Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce for October 20, 2023

I’m back from my break!

You could’ve changed “Revenge and Codependency” instead of “Wuthering Heights”, Nate, but nooo…

Also there’s an epic progressive power metal band named Wuthering Heights

Not only that, he changed Heathcliff to Felix.

Why is he referring to it as A.I.? A.I. has TONS of forms. What A.I. was he using? ChatGPT? That would make sense, but still. This has been bugging me all week.

Also, it seems that some people don’t understand Peirce’s comic making process. The way he comes up with ideas is by sitting in a chair and staring into space until he gets an idea. He’d write the idea down in his cartooning notebook, and then later, he’ll make a comic about it. The comics are usually made a few weeks/months in advance. Anyways…

Strip rating: 0/10 This arc was really boring and frustrating to read. I read comics to get a laugh out of them, not to criticize them and get mad at the lack of effort! There hasn’t been a BN comic that genuinely made me laugh in MONTHS.

Can this arc end pls?

No it’s not gonna be an F-, it’s gonna be a Z-.

Wow, the same joke like everyday. How disappointing. There was a good streak of arcs last month what happened? I’m waiting for this to end. :/

Wow everyone is split on this arc

5th graders reading Wuthering Heights? Nope.

Nate could make an image with AI (complete with the wonky eyes and inaccurate hands) and still claim it as his

I wonder how this will end. My guess: caught for plagiarism.

4/10, this arc started out promising, but ended disappointingly. I wonder how it will end.

Let’s see what’s gonna happen tomorrow

Probably not an F minus. Maybe we could talk a C…

The irony here is, AI generated this comic

The least believable part is that 4th graders are reading Wuthering Heights.

francis always knows he always has the last comment and he is always right nate is always dumb,its always the same thing nate has some bogus idea he tells it to francis and francis in his head is like this idea sucks that’s 50 % of most of all the strips were is the creativity 3/10 same thing every time

Is there anything lower than F-?

i wonder what will happen tomorrow though this arc can still be salvaged though but yeah lets get back to the real drama of dalphine

At least Nate made original. And Super Mario Bros. Wonder is now out.

todays my birthday!

It’s probably by accident, but I think Nate is doing something right. Using AI for inspiration. Although I imagine it’ll I’ll turn out horribly wrong somehow!

“wuthering” – blowing with a dull roaring sound.

Why does he even need AI?

I really hope this is the only A.I. arc Peirce does. This has been the same joke repeated over and over and everybody already knows it’s stupid for anyone to have ChatGPT write a paper.

Why compete with AI? Like having artificial roses compete with REAL roses!!

Francis: for a guy who thinks he’s pretty intelligent, YOU’RE REALLY F#$&G STUPID!

Nate: F@*$& YOU!

All together, that’s actually a great title

Say it with me, people.

“where’s daphne?”

And yeah I agree, her absence is sort of infuriating. But another issue I have is…

Where’s Teddy? Chad? Or Dee Dee? Dee Dee hasn’t been in the strip since 10/16/23, Daphne is nowhere to be seen since 10/9/23, Teddy hasn’t been in the strip since 10/7/23, and Chad just poofed away since 10/2/23 (which he didn’t speak in, by the way. His last SPEAKING appearance was 9/30/23.) And don’t even get me started on Artur or Jenny. But getting to the actual review itself, I’m joining the “trend” of rating this strip a 0/10. Other reviewers have explained exactly why.

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Giving the arguing above, why don’t we try and turn this around a bit?

What’s your favorite Big Nate arc and why? No judgement, no negativity, no arguing. Just explain what you enjoy about a particular arc and why you enjoy it! I’ll go first

8/10 Funny and such a ‘nate’ thing to do!

An AI comic strip, sounds like it has great potential to have a great ending.

Big Nate: A Comic Strip IconIntroduction

Comic strips have been an integral part of the daily newspaper experience for generations, bringing humor and commentary into the lives of millions of readers. Among these beloved comic strips, one stands out with its unique blend of humor and relatability: “Big Nate.” Created by Lincoln Peirce, Big Nate has captured the hearts and minds of readers young and old alike. This essay explores the history, influence, and enduring appeal of the Big Nate comic strip.

“Big Nate” made its debut in 1991, thanks to the creative mind of Lincoln Peirce. The comic strip originally appeared in a handful of newspapers but soon found its way to syndication, making it accessible to a vast audience. The strip follows the daily adventures of Nate Wright, a sixth-grader with an oversized ego, who navigates the ups and downs of middle school life. Set in the fictional P.S. 38, the series introduces a colorful cast of characters that add depth and humor to Nate’s world.

One of the key factors contributing to the enduring popularity of “Big Nate” is the well-crafted characters. Nate Wright, the central character, is the epitome of an overconfident middle school student. His hilarious and often misguided efforts to gain popularity and outsmart his teachers resonate with readers, as they remind us of our own school days. His interactions with his friends, including Francis, Teddy, and Dee Dee, add layers to the story, emphasizing the importance of friendship during the tumultuous pre-adolescent years. In contrast, antagonists like Mrs. Godfrey, Nate’s sixth-grade teacher, and Gina, the class know-it-all, provide comic relief through their perpetual conflicts with Nate.

Lincoln Peirce skillfully utilizes character development, growth, and the passage of time to keep the strip fresh and engaging.

C’mon. I’m sure about a C+.