easier to stomach when all viewed in sequence.

I just wanted to explain myself here just because I was like gaaaah this isn't an error XDD;;;; BUT of course I want you guys to always point out when you're confused, or think there's a continuity error. If it's fixable, I'll fix it! -v-)7

All in all, thanks both of you for deconstructing the panels and showing where I can improve in the future to reduce potential confusion going forward. :D I do appreciate it.

Gilrandir 19th Jul 2017, 10:44 PM edit delete reply

No worries, @rufiangel. As I noted in my original comment, it might be that he was just that fast. I just wanted to make sure. I still think you do a kick-a** comic with much wonderful stuff in it.

mjkj 20th Jul 2017, 3:08 AM edit delete reply

Seconded Gil!!!

dawndemonica 18th Jul 2017, 1:32 AM edit delete reply

Wouldn't be surprised if the new Thief gear gives her immunity to paralysis since that would be a Thief's greatest weakness (aside from falling in love with a potential target).

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:52 PM edit delete reply

Ahahaha, falling in love with a potential target would certainly bring all kinds of troubles...! (I'm thinking Strays right now XD)

I think I'll go ahead and confirm here that Nemi's new gear doesn't prevent paralysis, unfortunately. :') She'll definitely be wanting some kind of seal protection against status ailments after this encounter, though! (Assuming she survives.)

mjkj 20th Jul 2017, 3:10 AM edit delete reply

No, you no kill off Nemi! capice?

;)

Matt Knab 18th Jul 2017, 3:37 AM edit delete reply

No...we don't have our cleric here to cure status ailments!!

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:53 PM edit delete reply

Technically, he's only a few feet away or so XD but you're right, he's not quite here, in that sense... :'D Darnit, Cain! Be useful for once!

Seabiscuit 18th Jul 2017, 8:23 AM edit delete reply

Oh OW! In the NECK!? Ohhh gosh... D:

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:54 PM edit delete reply

There was definitely a higher chance to miss when aiming for her neck, especially with that choker on (that's supposed to help reduce attacks like this!) but Jaguar is a very confident dude :'D

Crestlinger 18th Jul 2017, 8:30 AM edit delete reply

A cat's one weakness, the Scruff.

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:55 PM edit delete reply

So true... XD;;; though I think if Jaguar bit her there like a mama cat, it would probably not quite give readers that impression... OTL

DLKmusic 19th Jul 2017, 1:54 AM edit delete reply

Recurring villians.... GAHGH

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:56 PM edit delete reply

My favourite kind of villain! ;D Though with possibly slightly more competence than Gilgamesh, or Team Rocket. Possibly. XD;;;

Scia 19th Jul 2017, 5:44 AM edit delete reply

Considering that Jaguar recognized the tag, I'm guessing tags are a kjinni thing.

rufiangel 19th Jul 2017, 6:56 PM edit delete reply

Scia, that observation is very astute! ;)

mjkj 20th Jul 2017, 3:13 AM edit delete reply

Oh, Scia, as I read your post above - I read Seia instead of Scia and was wondering why would Seia comment here??? - before I noticed it was saying Scia instead... XD

I guess I am too tired to read correctly... =S

Kattapuss 20th Jul 2017, 7:30 AM edit delete reply

Sheesh, Jaguar, don't hurt Mike when he's not around!
RUDE

In all seriousness, though, and putting aside my obvious and very large concern for Nemi; if all of these shenanigans STILL aren't catching Cain's attention, he must be REALLY deep down in a black hole... *is concerned* :S

Alicia 20th Jul 2017, 10:30 PM edit delete reply

Oh no! Not good! Not goooood! *Hits the panic button.*

...And what happened to "Bird Boy?" (I'm gonna keep using that because I think it's adorable. X3) I hope he's okay. x_x I HOPE EVERYONE IS OKAY!

Proxy170 21st Jul 2017, 3:10 AM edit delete reply

Holy crap, he's even faster than Nemi? O.O Kylie's definitely gonna have to watch out for this guy. And Cain better wake the HECK UP because your buddies need you!!!

Comic 518 - A fast one

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